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Alma Adams' Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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U.S. House (NC) - District 12, Democratic

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Issue Positions

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Abortion and Reproductive Health: Do you support the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade?

Rated 100% by Planned Parenthood Action Fund (None)
"On the 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade, we remain committed to doing whatever it takes to achieve reproductive justice for our daughters and granddaughtersâ¦ even if it means getting arrested, again." (x.com)
"The #SCOTUS decision overturning Roe v. Wade is fundamentally wrong - and it's going to disproportionally harm populations that are already vulnerable." (x.com)
Voted in favor of HR 8296: "Women's Health Protection Act of 2022" (None)

Yes

Budget, Spending, and Taxes: Do you support expanding federal funding to support social safety net programs such as Social Security and Medicare?

Yes

Rated 100% by Alliance for Retired Americans (None)
"Keeping our promise to our seniors in the form of Medicare and Social Security should be a top priority. They have paid into these programs their entire working lives so we cannot raid the benefits which they have already earned. In Congress, Alma Adams will be an outspoken advocate for protecting and funding Social Security and Medicare." (almaadamsforcongress.com)
"We must keep our promise to our seniors in the form of Medicare and Social Security. Iâll fight against any attempt to privatize Social Security or defund Medicare." (almaadamsforcongress.com)
Rated 100% by National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare (None)

Budget, Spending, and Taxes: Do you support a decrease in income taxes in order to balance the budget?

Rated 3% by National Tax Limitation Committee (None)
"President Trump wants to pay for his billionaire tax cuts by letting children starve. The very basis of the #TrumpBudget is cruelty and I strongly oppose any cuts to #SNAP." (x.com)
In order to balance the budget, do you support an income tax increase on any tax bracket? "Yes" (None)
Rated 8% by National Taxpayers Union (None)

Yes

Budget, Spending, and Taxes: Do you support a wealth tax in order to pay for public programs?

Yes

"President Trump wants to pay for his billionaire tax cuts by letting children starve. The very basis of the #TrumpBudget is cruelty and I strongly oppose any cuts to #SNAP." (x.com)
"First @realDonaldTrump signs a massive $2 trillion tax giveaway that benefits the wealthiest 1% of Americans, then he tells hard-working federal employees that he can't afford their expected pay raise in 2019. Workers deserve better from their President." (x.com)
"Most Americans contribute to Social Security on every paycheck, but millionaires stop paying in after just two months. Itâs time to #ScrapTheCap and make sure everyone pays their fair share so we can keep Social Security strong for generations to come." (x.com)
Rated 3% by National Tax Limitation Committee (None)

Yes

Campaign Finance: Do you support the regulation of indirect campaign contributions from corporations, unions, and individuals?

Yes

"When we allow dark money to sneak its way into our elections, we compromise every Americanâs voice in addressing our nationâs most pressing issues - like #GunReform, #EqualRights and #ClimateChange. Itâs time to #GetMoneyOut of our elections and overturn #CitizensUnited." (x.com)
Rated 100% by Common Cause (None)
Rated 85% by End Citizens United Rated 100% by Common Cause (None)
Voted in favor of HR 1: "For the People Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)

Crime & Public Safety: Do you support protecting government officials, including law enforcement officers, from personal liability in civil lawsuits concerning alleged misconduct?

"The Senate must pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act to ensure that no other father, mother, son, daughter, aunt, uncle, sister, brother or loved one again dies at the hands of the police without accountability." (x.com)
"House Democrats will vote today on the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicing Act. Join us in sending a message to Trump and Senate Republicans that we need comprehensive police reform NOW." (x.com)
"The Justice in Policing Act: Includes Bold, Unprecedented Reforms to Curb Police Brutality, End Racial Profiling & Eliminate Qualified Immunity" (x.com)
Voted in favor of HR 1280: "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)

Defense: Do you support increasing defense spending?

Rated 0% by Center for Security Policy (None)
In order to balance the budget, do you support reducing defense spending? "Yes" (None)
Voted against HR 4365: "Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)

Yes

Economy: Do you support federal spending as a means of promoting economic growth (e.g. grants, tax incentives)?

Yes

Voted in favor of HR 2: "Moving Forward Act" (votesmart.org)
"Tonight, I voted to pass the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill and advance the #BuildBackBetter Act. These votes will create jobs, improve our infrastructure, and set the stage for Democrats to make a solid investment in the future of our families and our recovery from COVID-19." (x.com)
Voted in favor of HR 1319: "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)
Voted in favor of HR 5376: "Inflation Reduction Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)

Yes

Economy: Do you support the federal government increasing funding for affordable housing programs?

Yes

"Demand for housing is exceeding the supply and the lack of affordable housing for many has become an epidemic. Everyone deserves decent, safe, affordable housing; anything less than this is not an option. Shelter is a basic human need, and housing is a fundamental human right. It should be a Constitutional right." (almaadamsforcongress.com)
"Adams helped secure over $100 million for Emergency Rental Assistance in Charlotte and Mecklenburg County, and facilitated community events with RAMP CLT to make sure all of our neighbors in need could keep a roof over their heads during COVID-19." (almaadamsforcongress.com)
"Alma Adams supports measures that will make housing more affordable and legislation that requires lenders to provide important disclosures on mortgages and housing counseling. When we support programs that lift the poor and the middle class, it makes it easier for people to afford good housing. Adams is the primary sponsor on legislation to make it easier for coronavirus relief funds to be used for Low-Income Housing Tax Credits projects. The bipartisan LIFELINE Act (H.R. 7078) would allow cities, counties, and states to use their Fiscal Recovery Fund dollars to maintain a robust pipeline of affordable housing developments." (almaadamsforcongress.com)
"Too many families across the country are suffering due to the housing crisis. The $8 billion in already-appropriated funds that this decision unlocks for affordable housing will be a lifeline for American families. Proud our legislation made a difference." (x.com)

Yes

Economy: Do you support the federal government taking action, beyond those of the Federal Reserve, to alleviate inflation?

Yes

"I voted with my Democratic colleagues to pass the Inflation Reduction Act, which will save 13 million Americans an average of $800 per year in lower health care premiums. Democrats are putting #PeopleOverPolitics to lower costs." (x.com)
Voted in favor of HR 5376: "Inflation Reduction Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
"I voted for the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act because it will help solve the supply chain crisis and lower the cost of goods for American families. The next time a politician brings up inflation & rising prices, ask them how they voted. #BuildBackBetter" (x.com)
"Rising inflation has hit the middle class especially hard recently. Alma voted for the America Creating Opportunities for Manufacturing, Pre-Eminence in Technology, and Economic Strengthening (America COMPETES) Act (H.R. 4521), a comprehensive, strategic package aimed at addressing inflation by investing in the U.S. supply chain so that more goods are made in America, accelerating the production of U.S. made semiconductor chips which are critical for any electronics, and building our research capacity at HBCUs and other institutions of higher education to foster domestic innovation, advance global competitiveness and ensure we lead the technologies of the future." (almaadamsforcongress.com)

Yes

Education: Do you support the forgiveness of federal student loan debt?

Yes

Rated 100% by National Education Association (None)
"Why do we need to #CancelStudentDebt? Student loan debt kills jobs. Black and brown borrowers bear the brunt of our $1.6 trillion student loan debt crisis. #COVID19 has made it worse.@Ilhan, @RepPressley, and many other members of Congress are ready to fix that." (x.com)
"The Department of Education has broad administrative authority to cancel Federal student loan debt. I'm urging the Biden-Harris Administration to change lives on day one. #CancelStudentDebt" (x.com)
"Almost 40% of borrowers with student loan debt didn't finish their degree. Now, they face the worst of both worlds: all of the debt and no degree. Canceling student loan debt will make a world of difference for them. #CancelStudentDebt" (x.com)

Elections: Do you support requiring a government-issued identification in order to vote at the polls?

Voted in favor of HR 5746: "Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act" (votesmart.org)
"One of the ways Alma hopes to reinstate the Voting Rights Act, end voter suppression, and expand opportunities for all Americans is by supporting and passing the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. [H.R.4]. The Act assures that the right of citizens to vote is not denied or abridged on account of race, color, or membership in a language minority group as a result of the implementation of certain qualifications or prerequisites to voting, or standards, practices, or procedures with respect to voting. This includes making sure that voting materials are available in a multitude of languages." (almaadamsforcongress.com)
Rated 100% by Common Cause (None)
Voted in favor of HR 4: "John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)

Yes

Energy & Environment: Do you support government funding for the development of renewable energy (e.g. solar, wind, geo-thermal)?

Yes

Rated 100% by League of Conservation Voters (None)
"Alma Adams received the highest grade of 100 from the League of Conservation Voters in their most recent legislative scorecard. She has been endorsed by the Friends of the Earth Action. Alma will always work to protect our land and water resources. She understands that we must do more to combat climate change by supporting investments in more renewable energy sources and green technology. This will protect and preserve our environment for our children and grandchildren, while also creating millions of jobs in North Carolina." (almaadamsforcongress.com)
Do you support government funding for the development of renewable energy (e.g. solar, wind, thermal)? "Yes" (None)
Voted in favor of HR 4447: "Expanding Access to Sustainable Energy Act of 2019" (votesmart.org)

Energy & Environment: Do you support the federal government allowing permits for drilling on public lands?

"Weâve known the damaging impacts of it for years and we canât afford to not take action. Thatâs why Iâm proud to support the Energy Innovation & Carbon Dividend Act in order to put a #PriceOnPollution and reduce our carbon emissions by 90% by 2050." (x.com)
"Alma Adams received the highest grade of 100 from the League of Conservation Voters in their most recent legislative scorecard. She has been endorsed by the Friends of the Earth Action. Alma will always work to protect our land and water resources. She understands that we must do more to combat climate change by supporting investments in more renewable energy sources and green technology. This will protect and preserve our environment for our children and grandchildren, while also creating millions of jobs in North Carolina." (almaadamsforcongress.com)
"We shouldnât clap about being the number one producer of oil. Climate change is a real crisis that requires an investment in green jobs, sustainability, and resilience that will create great jobs for the current and next generation." (x.com)
Rated 0% by American Energy Alliance (None)

Yes

Guns: Do you generally support gun-control legislation (e.g. red flag laws, boyfriend loopholes)?

Yes

Voted in favor of HR 1446: "Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)
Do you generally support gun-control legislation? "Yes" (None)
Rated 0% by Gun Owners of America (None)
Voted in favor of HR 1808: "Assault Weapons Ban of 2022" (votesmart.org)

Yes

Health Care: Do you support a government-run (e.g. single-payer) healthcare program, such as Medicare-for-All?

Yes

"Healthcare should be a right, not a privilege." (x.com)
"9 years ago, the #ACA became law, expanding healthcare access for millions of Americans. Today, Iâm committed to #ProtectOurCare and strengthen the ACA to ensure NC residents and Americans across the country can access affordable healthcare!" (x.com)
"Health insurance needs to be affordable and available for everyone. Thatâs why Alma supports government discounts for insurance based upon income. She also supports tax incentives for small businesses that provide coverage for their employees, and she fought to close the Medicaid coverage gap, which would provide more than 212,000 North Carolinians access to healthcare." (almaadamsforcongress.com)
Voted in favor of HR 1425: "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act" (votesmart.org)

Yes

Health Care: Do you support expanding paid family AND/OR medical leave benefits (e.g. maternity leave)?

Yes

"The Family and Medical Leave Act is an important piece of legislation, but Alma would like to see companies offer family leave benefits beyond the FMLA. Alma believes we need to set the standard for paid parental leave around the world." (almaadamsforcongress.com)
"As Chair of the Workforce Protections Subcommittee, Alma Adamsâs number one focus is to expand benefits for our workers. The top priority must be expanding and strengthening our paid family leave laws in this country. Currently, the U.S. ranks near the bottom of industrialized nations in terms of its family leave, and even the laws we do have on the books are not enough to keep many people from falling through the cracks." (almaadamsforcongress.com)
"Every worker deserves comprehensive, paid Family and Medical Leave." (x.com)
Voted in favor of HR 6201: "Families First Coronavirus Response Act" (votesmart.org)

Yes

Health Care: Should the government be able to regulate the cost of prescription drugs?

Yes

Voted in favor of HR 6833: "The Affordable Insulin Now Act" (votesmart.org)
"Prescription drug companies are charging Americans prices that are three, four and even ten times higher than what they charge for the same drugs in other countries. @HouseDemocratrs are working #ForThePeople to #LowerDrugCosts." (x.com)
Voted in favor of HR 3: "Lower Drug Costs Now Act of 2019" (votesmart.org)
Voted in favor of HR 5378: "Lower Costs, More Transparency Act" (votesmart.org)

Immigration: Do you support increasing security along the southern US border?

Rated 8% by NumbersUSA (None)
"America was meant to be a beacon of hope for ALL. Yet, the Administration has once again managed to exclude & penalize immigrants, failing to uphold the very heart of this nation. First, it was separation at the border. Then, children in cages. Now, this. When will it stop?" (x.com)
"Americaâs diversity is what makes us great. Mocking refugees, threatening to close the southern border, detaining families and deporting unaccompanied children is not who we are. We must stand united against President Trumpâs anti-immigrant rhetoric and agenda." (x.com)
Voted against HR 2: "Secure the Border Act of 2023" (votesmart.org)

Immigration: Do you support requiring immigrants to return to their country of origin before they are eligible for citizenship, regardless of their immigration status?

Rated 8% by NumbersUSA (None)
"Americaâs diversity is what makes us great. Mocking refugees, threatening to close the southern border, detaining families and deporting unaccompanied children is not who we are. We must stand united against President Trumpâs anti-immigrant rhetoric and agenda." (x.com)
Do you support requiring immigrants who are unlawfully present to return to their country of origin before they are eligible for citizenship? "No" (None)
Voted in favor of HR 6: "American Dream and Promise Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)

Yes

National Security: Do you support economic intervention as a means of resolving international conflicts?

Yes

Voted in favor of HR 6968: "Suspending Energy Imports from Russia Act" (votesmart.org)
"President Zelenskyy called on Congress to act this morning, specifically imploring us that âMore packages of aggressive sanctions are needed every week until the Russian military machine stops.â Iâm proud to answer that call. #UkraineUnderAttack" (x.com)
Voted in favor of HR 340: "Hamas International Financing Prevention Act" (votesmart.org)
Voted in favor of HR 7108: "Suspending Normal Trade Relations with Russia and Belarus Act" (votesmart.org)

Yes

National Security: Do you support the US providing increased offensive military aid to Ukraine?

Yes

Voted in favor of S 3522: "Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
"Vladimir Putin and the Russian military have launched an illegal war that has already claimed innocent lives. #Ukraine is a sovereign, democratic country and this aggression against their people is unprovoked. I support @POTUSâs actions to impose significant costs on Russia." (x.com)
Voted in favor of HR 5692: "Ukraine Security Assistance and Oversight Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
Voted in favor of HR 7691: "Making emergency supplemental appropriations for assistance for the situation in Ukraine for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for other purposes." (votesmart.org)

Yes

Technology and Communication: Do you generally support increased regulations on social media companies (e.g. Tik Tok, Facebook, etc.)?

Yes

"Social media platforms are responsible for the content they allow. On November 4th, 56 of my colleagues & I sent a letter to @Twitter CEO expressing our concerns of Twitter being used to spread disinformation related to the 2020 Census." (x.com)
"Freedom of speech does not mean freedom of reach. Nonetheless, @Facebook has become a super spreader of misleading viral and paid content. Thatâs why Iâve joined @RepDavidEPrice & @GKButterfield in this letter." (x.com)
"With extreme access to personal information, social media platforms must do better protecting the privacy of their users. Today, I questioned #Facebook CEO #MarkZuckerberg on how he plans to address the algorithm bias and discriminatory targeting of Facebook." (x.com)

This candidate has responded to a Political Courage Test in a previous election. As a continued effort to provide the American public with factual information on candidates running for public office, these archived responses are made available here.

North Carolina Congressional Election 2018 Political Courage Test

Abortion

Pro-choice

Do you generally support pro-choice or pro-life legislation?

Budget

Yes		In order to balance the budget, do you support an income tax increase on any tax bracket?
Yes		In order to balance the budget, do you support reducing defense spending?

Campaign Finance

Yes		Do you support the regulation of indirect campaign contributions from corporations and unions?
Voted in favor of HR 1 - For the People Act of 2019. https://votesmart.org/bill/votes/66405#.XaYjZkE3kfI (votesmart.org) "Itâs time to #GetMoneyOut of our elections and overturn #CitizensUnited." https://twitter.com/RepAdams/status/1219680678977187840 (twitter.com) "It's time to #GetMoneyOut of our elections and overturn #CitizensUnited." https://twitter.com/RepAdams/status/1219680678977187840 (twitter.com) "I voted for H.R. 1 because we must protect our most important right: the right to vote. This bill ensures the integrity of our elections, holds elected officials accountable, and ends the era of corporate money in politics. This legislation will return power back to the American people. The late Shirley Chisholm used to say, "if they don't give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair.' Tonight, I voted to give the American people a seat at the table once again." https://justfacts.votesmart.org/public-statement/1511443/adams-joins-house-democrats-in-passing-historic-voting-rights-anti-corruption-and-ethics-reforms (justfacts.votesmart.org) Rated 85% by End Citizens United. https://justfacts.votesmart.org/candidate/evaluations/5935/alma-adams (justfacts.votesmart.org) Voted in favor of HR 1 "For the People Act of 2021." https://votesmart.org/bill/30209/77709/5935/for-the-people-act-of-2021#77709 (votesmart.org)

Economy

Yes		Do you support federal spending as a means of promoting economic growth?
"The Republican tax plan adds trillions to the deficit and increases taxes on working families to give a tax cut to corporations and the wealthy. I could not support this selfish measure [â¦]" https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1209785/adams-opposes-gop-tax-plan/?search=Tax%20Cuts%20and%20Jobs%20Act#.Wp_-gme3wfI (votesmart.org) "The Republican tax plan fails the American people. It slashes opportunities for upward mobility by giving tax cuts to corporations and the wealthy on the backs of students, veterans, and middle class families [â¦]" https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1209788/adams-introduces-protecting-education-pathways-to-opportunity-tax-package/?search=Tax%20Cuts%20and%20Jobs%20Act#.Wp_-52e3wfI (votesmart.org) "The Republican tax plan adds trillions to the deficit and increases taxes on working families to give a tax cut to corporations and the wealthy. I could not support this selfish measure [â¦]" https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1209785/adams-opposes-gop-tax-plan/?search=Tax%20Cuts%20and%20Jobs%20Act#.Wp_-gme3wfI (votesmart.org) "The Republican tax plan fails the American people. It slashes opportunities for upward mobility by giving tax cuts to corporations and the wealthy on the backs of students, veterans, and middle class families [â¦]" https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1209788/adams-introduces-protecting-education-pathways-to-opportunity-tax-package/?search=Tax%20Cuts%20and%20Jobs%20Act#.Wp_-52e3wfI (votesmart.org) "The Republican tax plan adds trillions to the deficit and increases taxes on working families to give a tax cut to corporations and the wealthy. I could not support this selfish measure" https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1209785/adams-opposes-gop-tax-plan (votesmart.org) "The Republican tax plan fails the American people. It slashes opportunities for upward mobility by giving tax cuts to corporations and the wealthy on the backs of students, veterans, and middle class families" https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1209788/adams-introduces-protecting-education-pathways-to-opportunity-tax-package (votesmart.org) Rated 0% by FreedomWorks. https://justfacts.votesmart.org/candidate/evaluations/5935/alma-adams (justfacts.votesmart.org) "The Republican tax plan adds trillions to the deficit and increases taxes on working families to give a tax cut to corporations and the wealthy. I could not support this selfish measure" https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1209785/adams-opposes-gop-tax-plan (votesmart.org) "The Republican tax plan fails the American people. It slashes opportunities for upward mobility by giving tax cuts to corporations and the wealthy on the backs of students, veterans, and middle class families" https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1209788/adams-introduces-protecting-education-pathways-to-opportunity-tax-package (votesmart.org) Voted against HR 1 "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act." https://votesmart.org/bill/24168/62174/5935/tax-cuts-and-jobs-act#62174 (votesmart.org)
No		Do you support lowering corporate taxes as a means of promoting economic growth?
"The Republican tax plan adds trillions to the deficit and increases taxes on working families to give a tax cut to corporations and the wealthy. I could not support this selfish measure [â¦]" https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1209785/adams-opposes-gop-tax-plan/?search=Tax%20Cuts%20and%20Jobs%20Act#.Wp_-gme3wfI (votesmart.org) "The Republican tax plan fails the American people. It slashes opportunities for upward mobility by giving tax cuts to corporations and the wealthy on the backs of students, veterans, and middle class families [â¦]" https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1209788/adams-introduces-protecting-education-pathways-to-opportunity-tax-package/?search=Tax%20Cuts%20and%20Jobs%20Act#.Wp_-52e3wfI (votesmart.org) "The Republican tax plan adds trillions to the deficit and increases taxes on working families to give a tax cut to corporations and the wealthy. I could not support this selfish measure [â¦]" https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1209785/adams-opposes-gop-tax-plan/?search=Tax%20Cuts%20and%20Jobs%20Act#.Wp_-gme3wfI (votesmart.org) "The Republican tax plan fails the American people. It slashes opportunities for upward mobility by giving tax cuts to corporations and the wealthy on the backs of students, veterans, and middle class families [â¦]" https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1209788/adams-introduces-protecting-education-pathways-to-opportunity-tax-package/?search=Tax%20Cuts%20and%20Jobs%20Act#.Wp_-52e3wfI (votesmart.org) "The Republican tax plan adds trillions to the deficit and increases taxes on working families to give a tax cut to corporations and the wealthy. I could not support this selfish measure" https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1209785/adams-opposes-gop-tax-plan (votesmart.org) "The Republican tax plan fails the American people. It slashes opportunities for upward mobility by giving tax cuts to corporations and the wealthy on the backs of students, veterans, and middle class families" https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1209788/adams-introduces-protecting-education-pathways-to-opportunity-tax-package (votesmart.org) Rated 0% by FreedomWorks. https://justfacts.votesmart.org/candidate/evaluations/5935/alma-adams (justfacts.votesmart.org) "The Republican tax plan adds trillions to the deficit and increases taxes on working families to give a tax cut to corporations and the wealthy. I could not support this selfish measure" https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1209785/adams-opposes-gop-tax-plan (votesmart.org) "The Republican tax plan fails the American people. It slashes opportunities for upward mobility by giving tax cuts to corporations and the wealthy on the backs of students, veterans, and middle class families" https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1209788/adams-introduces-protecting-education-pathways-to-opportunity-tax-package (votesmart.org) Voted against HR 1 "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act." https://votesmart.org/bill/24168/62174/5935/tax-cuts-and-jobs-act#62174 (votesmart.org)

Education

Unknown Position		Do you support requiring states to adopt federal education standards?
Signed a letter stating: "We are writing to express our profound concern about the recent reversal of critical guidance for protecting transgender students. The elimination of the guidance clarifying the scope of Title IX protections will send a dangerous message to transgender students. We were heartened to read your statement which recognized our responsibility to ensure that every student in American has, "the freedom to learn and thrive in a safe and trusted environment." However, we are confused by the sharp contrast between this statement and the comments you made at the Conservative Political Action Conference where you called these key safeguards examples of federal overreach." https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1155848/letter-to-secretary-betsy-devos-us-department-of-education-protections-for-transgender-students (votesmart.org) "So I am proud today that we are finally moving forward with a bipartisan bill that keeps the best interests of American students and educators in mind. The Every Student Succeeds Act is a true embodiment of what a stronger reauthorized Elementary and Secondary Education Act should look like." https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1038400/conference-report-on-s-1177-student-success-act#.XadqkEE3kfI (votesmart.org) Rated 100% by National Education Association https://justfacts.votesmart.org/candidate/evaluations/5935/alma-adams (justfacts.votesmart.org)

Energy & Environment

Yes		Do you support government funding for the development of renewable energy (e.g. solar, wind, thermal)?
Yes		Do you support the federal regulation of greenhouse gas emissions?

Guns

Yes

Do you generally support gun-control legislation?

Health Care

Do you support repealing the 2010 Affordable Care Act ("Obamacare")?

Immigration

No		Do you support the construction of a wall along the Mexican border?
No		Do you support requiring immigrants who are unlawfully present to return to their country of origin before they are eligible for citizenship?

Marijuana

Unknown Position		Do you support the legalization of marijuana for recreational purposes?
Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate’s position.

National Security

No		Should the United States use military force in order to prevent governments hostile to the U.S. from possessing a nuclear weapon?
"Tonight's airstrike appears to be a proportional response to regimes use of chemical weapons, however, any further military action must be closely scrutinized by Congress." https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1181113/adams-statement-on-us-airstrikes-in-syria/?search=syria#.WqAI-We3wfI (votesmart.org) "Tonight's airstrike appears to be a proportional response to regimes use of chemical weapons, however, any further military action must be closely scrutinized by Congress." https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1181113/adams-statement-on-us-airstrikes-in-syria/?search=syria#.WqAI-We3wfI (votesmart.org)
No		Do you support increased American intervention in Middle Eastern conflicts beyond air support?
"Tonight's airstrike appears to be a proportional response to regimes use of chemical weapons, however, any further military action must be closely scrutinized by Congress." https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1181113/adams-statement-on-us-airstrikes-in-syria/?search=syria#.WqAI-We3wfI (votesmart.org) "Tonight's airstrike appears to be a proportional response to regimes use of chemical weapons, however, any further military action must be closely scrutinized by Congress." https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1181113/adams-statement-on-us-airstrikes-in-syria/?search=syria#.WqAI-We3wfI (votesmart.org)

Administrative Priorities

Please explain in a total of 100 words or less, your top two or three priorities if elected. If they require additional funding for implementation, please explain how you would obtain this funding.

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