Healthcare › COVID Mask Mandate
Should the federal government require people to wear face masks in public during the COVID pandemic?
JGS>JGS Party’s support baseYes, except for certain medical conditions |
Social › Abortion
What is your stance on abortion?
John G. Schmitz voterbasePro-life, and I also oppose abortion for victims of rape and incest |
Social › LGBT Adoption Rights
Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and gay couples should not be able to adopt children |
Social › Gay Marriage
Do you support the legalization of same sex marriage?
Crime › Police Body Cameras
Should police officers be required to wear body cameras?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, this will protect the safety and rights of police officers and citizens |
Healthcare › COVID-19 Vaccine
Will you get the Covid-19 vaccine once it is ready?
JGS>JGS Party’s support baseNo |
Domestic Policy › Gun Control
Should there be more restrictions on the current process of purchasing a gun?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and the government should pass a national “stand your ground” law |
the Economy › Equal Pay
Should employers be required to pay men and women the same salary for the same job?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, the government should never determine what a private business should pay employees |
Domestic Policy › Insurrection Act
Should the President of the United States have the power to deploy military troops in order to stop protests?
JGS>JGS Party’s support baseYes |
Domestic Policy › COVID-19 School Closures
Should the state government order schools to provide online only classes in order to combat coronavirus?
JGS>JGS Party’s support baseNo |
Education › School Reopenings
Should K-12 schools reopen for in-person learning?
JGS>JGS Party’s support baseYes |
Healthcare › Masks on Public Transportation
Should the Federal government mandate that masks be worn by all people on public transportation?
JGS>JGS Party’s support baseNo |
Social › Gender Transition
Should people under the age of 18 years old be able to receive gender-transition treatments?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and ban all gender transitioning treatments |
the Economy › Taxes
Should the U.S. raise taxes on the rich?
Healthcare › Drug Price Regulation
Should the government regulate the prices of life-saving drugs?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, limiting drug prices would also limit the investment in research and development into new life-saving drugs |
Education › Student Loan Forgiveness
Do you support President Biden’s student loan forgiveness program?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Social › Gun Buyback
Should the federal government institute a mandatory buyback of assault weapons?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, this is a violation of the 2nd amendment |
the Environment › Climate Change
Should the government increase environmental regulations to prevent climate change?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Social › Planned Parenthood Funding
Should the government continue to fund Planned Parenthood?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and the government should not give funds to any organizations that perform abortions |
Social › Gender Identity
Should “gender identity” be added to anti-discrimination laws?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, there are only two genders which are genetically not psychologically determined |
Social › Transgender Athletes
Should transgender athletes be allowed to compete against athletes that differ from their assigned sex at birth?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, athletes should compete based on the biological sex that is listed on their birth certificate |
the Economy › Minimum Wage
Should the government raise the federal minimum wage?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and eliminate all wage standards |
Elections › Mental competency testing
Should politicians over 75 years of age have required to pass a mental competency test?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, and politicians of any age should be required to pass a mental competency test |
Education › Student Loans
Do you support increasing taxes for the rich in order to reduce interest rates for student loans?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and transition all current government student loans into privately managed accounts |
Healthcare › Mental Health
Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, our mental healthcare system needs more funding to provide a higher quality of care and services |
Healthcare › Pre-Existing Conditions
Should health insurers be allowed to deny coverage to individuals who have a pre-existing condition?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, it is immoral to deny health insurance to people with pre-existing conditions |
Social › Religious Freedom Act
Should a business be able to deny service to a customer if the request conflicts with the owner’s religious beliefs?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, any business should be able to deny service for any reason |
Domestic Policy › Armed Teachers
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, schools should require at least one teacher or security guard to be armed |
Crime › Criminal Justice Use of AI
Should AI be used to make decisions in criminal justice systems?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and AI should never be used to make decisions that will drastically affect lives |
Education › Free College for All
Should the federal government pay for tuition at four-year colleges and universities?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Domestic Policy › Drug Policy
Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, we should pass tougher drug laws |
Social › Marital Rape
Should marital rape be classified and punished as severely as non-marital rape?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, and consentual sex with a spouse under the age of 18 should be classified as statutory rape |
Healthcare › Medicaid
Should the federal government increase funding of health care for low income individuals (Medicaid)?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and eligibility should only include the elderly and disabled |
Science › Mandatory Vaccinations
Should the government require children to be vaccinated for preventable diseases?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Immigration › Muslim Immigrant Ban
Should Muslim immigrants be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, but we should ban immigrants from “high risk” countries |
Domestic Policy › Term Limits
Should there be term limits set for members of Congress?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, term limits will increase performance and prevent corruption |
the Economy › Paid Sick Leave
Should businesses be required to provide paid leave for full-time employees during the birth of a child or sick family member?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, but only for maternity leave |
Immigration › Deporting Criminal Immigrants
Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, but after they have finished serving their sentence |
Elections › Mail In Ballot
Should the US have a mail-in ballot process for whole states in local, state, and federal elections?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes |
Domestic Policy › Supreme Court Reform
Should the Supreme Court be reformed to include more seats and term limits on judges?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, reforming the Supreme Court is unconstitutional and would upset the balance of power |
Foreign Policy › Mandatory Military Service
Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, service should be a choice instead of an obligation |
Immigration › Immigration Healthcare
Should illegal immigrants have access to government-subsidized healthcare?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and we should deport all illegal immigrants |
Education › Critical Race Theory in K-12 Education
Should critical race theory be taught in K-12 education?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, kids should be raised to be racially color blind instead of being taught they are inherently racist or disadvantaged based on the color of their skin |
Social › Racial Sensitivity Training
Should the federal government require racial sensitivity training for employees?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Elections › Foreign Lobbying
Should foreign lobbyists be allowed to raise money for American elections?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, foreign interests should not be able to buy the influence of our politicians |
Immigration › Border Security
Should the U.S. increase restrictions on its current border security policy?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, and allow border states to manage their own security policy |
Domestic Policy › Supreme Court Financial Transactions
Should Supreme Court justices be prohibited from making financial transactions with people who have a vested interest in court outcomes?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Elections › Voter Fraud
Should a photo ID be required to vote?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, this will prevent voter fraud |
Social › Hate Speech
Should hate speech be protected by the first amendment?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, because I don’t trust the government to define the boundaries of hate speech |
Immigration › Illegal Immigrant Detainment
Should local law enforcement be allowed to detain illegal immigrants for minor crimes and transfer them to federal immigration authorities?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, all illegal immigrants should be turned over to federal authorities and deported |
Social › Death Penalty
Do you support the death penalty?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, but only for horrific crimes with undeniable evidence |
Healthcare › Single-Payer Healthcare
Do you support a single-payer healthcare system?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, the government should not be involved in healthcare |
Healthcare › Marijuana
Do you support the legalization of Marijuana?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, but only for medical use |
Social › Government Mandates
Should health insurance providers be required to offer free birth control?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, the government should not decide what services a private business can provide |
Foreign Policy › Iran
Should the U.S. go to war with Iran?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, the U.S. should encourage Iran to disarm through diplomatic channels |
Domestic Policy › No-Fly List Gun Control
Should people on the “no-fly list” be banned from purchasing guns and ammunition?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, it is unconstitutional to deny someone’s rights without due process |
Foreign Policy › NATO
Should the U.S. remain in NATO?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, it is obsolete and should be abolished |
the Economy › Corporate Tax
Should the U.S. raise or lower the tax rate for corporations?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseLower |
Domestic Policy › Social Media Regulation
Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, the government should not determine what is fake or real news |
the Economy › Government Spending
Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, and eliminate federal agencies that are unconstitutional |
Healthcare › Obamacare
Do you support the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Obamacare)?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, open the markets so insurers can compete across state lines and reduce costs |
Elections › Right of Foreigners to Vote
Should foreigners, currently residing in the United States, have the right to vote?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, only legal citizens should be allowed to vote |
Immigration › Border Wall
Should the U.S. build a wall along the southern border?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, and Mexico should pay for it |
Foreign Policy › Israel
Should the U.S. continue to support Israel?
Domestic Policy › Affirmative Action
Do you support affirmative action programs?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and minority groups should not receive any favorable treatment |
Domestic Policy › Muslim Surveillance
Should local police increase surveillance and patrol of Muslim neighborhoods?
ChatGPTNo, but police should increase surveillance and patrol of all high crime neighborhoods |
Crime › Private Prisons
Should the government hire private companies to run prisons?
Social › Gender Workplace Diversity
Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, the government should never require the diversity of private businesses |
Immigration › Immigrant Laborers
Should working illegal immigrants be given temporary amnesty?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, remove them from the U.S. |
Social › Confederate Flag
Should states be allowed to display the Confederate flag on government property?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, each state should have the right to display any flag they choose |
Domestic Policy › NSA Domestic Surveillance
Should the NSA (National Security Agency) be allowed to collect basic metadata of citizen’s phone calls such as numbers, timestamps, and call durations?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and abolish the NSA |
Social › First Amendment
Should the government support a separation of church and state by removing references to God on money, federal buildings, and national monuments?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, religion is an important aspect of our country’s history |
Elections › Campaign Finance
Should there be a limit to the amount of money a candidate can receive from a donor?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, as long as all donations are public knowledge |
Foreign Policy › Afghanistan
Should the United States pull all military troops out of Afghanistan?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes |
Crime › Qualified Immunity for Police
Do you support qualified immunity for police officers?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, and provide more training and education for police officers |
Elections › Minimum Voting Age
Should the minimum voting age be lowered?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and voters should be required to pass a basic test demonstrating their understanding of politics in order to vote |
Healthcare › Vaccine Mandates for Customers
Should private businesses have the right to ask customers for their vaccination status?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Immigration › Sanctuary Cities
Should sanctuary cities receive federal funding?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and we should ban the use of sanctuary cities |
Foreign Policy › Israeli Palestinian Conflict
Which side of the Israeli Palestinian conflict do you sympathize with more?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseIsrael |
Domestic Policy › Patriot Act
Do you support the Patriot Act?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and pass strict laws prohibiting government surveillance without probable cause and a warrant |
Foreign Policy › Ukraine
Should the U.S. and NATO use military forces to defend Ukraine from a Russian invasion?
JGS>JGS Party’s support baseYes |
Domestic Policy › Congressional ban on stock trading
Should members of Congress be allowed to trade stocks while serving in office?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and their investments should be held in a blind trust |
Social › Safe Spaces
Should universities provide “trigger warnings” and “safe spaces” for students?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, college is meant to challenge students thoughts and opinions so they are prepared for real life |
Healthcare › COVID Employment Health Pass
Should the government require employees of large businesses to be vaccinated from COVID?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Healthcare › Drug Pricing Caps
Should the government eliminate price caps on generic drugs?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes |
Immigration › Immigration
Should children of illegal immigrants be granted legal citizenship?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, all illegal immigrants should be deported |
the Environment › Alaska Wildlife Refuge
Should drilling be allowed in the Alaska Wildlife Refuge?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › Ukrainian Defense Funding
Should the United States provide military supplies and funding to Ukraine?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, we should not get involved in this conflict |
Domestic Policy › January 6 Pardons
Should those charged in the January 6 Capitol attack be granted Presidential pardons?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes |
Elections › Electoral College
Should the electoral college be abolished?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, the electoral college ensures representation of the whole country instead of just major cities |
Immigration › Citizenship Test
Should immigrants be required to pass a citizenship test to demonstrate a basic understanding of our country’s language, history, and government?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, and it should test more than just a basic level of understanding |
Transportation › GPS Vehicle Tracking
Should the government enforce mandatory GPS tracking in all vehicles to monitor driving behavior and improve road safety?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Domestic Policy › Gun Liability
Should victims of gun violence be allowed to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, manufacturers and dealers should only be held liable for negligence |
Healthcare › Safe Haven
Should cities open drug “safe havens” where people who are addicted to illegal drugs can use them under the supervision of medical professionals?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, this would encourage drug use and lower funding for rehabilitation centers |
Healthcare › Medicaid Work Requirement
Should people be required to work in order to receive Medicaid?
ChatGPTYes, this will help States reduce Medicaid costs |
Foreign Policy › United Nations
Should the U.S. remain in the United Nations?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, but scale back our current involvement |
National Security › Facial Recognition
Should the government use facial recognition technology for mass surveillance to enhance public safety?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, it sets a dangerous precedent for government control over citizens |
Social › Women in Combat
Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, as long as they can pass the same physical tests as men |
Elections › Criminal Politicians
Should a politician, who has been formerly convicted of a crime, be allowed to run for office?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, as long as they have finished serving their sentence |
Foreign Policy › Gaza ceasefire
Do you support the government calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
the Environment › Paris Climate Agreement
Should the U.S. withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes |
Crime › Demilitarize the Police
Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, but with strict training on how and when to use the equipment |
Crime › Solitary Confinement for Juveniles
Should prisons ban the use of solitary confinement for juveniles?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, it is necessary for violent criminals who are a danger to themselves and other inmates |
the Economy › Labor Unions
Do you believe labor unions help or hurt the economy?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseHurt |
Immigration › Border Emergency Declaration
Should the U.S. declare a national emergency at the Mexico border?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes |
the Economy › Welfare
Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseMore, and deny benefits to immigrants |
the Economy › Universal Basic Income
Do you support a universal basic income program?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, this will encourage people not to work and harm economic growth |
Immigration › Immigrant Assimilation
Should immigrants be required to learn English?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, and remove multilingual translations from government documents and services |
Immigration › In-State Tuition
Should undocumented immigrants be offered in-state tuition rates at public colleges within their residing state?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and all illegal immigrants should be deported |
Healthcare › Medicare Drug Prices
Should the federal government be allowed to negotiate drug prices for Medicare?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, the government should not interfere with the free market |
Immigration › Skilled Immigrants
Should the US increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseDecrease, and the government should provide more incentives to prepare our citizens for these jobs |
Science › Nuclear Energy
Do you support the use of nuclear energy?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, as long as there is no public subsidy |
the Economy › Free Tax Filing
Should the IRS create a free electronic tax filing system?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, but I would prefer to eliminate income taxes and abolish the IRS |
the Economy › Capital Gains Tax
Should the government increase the tax rate on profits earned from the sale of stocks, bonds, and real estate?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and abolish capital gains taxes |
Crime › Defunding the Police
Should funding for local police departments be redirected to social and community based programs?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, increase funding and training for police departments in higher crime rate communities |
National Security › Military Congressional Approval
Should the President be able to authorize military force against Al-Qaeda without Congressional approval?
JGS>JGS Party’s support baseNo, Congress should approve all military conflicts |
Crime › Drug Trafficking Penalties
Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes |
Domestic Policy › Flag Burning
Should it be illegal to burn the American flag?
Foreign Policy › Israel Boycott
Should it be illegal to join a boycott of Israel?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, this is a violation of free speech |
Immigration › High Risk Immigrant Ban
Should immigrants from high risk countries be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes |
the Economy › Economic Stimulus
Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and the government should drastically reduce spending during recessions |
Elections › Campaign Finance
Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, but limit the amount they can donate |
Healthcare › World Health Organization
Should the government fund the World Health Organization?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, fund national and local programs instead |
Social › Niqāb
Should women be allowed to wear a Niqāb, or face veil, to civic ceremonies?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, but their identity must be privately verified by a female staff member |
the Environment › Oil Drilling
Should the U.S. expand offshore oil drilling?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, and deregulate the energy sector to let the free market determine the best energy sources |
Foreign Policy › Foreign Aid
Should the US increase or decrease foreign aid spending?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseDecrease, and we should not give foreign aid to any countries |
Technology › Ethical Artificial Intelligence
Should the government regulate artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure ethical use?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Transportation › Transportation Accessibility for People with Disabilities
Should the government require public transportation systems to be fully accessible to people with disabilities?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Foreign Policy › Military Spending
Should the government increase or decrease military spending?
the Economy › Overtime Pay
Should the government require businesses to pay salaried employees, making up to $46k/year, time-and-a-half for overtime hours?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and the government is currently over-regulating private businesses |
Domestic Policy › Eminent Domain
Should the government be allowed to seize private property, with reasonable compensation, for public or civic use?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and the government should never be allowed to seize private property |
Education › Common Core
Do you support Common Core national standards?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, education should be handled at the state and local level instead of the national level |
Social › Teacher and Faculty Diversity Training
Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for teachers and faculty?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and mandatory diversity training should be banned |
the Environment › Alternative Energy
Should the government give tax credits and subsidies to the wind power industry?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, end all tax credits and subsidies to the energy industry |
Domestic Policy › Gerrymandering
Should the redrawing of Congressional districts be controlled by an independent, non-partisan commission?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, gerrymandering gives an unfair advantage to the party in power during redistricting |
Social › Frozen Embryos Legal Status
Should frozen embryos be considered children?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes |
Social › Euthanasia
Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide?
Immigration › Asylum Seekers in Mexico
Should asylum seekers be required to remain in Mexico while their cases are processed?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes |
Education › Universal Pre-K
Should the federal government fund Universal preschool?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and all education should be privatized |
Housing › Foreign Real Estate Investment
Should the government restrict the purchase of residential properties by foreign investors?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes |
Science › GMO Labels
Should producers be required to label genetically engineered foods (GMOs)?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, consumers have a right to know what is in their food |
Foreign Policy › Foreign Elections
Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and we should not try to influence any other country’s elections or policy |
Foreign Policy › Torture
Should the military be allowed to use enhanced interrogation techniques, such as waterboarding, to gain information from suspected terrorists?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, we must use any means necessary to prevent terrorism |
Elections › Candidate Transparency
Should political candidates be required to release their recent tax returns to the public?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, I would respect them more if they did but they shouldn’t be required to |
Education › School Vouchers
Should the government offer students a voucher that they can use to attend private schools?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, but I would rather privatize all education |
Elections › Mail in ballots
Should every voter automatically receive a mail in ballot?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, mail in ballots should only be used by voters who are physically incapable of making it to a polling location |
Social › Student Diversity Training
Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for students?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and mandatory diversity training should be banned |
the Environment › Animal Testing
Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, but not for cosmetics |
Domestic Policy › Net Neutrality
Should internet service providers be allowed to speed up access to popular websites (that pay higher rates) at the expense of slowing down access to less popular websites (that pay lower rates)?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, treat all traffic equally and continue the openness of the internet |
Crime › Prison Overcrowding
Should non-violent prisoners be released from jail in order to reduce overcrowding?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, we should build more prisons |
Elections › Lobbyists
Should there be a 5-year ban on White House and Congressional officials from becoming lobbyists after they leave the government?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, and ban all forms of lobbying |
Transportation › Public Transportation
Should the government increase spending on public transportation?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and we should privatize more public transportation services |
the Economy › Welfare Drug Testing
Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, test anyone receiving money from the government including employees and politicians |
the Economy › Corporate Mega Mergers
Should the government prevent “mega mergers” of corporations that could potentially control a large percentage of market share within its industry?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and the government should not interfere with the free market |
Healthcare › VA Privatization
Should there be more or less privatization of veterans’ healthcare?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseMore, and replace the VA healthcare system with a personal health savings account |
the Economy › CEO Pay Cap
Should the government enforce a cap on CEO pay relative to the pay of their employees?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Crime › Collective Bargaining
Do you support limiting police unions collective bargaining power for cases involving misconduct?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, and abolish police unions |
Foreign Policy › Drones
Should the military fly drones over foreign countries to gain intelligence and kill suspected terrorists?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, the U.S. needs to use all means necessary to combat terrorism |
the Environment › Geoengineering
Should the government fund research into geoengineering as a way to combat climate change?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
National Security › Foreign Assassination
Should the US assassinate suspected terrorists in foreign countries?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, but only if there is undeniable evidence they are planning to attack our country |
Housing › Homeless Encampments
Should homeless individuals, that have refused available shelter or housing, be allowed to sleep or encamp on public property?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and make it a criminal offense |
Foreign Policy › Ukraine and Nato
Should Ukraine join NATO?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and abolish NATO |
the Economy › Four-day Workweek
Should the United States transition to a four-day workweek?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Immigration › Dual Citizenship
Should immigrants to the United States be allowed to hold dual citizenship status?
Domestic Policy › Social Security
Should the government raise the retirement age for Social Security?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, but I would prefer to privatize it instead |
Social › Employee Diversity Training
Should companies be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for employees?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and mandatory diversity training should be banned |
Foreign Policy › Terrorism
Should foreign terrorism suspects be given constitutional rights?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, they are not U.S. citizens and do not have constitutional rights |
the Economy › Estate Tax
Should the current estate tax rate be decreased?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, and we should eliminate it |
Domestic Policy › College Sports and COVID
Should college sports be played in the fall of 2020?
JGS>JGS Party’s support baseYes |
Housing › First-time Homebuyer Subsidies
Should the government provide subsidies for first-time homebuyers?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Education › Open for Learning Recovery Benefit Program
Should the government provide financial aid to families affected by COVID related school closures?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Housing › Homeless Shelters
Should the government increase funding for homeless shelters and services?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
the Environment › Food Waste
Should the government invest in programs to reduce food waste?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Crime › Criminal Voting Rights
Should convicted criminals have the right to vote?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, but only after completing their sentences and parole/probation |
Foreign Policy › NATO
Should the U.S. defend other NATO countries that maintain low military defense budgets relative to their GDP?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and we should withdraw from NATO |
Domestic Policy › Whistleblower Protection
Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, but only if releasing the information does not threaten our national security |
Education › Charter Schools
Do you support charter schools?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, and our entire education system should be privatized |
Domestic Policy › Juneteenth
Should Juneteenth be declared a federal holiday?
JGS>JGS Party’s support baseYes |
Transportation › Fuel Efficiency Requirements
Should the government impose stricter fuel efficiency standards on vehicles?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
the Environment › Fracking
Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, but increase oversight |
Healthcare › Medical Consensus
Should medical boards penalize doctors who give health advice that contradicts contemporary scientific consensus?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, scientific consensus can quickly change and patients should be allowed to try unconventional ideas |
Foreign Policy › North Korea Military Strikes
Should the U.S. conduct military strikes against North Korea in order to destroy their long-range missile and nuclear weapons capabilities?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, we must use every diplomatic option first |
the Environment › Plastic Product Ban
Should disposable products (such as plastic cups, plates, and cutlery) that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material be banned?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Healthcare › Marketing Unhealthy Products to Youth
Should the government ban the promotion of products that contribute to unhealthy lifestyles for young people, such as vaping and junk food?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
National Security › Backdoor Access to Encrypted Communications
Should the government require tech companies to provide backdoor access to encrypted communications for national security purposes?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
the Economy › Tech Monopolies
Should the government break up Amazon, Facebook and Google?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
National Security › Mexican Drug Cartels
Should the President mobilize the U.S. military against Mexican Drug Cartels?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes |
Crime › Mandatory minimum prison sentences
Do you support mandatory minimum prison sentences for people charged with drug possession?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, but only for drug dealers, not users |
Science › Space Exploration
Should the government fund space travel?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, the government should leave human space travel to private companies |
the Economy › Domestic Jobs
Should the President offer tax breaks to individual companies to keep jobs in the U.S.?
ChatGPTNo, the government should not interfere with the free market |
Transportation › Smart Transportation Infrastructure
Should the government invest in the development of smart transportation infrastructure?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Education › University Debt Accountability
Should colleges be held financially accountable if graduates, with degrees leading to lower income jobs, default on their student loans?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, it is the student’s responsibility to manage their financial outcome |
National Security › National Identification System
Should the government implement a national identification system to enhance security and prevent fraud?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Housing › Green Spaces
Should new housing developments be required to include green spaces and parks?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Foreign Policy › India Arms
Should the U.S. sell military weapons to India in order to counter Chinese and Russian influence?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and we should not sell military weapons to any foreign country |
the Economy › NAFTA
Should the U.S. continue to participate in the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, but we should adopt a unilateral free trade policy |
the Economy › China Tariffs
Should the U.S. increase tariffs on imported products from China?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, China should be punished for artificially manipulating their currency |
Domestic Policy › Political Advertising on Social Media
Should social media companies ban political advertising?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Science › Genetic Engineering
Should the government fund research into genetic engineering for disease prevention and treatment?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
the Economy › Gas Tax
Should the Federal Government suspend the gasoline tax?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, and permanently end it |
the Environment › Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Should the government build a network of electric vehicle charging stations?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
the Economy › Offshore Banking
Should U.S. citizens be allowed to save or invest their money in offshore bank accounts?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, as long as offshore income is reported |
Foreign Policy › NSA Surveillance
Should the U.S. continue NSA surveillance of its allies?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and abolish the NSA |
Transportation › Diesel Emission Standards
Should the government implement stricter emissions standards for diesel vehicles?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
the Environment › Dakota Access Pipeline
Should the government stop construction of the Dakota Access pipeline?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, but reroute the pipeline away from Native American land |
the Environment › Carbon Capture Subsidies
Should the government provide subsidies for companies developing carbon capture technologies?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
the Economy › Surcharge Ban
Should the government ban surcharges tacked onto concert tickets, cable bills, banking services, hotel bookings and other purchases?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, the government should not regulate what private businesses can charge consumers |
Domestic Policy › Edward Snowden
Should the U.S. government grant immunity to Edward Snowden?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, investigate the CIA and NSA directors instead |
the Economy › Farm Subsidies
Should the government subsidize farmers?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, end all government subsidies and let the free market run its course |
Education › School Truancy
Should the government decriminalize school truancy?
National Security › Capitol Fence
Should the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C. be protected by a security fence?
JGS>JGS Party’s support baseYes |
the Economy › Federal Reserve
Should the Federal Reserve Bank be audited by Congress?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, but I would prefer to abolish it and return to the gold standard |
Transportation › Distracted Driving Penalties
Should the government increase penalties for distracted driving?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › Cuba
Do you support President Obama’s move to lift the trade and travel embargo on Cuba?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, lift the travel embargo but do not allow trade until Cuba becomes a democratic republic |
Transportation › High Speed Rail
Should the government provide subsidies for the development of high-speed rail networks?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
the Economy › Tariffs
Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, our country has been on the losing side of trade deals for too long |
Foreign Policy › Jerusalem
Should Jerusalem be recognized as the capital of Israel?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, foreign governments should recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel |
Foreign Policy › Two State Solution for Israel and Palestine
Do you support a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
the Environment › Corporate Subsidies
Should cities be allowed to offer private companies economic incentives to relocate?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, the government should never subsidize private businesses |
Science › CRISPR Technology
Should the government regulate the use of CRISPR technology for human genetic modifications?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
the Environment › EV Incentives and Funding
Should the federal government support EV adoption through incentives and infrastructure funding?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Housing › Foreclosure Assistance
Should the government provide assistance to homeowners facing foreclosure?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Housing › High density residential buildings
Should the government incentivize the construction of high density residential buildings?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Technology › Social Media Regulation
Should the government mandate that large tech companies share their algorithms with regulators?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
the Environment › EV Subsidies
Should the government provide subsidies to taxpayers who purchase an electric vehicle?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
the Economy › Government Pensions
Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers?
ChatGPTNo, not until we decrease our national debt |
Transportation › Advanced Automotive Technology
Should the government restrict the use of advanced technology in vehicles to maintain human control and prevent over-reliance on technology?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
the Economy › Pension Reform
Should pension plans for federal, state, and local government workers be transitioned into privately managed accounts?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, pension spending is out of control and must be reduced |
Transportation › Autonomous Vehicle Regulation
Should the government regulate the development and deployment of autonomous vehicles?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Technology › Self Hosted Digital Wallets
Should citizens be allowed to secure their money in self-hosted digital wallets that the government can monitor but not control?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes, and also allowed to use a privacy layer that prevents monitoring of funds and transactions |
the Economy › State Ownership
Should the government acquire equity stakes in companies it bails out during a recession?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, the government should never own shares of private companies |
Foreign Policy › F-35
Should the government cancel production of the F-35 fighter?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Transportation › Bicycles and Bike Lanes
Should the government promote the use of bicycles by expanding bike lanes and bike-sharing programs?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Transportation › Congestion Pricing
Should cities implement congestion pricing to reduce traffic in busy urban areas?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
National Security › Cross-border Payments
Should the government ban its citizens from using cross-border payment methods (like crypto) to send money to relatives in OFAC sanctioned countries (Palestine, Iran, Cuba, Venezuela, Russia, and North Korea)?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes |
Transportation › Carpooling and Shared Transportation
Should the government provide incentives for carpooling and the use of shared transportation services?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
the Economy › Gig Workers
Should gig workers such as Uber drivers be classified as employees?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and the government should never intervene in a contract between a private company and worker |
Technology › Cryptocurrencies
Should the government implement stricter regulations on the use of cryptocurrencies?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, and citizens should be allowed to protect their savings from reckless fiscal policies or subjugation |
the Economy › Decentralized Finance
Should the technology of our financial system transition to a decentralized protocol, that is not owned or controlled by any corporation, similar to the internet?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Transportation › Ride-Sharing Subsidies
Should the government subsidize ride-sharing services for low-income individuals?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
the Economy › Online Sales Tax
Should an in-state sales tax apply to online purchases of in-state buyers from out-of-state sellers?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, the federal government does not have the authority to impose state and local taxes |
the Economy › Cryptocurrency
Should the government classify cryptocurrencies as legal forms of payment?
JGS>JGS Party’s support baseYes |
the Economy › Trans-Pacific Partnership
Do you support the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, there are too many hidden provisions in this specific agreement |
Domestic Policy › Air Force One
Should the military upgrade Air Force One?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo, not until the cost ($4B) is dramatically reduced |
the Environment › LNG Export Licenses
Should the U.S. lift the moratorium on new liquefied natural gas (LNG) export licenses?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes |
Transportation › Designated Autonomous Vehicle Lanes
Should cities designate special lanes for autonomous vehicles?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
Technology › Artwork Investment Contracts
Should artists be held to the same reporting and disclosure requirements as hedge funds, mutual funds, and public companies when selling their artwork?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseYes |
Transportation › Frequent Flier Regulation
Should the government regulate airline frequent flier programs?
John G. Schmitz voterbaseNo |
