Truman Copeland

Strongly Agree

Abortion is as clearly to be stated as it is Murder.

Although no reason is a good reason for an Abortion, Medical need for the life of the mother should be classified seperate from Abortion.

Strongly Agree

Strongly Agree

A life is a life regardless of the way it became a life.

Strongly Agree

Currently after the abolishment from Row v Wade we opened the doors for other states to send the abortion-inducing drugs, although illegally, unforceable. We need to make this more direct and punish transportation of these drugs.

“Separation of church and state” comes from Thomas Jefferson’s 1802 letter to the Danbury Baptists, meaning the government cannot control or establish the church. It was never intended to remove biblical values from law. I believe government should not interfere with the church, but moral law is rooted in God’s truth (Romans 13), not hostility toward faith. Plainly, the State should be excluded from the church, but the church should not be excluded from governance.

Strongly Disagree

Individuals and businesses should not be compelled by the government to act against their moral or religious convictions. Religious liberty includes the right to live out one’s faith in public life, not just in private. Forcing compliance violates the First Amendment and undermines conscience, which Scripture teaches must be held in obedience to God rather than man (Acts 5:29).

Agree

The Chinese Communist Party poses serious threats to the United States through military expansion, cyber warfare, intellectual property theft, and economic coercion. This is not an issue with the Chinese people, but with an authoritarian regime that undermines sovereignty, fair trade, and global stability. America must respond with strength, clarity, and resolve.

Yes. The United States’ relationship with Israel is important for strategic, moral, and economic reasons. Israel is a key democratic ally in a volatile region, a partner in intelligence and defense, and a shared commitment to religious freedom and the rule of law. Supporting Israel strengthens U.S. security interests and promotes regional stability. However, our foreign aid must be limited, targeted, and accountable. Supporting allies like Israel should come with clear objectives & transparency.

I most closely align with C. Medicare, Medicaid, and the VA should remain to serve seniors, the vulnerable, and veterans. However, private healthcare insurance must be more transparent. Hidden fees, complex billing, and inflated administrative costs frustrate patients and drive prices up. Real reform means accountability, price transparency, and competition that puts patients—not insurers—first.

Neutral

I am neutral. Aggregate, non-identifiable health data can help policymakers understand costs and plan responsibly, but government should not maintain databases that track individuals by name or condition. Any data collection must protect privacy, limit scope, and prevent misuse. Healthcare decisions belong to patients and doctors—not permanent government surveillance.

Raising the minimum wage alone increases cost of living. Any wage discussion must also address corporate incentives shaped by rulings like Dodge v. Ford, so workers and shareholders can both be fairly compensated without inflationary pressure.

Agree

Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential to a productive economy. When people are free to own property and participate in the market, they have both the incentive and responsibility to create value for others.

My top priorities to eliminate government waste are enforcing outcome-based audits, adding sunset clauses to new spending, reducing administrative bloat, increasing transparency in contracts and grants, and prioritizing local control over centralized programs so tax dollars reach people, not bureaucracy.

Strongly Disagree

Sanctuary cities undermine the rule of law and place unnecessary burdens on local communities. Immigration enforcement is a federal responsibility, and policies that shield individuals from lawful processes create safety, cost, and accountability issues. Compassion must be paired with legality, fairness, and respect for those who follow the law.

Agree

Education works best when decisions are made closest to students, parents, and teachers. Eliminating the U.S. Department of Education would return control to states and local communities, reduce federal bureaucracy, and allow education to reflect local needs and values. This would also allow states like Arkansas to expand school choice in a more flexible, accountable, and locally driven way.

Agree

Foreign governments should not be allowed to fund or influence American education. However, individual students paying tuition from other countries should still be welcome and their country can still help with tuitions. This protects U.S. schools from major foreign influence while allowing education to remain open, competitive, and beneficial through lawful, transparent tuition-based enrollment.

The goal of the criminal justice system should be to protect the public, uphold the rule of law, and deliver justice fairly. This includes holding offenders accountable, deterring crime, restoring victims where possible, and offering rehabilitation when appropriate—without sacrificing public safety or personal responsibility.

Strongly Agree

The government has a duty to protect children from sexual exploitation, especially online. This includes enforcing laws, holding offenders accountable, and supporting law enforcement, while respecting constitutional rights and parental authority.

Strongly Agree

The United States legal system must be based on the Constitution alone. As John Adams stated, “Our Constitution was made only for a moral and religious people.” Religious freedom is protected, but no foreign legal system should be incorporated into U.S. law. The rule of law must remain uniform, constitutional, and rooted in our founding principles.

Law-abiding citizens should not be punished for the actions of criminals. Public safety is best protected by enforcing existing laws, prosecuting violent offenders, and addressing mental health—not by restricting constitutional rights. The Second Amendment protects an individual right to keep and bear arms, and restrictions should focus on criminal misuse, not responsible ownership. An armed populace is often a safer populace.

Conservative

I am conservative in my views, grounded in biblical values, constitutional principles, and limited government. I believe in personal responsibility, strong families, free enterprise, local control, and protecting individual liberties while ensuring accountability and stewardship of public resources.

No. I have never been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court.

No. I have never been convicted of a felony.

Strongly Agree

Parents are the primary caregivers and decision-makers for their children. Government exists to support families, not replace them. Health and education decisions should remain with parents, with transparency and respect for family values.

Strongly Agree

Children deserve protection, not experimentation. Attempts to physically or socially transition a child cause long-term harm and violate a child’s right to develop without irreversible pressure. Care should focus on safeguarding mental and physical well-being.

Strongly Agree

Marriage is a God-ordained institution between one man and one woman. While government may regulate civil unions, it does not have the authority to redefine what God established as sacred and foundational to family and society.

Neutral

While gambling can generate revenue, it also brings social costs that must be carefully weighed. Any discussion should prioritize community impact, addiction risks, and local consent over short-term financial gains.

My faith begins and centers on Jesus Christ. I believe the Bible is true in its entirety and is the authoritative Word of God, guiding truth, morality, and human dignity. I am a regular attendee of my local Baptist church, where my faith is strengthened through worship, teaching, and community. As a husband, father, and veteran, I believe leadership starts with obedience to Christ, humility, and service to others. While government should not establish a church, moral truth does not vanish in public life. My faith shapes my conscience, my stewardship, and my commitment to lead with integrity and accountability. Finally, I love Jesus and he saved my life.

Strongly Disagree

I believe that if you are going to vote, you must have a government photo identification to ensure that we have voter integrity.

Strongly Disagree

This is just a silly concept to give more to people who do not want to earn it. This is also a racist policy if we were to take it up.

Strongly Agree

I believe this is simple common sense.

Disagree

Climate change exists, but its impacts and causes are often overstated to justify aggressive policy. I believe environmental stewardship should be practical, data-driven, and balanced against economic and energy realities rather than driven by alarmism.

Nuclear power is the most reliable and clean large-scale energy source available today, followed by hydroelectric power for long-term stability.