
James Richardson
Republican | Alabama
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
James Richardson
Party
Republican
Election Year
2026
Election
Republican Primary
Race
US Rep. Dist., 1
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Candidate did not provide
WORK & MILITARY
United States Marine Corps, Military Police
AFFILIATIONS
Lions Club International
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
U.S. House Alabama District 1, 2026-
OTHER INFORMATION
James Richardson completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026.
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life deserves legal protection from conception until natural death.
Strongly Agree
The lives of human embryos created through artificial methods ought to be protected from purposeful destruction.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
Elective abortion should not be permitted. Every human life has inherent dignity and deserves protection.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Disagree
The Comstock Act, which bans interstate transportation of abortion-inducing drugs, should be enforced.
Strongly Agree
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
It means the government cannot control religion or force belief. It protects people of faith from government interference, not the removal of faith from public life.
NATIONAL SECURITY
With regard to America's foreign policy, which view most closely resembles yours: A) The United States should intervene whenever freedom is threatened. B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny. C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. D) The United States should stay out of foreign conflicts completely.
C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger.
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Yes. The U.S.-Israel relationship is important because it strengthens regional stability, supports a long-standing democratic ally, and advances shared security interests in a volatile part of the world. Cooperation with Israel helps protect American citizens, promotes intelligence sharing, and contributes to global peace and humanitarian values.
Islamic terrorism is a threat to the United States' national security.
Strongly Agree
HEALTHCARE
What most closely matches your view on healthcare: A) Healthcare for all should be guaranteed and funded by the government with no private healthcare option. (includes "universal healthcare," "medicare for all," etc.) B) Healthcare insurance funded by the government should be available for all who want it, along with private healthcare options. C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary. D) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.
C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary.
The government should keep a database of people with various ongoing medical illnesses to assess the economic burden of treatment.
Strongly Disagree
ECONOMY
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
People who can afford to pay more taxes should do so in order to provide relief for working families.
Strongly Disagree
The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.
Strongly Agree
List your top 3-5 priorities to eliminate government waste.
1. Cut redundant federal programs. 2. Streamline bloated bureaucracies. 3. End earmarks and political grants. 4. Require audits and sunset reviews. 5. Stop paying for unused buildings and outdated contracts.
IMMIGRATION
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
People who follow our laws, pass background checks, contribute positively to our society, and come through a legal, orderly process should be allowed to immigrate. We must secure the border, enforce existing laws, and welcome those who respect our sovereignty and want to become productive members of the American community.
I support the existence of sanctuary cities to protect undocumented persons.
Strongly Disagree
EDUCATION
I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.
Strongly Agree
Foreign governments should be prohibited from funding American education.
Strongly Agree
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Government has a responsibility to protect children from sexual exploitation during online activities.
Strongly Agree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Public safety is best protected by enforcing existing laws, prosecuting violent offenders, and supporting responsible gun ownership. I do not support new federal restrictions on law-abiding citizens. The focus should remain on criminals, not on limiting the constitutional rights of responsible Americans.
ABOUT YOU
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
No
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
No
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and religious liberty, which of the following best describes you overall?
Conservative
VALUES
Attempts to physically or socially transition a child to the opposite sex constitute child abuse.
Strongly Agree
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.
Strongly Agree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I believe in God, but I also believe that human beings should be free to make their own choices. I don’t claim to know God’s full will, and I don’t believe it’s my place to judge others. My faith teaches me humility, compassion, and respect for every person’s pursuit of life, liberty, and happiness. I try to live by those values and let God handle what belongs to Him.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
I support voter ID requirements to protect election integrity, but I do not support the federal government taking control of state-run elections. Under the 10th Amendment, election administration is a state responsibility, and voter ID should be handled at the state level, not mandated or overridden by Washington.
EQUALITY
Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.
Strongly Agree
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
For long-term reliability, baseload sources like natural gas and nuclear remain the most dependable options. They provide consistent, 24/7 power that isn’t dependent on weather conditions and can meet growing demand without interruption.
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