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Mark Harris' Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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U.S. House (NC) - District 8, Republican

On The Ballot: Running, Republican for U.S. House (NC) - District 8

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Issue Positions

For Presidential and Congressional candidates who refuse to provide voters with their positions, Vote Smart has researched their public records to determine their likely responses. These issue positions are from 2024.

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

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Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

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

Unknown Position

Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

Yes

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

Yes

In order to balance the budget, do you support an income tax increase on any tax bracket? "No" (None)

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

In order to balance the budget, do you support an income tax increase on any tax bracket? "No" (None)

Yes

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

Yes

Do you support the regulation of indirect campaign contributions from corporations and unions? "Yes" (None)

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

Unknown Position

Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

Yes

Defense: Do you support increasing defense spending?

Yes

"Mark, drawing inspiration from his father's WWII experiences, is unwavering in his commitment to a robust national defense. He emphasizes the need for a formidable military that deters threats, stands with allies, and above all, honors the sacrifices made by our servicemen and women, both during and after their service." (markharrisforcongress.org)

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

Do you support federal spending as a means of promoting economic growth? "No" (None)

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

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Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

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

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

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

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Yes

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

Yes

Do you support government funding for the development of renewable energy (e.g. solar, wind, thermal)? "Yes" (None)

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

Unknown Position

Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

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

Do you generally support gun-control legislation? "No" (None)

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

"Repeal and replacing the ACA with a plan that gives patients more choices and control over their healthcare and brings down premiums and healthcare cost." (None)
Do you support repealing the 2010 Affordable Care Act ("Obamacare")? "Yes" (None)

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

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Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

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

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Yes

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

Yes

"Our nation's safety and sovereignty hinge upon robust border security. Mark asserts that the current state of our borders, exacerbated by Biden's weak border policies, has created unprecedented challenges for our nation. He is committed to fortifying our borders, supporting advanced technology, and rigorously enforcing our immigration laws to protect American citizens and preserve our nation's integrity." (markharrisforcongress.org)
Do you support the construction of a wall along the Mexican border? "Yes" (None)

Yes

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

Yes

"Our nation's safety and sovereignty hinge upon robust border security. Mark asserts that the current state of our borders, exacerbated by Biden's weak border policies, has created unprecedented challenges for our nation. He is committed to fortifying our borders, supporting advanced technology, and rigorously enforcing our immigration laws to protect American citizens and preserve our nation's integrity." (markharrisforcongress.org)
Do you support requiring immigrants who are unlawfully present to return to their country of origin before they are eligible for citizenship? "Yes" (None)

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

Unknown Position

Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

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

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

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Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

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-life

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

Budget

No		In order to balance the budget, do you support an income tax increase on any tax bracket?
No		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?

Economy

No		Do you support federal spending as a means of promoting economic growth?
Yes		Do you support lowering corporate taxes as a means of promoting economic growth?

Education

Do you support requiring states to adopt federal education standards?

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

Do you generally support gun-control legislation?

Health Care

Yes		Do you support repealing the 2010 Affordable Care Act ("Obamacare")?
Repeal and replacing the ACA with a plan that gives patients more choices and control over their healthcare and brings down premiums and healthcare cost.

Immigration

Yes		Do you support the construction of a wall along the Mexican border?
Yes		Do you support requiring immigrants who are unlawfully present to return to their country of origin before they are eligible for citizenship?

Marijuana

Do you support the legalization of marijuana for recreational purposes?

National Security

Unknown Position		Should the United States use military force in order to prevent governments hostile to the U.S. from possessing a nuclear weapon?
"Millions of Muslims have lived in the United States peacefully for hundreds of years. Religious liberty is probably the highest virtue that we hold as a nation. That being said, there is no denying that radical factions of Muslims believe that killing "infidels" is their religious duty (jihad), and they consider the U.S. infidels. As a former Pastor, I know the history of religious wars, especially between Israel and her enemies. Our country should continue its unwavering support for the nation of Israel, and should absolutely continue to be pro-active in our defense against radical Muslims that would seek to cause us harm." https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1243346/issue-position-terrorism (votesmart.org) "We must respond to attacks on our diplomats and troops with every ounce of our military force and clean out federal agencies who have contributed to weakening our country's standing on the world stage. It is vital that we prosecute current and former federal officials who have participated, lied and covered up major international blunders, some of which have led to the death of Americans." https://votesmart.org/public-statement/851404/issue-position-national-defense (votesmart.org)
Yes		Do you support increased American intervention in Middle Eastern conflicts beyond air support?
"Millions of Muslims have lived in the United States peacefully for hundreds of years. Religious liberty is probably the highest virtue that we hold as a nation. That being said, there is no denying that radical factions of Muslims believe that killing "infidels" is their religious duty (jihad), and they consider the U.S. infidels. As a former Pastor, I know the history of religious wars, especially between Israel and her enemies. Our country should continue its unwavering support for the nation of Israel, and should absolutely continue to be pro-active in our defense against radical Muslims that would seek to cause us harm." https://votesmart.org/public-statement/1243346/issue-position-terrorism (votesmart.org) "We must respond to attacks on our diplomats and troops with every ounce of our military force and clean out federal agencies who have contributed to weakening our country's standing on the world stage. It is vital that we prosecute current and former federal officials who have participated, lied and covered up major international blunders, some of which have led to the death of Americans." https://votesmart.org/public-statement/851404/issue-position-national-defense (votesmart.org)

Administrative Priorities

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Issue Positions

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.

Abortion

Budget

Campaign Finance

Economy

Education

Energy & Environment

Guns

Health Care

Immigration

Marijuana

National Security

Administrative Priorities

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