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Kelly Morrison's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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Kelly Morrison did not provide voters with positions on key issues covered by the 2024 Political Courage Test, despite repeated requests from Vote Smart and voters like you.

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Issue Positions

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  • "As an OB-GYN, Kelly has dedicated her career to making sure women are able to make their own health care decisions without interference from the government. In the state legislature, Kelly helped lead the effort to pass a comprehensive legislative package protecting reproductive rights in Minnesota." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "Two years ago today, SCOTUS overturned Roe v. Wade. Since then, almost half the states have banned or restricted access to abortion, endangering the lives of women around the country. As a pro-choice OBGYN, I will fight for national protections of reproductive health care." (x.com)
  • "We need to protect abortion rights at the national level. If elected, I will be the only pro-choice OB-GYN in the United States Congress. I helped lead the effort to protect reproductive rights here in Minnesota and I’m ready to take that fight to Congress." (x.com)
  • Rated 92% by Pro-Choice Minnesota (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Kelly is strongly committed to protecting Medicare and Social Security to ensure that people can live in dignity in their senior years." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "A skilled workforce is the foundation of the economy, so we must train our workforce for the jobs of tomorrow, and ensure our unions are strong. Kelly also believes that we need a tax system that ensures opportunity for all." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "We need a robust economy that supports families, workers and businesses. Kelly is committed to lowering costs and building an economy that works for everyone. This means lowering the cost of everyday needs such as health care, housing and child care, while investing in innovation, infrastructure and entrepreneurship." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "this year’s state budget included an historic $4 billion in tax cuts, funding for health and human services, and education funding. It is unfortunate that the GOP walked away from this bipartisan deal." (x.com)
  • "A skilled workforce is the foundation of the economy, so we must train our workforce for the jobs of tomorrow, and ensure our unions are strong. Kelly also believes that we need a tax system that ensures opportunity for all." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "We need a robust economy that supports families, workers and businesses. Kelly is committed to lowering costs and building an economy that works for everyone. This means lowering the cost of everyday needs such as health care, housing and child care, while investing in innovation, infrastructure and entrepreneurship." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "Kelly believes it’s time to put the voters back at the center of the decision-making process." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "Kelly is proud to not take any contributions from corporate PACs or federal lobbyists, and is committed to getting dark money out of politics." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "Everyone deserves to feel safe in their communities. We also need to make sure our law enforcement officers have the resources they need to do their jobs well – that’s why Kelly supported legislation providing $300 million in aid to local law enforcement, including police, fire and 911 departments, and she also co-authored legislation to crack down on violent carjackings." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "A skilled workforce is the foundation of the economy, so we must train our workforce for the jobs of tomorrow, and ensure our unions are strong. Kelly also believes that we need a tax system that ensures opportunity for all." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "As part of the effort to aid nursing homes, several in our district will receive state aid. Supporting our most vulnerable & the workers who care for them was a top priority for me. Proud these critical investments will directly benefit local residents, families & workers." (x.com)
  • "We have important work to do in Special Session, including passing a bonding bill, which will help repair aging infrastructure and create jobs. I’ll be advocating that my bill to repair critical water infrastructure in Spring Park be included." (x.com)
  • "We need a robust economy that supports families, workers and businesses. Kelly is committed to lowering costs and building an economy that works for everyone. This means lowering the cost of everyday needs such as health care, housing and child care, while investing in innovation, infrastructure and entrepreneurship." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "The House passed the bipartisan Housing budget yesterday! Every Minnesotan deserves a safe place to call home. This bill invests in affordable housing and establishes an orderly off-ramp to MN’s COVID-19 eviction moratorium, with more stability for both renters and landlords." (x.com)
  • "Kelly is committed to lowering costs and building an economy that works for everyone. This means lowering the cost of everyday needs such as health care, housing and child care, while investing in innovation, infrastructure and entrepreneurship." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "housing is a social determinant of health. If you don’t have a home, the rest of your life is more difficult. We must invest in affordable housing so that people can have healthy lives and kids can learn." (x.com)
  • "Happy to join community leaders, small business owners and fellow legislators to talk about the many benefits the Inflation Reduction Act is bringing to our communities and our state today!" (x.com)
  • "Kelly is committed to lowering costs and building an economy that works for everyone. This means lowering the cost of everyday needs such as health care, housing and child care, while investing in innovation, infrastructure and entrepreneurship." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "We have important work to do in Special Session, including passing a bonding bill, which will help repair aging infrastructure and create jobs. I’ll be advocating that my bill to repair critical water infrastructure in Spring Park be included." (x.com)
  • "inflation is a global challenge. Low income people are being hit especially hard. Addressing the high costs of Rx, childcare, and healthcare can help us get through these tough times." (x.com)
  • "Kelly also believes that providing students with a variety of higher education options, and not just a one-size-fits-all four-year college approach, will help ensure that students find their best fit. This will help us build a skilled and diverse workforce to fill quality jobs across the state." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "I’m excited our campaign has been endorsed by the Progressive Turnout Project! Protecting access to the ballot is a key component to protecting our democracy. Our campaign is committed to protecting and expanding voting rights for all Minnesotans." (x.com)
  • "Kelly believes it’s time to put the voters back at the center of the decision-making process. One of the most important issues facing our state is protecting democracy and ensuring that all eligible voters are able to exercise their right to vote and to have their vote counted." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "She also passed legislation to allow automatic voter registration and put in place other key voting rights reforms in Minnesota." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "The biggest threat to election security is mis-and-disinformation about elections. We must ensure that as many eligible voters as possible can participate in democracy." (x.com)
  • "Climate change is the ultimate public health crisis, and to address it, we must must end the extraction and burning of fossil fuels, and stop new investment in fossil fuel infrastructure. MN and the USA can lead by stopping Line 3." (x.com)
  • "Great to have the @SenateDFL #MeteorologistCaucus speaking for our 100% Clean Energy bill. Thank you for sharing facts and your expertise. I’m looking forward to voting YES!" (x.com)
  • "Kelly also believes that as we see more wildfires, floods and other extreme weather wreak havoc on our homes, our businesses, and our farms, we need to take swift action to tackle climate change and plan mitigation strategies. This will not only help avert catastrophic warming and protect our environment – it will also create good, clean energy jobs." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "There’s a broad consensus that climate change must be addressed now. The DFL House bill puts us on a path to 100% renewable energy by 2050. Let’s lead, Minnesota!" (x.com)
  • "Climate change is the ultimate public health crisis, and to address it, we must must end the extraction and burning of fossil fuels, and stop new investment in fossil fuel infrastructure. MN and the USA can lead by stopping Line 3." (x.com)
  • "Kelly also believes that as we see more wildfires, floods and other extreme weather wreak havoc on our homes, our businesses, and our farms, we need to take swift action to tackle climate change and plan mitigation strategies. This will not only help avert catastrophic warming and protect our environment – it will also create good, clean energy jobs." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "This is a step in the right direction as we work to decrease greenhouse gas emissions. We have to consider the climate impacts of ALL new projects, including #Line3" (x.com)
  • "I’m proud to be named a Gun Sense Candidate by @MomsDemand. We must finally come together to enact policy that will keep our kids & our communities safe. The toll of gun violence is simply too great." (x.com)
  • "Kelly supported the passage of universal background checks and extreme risk protection orders in Minnesota and supports reinstating the ban on the sale of assault weapons. Kelly understands the urgency of curtailing gun violence and will continue to take this issue on in Congress." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "The ripple effect of gun violence on individuals, families and communities is profound. Let’s finally resolve to protect our people from the devastation gun violence wreaks." (x.com)
  • Rated 0% by the National Rifle Association (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "All Minnesotans deserve quality, affordable health care. As a practicing physician, Kelly has seen firsthand the out-of-control health care costs that rise every year. That’s why she has worked to lower health care costs during her time in the Minnesota legislature." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "Chief author of the Protect Access to Contraception Act @LaurieHalverson and I spoke at the Capitol about the importance of protecting access to affordable contraception. Insurance coverage of repro health care is at risk if the ACA is dismantled, so we must protect it in MN!" (x.com)
  • "Busy morning at the Capitol with an update on election security in MN by @MNSteveSimon followed by a session on Universal Family Care, which would include early child care and education, paid family leave and long term care." (x.com)
  • "Paid Family and Medical Leave passed off the Senate floor! Chief authors @DrAliceMann & @RuthForHouse have led with passion, intelligence & resolve. This transformative legislation is a win for Minnesota children, families & workers. So much gratitude to these remarkable women!" (x.com)
  • "My bill to create a Prescription Drug Affordability Board passed out of Judiciary today. Next stop: State Gov’t. Drugs don’t work if people can’t afford them. MN can do better to ensure people have access to the Rx drugs they need." (x.com)
  • "Proud to author legislation to help Minnesotans afford the medications they need to survive and thrive. I will continue to prioritize bringing down the high price of prescription drugs if elected to the MN Senate!" (x.com)
  • "She took on Big Pharma and passed legislation to lower prescription drug prices, including capping the price of insulin from $600/month to $35/month." (www.kellyforcongress.org)
  • "Thanks to all who came to our community conversation on the high cost of insulin and prescription drugs. The stories were heartbreaking and infuriating. People should not have to chose between the medicine they need to live and food." (x.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

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