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Brandon Wade's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

On The Ballot: Running, Democratic for U.S. House (OK) - District 2

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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 generally support pro-choice or pro-life legislation?

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"Iâm tired of hearing abortion is going to be discussed by either party. To HELL with discussing! We must pass legislation to PROTECT WOMENâs RIGHTS! Stop politicking and start actually doing what the people elected you for!" (x.com)

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

"Iâm tired of hearing abortion is going to be discussed by either party. To HELL with discussing! We must pass legislation to PROTECT WOMENâs RIGHTS! Stop politicking and start actually doing what the people elected you for!" (x.com)
"We really need to codify Roe V Wade ASAP" (x.com)

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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?

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"I will fight to ensure social security is alway there for us and continue to raise the payout. We need to address many issues with the program but raising the age isnât one of them." (x.com)

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

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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 a wealth tax in order to pay for public programs?

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

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

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

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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?

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

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Defense: Do you support increasing defense spending?

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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 federal spending as a means of promoting economic growth (e.g. grants, tax incentives)?

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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 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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"Corporate greed is fueling this inflation, donât get it wrong!" (x.com)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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"Oklahoma if you want a candidate that believes in protecting our children and taking real action on gun legislation elect Brandon Wade for US Senate. We need Background checks, Mental Health exams, Training and safety classes, raise the age limit to own a gun, and Red Flag Laws." (x.com)
"We need leaders that will take our childrenâs lives serious! Real Gun Reform with bans of weapons of war and large capacity clips must happen! #RealGunReform" (x.com)

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

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

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

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

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

"I also believe we will need to set up immigration centers in every state. On the law side of the system, we need to seriously look at the time tables on becoming a citizen at every level. Iâm willing to discuss this issue with anyone that wants to make a difference." (brandon4congress.com)
"Then itâs time congress gets to work and puts money into a new immigration system that will provide a quicker path to citizenship, provide more judges, more social workers, and more agents to run the needed background checks. All the Republicans do is yell border control." (x.com)

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

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

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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.

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