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Bonnie Watson Coleman's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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Bonnie Watson Coleman is currently being tested through the 2024 Political Courage Test.

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New Jersey Congressional Election 2024 Political Courage Test

Pro-choice Do you generally support pro-choice or pro-life legislation?
No Do you support the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade?
Yes Do you support expanding federal funding to support social safety net programs such as Social Security and Medicare?
Yes Do you support a decrease in income taxes in order to balance the budget?
Yes Do you support a wealth tax in order to pay for public programs?
Yes Do you support the regulation of indirect campaign contributions from corporations, unions, and individuals?
No Do you support protecting government officials, including law enforcement officers, from personal liability in civil lawsuits concerning alleged misconduct?
No Do you support increasing defense spending?
Yes Do you support federal spending as a means of promoting economic growth (e.g. grants, tax incentives)?
Yes Do you support the federal government increasing funding for affordable housing programs?
Yes Do you support the federal government taking action, beyond those of the Federal Reserve, to alleviate inflation?
Yes Do you support the forgiveness of federal student loan debt?
No Do you support requiring a government-issued identification in order to vote at the polls?
Yes Do you support government funding for the development of renewable energy (e.g. solar, wind, geo-thermal)?
No Do you support the federal government allowing permits for drilling on public lands?
Yes Do you generally support gun-control legislation (e.g. red flag laws, boyfriend loopholes)?
Yes Do you support a government-run (e.g. single-payer) healthcare program, such as Medicare-for-All?
Yes Do you support expanding paid family AND/OR medical leave benefits (e.g. maternity leave)?
Yes Should the government be able to regulate the cost of prescription drugs?
No Do you support increasing security along the southern US border?
No Do you support requiring immigrants to return to their country of origin before they are eligible for citizenship, regardless of their immigration status?
Yes Do you support economic intervention as a means of resolving international conflicts?
Yes Do you support the US providing increased offensive military aid to Ukraine?
Yes Do you generally support increased regulations on social media companies (e.g. Tik Tok, Facebook, etc.)?
My voting record reflects my belief that there should be a floor which no family should fall below. Poverty is among the most intractable problems facing our country, threatening access to the American Dream for millions of Americans over generations. Despite a booming economy, millions still struggle to access basic necessities. Much of the gains made over the last 40 years have gone to the wealthiest Americans, and the wealth gap has increased to its highest levels since the Gilded Age. This stark reality demands a critical examination of our past attempts at eradicating poverty, and their lasting impact on our democracy. My votes and legislation reflect my position to eradicate this disparity. Specific pieces of legislation: 1. Guaranteed Income Pilot Program - to establish a nationwide pilot program to test the outcomes of a federally funded income support program that keeps more American families from experiencing permanent financial fallout and lasting poverty from a single unexpected crisis 2. Pursuing Equity in Mental Health - legislation to address the disparities in access, care and study of mental health issues among people of color; 3. The Healthy MOM Act, which would allow women to enroll in, or change their health coverage if they become pregnant But priorities that will always take forefront will be the ones that ensure the people have security, dignity, and prosperity - in times of crisis or otherwise.

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