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Joyce Beatty's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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On The Ballot: Running, Democratic for U.S. House (OH) - District 3

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  • Voted in favor of HR 8296: "Women's Health Protection Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • "50 years ago today, Roe v. Wade established a woman’s right to choose. When the Supreme Court overturned that decision in June, the impact was swift and devastating – especially for women of color. I will never stop fighting until our rights and freedoms are fully restored." (x.com)
  • Rated 100% by Planned Parenthood Action Fund (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 8297: "Ensuring Access to Abortion Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 100% by Alliance for Retired Americans (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "#DidYouKnow the average Social Security recipient gets $1,400 per month? Makes it tough for seniors to afford groceries, bills, healthcare, Rx + everything else. That's why I am fighting to #ExpandSocialSecurity!" (x.com)
  • "It’s been 50 years since Congress enhanced the #SocialSecurity benefits 105k+ #OH03 residents count on. It’s time to expand and enhance benefits for the most vulnerable members of our communities. It’s time to #Secure2100!" (x.com)
  • Rated 100% by National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 5% by National Tax Limitation Committee (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Gender & racial wealth gaps in the U.S. put women & people of color at a disadvantage. For every $1 of wealth owned by a single white man, single Black women & single Latinas own 9 cents! #TaxtheRich & make them pay their fair share so all families can thrive! " (x.com)
  • "How can Kevin McCarthy lecture us about fiscal responsibility with a straight face? The GOP Tax Scam added approximately two trillion dollars to the national debt. #BuildBackBetter reduces the deficit and delivers #ForThePeople. Sit down @GOPLeader." (x.com)
  • Voted against HR 1 "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 5% by National Tax Limitation Committee (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Gender & racial wealth gaps in the U.S. put women & people of color at a disadvantage. For every $1 of wealth owned by a single white man, single Black women & single Latinas own 9 cents! #TaxtheRich & make them pay their fair share so all families can thrive! " (x.com)
  • "Republicans passed a $1.5 trillion tax cut for the super wealthy on a simple majority, yet they have a huge issue with Democrats delivering real COVID-19 relief real fast for hardworking American families and small businesses? #Priorities" (x.com)
  • Voted against HR 1 "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 100% by Common Cause (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Proud to get an 'A' on 2019 @StopBigMoney Scorecard. On 10th anniversary of #CitizensUnited, I'm committed to getting dark money out of elections & protecting voter rights." (x.com)
  • Rated 95% by End Citizens United (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1: "For the People Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1280 "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "I am voting for accountability, transparency & justice. I am voting YES for the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicingAct." (x.com)
  • "Standing with George Floyd’s family to demand accountability, transparency, and justice. We urge the Senate to pass the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicingAct!" (x.com)
  • "We must meet the moment and move from agony to action. We must pass the George Floyd #JusticeInPolicingAct." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 4350: "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • "I voted against the NDAA because of the harmful budgets cuts to our @DeptofDefense and @DLAMIL" (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 2670: "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 7900: "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 2: "Moving Forward Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Federal investments are vital for our working families here in Ohio. While Republicans push for devastating cuts, Democrats are fighting to lower costs, create jobs, and put people over politics." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1319 "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5376 "Inflation Reduction Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • "VOTE ALERT: my affordable housing bill is on the House floor today! Strong bipartisan bill will help more families realize American Dream of homeownership in a financially responsible way." (x.com)
  • "Affordable housing in our communities should be a right, not a privilege. Today, I had the honor of joining @SecFudge @SenSherrodBrown @SecRaimondo and @MayorGinther for the announcement of @POTUS’s Housing Supply Action Plan." (x.com)
  • "Affordable housing is infrastructure! Pass it on." (x.com)
  • "You need to make $18+/hour to afford a modest two-bedroom apartment in #OH03. More MUST be done to address housing $$$!" (x.com)
  • "Rising prices are squeezing too many families. With the historic Inflation Reduction Act, Democrats are lowering drug prices, energy costs, and health insurance premiums for you. #PeopleOverPolitics" (x.com)
  • "For too long, affordable health care has been out of reach for many working families. That’s why I voted to pass the Inflation Reduction Act to lower health insurance premiums and help working people breathe easier. #PeopleOverPolitics" (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 7688: "Consumer Fuel Price Gouging Prevention Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5376 "Inflation Reduction Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • "We shouldn’t deny borrowers access to student loan debt relief. #CancelStudentDebt" (x.com)
  • "The $1.7 trillion student loan debt crisis is a racial & economic justice issue disproportionately impacting Black communities nationwide. @TheBlackCaucus is calling on the Biden Administration to implement broad-based student loan debt cancellation by executive action." (x.com)
  • "Thanks to @JoeBiden, 550k+ teachers, firefighters, & other public servants will have some or all of their student loan debt erased. But we can do more. It’s time to create pathways to affordable, debt-free education to train the workforce of tomorrow & help us #BuildBackBetter." (x.com)
  • "By forgiving up to $20,000 in burdensome student loan debt, President Biden is giving working and middle class families the financial breathing room the desperately need." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5746 "Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "#MLK knew that our right to vote defends our rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Today, we seize the opportunity for justice that lays before us and continue our push for voting rights protections for all Americans." (x.com)
  • Rated 100% by Common Cause (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 4: "John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 4447: "Expanding Access to Sustainable Energy Act of 2019" (votesmart.org)
  • "I’m proud to join my Democratic climate leaders in sponsoring the 100% Clean Economy Act! 2019 is on pace to be one of the hottest years on record, and we MUST begin the transition to a 100% green American economy today! #ForThePeople" (x.com)
  • Rated 95% by League of Conservation Voters (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 9: "Climate Action Now Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1146: "Arctic Cultural and Coastal Plain Protection Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "I’m proud to join my Democratic climate leaders in sponsoring the 100% Clean Economy Act! 2019 is on pace to be one of the hottest years on record, and we MUST begin the transition to a 100% green American economy today! #ForThePeople" (x.com)
  • Rated 0% by American Energy Alliance (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1941: "Coastal and Marine Economies Protection Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1446: "Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)
  • "The trauma and fear of gun violence that our children face is unacceptable. They’re done with our thoughts and prayers, and so are we. This week, @HouseDemocrats will act on key legislation to close loopholes, restrict access to military-style weapons, and keep our children safe." (x.com)
  • Rated 0% by Gun Owners of America (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1808: "Assault Weapons Ban of 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • "THIS JUST IN: While the @WhiteHouse is busy trying to strip protections for pre-existing conditions & gut healthcare coverage for 20 million Americans, @HouseDemocrats pass bill to expand & strengthen healthcare." (x.com)
  • "#HealthForAll is a fundamental human right. I’m proud to fight in Congress to ensure every person in this nation has access to affordable healthcare." (x.com)
  • "Healthcare is a right NOT a privilege." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1425: "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6201 "Families First Coronavirus Response Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "It's loooooong past time. We need #PaidLeave--and COVID-19 further proved it!" (x.com)
  • "Paid family leave would be life-changing for 1,400,000+ Ohioans who provide care for a family member, especially Black women who are more likely to provide care, but less likely to have access to paid leave. That’s why we need #PaidFamilyLeave now!" (x.com)
  • "Universal #PaidLeave has the potential to save jobs and boost our economy. To #BuildBackBetter, we need to seize this once-in-a-generation opportunity and guarantee #PaidLeaveForAll!" (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6833 "The Affordable Insulin Now Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "For too long, affordable health care has been out of reach for many working families. That’s why I voted to pass the Inflation Reduction Act to lower health insurance premiums and help working people breathe easier. #PeopleOverPolitics" (x.com)
  • "Rising prices are squeezing too many families. With the historic Inflation Reduction Act, Democrats are lowering drug prices, energy costs, and health insurance premiums for you. #PeopleOverPolitics" (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 3 "Lower Drug Costs Now Act of 2019" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 2: "Secure the Border Act of 2023" (votesmart.org)
  • "Despite @realDonaldTrump’s assertion of a crisis at the border, the fact is that border-crossing arrests are at historic lows. @POTUS only wants a ‘win,’ even though this core campaign promise was so soundly rebuked in the November elections. #TrumpAddress" (x.com)
  • Rated 14% by NumbersUSA (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 5525: "Continuing Appropriations and Border Security Enhancement Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 14% by NumbersUSA (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "#DACA is a lifeline, but it's a temporary solution to a long term problem. On its 10th anniversary, we recognize the resilience of #DREAMers and reiterate our calls for a clear pathway to citizenship & ensure that all DACA recipients know that #HomeIsHere." (x.com)
  • "This week, we've witnessed some of the most deplorable, unspeakable abuses of Haitian migrants seeking asylum at our border. @TheBlackCaucus is demanding answers & policy changes to ensure America remains a beacon of hope for refugees. Asylum is and always will be a human right." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6: "American Dream and Promise Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6968: "Suspending Energy Imports from Russia Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "In today's subcommittee hearing, I emphasized the importance of pairing sanctions with critical aid to support allies like Ukraine. In navigating various global crises, we must employ a multilateral approach, leveraging the breadth of national security tools at our disposal" (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5692: "Ukraine Security Assistance and Oversight Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 7108: "Suspending Normal Trade Relations with Russia and Belarus Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 7691: "Making emergency supplemental appropriations for assistance for the situation in Ukraine for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for other purposes." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5692: "Ukraine Security Assistance and Oversight Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6833: "Continuing Appropriations and Ukraine Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2023" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of S3522: "Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • "@Facebook has community standards against hate speech & language to incite violence for political figures. Yet, political campaigns are allowed to run ads that perpetuate #FakeNews. @FSCDems want to know why!" (x.com)
  • "Here we go again! MORE claims of discrimination by @facebook!" (x.com)
  • "FACT: 33% of world's population uses @Facebook products. We want answers about their plans to create a cryptocurency. Poses serious privacy, diversity, nat'l security, financial stability & monetary concerns." (x.com)
  • "If Mark Zuckerberg is going to talk the talk about fighting discrimination, @Facebook needs to walk the walk." (x.com)
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.
Pro-choice Do you generally support pro-choice or pro-life legislation?
I am an advocate for allowing a woman to have the right to make her own choices about her body versus government.
Yes In order to balance the budget, do you support an income tax increase on any tax bracket?
Yes In order to balance the budget, do you support reducing defense spending?
I support the top one percent of income earners having an increase to balance the budget I support funding our military but would not be opposed to using unspent military dollars to balance the budget services to aid our children, citizens and seniors.
Yes Do you support the regulation of indirect campaign contributions from corporations and unions?
Yes Do you support federal spending as a means of promoting economic growth?
No Do you support lowering corporate taxes as a means of promoting economic growth?
This administration has already greatly lowered corporate taxes--and certainly more than individual tax rates.
No Do you support requiring states to adopt federal education standards?
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?
Yes Do you generally support gun-control legislation?
No Do you support repealing the 2010 Affordable Care Act ("Obamacare")?
No Do you support the construction of a wall along the Mexican border?
No Do you support requiring immigrants who are unlawfully present to return to their country of origin before they are eligible for citizenship?
No Do you support the legalization of marijuana for recreational purposes?
Yes Should the United States use military force in order to prevent governments hostile to the U.S. from possessing a nuclear weapon?
No Do you support increased American intervention in Middle Eastern conflicts beyond air support?
I support military force only when absolutely necessary.
--Establishing common sense gun safety laws to protect citizens and communities --Increasing Economic Development and workforce development --Healthcare and healthy communities

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