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Robert Aderholt's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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On The Ballot: Running, Republican for U.S. House (AL) - District 4

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  • "Today, I spoke on the House floor on behalf of the millions of babies aborted since Roe v. Wade. I am unapologetically pro-life, pro-child and pro-family. I pray that we soon see the day that Roe v. Wade is overturned and the sanctity of life is returned to our nation." (x.com)
  • "Half a century after the decision on Roe v. Wade, we celebrate success in the fight for life in a post-Roe world. SCOTUS’ decision on Dobbs v. Jackson was a landmark in the effort to protect the most vulnerable among us. I look forward to strengthening and continuing that effort." (x.com)
  • "Robert has spent over a decade protecting the most vulnerable among us, and he has led efforts to defend life and elevate abortion alternatives. Robert believes that every life is a gift from God and should be celebrated, which is why he has participated in the March for Life, supported a ban on federal health coverage that includes abortion procedures, and fought against using taxpayer dollars to fund abortions both at home and abroad. He has also used his important committee assignments to push for FDA protections for embryos and Pro-Life regulatory efforts. He will not rest until our country is free of abortion practices." (aderholtforcongress.org)
  • Rated 100% by National Right to Life Committee (None)
  • Rated 0% by National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare (None)
  • "I am proud to advocate for saving Social Security and Medicare for today’s seniors while strengthening it for future generations." (x.com)
  • "The President saying Republicans want to cut social security or medicare is just not true." (x.com)
  • Rated 11% by Alliance for Retired Americans (None)
  • "Voted to cut taxes and slashed regulations to bring back American jobs" (aderholtforcongress.org)
  • "Fought for tax cuts that kept more money in the pockets of 4 out of 5 people in his District" (aderholtforcongress.org)
  • "Need proof that the tax cuts Congress passed is working? Ask the 1.5 million people that have new jobs since it passed. Economy is on pace to hit 3% annual growth as businesses expand and create jobs...what a difference a new president can make" (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 1 "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 1 "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Need proof that the tax cuts Congress passed is working? Ask the 1.5 million people that have new jobs since it passed. Economy is on pace to hit 3% annual growth as businesses expand and create jobs...what a difference a new president can make" (x.com)
  • "Voted to cut taxes and slashed regulations to bring back American jobs" (aderholtforcongress.org)
  • Rated 78% by National Taxpayers Union (None)
  • "House Democrats tried to push H.R. 1 through last year. It was a bad bill then and it’s a bad bill now. This legislation will do nothing to restore faith in our elections. Rather, it’s sole aim is to keep liberals in power. This bill is a far cry from being "For The People"." (x.com)
  • Rated 6% by Common Cause (None)
  • Voted against HR 1 "For the People Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 1280 "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "Robert believes defunding police departments is counterproductive and makes our streets more dangerous. Instead, he believes there are effective, commonsense solutions to make policing safer and better for everyone. These include building on current training and hiring programs, improving de-escalation protocols, and reforming data collection processes." (aderholtforcongress.org)
  • "Robert stands with our brave men and women in law enforcement. Robert proudly supports the courageous police officers serving across America. While the far-Left degrades their hard work and threatens to defund them, Robert is committed to defending them." (aderholtforcongress.org)
  • "The bottom line is this: high-crime areas need more law enforcement presence, not less; defunded police departments would make our streets more dangerous, not less; and the brave men and women who keep us safe deserve more respect, not less." (aderholtforcongress.org)
  • "We can not afford to wait for China to act to strengthen our forces and relationships with our allies. Ensuring a strong defense budget year after year allows us to stay ahead of our adversaries." (x.com)
  • "Robert is also proud to represent communities on the cutting edge of American innovation. North Alabama hosts industry leaders in aerospace, defense contracting, rocket engines, manufacturing, and beyond -- all of which contribute to American strength." (aderholtforcongress.org)
  • "The best offense is a robust defense. Now is the time for Congress to increase our military spending to make sure we can respond to all threats. It is not the time for trying to make our military green and woke." (x.com)
  • "Worked and voted to secure an additional $25 billion to bolster our defense budget and is advocating for significant increases in coming years" (aderholtforcongress.org)
  • Voted against HR 3684 "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "Fought against President Biden’s Build Back Better bill - a package of socialist economic provisions that would have weakened America’s economy." (aderholtforcongress.org)
  • "The far left’s out of control spending is ruining our economy. Since January, we’ve seen inflation rise and businesses close every single month. It’s beyond clear that Bidenomics has failed." (x.com)
  • Voted against HR 5376 "Build Back Better Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "Congressman Aderholt released the following statement after Congress approved several Community Project Funding items he requested for the 4th District. Those projects include $725,000.00 the Capstone Rural Health Clinic-Nauvoo and $625,000 for the Sheffield Housing Authority. "One of the most important duties of Congress is to fund the federal government and to make sure those tax dollars are being spent in a responsible manner and going to projects that truly make a difference in the community. These two projects, which I directed funds to, are both perfect examples of tax dollars being spent in a responsible manner that will benefit thousands of people. I was glad to be able to request these funds on behalf of these communities rather than a bureaucrat in Washington, who knows nothing about Alabama, deciding how tax dollars are to be spent here in our district. I look forward to seeing these projects get underway." (None)
  • Voted against HR 8294: "Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related agencies Appropriations Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "One thing we need to hear from Biden tonight is a plan to combat record-high inflation. But I’d be willing to bet his only plan is more spending" (x.com)
  • "Failed liberal policies have led to rising inflation and soaring prices." (x.com)
  • "Inflation reached another record high, and Biden, along with Democrats in Congress, are trying to pass yet another multibillion dollar tax and spend bill. Is it that they can’t learn or they won’t learn?" (x.com)
  • "The far left’s out of control spending is ruining our economy. Since January, we’ve seen inflation rise and businesses close every single month. It’s beyond clear that Bidenomics has failed." (x.com)
  • "The court made the right decision. The HEROES act was never intended to wipe away student loan debt. And it frankly was unfair to the millions of Americans who paid back their loans and those who chose to take up a trade and not go to college." (x.com)
  • Rated 0% by National Education Association (None)
  • "Here are just a few examples of what we could have done with the money Biden recklessly spent forgiving $330 billion worth of student loans." (x.com)
  • Voted against H.R. 5746 "Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Unfortunately, the Democrat leadership seems more interested in shaping the debate for November than solving the real problems that this country is going through today. Among the many concerns with this package is the election mandates. The Democrat pipe dream would lead to widespread voter fraud by allowing ballot harvesting and prohibiting even states from requiring voter Identification." (None)
  • Rated 6% by Common Cause (None)
  • Voted against H.R. 4 "John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)
  • "We are going to need oil and gas for far longer than a decade. Most American's cannot afford an electric car, even with a tax rebate." (x.com)
  • "Robert believes we need common sense energy solutions - not socialist Green New Deal policies." (aderholtforcongress.org)
  • "Today we hit a new record high national average at $4.67 per gallon. We need to return to American energy independence, start producing for ourselves, and get these prices down." (x.com)
  • "While I'm glad we are banning Russian oil, it needs to be replaced with American oil from American soil. We don't need to replace the oil from one dictator with the oil from another dictator." (x.com)
  • "We are going to need oil and gas for far longer than a decade. Most American's cannot afford an electric car, even with a tax rebate." (x.com)
  • "Last night I voted to ban Russian energy imports. This is a good first step in the right direction, now Biden needs to do his part by finishing the Keystone XL pipeline and removing regulations on drilling." (x.com)
  • "Robert believes we need to expand America’s energy exploration and open the Keystone Pipeline to produce more oil and gas and reduce energy prices." (aderholtforcongress.org)
  • "While I'm glad we are banning Russian oil, it needs to be replaced with American oil from American soil. We don't need to replace the oil from one dictator with the oil from another dictator." (x.com)
  • "Throughout his time in Congress, Robert has opposed several attempts to limit our rights -- including by President Obama when he used an executive order to force down gun control measures. On the other hand, Robert has received high grades and endorsements from America's leading gun rights groups. He believes responsible gun ownership is paramount to preserving our freedom." (aderholtforcongress.org)
  • "Robert believes in our Constitutional right to bear arms. He wants you to be able to protect your life, your family and your property. While the far-Left is threatening to confiscate firearms, expand gun control legislation and limit our rights, he won't give in. The Second Amendment protects the American people from government overreach and tyranny -- that must not be diminished." (aderholtforcongress.org)
  • "Supports judges who uphold the Second Amendment" (aderholtforcongress.org)
  • Rated 92% by National Rifle Association (None)
  • "No socialist healthcare, ever!" (x.com)
  • "If you think the way Democrats are waiting on these caucus results tonight are bad, it will pale in comparison to the wait we will all have for healthcare if they get Medicare For All." (x.com)
  • "The D.C. prescription for healthcare that one size fits all is nothing more than a placebo. Obamacare continues to collapse." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 6201 "Families First Coronavirus Response Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act This remedy answers the growing need for paid family and medical leave by providing the maximum amount of flexibility to the Secretary of the Treasury and the Secretary of Labor to be responsive to the needs of those small businesses that are suffering. In order to do so, this approach makes the mandate optional for businesses 50 and under and makes no mandate or credit for businesses larger than 500, because the vast majority of businesses this size already offer paid sick leave. The provision ensures that no business has a liability larger than the credit it receives and also provides the Secretary with the ability to advance resources to small businesses." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against H.R. 6833 "The Affordable Insulin Now Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "I applaud the Supreme Court for protecting these pharmacists and their patients?from these abusive payment practices. With this decision, States are now empowered to protect these small-town pharmacies and their patients by providing drug pricing transparency, increased pharmacy access for patients, improved freedom of choice, and better healthcare for our citizens both during and after the pandemic." (None)
  • Voted against H.R. 3 "Lower Drug Costs Now Act of 2019" (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 100% by Federation for American Immigration Reform (None)
  • "I’m glad to see Governor Ivey is sending troops to protect our border. She and other governors are doing what the Biden Administration refuses to do, defend our border, not just from the flow of illegal immigrants but the fentanyl pouring across, killing our citizens." (x.com)
  • "The crisis at the southern border is very real. Over 170,000 illegal immigrants have crossed the border every month for the past 3 months. These are record numbers. Our Border Czar is finally visiting 93 days later. Maybe now this Administration will take the crisis seriously." (x.com)
  • "Tonight, @realDonaldTrump made clear to the nation the immediate humanitarian crisis that faces our southern border. I share the President’s concerns and fully support funding for the border wall." (x.com)
  • "These are x-ray photos of illegal immigrants being smuggled across the southern border. Human trafficking and drug smuggling at our border continues to intensify as the Biden Administration fails to contain the crisis." (x.com)
  • "I’m glad to see Governor Ivey is sending troops to protect our border. She and other governors are doing what the Biden Administration refuses to do, defend our border, not just from the flow of illegal immigrants but the fentanyl pouring across, killing our citizens." (x.com)
  • "The budget put forward by Democrats is just reckless, and a leftwing smorgasbord. Not only is the amount of money they propose we borrow from our children and grandchildren reckless, but also the way in which they want to use budget tricks to pass it. This budget is full of Green New Deal type programs. It increases the welfare rolls and has no requirements for work. It also includes amnesty for millions of people in the United States illegally. And even though Democrats claim to hate tax cuts, this budget gives one to their wealthy, liberal donors in blue states." (None)
  • Rated 100% by Federation for American Immigration Reform (None)
  • "There is no question that Israel needs our aid and support. There is also no question that we must hold Iran accountable for sponsoring terrorism, including Hamas." (x.com)
  • "Cosponsored legislation to require the U.S. to ban import of Russian oil and gas" (aderholtforcongress.org)
  • "Robert condemns Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and supported an additional $10 billion in arms and material to support Ukraine’s resistance. He also cosponsored and voted to stop all US purchases of Russian oil and gas. He supports increased sanctions on Russian and it’s government officials and prominent individuals connected to Putin’s leadership. He believes in strengthening NATO by requiring all NATO members to increase their defense budgets to a minimum of 2% of their GDP. Robert stands with Eastern European allies like Poland, Romania, Lithuania, Estonia and Latvia and supports increased US forces in those nations to deter Russian aggression." (aderholtforcongress.org)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 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 H.R. 7691 "Making emergency supplemental appropriations for assistance for the situation in Ukraine for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for other purposes." (None)
  • "Robert condemns Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and supported an additional $10 billion in arms and material to support Ukraine’s resistance. He also cosponsored and voted to stop all US purchases of Russian oil and gas. He supports increased sanctions on Russian and it’s government officials and prominent individuals connected to Putin’s leadership. He believes in strengthening NATO by requiring all NATO members to increase their defense budgets to a minimum of 2% of their GDP. Robert stands with Eastern European allies like Poland, Romania, Lithuania, Estonia and Latvia and supports increased US forces in those nations to deter Russian aggression." (aderholtforcongress.org)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 5692 "Ukraine Security Assistance and Oversight Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of S. 3522 "Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act of 2022" (None)
  • "This is a growing problem. How China's TikTok, Facebook influencers push propaganda" (x.com)
  • "Freedom of speech – online and otherwise - is not reserved for one side of the aisle. When Republicans retake the majority in the House, we will pursue rigorous oversight of Big Tech’s disgraceful censorship of conservative speech and their collusion with progressive Democrats." (x.com)

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