Rand Armstrong

Meet the Candidate

Running For:
Board of Supervisors
District:
District 4
Political Affiliation:
Libertarian
Phone:
928-771-1664
Age:
55
Occupation:
Construction
Statement:
I grew up in Prescott and have owned and operated a business in Yavapai County for more than 25 years. I have earned a decent living from the growth and opportunities that this county has provided. I feel it is time that I try to repay to the people of Yavapai County with some of what I have learned along the way. I will listen to what my constituents want and not blindly impose my own will over their wishes. I believe it is essential for an elected official to always remember that the tax payers are the ones they serve.

Survey

Response Legend

  • SSupports
  • OOpposes
  • *Comment
  • −Declined to respond
  • †Declined to respond, Position based on citation

Question Response Comments/Notes
1. Denying federal funding to “sanctuary cities” that do not comply with federal immigration laws O* The withholding of Federal funds should not be dependent upon whether or not a state complies with ANY Federal law.
2. Allowing all parents to use tax credits, vouchers, or education savings accounts to enable children to attend any public, charter, private, homeschool, or online academy S* Parents should have control of and responsibility for all funds expended for their children’s education.
3. Expanding background checks to include guns purchased from private individuals O* The right to possess firearms is clearly stated in the U.S. Constitution.
4. Using taxpayer funds to support any organization that provides, promotes, or provides referrals for abortion O* No public tax revenue should be used to fund any private industry.
5. Prohibiting abortion except when it is necessary to prevent the death of the mother O* I believe that government should be kept out of the matter, leaving the question to each person for their conscientious consideration.
6. Providing tax breaks to certain industries over others O* Taxpayers should never be forced to fund private development.
7. Adding “sexual orientation,” “gender identity,” or “gender expression” to the protected classes of race, religion, age, sex, and ancestry in nondiscrimination ordinances S* It is the states duty to protect the rights of every person equally.
8. Protecting a parent's right to seek professional counseling for their minor child with same-sex attraction or gender identity issues to help them reach their desired outcome S* Unless there is evidence of physical or mental abuse or neglect the state should not interfere with a parents right to raise their children.
9. Setting minimum wages above the state minimum wage O* All efforts by government to redistribute wealth are improper in a free society.
10. Protecting individuals and businesses from being required to use their artistic expression in a manner that violates their conscience S* Individuals are inherently free to make choices for themselves and must accept responsibility for the consequences of the choices they make.