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Mark Finchem

Arizona State Senate - District 1

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Defense / Veterans I will uphold Arizona’s sovereignty and put our people first. The border crisis needs urgent action. We need to secure the Arizona border and finish the Arizona border wall, outlaw Sanctuary Cities, deport criminal aliens, and make sure the only immigration coming here is legal immigration. Environment / Energy I support expanding affordable energy sources, including oil, gas, and coal, to create jobs and lower energy costs for American families. Energy independence is key to our national security and economic stability. Criminal Justice / Public Safety I stand with law enforcement. Let’s give our officers the resources, equipment, and personnel to keep every Arizonan safe. They consistently risk their lives for our protection and deserve our unwavering support. Our veterans, who have selflessly served our nation, deserve top-tier support systems. I am dedicated to coming up with innovative solutions to ensure their well-being and that of their families. Abortion / Contraception Life, born and unborn, is precious. Life begins at conception, and our legal framework should shield the defenseless. Taxes / Budget As your State Senator, I’ll work to bring new business here to the district and create more jobs by cutting back regulations and making it easier for businesses to operate, and lowering taxes on Arizona families so that your paycheck goes to your family, not the State. Economy I will support our farmers and ranchers, recognizing their vital role in feeding America and sustaining our economy. They are the backbone of our food supply, and I will advocate for policies that help them thrive. Foreign Policy I stand with our ally Israel, supporting their right to defend themselves and maintain their sovereignty. A strong Israel is crucial for peace and stability in the Middle East. Guns I will always protect Arizonans’ right to keep and bear arms, and vote against any legislation that tries to restrict your rights. I’ll hold the line against red flag gun confiscation, gun bans, and any other gun grabbing schemes. Infrastructure / Transportation The Arizona Audit proved we need comprehensive election reforms, and there’s still a long way to go. Paper ballots, currency-grade security, ending ballot drop boxes, and cleaning the voter rolls are all priorities of mine for the Arizona Senate. Healthcare I’ll work to lower prescription drug prices, mandate transparent billing where you know what you’re paying for, and diversify healthcare choices by allowing competition in the healthcare industry. As your State Senator, I’ll defend your right to healthcare freedom — meaning no mandates. Education Education funding needs to go to the classroom, not the administrators. I will work to reduce teacher-student ratios, hire skilled teachers, get woke propaganda out of our schools, and make sure parents have a say in education. Civil Rights I will fight to protect the integrity of women’s sports, ensuring fair competition for female athletes. Men should never be allowed to participate in women’s sports, because girls and women deserve the opportunity to compete on a level playing field. Drug Policy I am committed to stopping the flow of drugs from cartels into our country. We must protect our citizens from the dangers of illegal drugs and the crime that comes with them. Environment / Energy I believe in defending the rights of parents to make decisions about their children’s education and upbringing. Parents should have a strong voice in their children’s lives, and I will work to protect that right. Criminal Justice / Public Safety I support measures to ensure checks and balances, preventing any one branch from usurping power. By fostering a judicial system that adheres strictly to its constitutionally defined role, we can maintain the delicate balance of our democratic institutions. Environment / Energy I support protecting land and water property rights from government intrusion and overreach. They are essential to safeguard individual liberties and promote personal responsibility. Limited government interference ensures that property owners can make autonomous decisions, fosters economic prosperity through private investment, and encourages environmental conservation by allowing responsible stewardship of natural resources.

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