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Jesus David Mendoza

REPUBLICAN

Jesus David Mendoza is running for Arizona US Representative, District 3, Republican Primary.

Personal background

Jesus David Mendoza is an immigrant from Colombia. He graduated from the University of Connecticut with degrees in political science and human rights and obtained a master's in international business from Grenoble Ecole de Management. He is Christian.

Professional background

Jesus is a software engineer who has also worked as an interim teacher in a public school.

Political background

Jesus David Mendoza's campaign for US Representative in Congressional District 3 is his first run for public office.

Economy

Supports a diversified, resilient, and localized economic base to protect against economic shocks. Supports policies encouraging localized manufacturing, knowledge, and employment.

Believes the nation spends more than it earns and criticizes established powers for benefiting from economic imbalance. Supports fiscal responsibility and warns that current spending habits are unsustainable.

Believes unstable economic policies have led to significant rent increases and economic instability. Criticizes central bank control over supply and demand, stating it undermines the stability of the dollar and harms common people.

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Healthcare

Believes in implementing comprehensive healthcare policies that lower costs and protect individuals with pre-existing conditions. Supports fostering competition among providers, negotiating fair drug prices, and ensuring accessible, affordable, and inclusive healthcare for all Americans.

Believes in prioritizing mental health and well-being by advocating for increased funding for mental health services and facilities.

Supports a federal ban on third-trimester abortions and believes there should be no regulation on abortions before 20 weeks.

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Voting & Elections

Believes government-provided free photo identification (ID) for elections ensures electoral integrity and fairness. Supports offering free photo IDs to prevent voter disenfranchisement and strengthen election security.

Believes banning foreign lobbyists from funding U.S. candidates is essential to protect the integrity of elections and prevent external influence. Supports measures to ensure U.S. candidates prioritize American interests and maintain electoral transparency and sovereignty.

Supports contribution limits to ensure fairness and prevent undue influence in elections.

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Public Safety

Wants to enhance public safety through transparency and accountability by advocating for the widespread use of police body cameras. Supports initiatives that align with principles of transparency, justice, and expertise to foster a safer environment for law enforcement and communities.

Supports using AI technology to ensure police body cameras record only during public interactions, respecting officers' privacy in personal conversations.

Believes in rescheduling marijuana and revising outdated drug policies to focus on public health and harm reduction.

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Education

Prioritizes English language education to empower English language learners (ELLs) with the tools for success. Plans to increase funding and resources for effective language instruction, teacher training, and educational materials.

Wants to expand affordable and diverse preschool options to support families and ensure children's future success. Supports a range of preschool programs, including public, private, and community-based, to meet diverse family needs.

Believes education should prioritize traditional trades, classical education, and advanced sciences to improve quality of life. Supports reassessing current growth-driven policies to enhance community well-being through education.

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Foreign Policy and Immigration

Believes U.S. foreign policy has led to skepticism and eroded trust in American leadership.

Believes foreign policy should balance international cooperation with national sovereignty. Plans to promote peace and address shared global challenges without being overly influenced by other nations.

The candidate's website says, "The global technological arms race poses existential threats to humanity, especially in regards to nuclear weapons, artificial intelligence, and genetic-engineering...We must advocate for responsible technology policies and diplomatic solutions rooted in a deep understanding of both science and human nature."

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Energy & the Environment

Opposes shutting down all oil production and mandating a switch to alternative fuels, calling it "obscenely optimistic." Supports funding reforestation and subsidizing fusion energy research as more pragmatic environmental solutions.

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Endorsements

As of June 19, 2024, Jesus David Mendoza’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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