Shawn Mickelonis
Candidate for State Senate · District 4 · Republican
Shawn MickelonisR
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Not a Socialist
27.3%
3 of 11 answers
answered 11 of 11
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By issue area
- Raise Taxes to Expand GovernmentFrom the Economic Democracy section of the DSA program0%0/3
- Grow the State BudgetFrom the Economic Democracy section of the DSA program50%1/2
- Defend the Public School MonopolyFrom the Freedom To Flourish section of the DSA program33.3%1/3
- Green New Deal Energy MandatesFrom the Green New Deal section of the DSA program100%1/1
- Gender Identity Over Biological SexFrom the Feminism For All section of the DSA program0%0/1
- Loosen Voter Eligibility RulesFrom the Democracy For All section of the DSA program0%0/1
Every answer that counted (11)
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| Question | Their answer | Aligned answer | Counted as |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broad-based income taxShould NH add an income tax on earned income?Raise Taxes to Expand Government · Economic Democracy | Against | For | Not aligned |
| Interest and Dividends taxShould New Hampshire reinstate the interest and dividends tax?Raise Taxes to Expand Government · Economic Democracy | Against | For | Not aligned |
| Business tax decreaseShould New Hampshire lower business taxes?Raise Taxes to Expand Government · Economic Democracy | For | Against | Not aligned |
| Fund the Office of the Child AdvocateShould New Hampshire restore funding for the Office of the Child Advocate?Grow the State Budget · Economic Democracy"Yes. Protecting children should be a priority, and New Hampshire must ensure that systems designed to safeguard vulnerable children are effective, accountable, and properly monitored. I support restoring funding for the Office of the Child Advocate with appropriate oversight, transparency, and clear performance expectations. Government programs must be accountable to taxpayers, but when it comes to protecting children from abuse, neglect, or failures within our systems, we have a responsibility to make sure proper safeguards are in place. Strong oversight, collaboration with families, and accountability within child protection services should remain a priority." | For | For | Aligned |
| School district tax cap mandateShould state law cap how much local school districts can increase their budget each year?Grow the State Budget · Economic Democracy"I support establishing reasonable limits on annual school district budget increases to help protect taxpayers from rapidly rising property taxes. Any tax cap should allow flexibility for extraordinary circumstances, such as significant enrollment changes, public safety needs, or emergencies, while requiring transparency and voter approval for spending beyond the cap. School districts should be encouraged to prioritize efficient use of taxpayer dollars, eliminate waste where possible, and focus resources on improving student achievement. Taxpayers deserve predictable budgeting, greater accountability, and meaningful oversight of local spending." | For | Against | Not aligned |
| "Education Freedom Account" programDo you support the “Education Freedom Account” program, which gives students access to the per-pupil share of state school funding to spend on private school or home school expenses?Defend the Public School Monopoly · Freedom To Flourish"I support the Education Freedom Account (EFA) program because parents - not government - should have the primary responsibility for deciding what educational environment is best for their children. Every student learns differently, and families should have the flexibility to choose public, charter, private, homeschool, or other approved educational options. I also believe the program should include strong accountability, transparency, and responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars. Expanding educational opportunity while maintaining fiscal responsibility gives families more choices and encourages all schools to improve student outcomes." | For | Against | Not aligned |
| Public school open enrollment with limitsShould New Hampshire allow at least 10% of students in each school district to enroll in a different public school, regardless of where they live?Defend the Public School Monopoly · Freedom To Flourish"I support a limited public school open enrollment system that allows families greater educational choice while preserving local control. Allowing up to 10% of students to attend a different public school can help students access programs that better meet their academic, vocational, or personal needs. Any open enrollment policy should be subject to available capacity, should not create unfunded mandates for local districts, and should ensure that receiving schools are not overcrowded. Parents deserve options, and healthy competition can encourage innovation and improved outcomes across New Hampshire's public schools while respecting taxpayers and local communities." | For | Against | Not aligned |
| Majority of public school funding through local property taxesDo you support New Hampshire’s current system of public school funding, with about two-thirds of total funding coming from local property taxes?Defend the Public School Monopoly · Freedom To Flourish"While I strongly support local control of our schools, I do not support a funding system that places such a heavy burden on local property taxpayers. New Hampshire homeowners pay some of the highest property taxes in the country, and the current system creates significant disparities between communities. The state has a constitutional responsibility to provide an adequate education. I support reforming school funding to reduce reliance on local property taxes, increase efficiency and accountability, and ensure taxpayer dollars are spent wisely. Any changes should protect local decision-making while providing meaningful property tax relief for New Hampshire families and seniors." | Against | Against | Aligned |
| Expand net metering opportunitiesDo you support legislation to expand the net energy metering system capacity cap from 1 MW to 5 MW for all residential and commercial customers in New Hampshire?Green New Deal Energy Mandates · Green New Deal"Yes, provided it is implemented in a way that benefits ratepayers and does not unfairly shift costs onto other electric customers. I support expanding opportunities for homeowners, businesses, farms, municipalities, and nonprofits to generate their own electricity and reduce their energy costs through net metering. Any expansion should include regular oversight to ensure the program remains fiscally responsible, protects grid reliability, and provides a fair balance between encouraging private investment in energy generation and keeping electricity affordable for all New Hampshire residents. My priority is lowering energy costs while promoting innovation, competition, and consumer choice - not creating new mandates or unnecessary subsidies." | For | For | Aligned |
| Allow segregation based on biological sexShould New Hampshire’s anti-discrimination law allow segregation based on biological sex in some settings, such as bathrooms and locker rooms?Gender Identity Over Biological Sex · Feminism For All"Yes. I believe certain sex-separated spaces, including bathrooms, locker rooms, and changing areas, should be based on biological sex to protect privacy, safety, and individual dignity. Men and women should have access to facilities that correspond with their biological sex, particularly in settings involving undressing, changing, or vulnerable populations such as children. I support treating every person with respect and ensuring that private, individual-use options are available when appropriate. Public policy should balance the rights and dignity of all individuals while recognizing the importance of privacy in certain shared spaces." | For | Against | Not aligned |
| Proof of citizenship for newly registered votersShould New Hampshire require new voters to provide proof of U.S. citizenship, such as a birth certificate or passport, when registering to vote?Loosen Voter Eligibility Rules · Democracy For All"Yes. I support requiring proof of U.S. citizenship when newly registering to vote. Voting is a fundamental right reserved for American citizens, and reasonable safeguards should be in place to protect the integrity of our elections and maintain public confidence in the process. The requirement should be implemented in a fair and accessible way so that eligible citizens are not unnecessarily prevented from registering. The goal is simple: ensure that every legal vote counts and that our elections remain secure, transparent, and trusted by New Hampshire voters." | For | Against | Not aligned |
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