Helen Delich Bentley

Helen Bentley supported policies favoring deregulation and tax cuts to stimulate economic growth, and was an advocate for strengthening the manufacturing sector.

Bentley focused on promoting domestic agricultural markets and opposed excessive regulatory measures on farmers, aiming to protect their economic interests.

Bentley opposed illegal immigration and supported strict enforcement of immigration laws, advocating for strong border security measures.

Bentley supported local control over educational standards and favored school choice options, including charter schools.

She was a proponent of expanding domestic energy production, including oil and natural gas exploration, to reduce dependence on foreign sources.

Bentley was skeptical of regulatory approaches to addressing climate change, focusing more on economic impact than environmental regulations.

Bentley opposed government-run healthcare systems and sought to reduce federal involvement in healthcare, favoring market-based solutions.

Her stance on housing involved reducing government intervention in housing markets and promoting private sector solutions.

Bentley supported infrastructure development, particularly focusing on enhancing port and maritime infrastructure, reflecting her background in maritime industries.

Bentley advocated for increased support and improved services for veterans, emphasizing efficient VA operations and accountability.

Her stance on voting rights included supporting measures to ensure election integrity, often aligning with stricter voting regulations.