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Jim DeMint
Jim DeMint Congressional Service
Jim DeMint is a retired United States Congressman for the state of South Carolina. James served as a Senator for the state of South Carolina and served a total of 7 terms in congress.
Jim DeMint participated in over 65 voting sessions, sponsored over 753 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 1280 individual bills.
Stance on Important Issues
Economy
Extremely conservativeJames DeMint strongly supports free-market economics, advocating for tax cuts, reduced government spending, and deregulation. He believes these measures promote economic growth and job creation.
Agriculture
ConservativeDeMint has favored reducing subsidies and government intervention in agriculture, supporting a market-driven approach to farming and rural economies.
Immigration
Extremely conservativeHe is known for advocating strict immigration policies, including stronger border security and enforcing existing immigration laws.
Education
Extremely conservativeDeMint supports school choice initiatives, such as charter schools and vouchers, and opposes federal involvement in education, advocating for local control.
Energy
Extremely conservativeHe favors increasing domestic energy production, particularly fossil fuels, and reducing regulations on energy companies to boost economic growth.
Climate change
Extremely conservativeDeMint has expressed skepticism about climate change, opposing regulatory measures to curb emissions that he believes could harm economic growth.
Healthcare
Extremely conservativeDeMint has been a vocal opponent of the Affordable Care Act, advocating for its repeal and promoting market-based solutions to healthcare access.
Housing
ConservativeHe supports reducing government involvement in the housing market, advocating for free-market solutions and opposing bailouts for failing financial institutions.
Transportation
ConservativeDeMint has typically supported privatization and reduced federal control over transportation infrastructure, emphasizing state and local decision-making.
Veterans affairs
ConservativeHe has advocated for improving veterans' care through increased efficiency and accountability within the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Voting rights
Extremely conservativeDeMint has supported measures to require voter ID laws, arguing they prevent fraud and ensure election integrity.