Boone, Garry
Meet the Candidate
Running For:
State SenatorDistrict:
17Political Affiliation:
DemocratPhone:
(513) 807-8970Endorsements:
Planned Parenthood Advocates of OhioSurvey
Response Legend
- YYes
- NNo
- −Declined to Respond/Undecided, Position Unknown/Unclear
- *Comment
- †Declined to respond, Position based on citation
Question | Response | Comments/Notes |
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1. Should homeless and domestic violence shelters be required to allow biological men who identify as women to share restrooms, washing quarters, and sleeping quarters with female residents? | Y* | If there are objections that can not be resolved, then altered accommodations should be sought. |
2. Should marijuana be legalized for recreational use? | Y | |
3. Should Ohio allow citizens to conceal-carry firearms without a state-issued permit? | N | |
4. Should medical professionals be prohibited from prescribing cross-sex hormones and puberty-blocking drugs to minors for the purpose of "gender transitioning?" | Y* | Any modifications to the body or mind of a young person should not be lightly considered and not left to the decision of any individual. This is a life changing moment and must be a group effort including the individual; any parents; counselors; or any other trusted individuals. |
5. Should Ohio enact a "Backpack Bill," ensuring all parents are eligible for taxpayer-funded scholarships or subsidies for their children to attend the school of their choice, including non-public schools? | N | |
6. Should the death penalty be abolished? | U* | There may be occasions when it is appropriate. |
7. Should abortion be prohibited from the moment of conception? | N* | It is not my place or anyone else's to judge what a female does with her body. |
8. Should cities and other municipalities be prohibited from allowing non-U.S. citizens from voting in local elections? | N | |
9. Should Ohio legalize euthanasia? | U* | Again, what a person does with or to their bodies is not my place to judge. |
10. Should judges be required to consider community safety when setting bail for individuals charged with a crime? | Y |