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Jeff Zink
REPUBLICAN
Jeff Zink is running for Arizona US Representative, District 3.
Personal background
Jeff is from Phillips, TX. He earned his bachelor's degree in kinesiology and exercise science from Midwestern State University and his master's degree in sports medicine from the United States Sports Academy. He lives in Phoenix with his family.
Professional background
Jeff has worked as a curriculum developer at Grand Canyon University, an NCAA basketball official, and an ordained minister.
Political background
Jeff Zink ran for state representative of District 3 in 2022, but did not win.
Economy
Believes in reducing regulations on small businesses and ending "special handouts, tax breaks, and bailouts" for large corporations.
Said, "I believe in policies that put the American worker first. We should be... proactive in encouraging American-made products and services be made in America!"
Said, "First and foremost, what I want to do is to stop government spending. Inflation is the direct result of overspending and overprinting money for America. We need to stop that."
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Healthcare
Said, "Let’s keep the federal government completely out of healthcare. They’re not doctors. They’re not somebody there. That should be between the patient and the doctor."
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Voting & Elections
Said, "I think that it is time for term limits. In Congress, we should have four terms, which is eight years, the same amount of time as our President has in office."
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Public Safety
Believes the fentanyl crisis requires a multifaceted approach, including public health, law enforcement collaboration, and community engagement.
Believes the Phoenix Police Department needs community support and adequate funding, saying, "Policies established that put our officers at risk... can no longer be tolerated."
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Education
Supports providing options in private, charter, or public district schools and ensuring families have access to quality education.
Supports homeschooling and online schooling opportunities.
Advocated for 2022's House Bill (HB) 2002, requiring civics education in Arizonan high schools.
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Foreign Policy and Immigration
Believes veterans discharged under conditions other than dishonorable should qualify for VA health care benefits and supports including Reserve and National Guard members in VA health care eligibility.
Supports assisting veterans with aid and attendance applications, disability claims, compensation and pension claims, and death benefits.
Believes in ensuring veterans have access to safe, affordable housing.
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Energy & the Environment
Supports negotiating for new water reservoirs and investing in desalination to ensure future water security.
Said "Despite the never ending sunshine Arizona has, we cannot rely solely on the electrical grid for the security of our State. With technological advances, we can find other ways to expand our resources without damaging our environment."
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Endorsements
As of September 17, 2024, Jeff Zink’s website did not contain information on this issue.
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