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Paul Gosar

REPUBLICAN

Paul Gosar is running for Arizona US Representative, District 9.

Personal background

Paul is originally from Pinedale, Wyoming. He earned his bachelor's degree and his doctorate in dental surgery from Creighton University. He and his wife Maude have 3 children.

Professional background

Paul previously workd as a dentist at Dr. Paul A. Gosar Dentistry.

Political background

Paul Gosar is currently US Representative in Congressional District 9. He was elected in 2010 and is serving his seventh term. He is the chair of the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations for 2023-2024.

Economy

Wants to create more jobs by "repealing burdensome regulations and fostering an environment for economic growth."

Advocates for eliminating taxes on social security benefits.

Supports a balanced budget amendment, which would ensure states cannot spend more than its income.

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Healthcare

Opposes abortion.

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Voting & Elections

Cosponsored House Bill 192, which prohibit non-US citizens from voting in the District of Columbia

Said, "We must stand united to protect our republic. Our elections must be free, fair, and secure—guaranteeing the people's voice is heard."

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Public Safety

Sponsored House Bill 1212, which proposes the death penalty, imprisonment, or lifetime imprisonment for those who manufacture or distribute fentanyl and it leads to death.

Said, "I oppose efforts to create a national gun registry and other anti-gun legislation that erodes our gun rights."

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Education

Cosponspored House Bill 899, which would stop and end the Department of Education.

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Foreign Policy and Immigration

Opposes funding cuts on military spending to increase the budget on other programs.

Wants to reduce undocumented immigration and supports "President Trump’s border wall."

Opposes aid to Ukraine.

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Energy & the Environment

Said, "I'm committed to ensuring our nation's self-sufficiency and security. Let's harness the power of innovation and prioritize domestic energy production to fuel our prosperity and protect our interests."

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