NameDenice Gary-Pandol
What office are you running for?United States Senate
County, District/TownshipBakersfield
Address7504 Petris Ave
Bakersfield, California 93308-5335
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Phone(661) 747-1829
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Are you currently the officeholder and seeking re-election?No
Is this your first time running for office?Yes
Election Date03/05/2024
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1. What inspired you to run for public office, and what positive changes do you hope to bring to your district/state if elected?

Much prayer and the tremendous decline in our nation's security, including the invasion taking place on our southern border, our woke educational institutions, the overregulated economy, and the overregulation of every industry across America, the damage being done to our energy sector which has lead to inflation, the lack of water infrastructure that has resulted in food shortages, as well as the lack of production of medicines in America that has lead to shortages in antibiotics and chemotherapy drugs for cancer patients.
My background includes advanced degrees in Political Science/International Relations. I have also had top secret clearances for purposes of research and writing on national security issues, particularly those concerns regarding Islamic terrorism and the Middle East for a think tank, and have worked as an educator, speaker, and writer on these issues.
The strength of America is rooted in our Judeo-Christian values, freedom, a free market economy, and national security policies that keep America FIRST - both domestically and in the foreign policy arena. Under Democrats in the United States Senate and the White House, the American people, our economy, and security are not put FIRST. And through social engineering in the public schools, instruction in transgenderism and critical race theory have been allowed to continue. It must end. It must be made illegal and school choice is NEEDED NOW. Emphasis on sexual identity in schools is leading to increases in depression, anxiety, and suicide in our young people. Education is also a national security issue. If the next generation is no longer competitive on the international stage in the areas of science, technology, engineering, mathematics, reading, and writing, the United States will not be able to compete in critical areas needed to maintain our standing as a superpower and thereby maintain our security.
We must make California Great Again and America Great Again - and always put America FIRST!

2. Can you share the three most important issues facing your district/state, and how do you envision working collaboratively to find solutions that benefit everyone?

Lack of water infrastructure for farmers and ranchers.
Destruction of the oil, gas, coal, and nuclear facilities for dependable, clean cheap energy.
Invasion of America's border.
I will work collaboratively with other United States Senators who are conservative such as Ted Cruz, Tom Cotton, Marsha Blackburn, Mike Lee, Tommy Tuberville, etc., to make sure our laws are enforced and pass additional legislation to create the water infrastructure badly needed in California, make human trafficking a crime punishable by death, protect and expand the fossil fuel industry and deregulate all industries across the board, which will end inflation, get rid of the Board of Education, and cut taxes.

3. Would you support or oppose implementing specific policies to promote fiscal responsibility and reduce government spending at the federal level, while also addressing the national debt and ensuring a sustainable economic future for the country?Support
4. In the context of the Bill of Rights, do you support or oppose safeguarding and upholding individual liberties, such as the right to bear arms and freedom of speech, when confronted with potential challenges?Support
5. Do you support or oppose strengthening our border security using physical barriers, technology and personnel while enacting comprehensive measures to effectively address illegal immigration, particularly as it relates to human trafficking?Support
6. Considering the ongoing debates on the environment, would you support or oppose balancing economic growth and environmental protection in your approach to environmental policies?Support
7. Do you support and advocate for religious freedom as a fundamental right for all citizens in our nation?Yes
8. Do you believe parental rights are fundamental?Yes
9. Given the issues concerning open borders, border security, and drugs (like fentanyl), do you endorse the classification of Mexican cartels as a terrorist organization and recognize them as a significant national security threat to the United States?Yes
10. In the context of putting America First and upholding the Constitution’s supremacy over external entities, do you believe selling influence to foreign entities should be considered a high crime or misdemeanor?Yes
11. Do you believe the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives are important and necessary?No
12. Would you support or oppose addressing the issue of illegal immigration in the state and proposing measures to enforce immigration laws and enhance border security?Support