ENDORSED- Virginia Foxx (R), Congress, NC Dist 5 (Open Seat)

Americans for Legal Immigration PAC Candidate Questionnaire


Campaign & Candidate Information

Name of Candidate: Dr. Virginia Foxx

Name of Campaign Committee: Virginia Foxx for Congress

Mailing Address: 11468 Hwy 105 South - Banner Elk, NC 28604

Phone Contact Information: (828) 963-5829 and (828) 963-9507

Campaign E-mail and website: virginiafoxx@charter.net, www.virginiafoxx.com

State and District: North Carolina’s Fifth District

Political Party: Republican

Is the candidate (Incumbent, Challenger, Open Seat): Open Seat

Campaign Funds Raised (as of most recent reporting cycle): $ 1,050,000

This form completed by: Virginia Foxx

Candidate Background Information

Prior political or campaign experience: North Carolina Senate, 1995-present; Deputy Secretary for Management in the Department of Administration, 1985-1987; Watauga County Board of Education, 1976-1988

Top Campaign Issues:

1. Homeland Security. I pledge 100 percent effort to winning the war on terror, protecting our borders, stopping illegal aliens, and bringing home our troops as victorious champions of democracy.

2. Affordable Healthcare. I want to make health care affordable to every American though much needed reform rather than a government sponsored program.

3. Family Values. I will be an unquestionable advocate for traditional family values (pro-life, traditional marriage, and keeping God in our teachings and traditions.)


Education, Awards & Honors:

Ed.D. in Curriculum and Teaching/Higher Education, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro; M.A.C.T in Sociology, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; A.B. in English, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Dr. Foxx is the recipient of several state and national awards. Among those awards are Outstanding Public Official Award, The North Carolina Christmas Tree Association, Honorary Member of the Catawba Chapter of the Retired Officers Association, The Alan Keith-Lucas Friend of Children Award, the highest honor granted by the North Carolina Child Care Association, 2002; Contributions to Sociology Award, North Carolina Sociological Association, 2002; Roosevelt Global Leadership Institute, 2001; Guardian of Small Businesses Award, National Federation of Independent Businesses, 2000; and 2000 Flemming Fellowship. In 1994, Dr. Foxx received the N.C. Carpathian Award; in 1993, she was awarded the Distinguished Fundraising Award by the YMCA of the USA/South Field and became one of 16 people appointed by the Governor to the N.C. Partnership for Children. In 1992 received the Order of the Long Leaf Pine from Governor Jim Martin. It is among the most prestigious awards given by the governor. In 1990, she received the N.C. Distinguished Women's Award and the Mitchell County Chamber of Commerce Member of the Year Award. In 1988, Dr. Foxx was the recipient of the Watauga County League of Women Voters Award for Outstanding Citizenship for Exceptional Public Service. In 1979, she received the Award for Distinguished Service from the ASU Center for Developmental Education.
District Information

Please give a brief description of your district:

The Fifth District runs from Winston-Salem westward to the Tennessee border. It includes the following twelve counties: Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Davie, Forsyth, Iredell, Rockingham, Stokes, Surry, Watauga, Wilkes and Yadkin.

Percentage of Democrat, Republican, and Unaffiliated Voters:

47 percent Republican
36 percent Democrat
17 percent unaffiliated

Issue Information
(Please describe your feelings on the following with a number 1-10 or with the response “Undecided� (1=�Strongly Disagree�, 2-4=Disagree, 5=Neutral, 6-9 Agree, 10=Strongly Agree)

Reducing illegal immigration should be a top priority for America? (1-10) 10

Reducing illegal immigration is important to the voters of my district? (1-10) 10

Illegal Immigrants should be deported when detected in the interior of the US? (1-10) 10

Illegal Immigration is a threat to our national security? (1-10) 10

Illegal Immigration is unfair to those that obey the law and legally immigrate? (1-10) 10

Illegal Immigrants should be allowed to receive driver licenses? (1-10) 1

Illegal Immigrants should be allowed to attend state sponsored universities at in state tuition rates? (1-10) 1

Illegal Immigrants currently in the US Should be granted amnesty or enrolled in a “Guest worker program�? (1-10) 1

Federal and state tax dollars should be spent to provide translators and bilingual information in government agencies? (1-10) 1

Penalties provided under current laws should not be enforced on illegal immigrants? (1-10) 1

State and local law enforcement officers should be allowed to assist in immigration law enforcement? (1-10) 5 We should have adequate federal employees to enforce immigration laws. Local law enforcement should not be burdened with this task. However, they should have the authority to enforce the laws.

Illegal aliens that return to their home countries should be allowed to receive social security benefits? (1-10) 1


Short Answer

Has your campaign addressed the topic of illegal immigration in speeches, commercials, ads, or campaign materials? What are those messages? (Please provide sources or examples) Yes. Stopping illegal immigration has been a key theme in my campaign. Amy Auth, my communications director, will forward examples of materials to you shortly.


What do you feel your opponent’s stance on illegal immigration or immigration reform is or would be? Jim Harrell has supported the hiring of a translator in the Social Services department in Surry County. I believe he is soft on illegal immigration.


Have you been endorsed by or received contributions from any other immigration reform or illegal immigration reduction groups at this time? No.


Would you openly accept an endorsement and or contribution from ALIPAC? Yes.



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PAID FOR BY AMERICANS FOR LEGAL IMMIGRATION PAC

AMERICANS FOR LEGAL IMMIGRATION PAC
Post Office Box 30966
Raleigh, NC 27622-0966
(919) 787-6009
Toll Free: (866) 329-3999
FAX: (919) 573-0302
FEC ID: C00405878

Americans for Legal Immigration PAC Candidate Questionnaire


Campaign & Candidate Information

Name of Candidate: Dr. Virginia Foxx

Name of Campaign Committee: Virginia Foxx for Congress

Mailing Address: 11468 Hwy 105 South - Banner Elk, NC 28604

Phone Contact Information: (828) 963-5829 and (828) 963-9507

Campaign E-mail and website: virginiafoxx@charter.net, www.virginiafoxx.com

State and District: North Carolina’s Fifth District

Political Party: Republican

Is the candidate (Incumbent, Challenger, Open Seat): Open Seat

Campaign Funds Raised (as of most recent reporting cycle): $ 1,050,000

This form completed by: Virginia Foxx

Candidate Background Information

Prior political or campaign experience: North Carolina Senate, 1995-present; Deputy Secretary for Management in the Department of Administration, 1985-1987; Watauga County Board of Education, 1976-1988

Top Campaign Issues:

1. Homeland Security. I pledge 100 percent effort to winning the war on terror, protecting our borders, stopping illegal aliens, and bringing home our troops as victorious champions of democracy.

2. Affordable Healthcare. I want to make health care affordable to every American though much needed reform rather than a government sponsored program.

3. Family Values. I will be an unquestionable advocate for traditional family values (pro-life, traditional marriage, and keeping God in our teachings and traditions.)


Education, Awards & Honors:

Ed.D. in Curriculum and Teaching/Higher Education, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro; M.A.C.T in Sociology, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; A.B. in English, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Dr. Foxx is the recipient of several state and national awards. Among those awards are Outstanding Public Official Award, The North Carolina Christmas Tree Association, Honorary Member of the Catawba Chapter of the Retired Officers Association, The Alan Keith-Lucas Friend of Children Award, the highest honor granted by the North Carolina Child Care Association, 2002; Contributions to Sociology Award, North Carolina Sociological Association, 2002; Roosevelt Global Leadership Institute, 2001; Guardian of Small Businesses Award, National Federation of Independent Businesses, 2000; and 2000 Flemming Fellowship. In 1994, Dr. Foxx received the N.C. Carpathian Award; in 1993, she was awarded the Distinguished Fundraising Award by the YMCA of the USA/South Field and became one of 16 people appointed by the Governor to the N.C. Partnership for Children. In 1992 received the Order of the Long Leaf Pine from Governor Jim Martin. It is among the most prestigious awards given by the governor. In 1990, she received the N.C. Distinguished Women's Award and the Mitchell County Chamber of Commerce Member of the Year Award. In 1988, Dr. Foxx was the recipient of the Watauga County League of Women Voters Award for Outstanding Citizenship for Exceptional Public Service. In 1979, she received the Award for Distinguished Service from the ASU Center for Developmental Education.
District Information

Please give a brief description of your district:

The Fifth District runs from Winston-Salem westward to the Tennessee border. It includes the following twelve counties: Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Davie, Forsyth, Iredell, Rockingham, Stokes, Surry, Watauga, Wilkes and Yadkin.

Percentage of Democrat, Republican, and Unaffiliated Voters:

47 percent Republican
36 percent Democrat
17 percent unaffiliated

Issue Information
(Please describe your feelings on the following with a number 1-10 or with the response “Undecided� (1=�Strongly Disagree�, 2-4=Disagree, 5=Neutral, 6-9 Agree, 10=Strongly Agree)

Reducing illegal immigration should be a top priority for America? (1-10) 10

Reducing illegal immigration is important to the voters of my district? (1-10) 10

Illegal Immigrants should be deported when detected in the interior of the US? (1-10) 10

Illegal Immigration is a threat to our national security? (1-10) 10

Illegal Immigration is unfair to those that obey the law and legally immigrate? (1-10) 10

Illegal Immigrants should be allowed to receive driver licenses? (1-10) 1

Illegal Immigrants should be allowed to attend state sponsored universities at in state tuition rates? (1-10) 1

Illegal Immigrants currently in the US Should be granted amnesty or enrolled in a “Guest worker program�? (1-10) 1

Federal and state tax dollars should be spent to provide translators and bilingual information in government agencies? (1-10) 1

Penalties provided under current laws should not be enforced on illegal immigrants? (1-10) 1

State and local law enforcement officers should be allowed to assist in immigration law enforcement? (1-10) 5 We should have adequate federal employees to enforce immigration laws. Local law enforcement should not be burdened with this task. However, they should have the authority to enforce the laws.

Illegal aliens that return to their home countries should be allowed to receive social security benefits? (1-10) 1


Short Answer

Has your campaign addressed the topic of illegal immigration in speeches, commercials, ads, or campaign materials? What are those messages? (Please provide sources or examples) Yes. Stopping illegal immigration has been a key theme in my campaign. Amy Auth, my communications director, will forward examples of materials to you shortly.


What do you feel your opponent’s stance on illegal immigration or immigration reform is or would be? Jim Harrell has supported the hiring of a translator in the Social Services department in Surry County. I believe he is soft on illegal immigration.


Have you been endorsed by or received contributions from any other immigration reform or illegal immigration reduction groups at this time? No.


Would you openly accept an endorsement and or contribution from ALIPAC? Yes.



AFTER COMPLETING THIS FORM, PLEASE SAVE THE DOCUMENT AND EMAIL IT BACK TO US AT WILLIAMG@ALIPAC.US

PAID FOR BY AMERICANS FOR LEGAL IMMIGRATION PAC

AMERICANS FOR LEGAL IMMIGRATION PAC
Post Office Box 30966
Raleigh, NC 27622-0966
(919) 787-6009
Toll Free: (866) 329-3999
FAX: (919) 573-0302
FEC ID: C00405878

Americans for Legal Immigration PAC (ALIPAC) Endorses Dr. Virginia Foxx for US Congress (NC-05)

For Immediate Release
Tuesday, October 19, 2004

Contact: William Gheen
President, Americans for Legal Immigration PAC
(866) 329-3999
WilliamG@alipac.us
www.Alipac.us

Americans for Legal Immigration PAC (ALIPAC) is pleased to announce our endorsement of Dr. Virginia Foxx for US Congress based on her commitment to reduce illegal immigration, secure America’s borders, and restrict benefits to those that violate our immigration laws.

“The race for North Carolina’s fifth district has been one of the most expensive and contentious races in America.� says William Gheen, President of ALIPAC. “Illegal immigration is the issue that’s been heard around the country. We are pleased to offer our support and endorsement for Virginia Foxx because she has made it clear that she will champion the fight against illegal immigration in the US Congress. Virginia Foxx is the correct choice for voters that want strong leadership in the fight against illegal immigration.�

Many of ALIPAC’s members were involved with other campaigns during the primary and they now support Virginia Foxx. Dr. Foxx has made several commitments to combat illegal immigration in her campaign speeches and on her website at www.virginiafoxx.com She has proven her dedication to the issue by sponsoring legislation in the NC Senate that would restrict social services to illegal aliens.

Dr. Virginia Foxx also received a high ranking from ALIPAC members for her responses on her candidate survey which is available at www.Alipac.us She indicated that illegal immigration should be a top priority, that illegal aliens should be deported, that illegal aliens should not receive driver licenses and in state tuition at public universities, and that illegal aliens should not be granted amnesty or placed in a “guest worker� program.

“Dr. Foxx’s positions are representative of what the public wants.� says William Gheen. “Recent polls show that the vast majority of North Carolina’s legal citizens want action on this issue. Americans for Legal Immigration’s members will be working hard to assure Virginia Foxx is elected to Congress on November 2.�

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Americans for Legal Immigration PAC (ALIPAC) Endorses Dr. Virginia Foxx for US Congress (NC-05)

For Immediate Release
Tuesday, October 19, 2004

Contact: William Gheen
President, Americans for Legal Immigration PAC
(866) 329-3999
WilliamG@alipac.us
www.Alipac.us

Americans for Legal Immigration PAC (ALIPAC) is pleased to announce our endorsement of Dr. Virginia Foxx for US Congress based on her commitment to reduce illegal immigration, secure America’s borders, and restrict benefits to those that violate our immigration laws.

“The race for North Carolina’s fifth district has been one of the most expensive and contentious races in America.� says William Gheen, President of ALIPAC. “Illegal immigration is the issue that’s been heard around the country. We are pleased to offer our support and endorsement for Virginia Foxx because she has made it clear that she will champion the fight against illegal immigration in the US Congress. Virginia Foxx is the correct choice for voters that want strong leadership in the fight against illegal immigration.�

Many of ALIPAC’s members were involved with other campaigns during the primary and they now support Virginia Foxx. Dr. Foxx has made several commitments to combat illegal immigration in her campaign speeches and on her website at www.virginiafoxx.com She has proven her dedication to the issue by sponsoring legislation in the NC Senate that would restrict social services to illegal aliens.

Dr. Virginia Foxx also received a high ranking from ALIPAC members for her responses on her candidate survey which is available at www.Alipac.us She indicated that illegal immigration should be a top priority, that illegal aliens should be deported, that illegal aliens should not receive driver licenses and in state tuition at public universities, and that illegal aliens should not be granted amnesty or placed in a “guest worker� program.

“Dr. Foxx’s positions are representative of what the public wants.� says William Gheen. “Recent polls show that the vast majority of North Carolina’s legal citizens want action on this issue. Americans for Legal Immigration’s members will be working hard to assure Virginia Foxx is elected to Congress on November 2.�

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