Francis Rooney in 2016 AFA iVoterGuides

On Families & Children: Marriage is a sacrament ; protected by religious freedom

• I follow Catholic teaching by which marriage is a sacrament consisting of the union between one man and one woman.
• I believe in the first amendment and the fundamental right of all Americans to religious freedom.
• I support school choice and competition for quality education
• I have a record of fighting for our right to live our faith as we see fit and not be restrained or limited by the government.

On Principles & Values: I will do all I can to defend Christian values

Rooney: I am an active, life-long, committed Catholic. My faith has informed every aspect of my life. the culture of faith, life and optimism has been the hallmark of the American experience. I will do all I can to defend faith and Christian values in our country.

Q: Which political philosophy best describes you?

Rooney: Very Conservative

Q: Please defend your answer by referencing your publicly available track record.

Rooney: For nearly 40 years I have been building businesses and creating jobs, providing thousands of families a secure income and safe retirements. I support life and will ensure that groups like Planned Parenthood do not receive another dollar of federal funding. I opposes amnesty of any sort for those who have entered the country illegally. As a life-long hunter, I will never support any policy that will take away our constitutionally mandated right to bear arms.

On Principles & Values: Man's greed & corruption necessitate separation of powers

Rooney: Greed and corruption