Aaron Bean on Civil Rights

	Aaron Bean on Civil Rights

Support "Pastor Protection Act" on gay marriage

Summary by Florida Politics (3/2/16): The Florida House voted to approve a bill that allows members of the clergy to refuse to perform gay marriages. "This bill is about discriminating in the name of religion, sadly," said Rep. David Richardson, the only openly gay member of the Florida House. "It is an insult to the gay community." The proposal protects clergy, churches and religious organizations and their employees from civil action for refusing to perform gay marriages. "We respect the Supreme Court, but we also respect our citizens’ rights to exercise (their First Amendment rights)," said one sponsor. Many ministers from older, mainline religious organizations opposed the bill; while smaller evangelical groups came out in support of it.

Legislative Outcome: Passed House 82-37-1 on Mar/2/16; passed Senate 23-15-2 on Mar/3/16; State Sen. Aaron Bean voted YES; signed by Governor Rick Scott on Mar/10/16.

Source: FloridaPolitics.com on legislative voting record HB43 , Mar 3, 2016

No to gender identity and no to Critical Race Theory

Q: Should sexual orientation and gender identity be protected classes in non-discrimination laws?

A: Disagree.

Q: Do you agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist?

A: Strongly Disagree.

Q: Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

A: I am a Christian who believes Jesus Christ died on the cross for our sins.

Source: 2022 AFA Action iVoterGuide on Congressional FL-4 election , Nov 8, 2022

Some people are painting our country as racist

Q: Should reparations be given to people on the basis of race?

A: Strongly Disagree.

Q: Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?

A: No, while some racism does still exist in this country, we have come a long way. Unfortunately, some people are painting our country as racist for their own political purposes and using it to incite violence. It's those groups that are a threat to domestic security.

Source: 2022 AFA Action iVoterGuide on Congressional FL-4 election , Nov 8, 2022

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