Dennis Moore

Dennis R. Moore

Status: Official Candidate D4

Mailing Address:
PO Box 16602
Colorado Springs, CO 80935

Phone: (719) 638-7241

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Website: http://www.dennismoore-ccd4.com

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Survey Questions

Question 1: If elected, would you support and sign the resolution?

A RESOLUTION  PROMOTING GOODWILL AND MUTUAL RESPECT AND CONDEMNING RACISM AND DISCRIMINATION IN COLORADO SPRINGS

As a man who has at times been discriminated against I do not support any kind of discrimination.

Question 1 Response: 

Sent: Tuesday, February 26, 2013 4:44 PM To: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

From:Dennis R. Moore [mailto: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ]
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Subject: Re: If elected, would you support and sign the following resolution?

Charlie

As a man who has at times been discriminated against I do not support any kind of discrimination.

Dennis Moore

Question 2:  Why should members of the LGBT community support your candidacy?

Question 2 Response:

Sent: Friday, March 01, 2013 9:30 AM

I will keep an open mind.  I will make decisions based on information or facts received and from my own research.  I am not afraid to alter my position, if I receive new or additional information that would cause a need for me to change my opinion.  The decisions I make will be in the best interest of Colorado Springs citizens.

Question 3: Have you ever been a member of an organization that opposes LGBT rights?

Question 3 Response:

Not that I personally and knowingly have done.

Question 4: In the past, what LGBT related events, activities, or organizations have you participated in or been a member of or are currently a member of?

Question 4 Response:

None ("None" was Mr. Moore's response.  He Did Answere This Question)

Question 5:What do you think are the top three issues facing the LGBT community that can be addressed by City government?

Question 5 Response:

Until now I have not been in a position to consider the issues facing the LGBT community that City government need to address.  As a member of City Council, I hope we will have an open and fair discussion of all issues.

Question 6:If you indeed support the LGBT community, and you are elected, how would you deal with other council members who are not for equality for all Americans?

Question 6 Response:

My goal is to create an atmosphere of communication and cooperation to work on each individual issue.

Question 7: Should you receive an endorsement from an organization or person who is recognized as being anti-LGBT, what will be your response?

Question 7 Response:

I am concerned in doing what are in the best interest of Colorado Springs and it citizens. I will work with all organizations that are interested on improving all facets of Colorado Springs.

Question 8: Do you believe that same-sex couples should enjoy the same rights, benefits and responsibilities as their heterosexual counterparts?

Question 8 Response:

Until nowI have not been in a position have an impact on or be concerned about this issue.  However, if I am elected to City Council, I will have to gather the facts and establish a position on this issue.

Question 9: How do you see the city council's role in ensuring equality for its LGBT citizens?

Question 9 Response:

Treat all citizens the same as an individual and with respect.

Question 10:Changing the perception of Colorado Springs being such a conservative and unfriendly place towards the LGBT community as well as other minorities seems to be a monumental challenge. What are some ways the city of Colorado Springs and City Council could be more inclusive and welcoming for the LGBT citizens?

Question 10 Response:

By electing me to City Council.

Notes:

CitizenLink.com - a Focus on the Family Affiliate also asked the candidates a series of questions, one being:  “Do you support or oppose having the mayor issue a proclamation in support of the annual gay pride parade?”  Here is the answered published for this candidate:

Dennis R. Moore – Candidate District 4

Undecided

I would be open minded to discuss the issue.

To view all the questions on the Focus on the Family affiliate go to http://media.citizenlink.com/2013CoSpringsExpandedVoterGuide.pdf

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