Mike Thompson

Where Thompson stands

Topic headings are Vote Book’s; quoted words are each candidate’s own, with the source under each one. “As reported” items are a news outlet’s description, not an exact quote.

Health care

Health care

While we've made great strides in recent years, too many people in our country still can't get the health care they need. I believe health care is a right. Congress must work to help everyone in America gain access to quality, affordable health care.

Energy & environment

Energy & environment

As Co-Chair of the Land Conservation Caucus, Co-Chair of the Wildlife Refuge Caucus and a lifelong outdoorsman, preserving America's natural heritage has always been a priority of mine. That's why I strongly support investing in land conservation, acting to prevent climate change and transitioning to a clean energy economy.

Taxes & spending

Taxes & spending

For far too long, Washington has avoided making the tough choices necessary to get our fiscal house in order. The Congressional Budget Office projects our annual deficit, the difference between federal tax revenue and spending in a given year, will exceed $1 trillion and continue increasing indefinitely. As Ranking Member of the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Tax Policy, I'm committed to laying the groundwork for a fiscally responsible future.

Veterans & military

Veterans & military

As a former member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and a Vietnam combat veteran, I'm well aware of the threats America faces. I'm committed to providing our Armed Forces and Intelligence Community the resources they need to defend our nation. However, military action should always be our last resort. The President must exhaust all diplomatic options before entering the United States into any conflict.

Veterans & military

As a Vietnam combat veteran and Co-Chair of the Military Veterans Caucus, I understand our nation's responsibility to our men and women in uniform. No person who served honorably in our Armed Forces should have to fight for a paycheck, proper health care or a roof over their head.

Elections, ethics & government

Civil Rights

Job opportunities should be equally available to workers of equal ability, regardless of gender. That's why I support legislation that would prohibit employers from screening applicants based on salary history, make wage nondisclosure agreements illegal and strengthen penalties for employer retaliation against workers who assert their rights.

Civil Rights

In addition, I've fought to extend universal, gender-neutral family and medical leave. I support legislation that would provide eligible individuals with up to 12 weeks of paid leave for a pregnancy, the birth or adoption of a child, recovery from a serious illness or the care of a seriously ill family member.

Civil Rights

Though America has made great strides toward equality for every American, much work remains to ensure everyone has their rights are respected. That's why I was proud to vote for legislation that would extend civil rights protections against discrimination in credit, education, employment, federal funding, housing, jury service and public accommodations to LGBTQ+ Americans.