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Reproductive Health & Freedom We must approach reproductive healthcare by creating policies that bring people together and supports them, not drive them apart. I ","detail":"after release, and doing bible study. Reproductive Health & Freedom We must approach reproductive healthcare by creating policies that bring people together and supports them, not drive them apart. I believe that we should be doing all that we can to support women, families, and children before and after birth. That means investing in maternal health, expanding family planning and access to contraception, enhancing adoption and foster care systems, and making sure no woman feels like abortion is her only option. However, the law should not be an impediment to a woman making the health care","source_url":"https://WWW.PAULBARRINGER.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-06-20"},{"topic":"Immigration","stance":"a fair, legal immigration system. We can—and must—do both. For too long, both parties have used immigration as a political football instead of coming together to solve real problems. Border security i","detail":"a fair, legal immigration system. We can—and must—do both. For too long, both parties have used immigration as a political football instead of coming together to solve real problems. Border security is a basic function of government, and we need smart, effective enforcement to stop illegal crossings, drug trafficking, and exploitation. At the same time, we need to modernize our legal immigration system to meet workforce needs—especially in agriculture, health care, and tech—and to ensure people who play by the rules have a clear path forward. Disciplined Fiscal Policy I believe in fiscal","source_url":"https://WWW.PAULBARRINGER.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-06-20"},{"topic":"Economy","stance":"up on a farm, and we’re still trying to keep the farm going. Agriculture is the backbone of our economy and our communities, and I support policies that protect family farms, promote fair markets, and","detail":"up on a farm, and we’re still trying to keep the farm going. Agriculture is the backbone of our economy and our communities, and I support policies that protect family farms, promote fair markets, and reduce unnecessary federal red tape. I believe in standing up for our farmers—not just in good times, but when disaster strikes—and keeping agriculture strong as a cornerstone of American strength and independence. That includes fighting for fair trade policies that open, not close, foreign markets to our agricultural products, and opposing unnecessary tariffs that hurt our farmers’ ability","source_url":"https://WWW.PAULBARRINGER.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-06-20"},{"topic":"Education","stance":"learn more about what I believe. Affordable Healthcare Foreign Policy Immigration Fiscal Policy Education Police & Justice Reproductive Health 2nd Amendment Rights Agriculture & Farming Veterans Suppo","detail":"learn more about what I believe. Affordable Healthcare Foreign Policy Immigration Fiscal Policy Education Police & Justice Reproductive Health 2nd Amendment Rights Agriculture & Farming Veterans Support Conservation & Public Lands Tariffs Affordable Healthcare I believe every American should have access to affordable, quality healthcare. We need practical, long-term reforms that can bring down costs over time while ensuring that no one is left behind. A big part of the problem is unnecessary and duplicative treatments, along with administrative inefficiencies and wasteful spending, which","source_url":"https://WWW.PAULBARRINGER.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-06-20"},{"topic":"Gun Control","stance":"books, while also working together—across party lines—to find common-sense solutions that reduce gun violence, keep guns out of the hands of dangerous individuals, and protect both our rights and our ","detail":"books, while also working together—across party lines—to find common-sense solutions that reduce gun violence, keep guns out of the hands of dangerous individuals, and protect both our rights and our communities. Agriculture & Farming I grew up on a farm, and we’re still trying to keep the farm going. Agriculture is the backbone of our economy and our communities, and I support policies that protect family farms, promote fair markets, and reduce unnecessary federal red tape. I believe in standing up for our farmers—not just in good times, but when disaster strikes—and keeping agriculture","source_url":"https://WWW.PAULBARRINGER.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-06-20"},{"topic":"National Security","stance":"Policy Education Police & Justice Reproductive Health 2nd Amendment Rights Agriculture & Farming Veterans Support Conservation & Public Lands Tariffs Affordable Healthcare I believe every American sho","detail":"Policy Education Police & Justice Reproductive Health 2nd Amendment Rights Agriculture & Farming Veterans Support Conservation & Public Lands Tariffs Affordable Healthcare I believe every American should have access to affordable, quality healthcare. We need practical, long-term reforms that can bring down costs over time while ensuring that no one is left behind. A big part of the problem is unnecessary and duplicative treatments, along with administrative inefficiencies and wasteful spending, which we can address through smart regulation and market-driven solutions. The reason we have","source_url":"https://WWW.PAULBARRINGER.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-06-20"},{"topic":"Criminal Justice","stance":"national unity. Criminal Justice & Policing I strongly support law enforcement and the vital role police officers play in keeping our communities safe. I believe in ensuring officers have the resource","detail":"national unity. Criminal Justice & Policing I strongly support law enforcement and the vital role police officers play in keeping our communities safe. I believe in ensuring officers have the resources and respect they need to do their jobs. At the same time, I believe in second chances and compassion. Supporting the police and supporting rehabilitation are not opposing values—they’re both essential to a just and safe society. Many people who have broken the law are capable of turning their lives around, and we should support efforts to help them re-enter society, find work, and contribute","source_url":"https://WWW.PAULBARRINGER.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-06-20"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"smart regulation and market-driven solutions. The reason we have programs like Medicare and Medicaid in the first place is because the market fails to cover the needs of seniors, low-income families, ","detail":"smart regulation and market-driven solutions. The reason we have programs like Medicare and Medicaid in the first place is because the market fails to cover the needs of seniors, low-income families, and those with disabilities. It’s our responsibility to continue supporting these vital programs to ensure these individuals can get the care they need. The goal isn’t just to reduce costs—it’s to improve health outcomes for everyone and ensure that no one has to choose between healthcare and other basic needs. Strong Foreign Policy I believe in strengthening our relationships with our allies","source_url":"https://WWW.PAULBARRINGER.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-06-20"},{"topic":"Agriculture","stance":"guns out of the hands of dangerous individuals, and protect both our rights and our communities. Agriculture & Farming I grew up on a farm, and we’re still trying to keep the farm going. Agriculture i","detail":"guns out of the hands of dangerous individuals, and protect both our rights and our communities. Agriculture & Farming I grew up on a farm, and we’re still trying to keep the farm going. Agriculture is the backbone of our economy and our communities, and I support policies that protect family farms, promote fair markets, and reduce unnecessary federal red tape. I believe in standing up for our farmers—not just in good times, but when disaster strikes—and keeping agriculture strong as a cornerstone of American strength and independence. That includes fighting for fair trade policies that","source_url":"https://WWW.PAULBARRINGER.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-06-20"},{"topic":"Abortion","stance":"to contraception, enhancing adoption and foster care systems, and making sure no woman feels like abortion is her only option. However, the law should not be an impediment to a woman making the health","detail":"to contraception, enhancing adoption and foster care systems, and making sure no woman feels like abortion is her only option. However, the law should not be an impediment to a woman making the health care choices she needs to make with her doctor. Second Amendment Rights As a responsible gun owner, I believe in the Second Amendment and the right of law-abiding citizens to own firearms, and I also believe we can do more to keep our communities safe. My family taught me about responsible gun ownership, including the importance of safety and respect for firearms. We need to enforce the laws","source_url":"https://WWW.PAULBARRINGER.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-06-20"},{"topic":"Housing","stance":"to be part of the conversation. Our schools work best when there’s trust and teamwork between parents, teachers, and local school boards—when we listen to each other and put kids first. That’s how we ","detail":"to be part of the conversation. Our schools work best when there’s trust and teamwork between parents, teachers, and local school boards—when we listen to each other and put kids first. That’s how we build an education system that reflects our values and prepares the next generation to thrive. I also support service programs for older youth that combine education, vocational training, and community service. I believe programs like this offer an opportunity to build skills and resiliency while strengthening responsibility and national unity. Criminal Justice & Policing I strongly support","source_url":"https://WWW.PAULBARRINGER.COM/priorities","source_date":"2026-06-20"}],"committees":[],"finance":[{"id":880,"official_id":389,"fec_candidate_id":"H6NC13228","cycle":2026,"office_sought":"H","total_raised":805553,"total_spent":378959.56,"cash_on_hand":426593.44,"total_debt":320000,"individual_contributions":345610.44,"pac_contributions":0,"party_contributions":6000,"self_funding":133692.56,"last_filing_date":"2026-03-31T00:00:00","source_url":"https://www.fec.gov/data/candidate/H6NC13228/?cycle=2026","updated_at":"2026-06-17 02:33:18"}],"vote_count":0,"vote_summary":[],"vote_topics":[],"recent_votes":[],"ai_visibility":{"official_id":389,"name":"PAUL BARRINGER","office":"U.S. Representative","state":"NC","score":64,"grade":"C","max_score":100,"percentile":null,"breakdown":{"profile_completeness":{"score":14,"max":25},"position_depth":{"score":25,"max":25,"positions":11,"topics":11},"vote_record":{"score":0,"max":20,"votes":0},"recency":{"score":15,"max":15},"origin_quality":{"score":10,"max":15}},"what_ai_can_answer":["Their policy positions on multiple issues","Current and up-to-date information","Source-verified, citable positions"],"top_improvements":["Add Photo (+3 pts)","Add Website URL (+5 pts)","Add Phone number (+3 pts)","Missing voting record — federal officials should have votes"],"claim_url":"https://politics.rootz.global/claim?id=389","_note":"This profile is well-indexed. 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