Moreno, Bernie

Meet the Candidate

Running For:

US Senator

Political Affiliation:

Republican

Positions / Endorsements

Response Legend

YYes
NNo
−Unknown/No Endorsement
*Position based on citation

Candidate Survey

Question	Response	Comments/Notes
1. Should male athletes who identify as female be allowed to compete in female sports in K-12 or collegiate sporting events?	N*	Note: Position based upon research. View Source
2. Should the United States construct a wall along the southern border in an effort to make it more difficult for individuals to enter the country illegally?	Y*	Note: Position based upon research. View Source
3. Should the federal government prohibit companies from recovering natural gas and oil from shale rock, a technique known as “fracking”?	N*	Note: Position based upon research. View Source
4. Should Congress pass legislation to prohibit abortion in America after 15 weeks of a pregnancy?	Y*	Note: Position based upon research. View Source
5. Should the 2017 "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act" be extended beyond Dec 31, 2025?	Y*	Note: Position based upon research. View Source

Candidate Endorsements

Organization	Endorsement?	Organization Description
1. Equality Ohio	F	Equality Ohio identifies and transforms systems and institutions so LGBTQ+ Ohioans can fully access legal and lived equality.
2. Planned Parenthood	−	To improve our communities’ sexual and reproductive health outcomes through health care, education, and advocacy.
3. Moms Demand Action	−	Moms Demand Action is a grassroots movement of Americans fighting for public safety measures that can protect people from gun violence. We pass stronger gun laws and work to close the loopholes that jeopardize the safety of our families.
4. Ohio Education Association	−	Since 1847, the OEA has been working to make schools better and improve public education. OEA’s mission is to lead the way for the continuous improvement of public education while advocating for our members and the students we serve. We always have, and always will, work to that end. Through OEA’s more than 150-year history OEA members have been involved in every struggle and effort to advance the finest of America’s dreams: a quality public education for every child.
5. Safe Communities Coalition	−	SAFE (Science and Families Engaging) Communities Coalition supports pro-vaccine legislation and lawmakers. We empower everyday people to advocate for strong public health laws, fight targeted disinformation, and support vaccine confidence and equity.
6. Ohio Environmental Council	−	The mission of the Ohio Environmental Council is to secure healthy air, land, and water for all who call Ohio home. The OEC works for pragmatic solutions to keep Ohio clean and beautiful, and our communities safe. We fight for clean air and water, clean energy, and protected public lands. We hold polluters accountable in court while working with communities and companies that want to invest in a clean, more sustainable direction. For more than 50 years, we have led many of the major environmental policy wins in Ohio.
7. Ohio Value Voters		Protecting Faith, Family, Freedom, and the Sanctity of Life.
8. Right to Life Action Coalition of Ohio	−	Pro-life protection, no exception.
9. Buckeye Firearms Association		Buckeye Firearms Association is a grassroots political action committee (PAC) dedicated to defending and advancing the right of Ohio citizens to own and use firearms for all legal activities.
10. School Choice Ohio Alliance	−	At School Choice Ohio, we are committed to helping families across Ohio learn about all of the outstanding education options and resources available for their children. We continue to advocate for school choice and initiatives that help put each student’s individual needs first when it comes to education in Ohio.
11. Ohio Advocates for Medical Freedom	A	Non-partisan Organization advocating for your right to choose or refuse any medical treatment or procedure.
12. Americans for Prosperity		Americans for Prosperity believes freedom and opportunity are the keys to unleashing prosperity for all. We are a community of millions of concerned citizens advocating for solutions based on proven principles to tackle the country's most critical challenges. AFP’s mission is to empower every American to achieve their unique version of the American Dream.
13. Club for Growth		The Club for Growth is a national network of over 500,000 pro-growth, limited government Americans who share in the belief that prosperity and opportunity come from economic freedom.
14. The Columbus Dispatch	−	The Dispatch’s mission is to inform and engage Ohioans on issues important to helping them navigate daily life, and to hold public officials and business leaders accountable to the public.
15. The Cleveland Plain Dealer	−	At The Plain Dealer and cleveland.com, we are renowned for our in-depth, impactful reporting within our market. Our team of dedicated journalists takes their responsibility seriously as the voice of Ohio’s people. We aim to be a trusted community partner, fostering connections and providing essential information to our audience while supporting the growth of local businesses.