Doug Collins

The Liberty Score is a rating system assessing how closely an individual’s views align with core Libertarian principles. Scores are based on a 0-100 scale, with 100 representing a fully Libertarian position and 0 representing complete opposition to Libertarian values. The grading criteria include:

Personal Freedom (25 points): Support for individual rights in personal choices, including medical freedom, privacy, and bodily autonomy.
Economic Freedom (25 points): Advocacy for a free-market economy, low taxation, and minimal government interference in business.
Limited Government (25 points): Commitment to reducing the size and scope of government, limiting regulatory power, and upholding states’ rights.
Non-Intervention (25 points): Opposition to unnecessary foreign entanglements, support for a non-interventionist foreign policy, and minimal military presence abroad.

Each category will be scored, then averaged to form the individual’s overall Liberty Score, providing a clear snapshot of their alignment with Libertarian ideals. Grades are provided by AI

Secretary of Veterans Affairs

Status: Confirmed by Campaign

Liberty Score: 55

Warhawk Status: WARHAWK

Liberty Score Assessment:

Personal Freedom (10/25): Doug Collins has supported legislation that increases surveillance and data collection in the name of national security, which raises concerns about individual privacy rights.
Economic Freedom (15/25): While Collins advocates for free-market principles, he has supported certain government interventions, such as subsidies for specific industries, indicating a mixed stance on economic freedom.
Limited Government (10/25): His support for expansive national security measures and certain economic interventions suggests a preference for a more active government role in these areas.
Non-Intervention (20/25): Collins has expressed skepticism about foreign interventions and has advocated for a more restrained foreign policy, aligning with Libertarian non-interventionist principles.

Bio:

Doug Collins, a former U.S. Representative from Georgia, has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as Secretary of Veterans Affairs. Collins represented Georgia’s 9th congressional district from 2013 to 2021, where he was known for his strong advocacy for veterans and military personnel. A chaplain in the U.S. Air Force Reserve, Collins holds the rank of colonel and deployed to Iraq in 2008. His legislative work includes efforts to improve veterans’ access to healthcare and benefits. Collins’ military background and legislative experience are expected to inform his leadership of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

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Career Highlights:

U.S. Representative for Georgia’s 9th District (2013–2021): Served on the House Judiciary and Rules Committees, focusing on legislation affecting veterans and national security.
Military Service: Serves as a chaplain in the U.S. Air Force Reserve, holding the rank of colonel, with deployment experience in Iraq.
Legal Career: Practiced law in Georgia, providing legal services to individuals and businesses.
State Legislature: Served in the Georgia House of Representatives from 2007 to 2013, where he worked on issues related to public safety and veterans’ affairs.

About the Secretary of Veterans Affairs Role:

The Secretary of Veterans Affairs oversees the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), which provides healthcare, benefits, and services to military veterans. This role involves managing a vast network of medical facilities, administering benefits programs, and ensuring that veterans receive the support they have earned. Collins’ military service and legislative experience are expected to guide his approach to leading the VA, with a focus on improving healthcare access and benefits for veterans.