Abortion Issues

(Back to top)

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of NARAL Pro-Choice America 25 percent in 2009.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Planned Parenthood 100 percent in 2008.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Family Planning & Reproductive Health Association 100 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Right to Life Committee 0 percent in 2007-2008.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the NARAL Pro-Choice America 100 percent in 2007.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the NARAL Pro-Choice America 100 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Planned Parenthood 100 percent in 2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Family Planning & Reproductive Health Association 50 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Right to Life Committee 9 percent in 2005-2006.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the NARAL Pro-Choice America 100 percent in 2005.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the NARAL Pro-Choice America 100 percent in 2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Right to Life Committee 33 percent in 2003-2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the NARAL Pro-Choice America 100 percent in 2003.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Right to Life Committee 25 percent in 2001-2002.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the NARAL Pro-Choice America 100 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Planned Parenthood 100 percent in 2001.

1999-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Family Planning & Reproductive Health Association 100 percent in 1999-2002.

1995-2004  On the votes that the National Family Planning & Reproductive Health Association considered to be the most important in 1995-2004, Representative Kirk voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

1995-2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Planned Parenthood 100 percent in 1995-2003.

Agriculture Issues

(Back to top)

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association of Wheat Growers 21 percent in 2008.

2007-2008  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to National Farmers Union's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 37.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association of Wheat Growers 32 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Council of Agricultural Employers 0 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the United Fresh Produce Association 0 percent in 2007.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Farm Bureau Federation 52 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Farmers Union 0 percent in 2005-2006.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association of Wheat Growers 75 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Council of Agricultural Employers 66 percent in 2005.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Farmers Union 20 percent in 2003-2004.

2002  Based on a 2002 survey given to all congressional candidates Vote Hemp chose to rate Representative Kirk as Fence Sitter.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Minnesota Farm Bureau 79 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Minnesota Farm Bureau 81 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Farmers Union 20 percent in 2001-2002.

Animal Rights and Wildlife Issues

(Back to top)

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Defenders of Wildlife Action Fund 75 percent in 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Humane Society Legislative Fund 69 percent in 2009.

2008  In 2008 Sportsmen and Animal Owner's Voting Alliance gave Representative Kirk a grade of 0.

2007-2008  In 2007-2008 Big Cat Rescue gave Representative Kirk a grade of 66.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Defenders of Wildlife Action Fund 88 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Humane Society Legislative Fund 92 percent in 2007-2008. Members of Congress who led as prime sponsors of pro-animal legislation received "extra-credit" equivalent to one vote or one co sponsorship, 17% for a Senator or 8% for a Representative of the House.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Humane Society of the United States 92 percent in both sessions of Congress in 2007-2008.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Humane Society of the United States 100 percent in the first session of Congress in 2007.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Animal Interest Alliance Trust 0 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Sportsmen and Animal Owner's Voting Alliance 0 percent in 2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Big Cat Rescue 88 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Humane Society Legislative Fund 85 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Humane Society of the United States 85 percent in 2005-2006.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Humane Society of the United States 83 percent in 2005.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Humane Association 89 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals 89 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Animal Protection Institute 89 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Doris Day Animal League 89 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Society for Animal Protective Legislation 89 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Sportsmen and Animal Owner's Voting Alliance 0 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Humane Society Legislative Fund 89 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Humane Society of the United States 89 percent in 2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Humane Association 89 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals 89 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Animal Protection Institute 89 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Doris Day Animal League 89 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Society for Animal Protective Legislation 89 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Humane Society Legislative Fund 89 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Humane Society of the United States 89 percent in 2003.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Sportsmen and Animal Owner's Voting Alliance 0 percent in 2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Humane Association 100 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals 100 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Animal Protection Institute 100 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Doris Day Animal League 100 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Society for Animal Protective Legislation 100 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Humane Society Legislative Fund 100 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Humane Society of the United States 100 percent in 2001-2002.

Arts and Humanities

(Back to top)

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for the Arts Action Fund 86 percent in 2008.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for the Arts Action Fund 88 percent in 2006.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for the Arts Action Fund 94 percent in 2004.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for the Arts Action Fund 100 percent in 2002.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for the Arts Action Fund 100 percent in 2001.

Budget, Spending and Taxes

(Back to top)

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Taxpayers Union 60 percent in 2009.

2008  Americans for Fair Taxation considered how each congressional representative stood on the FairTax, illustrated with +3 as a sponsorship, +2 as a co-sponsorship, +1 as support, 0 as does not support, and -1 as against. In 2008, the actions of Representative Kirk is represented by 0.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Citizens Against Government Waste 50 percent in 2008.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Citizens Against Government Waste - Lifetime 54 percent during their legislative career up until 2008.

2008  In 2008 National Taxpayers Union gave Representative Kirk a rating of C-.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Tax Limitation Committee 56 percent in 2007-2008.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Tax Reform 60 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the FreedomWorks 40 percent in 2007.

2007  In 2007 National Taxpayers Union gave Representative Kirk a grade of C-.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Tax Reform 82 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the FreedomWorks 42 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Taxpayers Union 47 percent in 2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Citizens for Tax Justice 17 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Tax Limitation Committee 56 percent in 2005-2006.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Tax Reform 88 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the FreedomWorks 59 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Taxpayers Union 51 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Taxpayers for Common Sense 44 percent in 2005.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Shareholders Association 90 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Tax Reform 85 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Taxpayers Union 56 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Taxpayers for Common Sense 50 percent in 2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the FreedomWorks 55 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Tax Limitation Committee 65 percent in 2003-2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Tax Reform 75 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Taxpayers Union 58 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Taxpayers for Common Sense 65 percent in 2003.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Tax Reform 90 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Taxpayers Union 59 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Taxpayers for Common Sense 33 percent in 2002.

2001-2002  On the votes used to calculate its ratings, the Concord Coalition attaches more value to those votes it considers more important. For 2001-2002, the Concord Coalition gave Representative Kirk a rating of 77 percent.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the FreedomWorks 70 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Tax Limitation Committee 83 percent in 2001-2002.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Shareholders Association 100 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Tax Reform 85 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Taxpayers Union 57 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Taxpayers for Common Sense 36 percent in 2001.

Business and Consumers

(Back to top)

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Business-Industry Political Action Committee 70 percent in 2008.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Alliance for Worker Freedom 44 percent in 2008.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce 83 percent in 2008.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce - Lifetime 86 percent during their legislative career up until 2008.

2007-2008  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to American Forest and Paper Association's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 50 percent.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Associated General Contractors of America 100 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Warehouse Logistics Association 70 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association of Manufacturers 47 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  In 2007-2008 National Federation of Independent Business gave Representative Kirk a rating of 80 in its 110th (2007-2008) Pre-Election Congressional Report.

2007-2008  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to National Restaurant Association's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 100.

2007-2008  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to National Retail Federation's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 100 percent.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Small Business Association 61 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association 100 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors-National Association 77 percent in 2007-2008.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Business-Industry Political Action Committee 50 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Consumer Alliance for Energy Security 0 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Alliance for Worker Freedom 27 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The National Lumber and Building Material Dealers Association 60 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce 84 percent in 2007.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Business-Industry Political Action Committee 62 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association 91 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce 80 percent in 2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Forest and Paper Association 41 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Associated General Contractors of America 80 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Warehouse Logistics Association 100 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association of Manufacturers 71 percent in 2005-2006. The following ratings indicate the degree that each elected official supported the interests of the organization in that year.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Electrical Contractors Association 81 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Federation of Independent Business 86 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Restaurant Association 90 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Retail Federation 75 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Small Business Association 82 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors-National Association 72 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Public Citizen's Congress Watch 35 percent in 2005-2006.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Business-Industry Political Action Committee 64 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Maryland Business for Responsive Government 75 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Federation of Independent Business 90 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council 83 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce 81 percent in 2005.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Financial Executives International 100 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association of Government Contractors 33 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association 92 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council 86 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce 90 percent in 2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Forest and Paper Association 36 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Associated Builders & Contractors 90 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Associated General Contractors of America 100 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Business-Industry Political Action Committee 69 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association of Manufacturers 86 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Electrical Contractors Association 85 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Federation of Independent Business 92 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Restaurant Association 100 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Retail Federation 100 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Small Business Association 82 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors-National Association 90 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Public Citizen's Congress Watch 8 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the United States Business and Industry Council 45 percent in 2003-2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Associated Builders & Contractors 100 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Business-Industry Political Action Committee 69 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Maryland Business for Responsive Government 86 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association of Government Contractors 100 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Federation of Independent Business 100 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Retail Federation 100 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Public Citizen's Congress Watch 33 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce 89 percent in 2003.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Emergency Committee for American Trade 100 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association 100 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce 95 percent in 2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Associated Builders & Contractors 92 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Associated General Contractors of America 81 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Business-Industry Political Action Committee 81 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association of Manufacturers 86 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Electrical Contractors Association 88 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Federation of Independent Business 100 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors-National Association 100 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Public Citizen's Congress Watch 23 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council 73 percent in 2001-2002.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Federation of Independent Business 100 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association 100 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council 75 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce 83 percent in 2001.

1999-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association 68 percent in 1999-2006.

1999-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association 40 percent in 1999-2004.

Campaign Finance and Election Issues

(Back to top)

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of Women Voters 67 percent in 2007.

Civil Liberties and Civil Rights

(Back to top)

2009  On the votes used to calculate its ratings, the American Library Association attaches more value to those votes it considers more important. For 2009, the American Library Association gave Representative Kirk a rating of 13 percent.

2009  In 2009 the Irregular Times/Progressive Patriots - Net Congressional Score - May 14, 2010 gave Representative Kirk a rating of -5.

2009  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to the Irregular Times/Progressive Patriots - Progressive Action Score - May 14, 2010's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 28 percent.

2009  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to the Irregular Times/Progressive Patriots - Regressive Action Score - May 14, 2010's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 33 percent.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People 44 percent in 2009.

2008  On the votes used to calculate its ratings, the American Library Association attaches more value to those votes it considers more important. For 2008, the American Library Association gave Representative Kirk a rating of 0 percent.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Civil Liberties Union 45 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to Arab American Institute's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 0.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Human Rights Campaign 85 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to the Irregular Times/Progressive Patriots - Oath of Office Index's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 20 percent.

2007-2008  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to the Irregular Times/Progressive Patriots - Progressive Action Score's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 33 percent.

2007-2008  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to Leadership Conference on Civil Rights's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 43.

2007-2008  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to National Association for the Advancement of Colored People's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 65 percent.

2007-2008  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to The American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 61 percent.

2007-2008  In 2007-2008 The Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian Americans - Immigration gave Representative Kirk a rating of 0.

2007  In 2007 American Civil Liberties Union gave Representative Kirk a grade of 50.

2007  On the votes used to calculate its ratings, the American Library Association attaches more value to those votes it considers more important. For 2007, the American Library Association gave Representative Kirk a rating of 10 percent.

2007  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to Arab American Institute's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 0.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights 53 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of Women Voters 67 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People 64 percent in 2007.

2007  In 2007 National Council of La Raza gave Representative Kirk a grade of 0.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Association of Community Organization for Reform Now (ACORN) 33 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights 57 percent in 2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Civil Liberties Union 55 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Human Rights Campaign 75 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Iranian American Political Action Committee 50 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People 53 percent in 2005-2006.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Arab American Institute 1 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights 56 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People 48 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Council of La Raza 33 percent in 2005.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Arab American Institute 0 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Council of La Raza 100 percent in 2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Civil Liberties Union 32 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Human Rights Campaign 88 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights 28 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of United Latin American Citizens 29 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People 30 percent in 2003-2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Library Association 100 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Arab American Institute 0 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights 11 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People 20 percent in 2003.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Civil Liberties Union 47 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Arab American Institute 40 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Human Rights Campaign 67 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights 25 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of United Latin American Citizens 22 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People 33 percent in 2001-2002.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Civil Liberties Union 44 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Human Rights Campaign 67 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of United Latin American Citizens 18 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People 29 percent in 2001.

Congressional and Legislative Affairs

(Back to top)

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Grassroots Netroots Alliance 25 percent in 2007-2008.

Conservative

(Back to top)

Summer 2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Conservative Index - The John Birch Society 25 percent in Summer 2003.

Spring 2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Conservative Index - The John Birch Society 14 percent in Spring 2004.

Fall 2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Conservative Index - The John Birch Society 33 percent in Fall 2004.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Conservative Union 72 percent in 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Conservative Union - Lifetime 58 percent during their legislative career up until 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Campaign for Working Families 72 percent in 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Eagle Forum 63 percent in 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Heritage Alliance - Congressional 47 percent in 2009.

2009  According to the National Journal - Composite Conservative Score's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more conservative on economic, defense and foreign policy issues than 61 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2009.

2009  According to the National Journal - Composite Liberal Score's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more liberal on economic, defense and foreign policy issues than 39 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2009.

2009  According to the National Journal - Conservative on Economic Policy calculations, Representative Kirk voted more conservative on economic policy issues than 63 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2009.

2009  According to the National Journal - Conservative on Foreign Policy's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more conservative on foreign policy issues than 61 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2009.

2009  According to the National Journal - Conservative on Social Policy's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more conservative on social policy issues than 58 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Club for Growth 58 percent in 2009.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Conservative Union 48 percent in 2008.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Eagle Forum 50 percent in 2008.

2008  According to the National Journal - Composite Conservative Score's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more conservative on economic, defense and foreign policy issues than 57.8 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2008.

2008  According to the National Journal - Conservative on Economic Policy calculations, Representative Kirk voted more conservative on economic policy issues than 58 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2008.

2008  According to the National Journal - Conservative on Foreign Policy's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more conservative on foreign policy issues than 59 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2008.

2008  According to the National Journal - Conservative on Social Policy's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more conservative on social policy issues than 56 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2008.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Club for Growth 42 percent in 2008.

2007-2008  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to Americans for Prosperity's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 50.

2007-2008  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to Campaign for Working Families's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 41.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Christian Coalition of America 20 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Concerned Women for America 23 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Conservative Index - The John Birch Society 31 percent in 2007-2008.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Conservative Union 40 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Prosperity 70 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Conservative Index - The John Birch Society 30 percent in the Spring 2007 session.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Eagle Forum 41 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the GOPUSA 0 percent in 2007.

2007  According to the National Journal - Composite Conservative Score's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more conservative on economic, defense and foreign policy issues than 54.5 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2007.

2007  According to the National Journal - Conservative on Economic Policy's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more conservative on economic policy issues than 54 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2007.

2007  According to the National Journal - Conservative on Foreign Policy's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more conservative on foreign policy issues than 56 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2007.

2007  According to the National Journal - Conservative on Social Policy's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more conservative on social policy issues than 53 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Republican Liberty Caucus - Economic Liberties on economic issues 44 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Republican Liberty Caucus - Personal Liberties on personal liberties 46 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Club for Growth 19 percent in 2007.

2007  In 2007 Traditional Values Coalition gave Representative Kirk a grade of 0.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Conservative Union 54 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Prosperity 16.7 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Conservative Index - The John Birch Society 10 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Eagle Forum 29 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Composite Conservative Score 51.3 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Conservative on Economic Policy 53 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Conservative on Foreign Policy 55 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Conservative on Social Policy 45 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Club for Growth 37 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Traditional Values Coalition 42 percent in 2006

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Campaign for Working Families 59 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Concerned Women for America 50 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to the Irregular Times/Progressive Patriots - Regressive Conservative Action Score's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 14 percent.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Conservative Union 36 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Conservative Index - The John Birch Society 0 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Eagle Forum 27 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Conservative on Economic Policy 50 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Conservative on Foreign Policy 51 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Conservative on Social Policy 42 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Republican Liberty Caucus 40 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Republican Liberty Caucus - Economic Liberties on economic issues 65 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Republican Liberty Caucus - Personal Liberties on personal liberties 15 percent in 2005.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Conservative Union 63 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Christian Action Network 54 percent during their legislative career up until 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Christian Coalition of America 69 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Eagle Forum 55 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Conservative on Economic Policy 50 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Conservative on Foreign Policy 55 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Conservative on Social Policy 42 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Republican Liberty Caucus 53 percent in 2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Campaign for Working Families 57 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Concerned Women for America 63 percent in 2003-2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Conservative Union 58 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Campaign for Working Families 64 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Center for Reclaiming America 50 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Christian Coalition of America 69 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Concerned Women for America 67 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Eagle Forum 42 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Composite Conservative Score 50 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Conservative on Economic Policy 50 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Conservative on Foreign Policy 54 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Conservative on Social Policy 46 percent in 2003.

2003  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to Republican Liberty Caucus's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 60.

2003  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to Republican Liberty Caucus's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 60.

2003  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to Republican Liberty Caucus's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 60.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Conservative Union 76 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Christian Coalition of America 42 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Conservative Index - The John Birch Society 40 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Eagle Forum 47 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Composite Conservative Score 60 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Composite Liberal Score 40 percent in 2002.

2002  According to the National Journal - Conservative on Economic Policy's calculations, in 2002, Representative Kirk voted more conservative on economic policy issues than 57 percent of the Representatives.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Conservative on Foreign Policy 78 percent in 2002.

2002  According to the National Journal - Conservative on Social Policy's calculations, in 2002, Representative Kirk voted more conservative on social policy issues than 40 percent of the Representatives.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Economic Policy 42 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Foreign Policy 15 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Social Policy 59 percent in 2002.

2002  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to Republican Liberty Caucus's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 79.

2002  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to Republican Liberty Caucus's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 79.

2002  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to Republican Liberty Caucus's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 79.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Campaign for Working Families 50 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Concerned Women for America 45 percent in 2001-2002.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Conservative Union 48 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Conservative Index - The John Birch Society 50 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Conservative on Economic Policy 54 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Conservative on Foreign Policy 60 percent in 2001.

2001  According to the National Journal - Conservative on Social Policy's calculations, in 2001, Representative Kirk voted more conservative on social policy issues than 42 percent of the Representatives.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Economic Policy 46 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Foreign Policy 33 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Social Policy 58 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Republican Liberty Caucus 63 percent in 2001.

Crime Issues

(Back to top)

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Citizens United for Rehabilitation of Errants 20 percent in 2005-2006.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Citizens United for Rehabilitation of Errants 40 percent in 2003-2004.

Drug Issues

(Back to top)

2007-2008  On the votes used to calculate its ratings for members of the 2007-2008 House of Representatives, the Drug Policy Alliance Network gave Representative Kirk a rating of 50 percent.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors 100 percent in 2007-2008.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Drug Policy Alliance Network 33 percent in 2006.

2006  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of -20.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors 88 percent in 2005-2006.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Drug Policy Alliance Network 33 percent in 2005.

2005  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of -3.

Education

(Back to top)

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Association of University Women 22 percent in 2009.

2009  In 2009 the National Education Association gave Representative Kirk a grade of B.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Association of University Women 80 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  In 2007-2008 National Education Association gave Representative Kirk a grade of A.

2007  In 2007 American Association of University Women gave Representative Kirk a grade of 83.

2007  On the votes used to calculate its ratings, the Association For Supervision and Curriculum Development attaches more value to those votes it considers more important. For 2007, the Association For Supervision and Curriculum Development gave Representative Kirk a rating of 75 percent.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association for College Admission Counseling 50 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association of Elementary School Principals 100 percent in 2007.

2007  In 2007 National Education Association gave Representative Kirk a grade of A.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) 100 percent in 2007.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interest of the National Association for College Admission Counseling 50 percent in 2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Education Association 75 percent in 2005-2006.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association for College Admission Counseling 38 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association of Elementary School Principals 50 percent in 2005.

2005  On the votes that the Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) considered to be the most important in 2005, Representative Kirk voted their preferred position 50 percent of the time.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Education Association 32 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Parent Teacher Association 8 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National School Boards Association 40 percent in 2003-2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Education Association 27 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National School Boards Association 40 percent in 2003.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Education Association 0 percent in 2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Parent Teacher Association 75 percent in 2001-2002.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the English First 0 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Education Association 66 percent in 2001.

Employment and Affirmative Action

(Back to top)

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Latin America Working Group 0 percent in 2008.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Employment Lawyers Association 33 percent in 2007.

Energy Issues

(Back to top)

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Alliance to Stop the War on the Poor - Affordable Energy 42 percent in 2007-2008.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Consumer Alliance for Energy Security 0 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of Women Voters 67 percent in 2007.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Campaign for America's Future 67 percent in 2005-2006 on energy legislation.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Coalition for Ethanol 100 percent in 2001.

Environmental Issues

(Back to top)

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Environment America 73 percent in 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of Conservation Voters 71 percent in 2009.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Environment America 92 percent in 2008.

2007-2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Environment America 73 percent from 2007-2009.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Defenders of Wildlife Action Fund 88 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of Conservation Voters 82 percent in the First and Second Sessions of Congress in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  In 2007-2008 Republicans for Environmental Protection gave Representative Kirk a rating of 102 percent.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Defenders of Wildlife Action Fund 80 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of Conservation Voters 90 percent in the First Session of the 110th House of Congress in 2007.

2007  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to League of Private Property Voters's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 25.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Republicans for Environmental Protection 100 percent in 2007.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Wind Energy Association 100 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of Conservation Voters 75 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of Private Property Voters 27 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Republicans for Environmental Protection 71 percent in 2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Lands Alliance 89 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Wilderness Coalition 66 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Defenders of Wildlife Action Fund 56 percent in 2005-2006

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Partnership for America 37 percent in 2005-2006.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Wilderness Coalition 67 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of Conservation Voters 39 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of Private Property Voters 29 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Republicans for Environmental Protection 75 percent in 2005. Points for significant non-voting actions were added to or subtracted from percentages calculated from voting records. Thus, the rating may be less than 0 or greater than 100.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Defenders of Wildlife Action Fund 60 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of Private Property Voters 27 percent in 2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Lands Alliance 90 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Wilderness Coalition 82 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of Conservation Voters 71 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Parks Conservation Association 84 percent in 2003-2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Lands Alliance 88 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Defenders of Wildlife Action Fund 80 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of Conservation Voters 80 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of Private Property Voters 33 percent in 2003.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of Conservation Voters 59 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of Private Property Voters 25 percent in 2001-2002.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of Private Property Voters 20 percent in 2001.

Family and Children Issues

(Back to top)

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of The Children's Health Fund 16 percent in 2009.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Family Association 0 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Family Research Council 17 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Arc 14 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Children's Health Fund 100 percent in 2007-2008.

2007  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to Children's Defense Fund's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 70.

2007  In 2007 Family Research Council gave Representative Kirk a grade of 12.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of Women Voters 67 percent in 2007.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Children's Defense Fund 30 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Family Research Council 14 percent in 2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Family Association 11 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Arc 33 percent in 2005-2006.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Children's Defense Fund 22 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Family Research Council 31 percent in 2005.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Family Research Council 33 percent in 2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Children's Defense Fund 0 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the School Nutrition Association 33 percent in 2003-2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Family Association 67 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Family Research Council 46 percent in 2003.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Family Voices 11 percent in 2002.

2001-2002  On the votes that the Family Research Council considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Representative Kirk voted their preferred position 40 percent of the time.(Due to the 49-51 split in the Senate, an insufficient number of votes were taken on issues of concern to warrant inclusion).

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Children's Defense Fund 18 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Family Research Council 40 percent in 2001.(Due to the 49-51 split in the Senate, an insufficient number of votes were taken on issues of concern to warrant inclusion).

Foreign Aid and Policy Issues

(Back to top)

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Security Council Foundation 90 percent in 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of NewPolicy.org 0 percent in 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Peace Action West 0 percent in 2009.

2008  In 2008 Armenian National Committee of America gave Representative Kirk a grade of A+.

2008  In 2008 Citizens for Global Solutions gave Representative Kirk a grade of B-.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Friends Committee on National Legislation 50 percent in 2008.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Peace Action West 10 percent in 2008.

2008  Based off when the senators or representatives came into office and how many of the possible actions during their terms they have taken to help end LRA violence and support lasting peace in Uganda, Resolve Uganda - Career gave Representative Kirk a grade of D.

2007-2009  In 2007-2009 Citizens for Global Solutions gave Representative Kirk a grade of B-.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the ACT! for America 83.3 percent in 2007-2008 when voting on Issues in the 110th Congressional Session.

2007-2008  In 2007-2008 Council for a Livable World gave Representative Kirk a rating of 12 percent.

2007-2008  In 2007-2008 Nuclear Age Peace Foundation gave Representative Kirk a grade of 11 percent.

2007-2008  In 2007-2008 The Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian Americans - Immigration gave Representative Kirk a rating of 0.

2007-2008  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to U.S. Campaign to End the Israeli Occupation's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of -5.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Washington Report on Middle East Affairs (WRMEA) -2 percent in 2007-2008.

2007  In 2007 Citizens for Global Solutions gave Representative Kirk a grade of B-.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Council for a Livable World 35 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Friends Committee on National Legislation 45 percent in 2007.

2007  On the votes that the Latin America Working Group considered to be the most important in 2007, Representative Kirk voted their preferred position 10 percent of the time.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Peace Action West 9 percent in 2007.

2007  In 2007, The Genocide Intervention Network--Darfur Scores assigned Representative Kirk a grade of A based on voting records, bill sponsorship and other activities related to ending the genocide in Darfur.

2007  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to U.S. Campaign to End the Israeli Occupation's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of -4.

2007  On the votes that Voices for Creative Non-Violence - Iraq-Afghanistan Supplemental Spending considered to be the most important in 2007, Representative Kirk voted their preferred position 17 percent of the time.

2006  In 2006 Armenian National Committee of America gave Representative Kirk a grade of A.

2006  In 2006 Church World Service gave Representative Kirk a grade of 33.

2006  In 2006 Citizens for Global Solutions gave Representative Kirk a grade of C+.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Latin America Working Group 10 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Peace Action 21 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Peace Action West 21 percent in 2006.

2006  In 2006, The Genocide Intervention Network--Darfur Scores assigned Representative Kirk a grade of C based on voting records, bill sponsorship and other activities related to ending the genocide in Darfur.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Friends Committee on National Legislation 50 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation 16 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to U.S. Campaign to End the Israeli Occupation's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of -13.

2005  In 2005 Church World Service gave Representative Kirk a rating of 0.

2005  In 2005 Citizens for Global Solutions gave Representative Kirk a rating of A.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Council on American-Islamic Relations 0 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Latin America Working Group 13 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Peace Action 25 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the PeacePAC 25 percent in 2005.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Armenian National Committee of America 92 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Center for International Policy 0 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Friends Committee on National Legislation 25 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Latin America Working Group 0 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation 33 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Peace Action 20 percent in 2004.

2003-2004  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to American Muslims for Jerusalem's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of -7.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Friends Committee on National Legislation 40 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the PeacePAC 36 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to U.S. Campaign to End the Israeli Occupation's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of -4.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Friends Committee on National Legislation 56 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Latin America Working Group 0 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation 0 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Peace Action 33 percent in 2003.

2003  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to U.S. Campaign to End the Israeli Occupation's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of -3.

2002-2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Citizens for Global Solutions 44 percent in 2002-2003.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Peace Action 0 percent in 2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Foreign Service Association 94 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  On the votes , introduction of legislation, sponsorship or co-sponsorship of legislation and public speaking on legislation, for legistation, that the American Muslims for Jerusalem considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Representative Kirk, rated -12.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Council for a Livable World 0 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Friends Committee on National Legislation 0 percent in 2001-2002.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Friends Committee on National Legislation 29 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Peace Action 0 percent in 2001.

Government Reform

(Back to top)

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Citizens Against Government Waste 50 percent in 2008.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Citizens Against Government Waste - Lifetime 54 percent during their legislative career up until 2008.

2007-2008  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to National Association of Counties's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 75 percent.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Citizens Against Government Waste 33 percent in 2007.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the State PIRGs Working Together 41 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the U.S. Public Interest Research Group 41 percent in 2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Citizens Against Government Waste 59 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Freedom Democrats-Economic Issues 23 percent on economic issues in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Freedom Democrats-Social Issues 20 percent on social issues in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interest of the National Association of Counties 65 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Public Citizen's Congress Watch 35 percent in 2005-2006.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Citizens Against Government Waste 59 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the U.S. Public Interest Research Group 57 percent in 2005.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Citizens Against Government Waste 55 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the State PIRGs Working Together 48 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the U.S. Public Interest Research Group 48 percent in 2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Public Citizen's Congress Watch 8 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Radical Middle 35 percent in 2003-2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Citizens Against Government Waste 68 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Public Citizen's Congress Watch 33 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the State PIRGs Working Together 33 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the U.S. Public Interest Research Group 33 percent in 2003.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Citizens Against Government Waste 88 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the U.S. Public Interest Research Group 50 percent in 2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association of Counties 71 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Public Citizen's Congress Watch 23 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Radical Middle 15 percent in 2001-2002.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Citizens Against Government Waste 67 percent in 2001.

Gun Issues

(Back to top)

2010  In 2010 Gun Owners of America - April Ratings gave Representative Kirk a grade of F- .

2009  In 2009 Gun Owners of America gave Representative Kirk a grade of F-.

2008  In 2008 National Rifle Association gave Representative Kirk a grade of F, in its scorecard for candidates seeking office in 2008.

2007  In 2007 Gun Owners of America gave Representative Kirk a grade of F-.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Gun Owners of America 0 percent in 2006.

2006  Based on lifetime voting records on gun issues and the results of a questionnaire sent to all Congressional candidates in 2006, the National Rifle Association assigned Representative Kirk a grade of F (with grades ranging from a high of A+ to a low of F).

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Gun Owners of America 0 percent in 2005.

2004  Based on lifetime voting records on gun issues and the results of a questionnaire sent to all Congressional candidates in 2004, the National Rifle Association assigned Representative Kirk a grade of D (with grades ranging from a high of A+ to a low of F).

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Gun Owners of America 10 percent in 2003-2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence 75 percent from 1988-2003 (Senate) or 1991-2003 (House).

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Coalition to Stop Gun Violence 0 percent in 2003.

2003  In 2003 Gun Owners of America gave Representative Kirk a grade of F.

2002  On the votes that the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence considered to be the most important as of 2002, Representative Kirk voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time. These scores are cumulative for each representative's time in their current office. The Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence considered votes from 1988-2002 in the House and 1991-2002 in the Senate when determining these scores.

2002  Based on lifetime voting records on gun issues and the results of a questionnaire sent to all Congressional candidates in 2002, the National Rifle Association assigned Representative Kirk a grade of D (with grades ranging from a high of A+ to a low of F).

2001-2002  Based on the results of a questionnaire the Gun Owners of America assigned Representative Kirk a grade of F (with grades ranging from a high of A+ to a low of F-).

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Coalition to Stop Gun Violence 100 percent in 2001.

1991-2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence 90 percent between 1991-2009.

1988-2008  Based on lifetime voting records on gun issues and the results of a questionnaire sent to all candidates from 1988-2008, the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence assigned Representative Kirk a grade of 90 percent.

Health Issues

(Back to top)

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Nurses Association 0 percent in 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Public Health Association 56 percent in 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology 0 percent in 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Association of University Centers on Disabilites 66 percent in 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of The Children's Health Fund 16 percent in 2009.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Academy of General Dentistry 100 percent in 2008.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Public Health Association 78 percent in 2008.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Hospital Association 29 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Breast Cancer Coalition 25 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  In 2007-2008 Saint Joseph Health System gave Representative Kirk a grade of 54.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Children's Health Fund 100 percent in 2007-2008.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Academy of General Dentistry 100 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Alliance For Headache Disorders Advocacy 100 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Academy of Family Physicians 100 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Public Health Association 73 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology 50 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Association of University Centers on Disabilites 40 percent in 2007.

2007  In 2007 Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance gave Representative Kirk a rating of 100.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the League of Women Voters 67 percent in 2007.

2007  On the votes that the The Children's Health Fund considered to be the most important in 2007, Representative Kirk voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Academy of General Dentistry 70 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Public Health Association 40 percent in 2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the AIDS Action Council 0 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Academy of Emergency Medicine 100 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Hospital Association 22 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Nurses Association 0 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Breast Cancer Coalition 25 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Rural Health Association 50 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  On the votes that the Saint Joseph Health System considered to be the most important in 2005-2006, Representative Kirk voted their preferred position 16 percent of the time.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Public Health Association 38 percent in 2005.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American College of Emergency Physicians 100 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Public Health Association 67 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Citizens for Health - Whole Person Health Rating 25 percent in 2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Academy of Emergency Medicine 100 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Breast Cancer Coalition 67 percent in 2003-2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American College of Emergency Physicians 100 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists 100 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Public Health Association 12 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Global AIDS Alliance 25 percent in 2003.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American College of Emergency Physicians 100 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists 100 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Public Health Association 17 percent in 2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Breast Cancer Coalition 80 percent in 2001-2002.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the AIDS Action Council 60 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists 50 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Medical Association 0 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Public Health Association 50 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Breast Cancer Coalition 40 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society 100 percent in 2001.

Immigration

(Back to top)

2007-2010  Representative Kirk supported the interests of National Latino Congreso/William C. Velásquez Institute - March Progress Report 17 percent in 2007-2010.

2007-2008  In 2007-2008 English First gave Representative Kirk a grade of A.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Federation for American Immigration Reform 67 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  In 2007-2008 The Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian Americans - Immigration gave Representative Kirk a rating of 0.

2007-2008  In 2007-2008 U.S. English gave Representative Kirk a grade of C.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the English First 100 percent in 2007.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Immigration Lawyers Association 0 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the English First 0 percent in 2006.

2005-2008  Based on lifetime voting records on immigration issues in 2005-2008, the Americans for Better Immigration assigned Representative Kirk a grade of B (with grades ranging from a high of A+ to a low of F).

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Americans for Better Immigration 70 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Iranian American Political Action Committee 50 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the U.S. Border Control 67 percent in 2005-2006.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Immigration Lawyers Association 33 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Immigration Control 100 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Federation for American Immigration Reform 71 percent in 2005.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Federation for American Immigration Reform 60 percent in 2004.

2003-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Better Immigration 78 percent in 2003-2006.

2003-2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Better Immigration 46 percent in 2003-2005.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the U.S. Border Control 60 percent in 2003-2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Federation for American Immigration Reform 0 percent in 2003.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Immigration Lawyers Association 0 percent in 2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Federation for American Immigration Reform 0 percent in 2001-2002.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Immigration Lawyers Association 50 percent in 2001.

1995-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Immigration Lawyers Association 40 percent from 1995-2004.

1989-2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Better Immigration 48 percent in 1989-2003.

1989-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Americans for Better Immigration 33 percent from 1989-2002.

1989-2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Better Immigration 36 percent in 1989-2001.

Labor

(Back to top)

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the AFL-CIO 48 percent in 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the AFL-CIO - Lifetime 34 percent during their legislative career up until 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Federation of Government Employees 23 percent in 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Federally Employed Women 70 percent in 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Illinois AFL-CIO 24 percent in 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Illinois AFL-CIO - Lifetime 22 percent during their legislative career up until 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers 40 percent in 2009.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the AFL-CIO 47 percent in 2008.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the AFL-CIO - Lifetime 31 percent during their legislative career up until 2008.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees 43 percent in 2008.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees - Lifetime 18 percent during their legislative career up until 2008.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Illinois AFL-CIO 47 percent in 2008.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers 16 percent in 2008.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Latin America Working Group 0 percent in 2008.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Service Employees International Union 33 percent in 2008.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Alliance for Worker Freedom 44 percent in 2008.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Utility Workers Union of America 0 percent in 2008.

2007-2008  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to Federally Employed Women's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 60.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Foodservice Distributors Association 87 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the United Food & Commercial Workers 43 percent in 2007-2008.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the AFL-CIO 52 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees 27 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Bakery, Confectionary, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers Int 100 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Federally Employed Women 60 percent in 2007.

2007  In 2007 International Brotherhood of Boilermakers gave Representative Kirk a grade of 60.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Service Employees International Union 52 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Alliance for Worker Freedom 27 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The National Lumber and Building Material Dealers Association 60 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the United Auto Workers 57 percent in 2007.

2007  In 2007 Utility Workers Union of America gave Representative Kirk a grade of 40.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the AFL-CIO 36 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees 14 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers 50 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers 50 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors 75 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Service Employees International Union 33 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Transportation Communications Union 50 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the United Auto Workers 23 percent in 2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers 17 percent in 2005-2006.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the AFL-CIO 20 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Federation of Government Employees 15 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees 25 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers 0 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers 25 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors 33 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Service Employees International Union 25 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Transportation Communications Union 0 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the United Auto Workers 14 percent in 2005.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the AFL-CIO 29 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Postal Workers Union 29 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Communications Workers of America 0 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers 14 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers 12 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Service Employees International Union 14 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Transportation Communications Union 0 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the United Auto Workers 20 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the United Electrical Radio and Machine Workers 17 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Workplace Fairness 0 percent in 2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Federation of Government Employees 0 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees 0 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Bakery, Confectionary, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers Int 21 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers 18 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association for the Self-Employed 71 percent in 2003-2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the AFL-CIO 7 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees 0 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Communications Workers of America 11 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers 0 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers 14 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers 25 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Service Employees International Union 0 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Transportation Communications Union 29 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the United Auto Workers 0 percent in 2003.Those who supported or provided other assistance in connection with a UAW organizing drive are given an extra 10% bonus.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the United Electrical Radio and Machine Workers 0 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Workplace Fairness 0 percent in 2003.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the AFL-CIO 11 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Benefits Council 60 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Federation of Government Employees 0 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees 0 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Communications Workers of America 11 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers 0 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers 25 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Pennsylvania State Nurses Association 67 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Service Employees International Union 18 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Transportation Communications Union 9 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the United Auto Workers 8 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the United Electrical Radio and Machine Workers 14 percent in 2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Postal Workers Union 0 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers 25 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association for the Self-Employed 71 percent in 2001-2002.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the AFL-CIO 25 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Benefits Council 100 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Federation of Government Employees 13 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees 10 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers 22 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers 40 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Service Employees International Union 25 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Transportation Communications Union 57 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the United Auto Workers 15 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the United Electrical Radio and Machine Workers 0 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the United Food & Commercial Workers 0 percent in 2001.

1999  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the AFL-CIO 7 percent in 1999.

Legal Issues

(Back to top)

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Bar Association 0 percent in 2001-2002.

Liberal

(Back to top)

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Americans for Democratic Action 35 percent in 2009.

2009  In 2009 the Irregular Times/Progressive Patriots - Net Congressional Score - May 14, 2010 gave Representative Kirk a rating of -5.

2009  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to the Irregular Times/Progressive Patriots - Progressive Action Score - May 14, 2010's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 28 percent.

2009  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to the Irregular Times/Progressive Patriots - Regressive Action Score - May 14, 2010's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 33 percent.

2009  According to the National Journal - Composite Conservative Score's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more conservative on economic, defense and foreign policy issues than 61 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2009.

2009  According to the National Journal - Composite Liberal Score's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more liberal on economic, defense and foreign policy issues than 39 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2009.

2009  According to the National Journal - Liberal on Economic Policy's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more liberal on economic policy issues than 37 percent members within the same chamber of Congress in 2009.

2009  According to the National Journal - Liberal on Foreign Policy calculations, Representative Kirk voted more liberal on foreign policy issues than 39 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2009.

2009  According to the National Journal - Liberal on Social Policy's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more liberal on social policy issues than 42 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2009.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Democratic Action 55 percent in 2008.

2008  According to the National Journal - Composite Liberal Score's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more liberal on economic, defense and foreign policy issues than 42 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2008.

2008  According to the National Journal - Liberal on Economic Policy's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more liberal on economic policy issues than 42 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2008.

2008  According to the National Journal - Liberal on Foreign Policy's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more liberal on foreign policy issues than 41 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2008.

2008  According to the National Journal - Liberal on Social Policy's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more liberal on social policy issues than 43 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2008.

2007-2008  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to the Irregular Times/Progressive Patriots - Progressive Action Score's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 33 percent.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Democratic Action 40 percent in 2007.

2007  According to the National Journal - Composite Liberal Score's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more liberal on economic, defense and foreign policy issues than 45.5 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2007.

2007  According to the National Journal - Liberal on Economic Policy's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more liberal on economic policy issues than 45 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2007.

2007  According to the National Journal - Liberal on Foreign Policy's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more liberal on foreign policy issues than 44 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2007.

2007  According to the National Journal - Liberal on Social Policy's calculations, Representative Kirk voted more liberal on social policy issues than 47 percent of members within the same chamber of Congress in 2007.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Democratic Action 45 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Composite Liberal Score 48.7 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Economic Policy 47 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Foreign Policy 43 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Social Policy 55 percent in 2006.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Democratic Action 30 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Committee for an Effective Congress 25 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Composite Liberal Score 52 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Conservative on Social Policy 42 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Economic Policy 49 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Foreign Policy 48 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Social Policy 57 percent in 2005.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Democratic Action 45 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Economic Policy 50 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Foreign Policy 44 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Social Policy 58 percent in 2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Democratic Action 10 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Committee for an Effective Congress 5 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Composite Liberal Score 50 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Economic Policy 50 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Foreign Policy 45 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Social Policy 53 percent in 2003.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Democratic Action 20 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Composite Conservative Score 60 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Composite Liberal Score 40 percent in 2002.

2002  According to the National Journal - Conservative on Economic Policy's calculations, in 2002, Representative Kirk voted more conservative on economic policy issues than 57 percent of the Representatives.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Conservative on Foreign Policy 78 percent in 2002.

2002  According to the National Journal - Conservative on Social Policy's calculations, in 2002, Representative Kirk voted more conservative on social policy issues than 40 percent of the Representatives.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Economic Policy 42 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Foreign Policy 15 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Social Policy 59 percent in 2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Committee for an Effective Congress 15 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the People for the American Way 53 percent in 2001-2002.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Americans for Democratic Action 25 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Committee for an Effective Congress 10 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Conservative on Economic Policy 54 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Conservative on Foreign Policy 60 percent in 2001.

2001  According to the National Journal - Conservative on Social Policy's calculations, in 2001, Representative Kirk voted more conservative on social policy issues than 42 percent of the Representatives.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Economic Policy 46 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Foreign Policy 33 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Social Policy 58 percent in 2001.

Military Issues

(Back to top)

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Military Officers Association of America 0 percent in 2009.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Women's Action for New Directions (WAND) and-WILL 50 percent in 2006.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Women's Action for New Directions (WAND) and-WILL 32 percent in 2003-2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Non Commissioned Officers Association 100 percent in 2003.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Non Commissioned Officers Association 100 percent in 2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Women's Action for New Directions (WAND) and-WILL 33 percent in 2001-2002.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Non Commissioned Officers Association 86 percent in 2001.

National Security Issues

(Back to top)

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Security Council Foundation 90 percent in 2009.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Security Council Foundation 90 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  In 2007-2008 Center for Security Policy gave Representative Kirk a rating of 88 percent.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Center for Security Policy 93 percent in 2005-2006.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Security Council Foundation 90 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Center for Security Policy 75 percent in 2003-2004.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Security Council Foundation 50 percent in 2002.

1998-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Center for Security Policy 91 percent in 1998-2002.

Science and Medical Research

(Back to top)

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology 100 percent in 2006.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology 50 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Parkinsons Action Network 100 percent in 2005.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics 100 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Society of Anesthesiologists 100 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology 75 percent in 2003.

Senior and Social Security Issues

(Back to top)

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Alliance for Retired Americans 20 percent in 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Alliance for Retired Americans - Lifetime 20 percent during their legislative career up until 2009.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Alliance for Retired Americans 60 percent in 2008.

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Alliance for Retired Americans - Lifetime 19 percent during their legislative career up until 2008.

2007-2008  In 2007-2008 The American Geriatrics Society gave Representative Kirk a grade of B-.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Alliance for Retired Americans 44 percent in 2007.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Alliance for Retired Americans 10 percent in 2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association 67 percent in 2005-2006.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Alliance for Retired Americans 10 percent in 2005.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Alliance for Retired Americans 38 percent in 2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association 75 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Retire Safe 79 percent in 2003-2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Alliance for Retired Americans 0 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging 50 percent in 2003.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Alliance for Retired Americans 0 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association 33 percent in 2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare 31 percent in 2001-2002.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Alliance for Retired Americans 0 percent in 2001.

Social Issues

(Back to top)

2009  Based on legislative votes on the floor and in various committees, Representative Kirk supported Population Connection's interests 50 percent of the time.

2008  In 2008 Drum Major Institute for Public Policy gave Representative Kirk a grade of C.

2008  In 2008 NETWORK, A National Catholic Social Justice Lobby gave Representative Kirk a rating of 58 percent.

2007-2010  Representative Kirk supported the interests of National Latino Congreso/William C. Velásquez Institute - March Progress Report 17 percent in 2007-2010.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Population Action International 100 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  Based on the votes, committee votes, co-sponsorships and other leadership actions that took place between 2007-2008 the Secular Coalition for America assigned Representative Kirk a grade of B. With grades ranging from a high of A+ to a low of F.

2007  In 2007 Drum Major Institute for Public Policy gave Representative Kirk a grade of C.

2007  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to NETWORK, A National Catholic Social Justice Lobby's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 54.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association of Social Workers 100 percent in 2007.

2007  In 2007, Representative Kirk received a score of 86 percent, based on votes cast in support of Population Connection's positions.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the NETWORK, A National Catholic Social Justice Lobby 40 percent in 2006.

2006  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to National Association of Social Workers's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 80.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Population Connection 86 percent in 2006.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Secular Coalition for America 60 percent in 2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Population Action International 100 percent in 2005-2006.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Drum Major Institute for Public Policy 0 percent in 2005.

2005  In 2005 Hope for Peace and Justice gave Representative Kirk a rating of 0.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the NETWORK, A National Catholic Social Justice Lobby 0 percent in 2005.

2005  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to National Association of Social Workers's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 25.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Population Connection 83 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Population Institute 100 percent in 2005.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Drum Major Institute for Public Policy 14 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the NETWORK, A National Catholic Social Justice Lobby 13 percent in 2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Population Action International 100 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Population Connection 86 percent in 2003-2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Drum Major Institute for Public Policy 33 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the NETWORK, A National Catholic Social Justice Lobby 8 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Population Action International 100 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Population Connection 80 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Population Institute 100 percent in 2003.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Californians for Population Stabilization 33 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the NETWORK, A National Catholic Social Justice Lobby 12 percent in 2002.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Population Connection 78 percent in 2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Association of Social Workers 25 percent in 2001-2002.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Californians for Population Stabilization 50 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Youth Advocacy Coalition 33 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Population Connection 80 percent in 2001.

Technology and Communication

(Back to top)

2008  In 2008 CNET News gave Representative Kirk a rating of 44 percent.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Information Technology Industry Council 71 percent in 2007-2008.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the AeA 66 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Computer & Communications Industry Association 75 percent in 2007.

2006  In 2006 CNET News gave Representative Kirk a rating of 44 percent.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Computer & Communications Industry Association 43 percent in 2005-2006.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Information Technology Industry Council 78 percent in 2003-2004.

2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Information Technology Industry Council 100 percent in 2002.

Trade Issues

(Back to top)

2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Alliance for Worker Freedom 44 percent in 2008.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the International Foodservice Distributors Association 87 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  In 2007-2008 USA Engage gave Representative Kirk a grade of B.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Associated Equipment Distributors 100 percent in 2007.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Alliance for Worker Freedom 27 percent in 2007.

2005-2006  In 2005-2006 USA Engage gave Representative Kirk a grade of A.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Cato Institute - Trade Barrier Votes 67 percent in 2003-2004 for Trade Barrier Votes.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Cato Institute - Trade Subsidy Votes 100 percent in 2003-2004 for Trade Subsidy Votes.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Cato Institute - Trade Barrier Votes 55 percent in 2001-2002 for Trade Barrier Votes.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Cato Institute - Trade Subsidy Votes 43 percent in 2001-2002 for Trade Subsidy Votes.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the USA Engage 60 percent in 2001-2002.

Transportation Issues

(Back to top)

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Road and Transportation Builders Association 100 percent in 2005-2006.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Road and Transportation Builders Association 100 percent in 2003-2004.

Veterans Issues

(Back to top)

2007-2008  In 2007-2008 Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America gave Representative Kirk a grade of A.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Disabled American Veterans 66 percent in 2006.

2006  In 2006 Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America gave Representative Kirk a grade of C+.

2006  Representative Kirk sponsored or co-sponsored 14 percent of the legislation favored by the The Retired Enlisted Association in 2006.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Disabled American Veterans 0 percent in 2005.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Disabled American Veterans 0 percent in 2004.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Retired Enlisted Association 33 percent in 2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Vietnam Veterans of America 38 percent in 2003-2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Veterans 50 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Disabled American Veterans 0 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The American Legion 40 percent in 2003.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Disabled American Veterans 100 percent in 2001.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Vietnam Veterans of America 77 percent in 2001.

Welfare and Poverty

(Back to top)

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Sargent Shriver National Center on Poverty Law 56 percent in 2009.

2008  In 2008 the Sargent Shriver National Center on Poverty Law gave Representative Kirk a grade of 59 percent.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Alliance to Stop the War on the Poor - Affordable Energy 42 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of RESULTS 47 percent in 2007-2008.

2007  In 2007 the Sargent Shriver National Center on Poverty Law gave Representative Kirk a grade of C percent.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the RESULTS 16 percent in 2005-2006.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Bread for the World 75 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the The Partnership for the Homeless 33 percent in 2003-2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Bread for the World 100 percent in 2003.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Bread for the World 67 percent in 2001-2002.

Women's Issues

(Back to top)

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Association of University Women 22 percent in 2009.

2009  Representative Kirk supported the interests of Federally Employed Women 70 percent in 2009.

2007-2008  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Association of University Women 80 percent in 2007-2008.

2007-2008  Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to Federally Employed Women's position, Representative Kirk received a rating of 60.

2007-2008  On the votes used to calculate its ratings, the National Organization for Women attaches more value to those votes it considers more important. For 2007-2008, the National Organization for Women gave Representative Kirk a rating of 75 percent.

2007  In 2007 American Association of University Women gave Representative Kirk a grade of 83.

2007  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Federally Employed Women 60 percent in 2007.

2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce 0 percent in 2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Association of University Women 70 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Business and Professional Women USA 0 percent in 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Federally Employed Women 40 percent in the 2005-2006.

2005-2006  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Organization for Women 45 percent in 2005-2006.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Association of University Women 83 percent in 2005.

2005  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the National Organization for Women 43 percent in 2005.

2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce 50 percent in 2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Association of University Women 43 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Business and Professional Women USA 54 percent in 2003-2004.

2003-2004  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Federally Employed Women 10 percent in 2003-2004.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Association of University Women 20 percent in 2003.

2003  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Business and Professional Women USA 43 percent in 2003.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Association of University Women 55 percent in 2001-2002.

2001-2002  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the Business and Professional Women USA 36 percent in 2001-2002.

2001  Representative Kirk supported the interests of the American Association of University Women 43 percent in 2001.

How to Interpret these Evaluations: (Back to top) Project Vote Smart collects performance evaluations from special interest groups who provide them, regardless of issue or bias. If you have any comments concerning performance evaluations or know of a group that provides ratings not included here, please contact us at ratings@vote-smart.org. Keep in mind that ratings done by special interest groups are biased. They do not represent a non-partisan stance. In addition, some groups select votes that tend to favor members of one political party over another, rather than choosing votes based solely on issues concerns. Nevertheless, they can be invaluable in showing where an incumbent has stood on a series of votes in the past one or two years, especially when ratings by groups on all sides of an issue are compared. Website links, if available, and descriptions of the organizations offering performance evaluations are accessible by clicking on the name of the group. Most performance evaluations are displayed in a percentage format. However, some organizations present their ratings in the form of a letter grade or endorsement based on voting records, interviews, survey results and/or sources of campaign funding. For consistency, Project Vote Smart converts all scores into a percentage when possible. Please visit the group's website or call 1-888-VOTESMART for more specific information.