The United States debt is now more than $12 trillion. The Federal government is adding to this debt with unprecedented deficit spending. Individuals live within their means - so should Washington. I believe that deficit spending year after year that passes the bill to future generations is wrong. It will also weaken our economy and our country in the long run. I will fight for fiscal restraint in Washington, to reduce taxes wherever possible, and to eliminate wasteful Washington spending and make government the most efficient and effective it can be.
I will vote to repeal Obamacare. Middle class tax increases, half a trillion dollars in Medicare cuts and ever more penalties on small businesses are unacceptable. America cannot afford the cost of the Obama-Pelosi health care bill. I support free market reforms to our health care system. I will advocate for increased competition in the insurance industry, medical malpractice liability (tort) reform to reduce rising health care costs, and portability to allow employees to take their health care plan with them when they change jobs. I will protect rural health care and our right to choose our own doctor.
I come from a long line of Kansas farmers and would be proud to serve as our voice in Washington. There are few voices left in Congress speaking for rural America and agriculture. Crop and livestock producers are vital to Kansas and our nation. Not only do they produce safe food, but they are the caretakers of our most valuable natural resources. As your Congressman, I will be dedicated to policy that enables, not hinders, success on the farm while maintaining a healthy rural economy. I will vote to permanently abolish the death tax which is otherwise set to return in 2011.
Economic development is crucial to the future of the First District. I will work to make sure federal legislation and tax policy helps our existing businesses grow. I will use my experience to recruit new businesses. Additionally, I will create an advisory committee of economic development experts and business leaders to regularly meet, discuss, and work together to grow the economy of the First District. I will vote to spur economic development by supporting tax cuts to families and small businesses.
The primary responsibility of the federal government is to provide military protection to its citizens. I oppose treating terrorists like criminals. Terrorists don't have "rights" and, therefore, do not deserve civilian trials. I support keeping open the terrorist detention facility at Guantanamo Bay. The United States should not apologize to anyone for defending our nation.
Our senior citizens spent their lifetimes working hard to make America the nation it is today. As your Congressman, I will keep our promise to our seniors. I will fight any effort to reduce Medicare or Social Security benefits. Our seniors were there for us. We should be there for them.
What I hope to bring to Washington is leadership based on service, sacrifice and hard work. I support public education and will be an advocate for our schools. I believe in Kansas families and I support life. I support the 2nd amendment right to bear arms. And finally, I will be a strong supporter of veterans and will do all I can for the men and women who have fought in service of our country.
The immigration policies of our country need to be reformed and then enforced. We need to secure the border. This is not only an immigration issue but a national security issue as we need to know exactly who and what is entering our country. I do not believe in amnesty. We need to develop a more efficient process and system for law abiding people to be able to come to America to work, pay taxes, and speak English.
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