United States Representative 2 Year Term - Vote for One (1)
Candidates were asked to summarize their backgrounds in 75 words and were allotted 75 words to answer each question. If the candidate did not reply by the required date for publication, the words, "Did not respond in time for publication" appear under the candidate's name.
QUESTION 1
Are you concerned about the size of the federal deficit? Explain your answer.
QUESTION 2
What government measures would you propose to improve access to affordable health care?
QUESTION 3
The United States uses a great deal of fossil fuel for power generation and transportation. What measures would you support to tackle the ever increasing need for energy?
7th District
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Born: 2/15/56. One Son-Gunnar-15. Organic Farmer. Paralegal for Dykema, Gossett; Chrysler Corp.; U of M Law School. Completed The Program on Negotiation at Harvard Law School. Background in Science from U of M School of Natural Resources and Environment. Board of Director for not-for-profits, and guest lecturer at U of M, USDA Farm Women's Symposium, and keynote speaker in San Salvador, El Salvador. Worked with the United Nations under CEDAW. Speak 3 languages.
1. Yes, especially when most of it has been generated in just the past few years. We must have a balanced budget amendment added to the US Constitution. We also need a roll call vote when money is being spent and we need to have a line item veto. Better yet, quit tacking unrelated projects onto bills. We also need to quit borrowing to pay Social Security and use the tax dollars that are collected.
2. We need to be getting folks off the couch, eating right, and stop overmedicating ourselves. Also, take the cap off Social Security. If a person makes over $87,900, they no longer pay into Social Security. So, in the short time I have been typing this answer, Bill Gates has made $87,900. No monies, after he has made $87,900, are taxed on Social Security. This solution will pay for national healthcare for everyone.
3. First, I would work on Conservation. Next, I would give consumers tax credits for home improvements that would reduce their heating and utility bills-better windows, insulation, etc. I would give tax credits for companies in the solar energy business to help them harness the real nuclear reactor-the sun. I would also work closely with our auto industry to help them out of their slump and watch them become real innovators in new technology.
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Born 6/12/23 in Ypsi, MI. Graduated from Ypsi High School in 1941. Joined Air Force 1942. Forced down in Switzerland in Sept. 1943. Served as secret code clerk to military attachÚ' in Berne, Switzerland. Released from active duty Aug. 1945. Worked in the electrical business until retirement at age 60. Have been active participant in politics since high school.
1. Yes, I am concerned about the Federal deficit. If we quit being policemen of the world, my concern would be eased considerably.
2. Well chosen research grants would help relieve health care problems.
3. The U.S. uses a great deal of fossil fuel fighting against people and countries that have done us no harm. Fund military for defense only!
