What is your view re: the 9th & 10th Amendments?
The gov't does not grant rights - we possess them by default. The Framers added the 9th\10th Amdmts. to reiterate that we inherently hold all freedoms & relinquish only that which is necessary.
When, if ever, does a fetus acquire the right to live?
Humanity believes in the preservation of life. Therefore it seems sensible that once a fetus becomes viable outside the womb, it's right to live supersedes the woman's right to choose.
Is the style of debate within US politics too destructive?
Do you believe antagonising those that you are trying to convince of your point of view makes them, in any way, more likely to come around to that point of view?
What are positions do you hold that are very different those of your party? Why?
Democrats seem to be on the idealistic side of politics, Republicans, on the realistic side. What mix of these points of view do you hold and how will it help you win, as well as create progress?
Why do you feel that removing Assad will not make a terrible situation worse?
SimilarToIraq,WeWereSoldThe ideaWeShouldRemoveGaddafiOnThe BasisOfHowEvil&UnpopularHeWas.WeKnowBasharAl-Assad isAlso Evil&UnpopularBut AmericansHave LearnedToMistrustThisJustificationForRegimeChange
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Have u cosigned S1214? 2000 horses off racetracks, w Bute export 4 Human consump
Check USDA export livestock for AZ NM & TX also NYS
Will you respect the privacy of voters on the Do Not Call List and not call us?
Everyone knows when politicians passed the Do Not Call law, they left themselves a hole. Ask someone besides a robocaller device if they think a voter will change their vote based on a recording.
Any past U.S. president liable under SEC. 4 of Sen. C.Schumer's Bill?(JASTA)
SEC. 4. AIDING AND ABETTING LIABILITY FOR CIVIL ACTIONS REGARDING TERRORIST ACTS.
How can US politic get pass ideology divisiveness and work together?
Lesson from Vietnam: you have to get past the label. US went to war with 'Nam over communist label. 3m Vietnam & 60k US deaths later, Vietnam now have higher favorability toward US than France & UK
Do you support giving the vote to high school graduates of any age?
Studies have shown adolescent decision making isn't that different than an adult's. Shouldn't someone who proved themselves by graduating be entitled to representation?
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How would you propose to shrink our number of naval battle groups over years?
Seeing as we have ten active aircraft carrier battle groups today and our closest rival only has one, how would you propose that we shrink down our number of naval battle groups over a period of time?
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Would you support or oppose action to criminalize slaughtering animals for food?
Animals killed for food, particularly pigs, are incredibly intelligent and aware of what is happening to them. We should not be able to take away the lives of others for personal gain.
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Are you for raising taxes whether the economy is in a recession or inflation?
We have been in a recession recovering since 2008 and fiscal policy should be to lower taxes, not raise to steer us through. Why is the discussion raising taxes is always good?
Should merit take a back seat to balancing representation number?
America has long held that one's merit is the most important factor leading to a good life and success. The current quest for equal representation undermines this incredibly important tenet.
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Should the U.S. substitute middle eastern oil for American energy initiatives?
American energy policies include renewable and oil based energy.
Would you support the national 1% tax?
Many executives and corporations avoid paying any taxes that reflect the costs to other tax payers. People making more than $125k or companies selling in the USA or abroad more than $250k pay 1% min.
what is your stand on abortion?
I am against abortion unless rape or incest or a woman's life is endangered. I wont vote for any politician who supports abortion
Which is worse, Fascism or Communism?
Which ideology do you believe to be worse for the world & why?