As a candidate to represent Arizona Congressional District 5 in the
US House of Representatives, I pledge my support for the following campaign
planks:
Balanced Trade
The so-called "free trade agreements" that the elite of this country have
been pursuing for the past half-century are a dangerous lie. They are not
"free" trade -- they are managed trade controlled by unelected
international bureaucrats who serve the interests of multinational corporations
that hold no alegence to the United States or her people.
We are loosing our jobs, our factories, our technology, and yes, our children's
future chasing after the pipe-dream of "free trade."
We must return to a trade policy that allows the US to achieve balanced trade.
Treaties and agreements that prevent the US from maintaining trade balance must
be abolished.
Immigration Reform
We are a nation of immigrants. But we need to control our borders to ensure
that those who enter mean us no harm, respect our laws and culture, and are
willing to assimilate into the American melting pot. Employers who bring in
temporary workers must take responsibility for the care of those workers and
their families, rather than placing the burden on the American taxpayers.
Legislative Reform
All Federal programs shall include in their enabling legislation:
- Cost estimates;
- A mechanism for tracking actual costs;
- Provisions for the orderly scaling back of the program if costs exceed
estimates;
- A clear statement of a quantifiable expected benefit that is expected to
accrue to the taxpayers from the program;
- A mechanism for measuring the benefit attainment actually realized;
- A clear citation of the Arizona and US constitutional authority authorizing
it;
- All legislation shall be read and understood by the appropriate officials
before debate or votes are cast;
- All legislation and regulations that apply to businesses and citizens shall
also apply to government institutions and officials.
Election Reform
I will support election reform to ensure that only qualified voters cast
ballots and to ensure that all votes are accurately counted. Contrary to
current practice, Citizens must be allowed to observe all aspects of
the vote counting process.
Environment
I support a "wise-use" environmental policy that promotes conservation
of our air, land, and water resources while respecting private property rights
and encouraging compatible multiple uses of our public resources.
Families First
I shall seek to lower the barriers to a stable, traditional family life that
is in the best interest of all children.
Pro-Life
The people of Arizona want a sensible approach that protects both mother and
child. I believe that the life of the mother and unborn child are equally
entitled to the protection of the due process of law. I will strive within the
bounds of what is legislatively possible to protect both mother and child,
and call on communities of faith and others of good will to do what cannot
be done by legislation.
Right to Keep and Bear Arms
Given the excellent safety record of CCW permit holders in Arizona,
and statistical evidence that a strong CCW program reduces crime, I pledge
to work to expand this program by promoting reciprocity with other states and
removing counterproductive restrictions.
Private Property
Private property may not be taken for public use until after just compensation
has been paid. Forfeiture laws in which private property is confiscated and the
burden of proof placed on the citizen for its return must be abolished.
Likewise, abuse of Eminent Domain to convert private property to commercial use
must be banished.
Corporate Welfare
I oppose public funding of private ventures.
No New Taxes
I pledge to vote against raising the orverall tax burden on US Citizens, and to
support reductions in all taxes. However, I support replacing the income tax
by tariffs and/or retail sales tax on non-essential goods.
Paid for by The Committee to Elect Orville Weyrich
P.O. Box 5782, Scottsdale, AZ 85261-5782.
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