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@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

If the 2024 Presidential election were held today, which candidate would you vote for?

With the possible exception of Ron Paul, I do not see a real libertarian on you list. I would like to see a real libertarian candidate, and "None of the above"…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should the U.S. continue to participate in the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)?

The government should part no role in regulating commerce - other than preventing fraud.

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should the government require businesses to pay salaried employees, making up to $46k/year, time-and-a-half for overtime hours?

Required by law - no. This should be a decision by the business itself. Such benefits may provide an advantage in hiring/retaining talented employees, giving th…

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@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should businesses be required to provide paid leave for full-time employees during the birth of a child or sick family member?

Required by law - no. This should be a decision by the business itself. Such benefits may provide an advantage in hiring/retaining talented employees, giving th…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should employers be required to pay men and women the same salary for the same job?

Required by law - no. Any business that does not treat all employees equally, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, ethnic background, etc) is being short-s…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Do you believe labor unions help or hurt the economy?

Both. As a bulwark against abuse of workers, unions provide an invaluable service to their members. However, too many unions have abandoned this basic responsib…

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@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should the U.S. continue to support Israel?

I support George Washington's, Thomas Jefferson's and John Quincy Adams's position on foreigh policy - peaceful interaction with all countries, military allianc…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should foreign terrorism suspects be given constitutional rights?

There is not such thing as "Constitutional rights". Rights exist as part of being a person, The Constitutions was established to prevent government violation of…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should the U.S. remain in the United Nations?

Mixed feelings. I support active interaction with other countries, including through the UN. I also recognize the UN is not a neutral forum for the free exchang…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should the U.S. accept refugees from Syria?

This issue should be moot. The Constitution does not give the government the authority to decide who may come to this country; only the authority to set require…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should immigrants be required to pass a citizenship test to demonstrate a basic understanding of our country’s language, history, and government?

Only if/when they apply for citizenship.

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should the government increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?

There should be no such thing as "illegal immigration". The Constitution does not give the government the authority to decide who may come to this country; only…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should working illegal immigrants be given temporary amnesty?

There should be no such thing as "illegal immigration". The Constitution does not give the government the authority to decide who may come to this country; only…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should children of illegal immigrants be granted legal citizenship?

There should be no such thing as "illegal immigration". The Constitution does not give the government the authority to decide who may come to this country; only…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should local law enforcement be allowed to detain illegal immigrants for minor crimes and transfer them to federal immigration authorities?

There should be no such thing as "illegal immigration". The Constitution does not give the government the authority to decide who may come to this country; only…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should undocumented immigrants be offered in-state tuition rates at public colleges within their residing state?

Their should be no public colleges. The government has no authority to run an educational system - at any level. There should be no such thing as "undocumented…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should illegal immigrants have access to government-subsidized healthcare?

The government has no role in health care; it is strictly a matter between the patient and his/her health care provider. All laws/regulations concerning health…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should there be term limits set for members of Congress?

Formal limits set by law - no. The election system shold be made more competitive so that individuals who do not fulfill their responsibilities can be easily ch…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should the U.S. government grant immunity to Edward Snowden?

Not just immunity. He, and other individuals responsible for exposing government misconduct (e.g. Chelsea Manning, Julian Aussange, Daniel Hale) should be recog…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should people on the “no-fly list” be banned from purchasing guns and ammunition?

There should be no such thing as a "No fly" list. Private transportation entities should be responsible for ensuring the security of their passengers.

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@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should there be more restrictions on the current process of purchasing a gun?

The government has no authority to determine what weapons an individual may possess. All laws/regulations limiting access to any weapons by individuals should b…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should producers be required to label genetically engineered foods (GMOs)?

Required by law - NO. Provided as a choice by the producer - as advantageous in promoting their product(s).

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should the government require children to be vaccinated for preventable diseases?

The government has no role in health care; it is strictly a matter between the patient and his/her health care provider. All laws/regulations concerning health…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should health insurers be allowed to deny coverage to individuals who have a pre-existing condition?

The government has no role in health care; it is strictly a matter between the patient and his/her health care provider. All laws/regulations concerning health…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment?

The government has no role in health care; it is strictly a matter between the patient and his/her health care provider. All laws/regulations concerning health…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should the federal government be allowed to negotiate drug prices for Medicare?

The government has no role in health care; it is strictly a matter between the patient and his/her health care provider. All laws/regulations concerning health…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should people be required to work in order to receive Medicaid?

The government has no role in health care; it is strictly a matter between the patient and his/her health care provider. All laws/regulations concerning health…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Do you support a single-payer healthcare system?

The government has no role in health care; it is strictly a matter between the patient and his/her health care provider. All laws/regulations concerning health…

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@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should the federal government increase funding of health care for low income individuals (Medicaid)?

The government has no role in health care; it is strictly a matter between the patient and his/her health care provider. All laws/regulations concerning health…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Do you support the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Obamacare)?

The government has no role in health care; it is strictly a matter between the patient and his/her health care provider. All laws/regulations concerning health…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty?

All drug laws should be repealed. It is none of the government's business what people do. Upon repeal of such laws, this question becomes moot. See my response…

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@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Do you support mandatory minimum prison sentences for people charged with drug possession?

All drug laws should be repealed. It is none of the government's business what people do. Upon repeal of such laws, this question becomes moot.

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should funding for local police departments be redirected to social and community based programs?

Mixed feelings. Police departments should be limited in the kinds of situations they interfere in; but complete defunding is not the answer.

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should there be a 5-year ban on White House and Congressional officials from becoming lobbyists after they leave the government?

There should be an absolute ban, not just a limited time one. I would also consider an absolute ban on lobbyists being allowed to hold appointed political offic…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties?

Mixed feelings. I oppose the concept of limiting who can contribute and how much they can contribute; however, I believe donations by large organizations can be…

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@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Was the 2020 US presidential election conducted fairly?

Simple answer - NO. I don't believe any election since 1800 has been "fair - i.e. without the influence of a duopoly that limits choice and forces voters into c…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should a photo ID be required to vote? Since 2011, twelve states have passed laws that require a photo identification to vote. Supporters argue that ID’s …

Mixed feelings. It should be possible to verify the actual eligibility of an individual to vote (i.e. a voter registration card); but the demand for photo ids f…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Do you support the death penalty? The death penalty or capital punishment is the punishment by death for a crime. Currently 58 countries worldwide allow the dea…

Mixed feelings. I believe in "an eye for an eye"; but do not trust the government to wield such power. The long, sordid history of government abuse of capital p…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors?

Required by law - absolutely not. A rationally functioning business is foolish to not employ the best qualified candidates for any position, regardless of irrel…

@8WX2B45 from Virginia answered…4yrs4Y

What is your stance on abortion? Abortion is a medical procedure resulting in the termination of a human pregnancy and death of a fetus. Abortion was banned in …

All laws on the subject should be repealed. The government has no authority in this matter; it is a private issue between the woman, her physician and her partn…

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