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kendg8r |
Posted: Mar 29 2006, 11:15 AM
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Administrator Group: Admin Posts: 185 Member No.: 1 Joined: 17-December 04 |
Ever use President Forever? The platform is set up like theirs. Pick the stance closest to your own views. Some issues are worth more than others (like a pro-life Democrat will always seem more conservative than any pro-choice Democrat with similar views on all other issues).
Make sure to include your name and party in the reply. Do not add qualifying commentary; that's what a campaign is for. War in Iraq (double) L � The war was a mistake and we should immediately withdraw. CL � We have mismanaged the war and peace, and should develop a withdrawal timetable. C � The war is not going well, but we cannot leave Iraq completely undefended. CR � We are seeing progress in Iraq and cannot cut and run at this time. R � We must stay in Iraq indefinitely to set up a democracy free from terrorism. Economy/Jobs L � We should protect our jobs with tariffs and a ban on outsourcing. CL � We should raise the minimum wage. C � Target investments and tax breaks toward areas in need. CR � Cutting taxes and eliminating regulations is the best way to create jobs. R � Balance the budget and let market forces do the work for us. Terrorism L � A holy war against Islamic terrorists is not in our best interests. CL � We need to address the socioeconomic causes of terrorism. C � We should focus on stronger intelligence, better foreign policy. CR � We must be willing to use force when needed. R � We must use the doctrine of preemption to stop any terror attack. Healthcare L � America needs a single-payer universal healthcare system. CL � Children should have universal coverage, public if needed. C � Balance priorities, but first fix the prescription drug benefit. CR � We should do more to restrain out-of-control costs. R � Let the market do more, not less, in health care. Gas prices and energy dependence L � Raise the gas tax, invest more in mass transit. CL � We need to promote alternative fuels, strong fuel economy standards. C � The focus should remain on restraining the cost of gasoline. CR � Corporate tax breaks for energy innovation. R � Increase production, drill in ANWR, etc. Immigration L � We are a nation of immigrants. Free the borders. CL � Support creation of guest-worker programs. C � Enforce existing immigration laws. CR � Tighten the borders, and increase security at points of entry. R � End all immigration. Deficit spending L � Raise taxes to reduce deficit CL � Scrap the Bush tax cuts. C � Target congressional pork, special tax loopholes, and inefficiencies. CR � Across the board spending cuts, except for defense R � Cut entitlement benefits to help balance the budget. Ethics reform L � Heavily restrict gifts and travel from lobbyists; end lobbyist-spouse hirings. CL � End earmarks and the adding of items during conference committee review. C � Get the Ethics Committees working again CR � We should focus on full disclosure of activities and gifts. R � The actions of a few shouldn�t punish the rest of Congress. Civil liberties L � Repeal the Patriot Act. CL � End illegal wiretapping; increase congressional oversight C � Support existing law enforcement powers. CR � Trust the President to do the right thing. R � Winning the war on terror is more important than civil liberties. Abortion (triple) L � Abortion should be available on demand, publicly funded if needed. CL � Abortions should be safe, legal, and rare. C - No partial birth abortions should be allowed. CR � Abortion should be curtailed except for the rape, incest, or life of the mother. R � Roe vs. Wade should be overturned. Gun control L � Ban all guns! CL � Restore the 1994 ban on assault weapons. C � Close the gun show loophole. CR � Gun control is a state issue. R � Gun ownership is a constitutional right. Business regulations L � Corporations should serve the public interest. CL � The right to unionize should be preserved. C � We should support a labor-management partnership. CR � Reduce regulatory burden to help job creation. R � The business of America is business. Taxes L � Tax increases on corporations and wealthy people. CL � Tax hikes to balance the budget. C � Lower taxes for small businesses, middle class Americans. CR � Make permanent the Bush tax cuts. R � Abolish income taxes; move to a flat tax or sales tax. Environment L � A clean environment has to be our number one priority. CL � Increase enforcement of environmental laws and toxic cleanups. Ban MtBE. C � An America that is clean but also prosperous is an important legacy. CR � Keeping nature intact is important, but not at the expense of economic growth. R � Global warming is a myth. Gay rights (double) L � Gays should have equal civil rights as anyone else, including marriage. CL � We should explore civil unions and adoption by gay couples. C � Sexual diversity should be protected from discrimination. CR � Protect the sanctity of marriage. R � Gays should end their deviant behavior. -------------------- Ken Kerns
Administrator, Road to Power AIM: ufdemocrat | Email: kernscorp@yahoo.com |
PeterL |
Posted: Jul 12 2006, 12:19 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 2 Member No.: 69 Joined: 12-July 06 |
Peter Lucas Republican
War in Iraq (double) C � The war is not going well, but we cannot leave Iraq completely undefended. Economy/Jobs CR � Cutting taxes and eliminating regulations is the best way to create jobs. Terrorism R � We must use the doctrine of preemption to stop any terror attack. Healthcare C � Balance priorities, but first fix the prescription drug benefit. Gas prices and energy dependence CL � We need to promote alternative fuels, strong fuel economy standards. Immigration CR � Tighten the borders, and increase security at points of entry. Deficit spending R � Cut entitlement benefits to help balance the budget. Ethics reform R � The actions of a few shouldn�t punish the rest of Congress. Civil liberties R � Winning the war on terror is more important than civil liberties. Abortion (triple) R � Roe vs. Wade should be overturned. Gun control R � Gun ownership is a constitutional right. Business regulations CR � Reduce regulatory burden to help job creation. Taxes R � Abolish income taxes; move to a flat tax or sales tax. Environment CL � Increase enforcement of environmental laws and toxic cleanups. Ban MtBE. Gay rights (double) R � Gays should end their deviant behavior. |
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Guest_kendg8r |
Posted: Jul 22 2006, 10:42 AM
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Just FYI - Road to Power will not be starting for a couple more months, I think. I am just getting things set up right now.
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