Issue Stances
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Why I Love the 5th District
The 5th District of Florida or, as I often refer to it, the "Great 8" is an amazingly diverse region in West-Central Florida. Below are just a few examples of why I love this District and am thrilled to be a part of the community. It is the most populated congressional...
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Immigration
Immigration is one of the most pertinent issues facing our country. However, Immigration reform requires that several key issues to be addressed: It must lead to tangible results Stronger border security and solutions that involve smarter technology so that there...
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Health Care
With regards to Healthcare Reform, or what has come to be known in the 5th District as Obamacare, I do: Believe the current bill is far from perfect; too much focus on some issues and not nearly enough focus on others Know that some type of legislation needed to be...
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Afghanistan
In our evolving national fight against terrorism: I do support the war efforts in Afghanistan I have unmeasured faith and respect for General Petraeus and our troops on the ground In line with this support though, I maintain that our government must...
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Renewable Energy Economy
The time for our nation’s transition from foreign oil dependence to domestic renewable energy independence has long since passed. The renewable energy research of today must turn into the renewable energy solutions of tomorrow. In Congress, I will: Work to bring the innovation...
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Seniors
Along with creating jobs for the future, protecting and honoring Florida’s pioneering generations is one of my highest priorities. I will: Fight any and all efforts to privatize Social Security in Congress Will work to protect the rights and health care for all...
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Job Creation
The Recession has had a catastrophic effect on Florida, and the 5 th District has been especially devastated. A number of things need to be done: I know that Florida needs a fiscally responsible way to stimulate job creation without hurting or taxing those families that are the most...
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Veterans and Military Families
As an Army veteran of the 101 st Airborne, I will: Stand with my brothers and sisters who have taken an oath to serve and defend our country Hold firm to the belief that it is our duty to protect our soldiers with the tools they need in the field and in combat...
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Women's Issues
I am a firm supporter of pay equality and the tenets behind the Lilly Ledbetter Act. There is no reason for there to be a gender disparity in this country and I: Will do everything I can to close the gap while in Congress Believe in protecting a woman’s right to...
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Agriculture
Florida’s agriculture is an important source of pride for much of our great state. Here in the 5 th District I am committed to: Working with and protecting Florida’s farmers, large and small Working with both parties to craft a common sense approach to...
