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Peace

• The wars are devastating our economy and society.
• Stop empowering radical Muslim politicians.
• Cease-fire, negotiations, bring troops home promptly.
• End US military imperialism.
• No war with Iran
• Build friendships with trade and investment.

Military

• I support our Armed Forces 100%. We have the best Armed Forces in the world.
• The military isn't the problem; the politicians are the problem.

Government

• Jeffersonian democracy: no government should be so big that it precludes personal interaction between officials and citizens.
• Affirm states' rights, reduce federal government, decentralize government.
• Term limits: two terms for Senators, three for members of Congress
• Lobbying and campaign finance reform
• Redistricting reform; move towards proportional representation or similar innovations

Health Care

• The real problem is health, not health care; we are becoming a nation of invalids.
• Get serious about prevention.
• Address obesity and motivate tobacco cessation to cut health care costs in half.
• Catastrophic coverage for all Americans; minor office visits fee-for-service
• Create/maintain climate that lets health care practitioners enjoy their work.

Immigration

• Immigration is good, but must be approached with common sense.
• Have fair rules, clearly explained.
• Assist immigrants (advice and offices) who are seeking to comply with laws.
• Immigrants should learn English and respect host country.

Drug War

• The drug war hasn't worked.
• Demand reduction does work; trust children's natural desire to learn and thrive.
• Support positive activities for children -- clubs, sports, etc.
• For better or worse, cannabis is here to stay; by decriminalizing it society can begin to develop
  cultural mechanisms to prevent abuse.
• End SWAT raids on ordinary citizens.

Economic

• Tax reform: flat tax or fair tax
• Audit the Federal Reserve.
• Eliminate fractional banking.

Education

• End outrageous college tuition prices.
• School vouchers -- let parents choose private or public schools, or reimburse for home schooling.

Gay Issues

• The dignity of each person must be honored.
• I agree with the libertarian principle that marriage -- homosexual or heterosexual -- is not a government
  concern; intelligent and well-motivated debate about the nature of marriage benefits everyone.
• God loves 'gays' and 'straights' alike.

2nd Amendment

• I am more afraid of our government than of armed citizens.

Work

• "Redeemed corporations" -- worker friendly companies.
• Involve employees more in management decisions.
• Move towards 32-hour work week.