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DONNA EDWARDS          

PARTY: Democratic

BACKGROUND: I graduated from Wake Forest University (B.A., 1980) and Franklin Pierce Law Center (J.D.,1989). I founded the National Network to End Domestic Violence and as Executive Director I led the fight to pass the Violence Against Women Act. I have served in the House of Representatives since June 2008.

IMMIGRATION: I support a tough, fair, and practical policy that moves undocumented immigrants toward citizenship, strengthens border security, and ensures that employers are accountable and workers are not exploited. I support fair trade policies to protect U.S. jobs, provide fair wages, guarantee workplace safety, and comply with international human rights laws.

CLIMATE CHANGE: I support long-term investments and incentives for clean, renewable energy and mass public transportation to provide real solutions to protect the environment for future generations. We must reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and end subsidies of polluting industries. Transitioning to a greener economy means good jobs and good business. 

ECONOMY: As the mortgage crisis worsens and energy prices maintain record levels, the next financial crisis may be related to credit, as people struggle make ends meet. U.S. consumers already own nearly $1 trillion in credit card debt. I support new, aggressive credit card regulations aimed to help protect consumers.

EDUCATION: While the law itself it not perfect, the goals of NCLB can still be achieved if corrective action is taken immediately. I support revising measures of adequate yearly progress for schools, measure student growth more individually, increase the number of highly qualified teachers, and provide full funding for these initiatives.

HEALTH CARE: I support long-term solutions that will provide affordable, accessible, quality, universal health care for all Americans—focusing on prevention and doctors making medical decisions. I will fight to enable states to negotiate prescription drug prices, and I will not take contributions from drug and insurance companies that block real change.

NATIONAL SECURITY: I support responsibly withdrawing from Iraq and refocusing military priorities on real threats in Afghanistan and Pakistan, while re-establishing our commitment to diplomacy throughout the world. As the daughter of a veteran, I am committed to providing quality medical, educational, compensatory and mental health services to veterans and their families.

U. S. MILITARY: We need to withdraw from Iraq and refocus military priorities on real threats in Afghanistan and Pakistan, while engaging diplomatically with countries in the region. As the daughter of a veteran, I am committed to providing quality medical, educational, compensatory and mental health services to veterans and their families.

DEFICIT: I support tax policy to lift the burden on low- and middle-income families. The Iraq war has cost Marylanders over $8 billion at the expense of health care, education, and investments in alternative energy. We must end tax breaks for the super rich and make corporations pay their fair share.

ENVIRONMENT: A sound environmental policy means good jobs and good business. I support long-term investments in clean, renewable energy – solar, wind, biofuels -- and mass transportation to provide real solutions to protect the environment for future generations. We must reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and end subsidies of polluting industries.

CIVIL RIGHTS: I will work to restore civil liberties that have been compromised under current policy. I oppose warrantless searches, wiretapping and mining of personal data without court oversight. Telecommunications companies that violated the law should be held accountable. The goals of national security can be met while maintaining Constitutional protections.

PETER JAMES          

PARTY: Republican

WEBSITE: peterjames08.com

BACKGROUND: 53 years of life in the US. 25 years studying the monetary system. 35 years high tech knowledge of impact on privacy, environment, and our standard of living. 25 years public good projects. Fighting for rights such as jury trial rights and stopping distribution of citizen information to private entities.

IMMIGRATION: Hitler scapegoated the Gypsies while he enslaved Germany. We are told the illegals are causing our economic problems, when in reality trillions of dollars worth of our wealth is being stolen from us by the international banking cartel. Globalists want open borders. Enforce immigration laws but watch “Money as Debt”.

CLIMATE CHANGE: This presupposes eminent global climate change is valid. Our money system requires a unsustainable 3% production growth rate to feed the debt monster. Fixing the money will reduce energy consumption to a sustainable level. Provide tax credits for geothermal home systems will cut power generation green house gases by 30%.

ECONOMY: Our economy is based on a flawed and unjust monetary system. Google and watch “Money as Debt”. Our greatest leaders Jefferson, Madison, Franklin, Lincoln, Jackson, Garfield have all successfully stopped private money issuance monopolies and fixed the monetary system by returning the power to issue money to the Congress.

EDUCATION: Federal education mandates are nothing more than bribery at best and extortion at worst. You as a parent should control your child’s education, not some bureaucrat .I would abolish the department of education and reduce taxes by a like amount. Local governments could raise additional taxes that would better spent.

HEALTH CARE: We have plenty of healthcare. What we lack is the money to pay for it. By fixing our money system and creating prosperity all Americans’ will be able to afford quality healthcare. The money monopoly has impoverished America to gain monopoly control over all healthcare (30% of the GDP).

NATIONAL SECURITY: "Those who would give up Essential Liberty to purchase a little Temporary Safety deserve neither Liberty nor Safety" Fear mongering has been used to steal our liberty. I would repeal all unconstitutional nation security legislation. We can protect our society without giving up our essential liberties. Freedom makes America special.

U. S. MILITARY: Fully fund benefits for veterans. Stop fighting perpetual war. Reduce 700+ foreign bases to a number we can afford. Use military for defense only, unless we are attacked by a Country and Congress declares war. Pursue terrorist leaders with small antiterrorist units. Get Osama. Don’t fight and die for dictators.

DEFICIT: It’s not the deficit it’s the Debt. See: http://mwhodges.home.att.net/

The private banks create money out of thin air as Debt. They never create the money to pay the interest. This means debt always increases. See the “Money as Debt” video on peterjames08.com. Institute a Just Money system.

ENVIRONMENT: If pollution crosses state or national borders, provide easy access to jury trials and remove all that pretrial legal fiction that favors wealthy litigants. This will reduce unneeded regulation, provide quick affordable justice for both the private citizen plaintiffs and small business defendants. Allow cost recovery of frivolous suits.

CIVIL RIGHTS: Uphold the Constitution. Restore jury trial for “ALL crimes” and Habeas Corpus, uses Congresses power to “make exceptions” to Unconstitutional Court decisions. Restore free exercise of religion, speech, and press. Repeal the Patriot Act. As most of it is repugnant to the Constitution. Abolish the IRS, and the Federal Reserve.

THIBEAUX LINCECUM          

PARTY: Libertarian

WEBSITE: http://lincecum.us

BACKGROUND: By consistently achieving goals, I was promoted to Petty Officer Second Class in the U.S. Navy, Vice Commander of Tulane AFROTC Cadets, then Captain in the Air Force, and received the Air Force Commendation Medal.  I'm now an information technology consultant with experience at many federal agencies

IMMIGRATION: Make legal immigration easier by allowing entrance to any guest worker that doesn't represent a health or security threat and giving citizenship to all applicants who meet reasonable standards, with no quotas.  Make illegal immigration harder and less desirable by improving border security and increasing enforcement of current laws.

CLIMATE CHANGE: The Declaration of Independence affirms our right to life, so government is obligated to restrict life-threatening pollution. However, carbon dioxide is not a pollutant, and climate change, although probably requiring adaptation, is not clearly life-threatening.  Conditions may arise that would justify federal legislation, but they haven't yet.

ECONOMY: Our growing debt makes us a slave to other nations, as we are obligated to pay interest for decades to come.  We must balance the budget by reducing spending on almost all government programs, and start paying off our debt.  Every spending increase for any program conflicts with this priority.

EDUCATION: Attaching incentives to only a few subjects undermines the teaching of all other subjects.  Standardizing education across the nation inhibits the freedom of local schools to innovate and find better ways to teach. I support repealing 'No Child Left Behind' legislation.

HEALTH CARE: Allow individuals to purchase health insurance and medical care for themselves with the same tax benefits given to employers and third parties, with any terms agreeable to themselves and the insurer. Lower drug costs by allowing doctors to rely on drug certification by multiple organizations, rather than only the FDA

NATIONAL SECURITY: By not trying to impose values or gain influence in other nations through the use of force, we remove incentives for others to attack us and can reduce our military spending.  The best guarantee for continued peace between nations is economic interdependence, and that results from free trade.

Write In Candidates

DARRYN O. JACKSON, SR.

PARTY: Democratic

WEBSITE: www.darrynjackson.com

BACKGROUND: I am a United States Citizen, Resident in the state of Maryland, I am 44 Years old.

IMMIGRATION: Comprehensive immigration reform.

CLIMATE CHANGE: Climate Stewardship and Innovation Act (CSIA) - S.280.

ECONOMY: Labor: Invest in U.S. Manufacturing, Create New Job Training Programs for Clean Technologies, Create New Jobs.

EDUCATION: Fund the law, Recruit, Prepare, Retain, Reward America’s Teachers.

HEALTH CARE: Guaranteed Eligibility.

NATIONAL SECURITY: Strengthen our security; rebuild the Military, National Guard and boarder patrol.

BOBBY BROADUS

PARTY: Republican

WEBSITE: http://localpolitics.meetup.com/142

No response by deadline.

STEVE SCHULIN          

PARTY: Unaffiliated

WEBSITE: http://www.md4steve.org

BACKGROUND: I've run nuclear.com since 1994. I'm disappointed at the miserable failure of our nation's dominant parties to offer a 100% pro-life candidate on the ballot, one who fears God, loves liberty, and will conserve our sovereignty. I'm a candidate because 'If you don't see a leader, be a leader.'

IMMIGRATION: I support immediate securing and continuous vigilant maintenance of our sovereign territory and borders. I oppose any private or governmental action that rewards illegal entry into the  USA in any way, and demand speedy and full enforcement of our laws concerning all such activities. No amnesty.

CLIMATE CHANGE: After literally thousands of hours of reading science journals and discussing CO₂-climate with a wide range of scientists, I strongly oppose the wrenching changes urged by the alarmists and global governance advocates. I support only commonsense actions like preventing homeowners associations from banning clotheslines. I'll debate anyone, anytime.

ECONOMY: I support abolishing the federal income tax. This will unleash an economic boom the likes of which we've never seen. A fair, simple, noninvasive, visible, efficient, consumption-based retail tax is my proposed replacement. The current tax system is destructive of our liberties in many ways.

EDUCATION: No child left behind is, sadly, an example of federal government abrogating the 10th amendment of our Constitution. If terrorists had caused the devastation of our education system, we'd  declare war. I'll work to ensure parents have a real choice of schools, and I'll counter the secular humanists every day.

HEALTH CARE: We talk about health care, but our government has long been integral in misdirecting our resources into creating our current system of "sick care". This needs to change. I oppose the plans to nationalize this important part of our society.

NATIONAL SECURITY: "Peace through strength" is not a mere slogan. It is the means of our survival in a very dangerous and often hostile world. Our friendship should be a sought-after possession of all of good will everywhere in the world. Our enmity should be something  that all rightfully fear.

CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT 6

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District 6 map (pdf, 3.69 MBytes)

JENNIFER P. DOUGHERTY          

PARTY: Democratic

WEBSITE: www.jennifer08.com

BACKGROUND: As a small business owner for more than 21 years and a former Mayor of Frederick, I have experience setting priorities and balancing a government budget. I am the only person in the race who has balanced a government budget, created jobs and managed government contracts.

IMMIGRATION: I support legal immigration and will work to make federal law clear, enforceable and effective. I support improving electronic employment verification, raising penalties on employers who violate the law and create a method for immigrant to pay for immigration processing through a payroll deduction.

CLIMATE CHANGE: I support raising vehicle efficiency standards, adopting a cap & trade system for emissions and investing in pilot programs to encourage conversion to sustainable energy sources. I propose a bio-fuels refinery in central/western Maryland that will advance the best technology, create jobs and offer an All -American Alternative.

ECONOMY: The government budgeting process is one of the biggest problems. I support requiring new budgeting restrictions that encourage meeting the mission, controlling costs and rewarding creativity. Reckless spending, growing deficits and crushing debt is hurting our ability to invest in actual services.

EDUCATION: I support reforming No Child Left Behind by funding all federal requirements, reducing classroom size, hiring new teachers, addressing pay equity for teaching professionals, and funding Head Start.

HEALTH CARE: I support health care for all within 5 years. I support expansion of State Children’s Health Insurance, allowing early retirees (over 55) to buy into Medicare coverage, allowing young people (18-24) to remain on family coverage. I support consumer choice – stay in current plan or buy into federal plan.

NATIONAL SECURITY: The endless War in Iraq has depleted the resources and strength of our military. First, support a plan for a responsible withdrawal from Iraq; guarantee the people in uniform have adequate pay, benefits, supplies; invest in restoring equipment for military; invest in adequate rehab facilities and treatment for veterans.

U. S. MILITARY: To protect and defend the United States, our citizens and our allies. To complement the diplomatic efforts of the United States and our allies that promote peace and international understanding. To respond to international humanitarian crises.

DEFICIT: Invest in the next generation of economic growth (green technologies). Stop giving tax cuts to people who don’t need them (wealthiest 2%). Stop protecting industries that fight common sense reform (insurance, energy and auto). Stop pork-barrel spending and make Members of Congress debate the merits of earmarks.

ROSCOE BARTLETT          

PARTY: Republican

WEBSITE: http://www.bartlettforcongress.org/

BACKGROUND: I have been elected eight times to represent the Sixth District of Maryland in the U.S. Congress. Conservative, taxpayer advocacy and business organizations confirm that I have consistently voted for less taxes, less spending, less regulations, and to protect life and Americans' Constitutional rights.

IMMIGRATION: Our immigration system is broken. I have voted against amnesty for illegal aliens. My priorities are to secure America's borders, enforce laws against illegal immigration, prosecute those who violate laws and facilitate illegal immigration, establish English as our official language and improve resources for employers to find legal employees.

CLIMATE CHANGE: To counter mounting evidence that burning fossil fuels may contribute significantly to global warming and that world oil production may be unable to keep up with growing demand, I support energy efficiency, conservation and research and development to transition from dependence on finite fossil fuels to renewable sources of energy.

ECONOMY and NATIONAL SECURITY: Our increasing dependence upon imports for 2/3 of the oil we use is making Americans poorer.  Our transportation is 95% dependent upon oil endangering both our economy and national security.  We are transferring $600-700 billion per year, more than we spend on defense, to oil producing countries such as Saudi Arabia, Nigeria and Venezuela. As cofounder and cochairman of the bipartisan Congressional Peak Oil Caucus and Defense Energy Working Group, I am recognized as a leader in Congress promoting energy efficiency, conservation and research and development to transition transportation to electricity generated by alternative and renewable sources of energy.

EDUCATION: I voted against No Child Left Behind because I oppose decreasing local control of education by parents, teachers and administrators in the Sixth District. They know better than any bureaucrats in Annapolis or Washington, DC what aid will assist our youth to acquire the skills they need to compete globally.

HEALTH CARE: We have a sick care system, not a health care system. I support changes to increase and reward healthy lifestyle choices by individuals, increase competition by insurers and health care providers and limit malpractice awards unrelated to medical expenses to help reduce health care costs.

U. S. MILITARY: In an era of global terrorism, ensuring America’s national security is the fundamental responsibility of the federal government. If we don’t get that right, nothing else might matter. This requires strengthening and modernizing our Armed Forces because history teaches that we can only secure peace through strength.

DEFICIT: Entitlements, such as Social Security and Medicare, make up two-thirds of federal spending. One-third is all other “discretionary” spending. I consistently vote for less spending to reduce the deficit which is the amount we borrow from our kids and grandkids to pay for the government we have today.

GARY W. HOOVER, SR.          

PARTY: Libertarian

WEBSITE: www.hoover4congress08.com

BACKGROUND: I have been in the automobile business for the past 16 years. During this time, I have had to negotiate everyday. I believe that we need people in the congress that are willing to negotiate with others to get the peoples business done.

IMMIGRATION: I support greater enforcement of the current immigration laws, not just at the boarder but also at the factories and business that are hiring people that are not permitted to work in our country. There needs to be a total reform of Immigration policy but no amnesty.

CLIMATE CHANGE: We need to completely rethink our energy policy, along with our environmental policy

ECONOMY: 9.5 trillion dollar debt that Congress has strapped the future generation with. Stop spending money we do not have, any new spending has to be matched with cuts elsewhere. Balance budget amendment with emergency provision in case of war or major catastrophe. In addition, cut in programs.

EDUCATION: Failure !!Need to abolish the Department of Education and return schooling to the states, local school boards, and the parents. After watching how those in congress run this country why in the world we want them to educate our children.

HEALTH CARE: Complex problem, but I would start with opening up the health care program that is now enjoyed by members of congress and other federal employees. This would make health care much more affordable to many people. Then look at how we can help the private sector cover those without insurance.

NATIONAL SECURITY: We need to rethink our aggressive attitudes towards the world. Deploy troops only in case of direct attack, withdraw from outdated alliances. Regain the respect of the world.

CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT 8

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CHRIS VAN HOLLEN          

PARTY: Democratic

WEBSITE: www.vanhollen.org

BACKGROUND: Member of Congress (2003-Present) Committee Assignments: Ways and Means; Oversight and Government Reform; Vice Chairman Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Caucus, Co-Chairman, Chesapeake Bay Watershed Task Force, Maryland State Senate, 1994-2002; Maryland House of Delegates, 1990-1994; Senior Advisor on Federal Affairs, Maryland Governor (1988-1990) .

IMMIGRATION: We must strengthen border security, interior enforcement and prevent illegal immigration. Support overall approach (though not every provision) of the McCain-Kennedy bill to address issue of existing undocumented individuals and the comprehensive strategy once outlined by President Bush. Fix our legal immigration system to end huge backlogs.

CLIMATE CHANGE: Have sponsored legislation to: terminate taxpayer subsidies to oil industry and redirect tax incentives to renewable sources; boost federal research for renewable energy; raise energy efficiency standards for appliances and buildings; increase CAFE standards; implement a Renewable Electricity Portfolio standard; develop a cap and trade system for carbon emissions.

ECONOMY: Global competition presents both a challenge and opportunity. Need world class education system from pre-K through college. Boost federal investment in and incentives for basic R&D; reduce deficit through greater financial discipline including pay-go budget rules; major infrastructure modernization program; greater transparency and oversight of financial markets.

EDUCATION: Fully fund this Act. The first bill I introduced, the Keep our Promises to America’s Children and Teachers (Keep our PACT) Act would require the federal government to fully fund both the NCLB Act and the federal special education law (IDEA). Modify some measures of academic progress to improve incentives.

HEALTH CARE: The lack of health coverage for 46 million people is unacceptable. I support universal health care coverage. I am sponsoring legislation to expand the Children’s Health Insurance Program, allow earlier buy-in to Medicare, create a small business plan modeled after federal employees’ health system, and provide for mental health parity.

NATIONAL SECURITY: In Afghanistan, prevent resurgence of Taliban and finish job against al Qaeda. Iraq war has strengthened Iran and the most radical elements in the region. U.S. cannot impose democracy by force. Lead not only by might of our military, but power of our ideas. Restore credibility. Implement 9/11 Commission recommendations.

U. S. MILITARY: We must maintain a strong defense while recognizing that our security depends not only on the might of our military, but the power of our example. We must restore our credibility and moral standing. Our security is strengthened through our ability to cooperate, on common goals with others, whenever possible.

DEFICIT: The new Congress has provided fiscal discipline by implementing a “pay as you go” system to require that ongoing expenditures or revenue losses be offset. While the Bush Administration refused to pay for much need relief from the Alternative Minimum Tax, the pay-go rule has helped restore fiscal responsibility.

ENVIRONMENT: We can grow our economy and protect our environment. Indeed, by investing in renewable energy sources and energy efficient technologies, implementing a Renewable Electricity Portfolio standard, and developing a cap and trade system for carbon emissions, we can create jobs, reverse global warming and reduce our dependence on foreign oil.

CIVIL RIGHTS: We can protect our national security without sacrificing our freedoms and civil rights. We must preserve the right of habeas corpus, adhere to the Geneva Convention, prevent racial profiling, and modernize the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act without abandoning independent court review of electronic surveillance.

STEVE HUDSON          

PARTY: Republican

WEBSITE: www.stevehudson2008.com

BACKGROUND: I’m an independent citizen with skills that can help.  I want to take the power away from politicians and deliver it back to you, where it belongs. If elected, I will serve no more than three terms in the House of Representatives at your discretion.

IMMIGRATION: Secure the borders and air entry points into the U.S. and enforce existing immigration laws. Reducing the illegal immigrant population will save billions in tax expenditures. Improve opportunities for legal residents, reduce crime, and strengthen our economy and our future. 

CLIMATE CHANGE: Global warming is a serious threat. We should respond by increasing the capture of greenhouse gases and reducing carbon emissions into our atmosphere.  Eliminating capital gains taxes on alternative and renewable energy investments will rapidly expand these sectors and propel us away from fossil fuels toward energy independence.

ECONOMY: To boost jobs and our economy, we need an energy strategy. Lower the federal gas tax and provide incentives for businesses to allow employees to work from home. Transition from foreign to domestic energy production through environmentally-conscious domestic drilling. Finally, convert from fossil fuels to alternative, renewable, and nuclear energy.

EDUCATION: Parents, teachers, and local school boards should play a much greater role in education than “One Size Fits All” government standards like NCLB. We must take care of our teachers. I support subsidized salaries for teachers who genuinely care and perform. I have four children in public school.

HEALTH CARE: Improve access and quality of health care by offering tax credits to purchase private insurance. Allow groups other than employers to offer individual policies and expand the health care insurance market. Allow re-importation of prescription drugs from countries with a high standard of care. Fully fund Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP.

NATIONAL SECURITY: Deficit spending threatens our security by making us dependent on countries like China. Foreign governments could easily wage economic war on the U.S. by dumping our treasury bonds, which would sink the dollar. I support a balanced budget amendment with a supermajority exception in times of war or national crisis.

U. S. MILITARY: When I was commissioned in the United States Navy, I swore before God that I would support and defend the Constitution against all enemies, foreign or domestic. Therefore, any imminent threat to our freedom should be neutralized in a swift, decisive manner by the most powerful force in the world.

DEFICIT: Outdated and inefficient federal programs should be eliminated. Government must reinvent itself by focusing on customer service rather than bureaucracy. With only an 11 percent approval rating and questionable legitimacy, our sitting Congressional leaders are surprisingly fond of deficit spending, which only burdens our children. We must control federal spending.

ENVIRONMENT: Environmental management begins with sustainable development. We must ensure that the paths of economic, environmental, social, and political progress converge to meet today’s needs while preserving resources for future generations. Profitable, green communities are possible through ecologically sensitive environmental planning. I support federal subsidies for state and local planning initiatives.

CIVIL RIGHTS: It is paramount that terrorist threats are identified and repelled before catastrophe results. However, in protecting our national security, the three branches of federal government may only assert those powers granted to them in the Constitution. All prisoners should be treated humanely according to the laws of the Geneva Convention.

GORDON CLARK          

PARTY: Green

WEBSITE: www.clarkforcongress.net

BACKGROUND: I am a lifelong activist, advocate and community organizer for peace, social justice and the environment. I have both founded and run organizations, including serving as Executive Director of Peace Action, the nation’s largest grassroots peace organization. I am also a conflict-resolution trainer, and ten year resident of Silver Spring.

IMMIGRATION: Targeting 12 million undocumented workers, many of whom pay taxes, makes no sense. We must focus law enforcement on the large companies that employ them, often in dangerous jobs, and work to improve economic conditions in their home countries, reducing their incentive to come here for work.

CLIMATE CHANGE: Al Gore's goal to have 100% of our electricity from renewable energy in ten years; a government initiative for gas-free electric cars; re-investment in rail mass transit, both local and national; significant, direct federal investment in energy conservation and localized renewable energy generation; a moratorium on coal-fired power plants.

ECONOMY: Our greatest economic challenge is the inevitable end of cheap oil, along with severe climate change from burning fossil fuels. Investing in renewable energy, we can create millions of green jobs and protect our environment. This must be our New Deal, Marshall Plan and Apollo Project rolled into one.

EDUCATION: Accountability is a laudable goal, but the No Child Left Behind Act is too blunt and inflexible for national education policy. NCLB has forced schools to "teach to tests," often eliminating art and even social studies and de-enriching the educational environment. It’s also used for military recruiting, which must end.

HEALTH CARE: We'll never provide adequate health care for 100 million+ uninsured and underinsured Americans through private insurance companies, whose financial incentive is to deny coverage. We must create a universal, single-payer national health care system with free choice of doctors and hospitals. Other countries have done this, why can't we?

NATIONAL SECURITY: The invasion and military occupation of Iraq has been a humanitarian, financial and national security disaster, creating far more enemies than friends. Congress must use its "power of the purse" to stop funding this catastrophe and bring our troops home - not simply downsize it while sending troops elsewhere.

IAN THOMAS

PARTY: Libertarian

WEBSITE: None located.

No response by deadline.

Write In Candidates

DEBORAH A. VOLLMER           

PARTY: Democratic

WEBSITE:  http://www.deborahvollmer.com

BACKGROUND:  B.A. in Government, Clark University, 1970; JD University of Maryland School of Law, 1973. Practiced law in California:United Farm Workers; Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance; sole practice. Currently semi-retired. Active in anti-war movement. Board member,Greater Bethesda-Chevy Chase Coalition. Formerly a member of Social Justice Council at Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Church.

IMMIGRATION:  We are a nation of immigrants, and immigrants contribute to our culture and our economy.  We need humane policies that allow immigrants to earn legal residency and citizenship, and that promote family unification.

CLIMATE CHANGE: Limit the emissions of pollutants (both vehicle emissions, and pollution arising from industry); incentives for the manufacture of more hybrid vehicles, the development of more energy efficient vehicles; improving mass transit, especially the maintenance and expansion of our Metro system; renewable energy: wind and solar.

ECONOMY:  The war in Iraq in particular, and military spending in general, has been a tremendous drain on our economy.  We need to refocus our resources on domestic programs to alleviate the effects of poverty—in areas such as housing, health care, and education.

EDUCATION:  There are serious flaws in this legislation.  We should help struggling teachers and struggling schools, rather than penalizing them.  Make adequate financial resources available.  Get away from the emphasis on teaching to the test—encourage teachers to be creative, and to provide an atmosphere where children enjoy learning.

HEALTH CARE:  I favor legislation sponsored by John Conyers and Dennis Kucinich for universal, publicly-funded, quality health care for all, with individual choice of health care provider.  No American should be denied quality health care, which should be considered a human right.

NATIONAL SECURITY:  End the flawed policy of the Bush Administration, the so-called “global war on terror.”  End U.S. funding for the war on Iraq; withdraw troops; and stop perpetuating drumbeats for war with Iran.  Focus on promoting mutual respect among peoples and nations, and focus on diplomacy rather than warfare.

U. S. MILITARY: Along with Dennis Kucinich, I advocate a policy of strength through peace. The military should have a role limited to defense of our people and our borders. The war in Iraq must be ended, and our troops brought home immediately. We need to respect other nations, and work through diplomacy.

DEFICIT: The war in Iraq in particular, and military spending in general, has been a tremendous drain on our economy. We need to refocus our resources on domestic programs to alleviate the effects of poverty—in areas such as housing, health care, and education.

ENVIRONMENT: Global climate change is truly a threat to our quality of life and our very survival. I support tax incentives and other incentives for the development and implementation of clean energy solutions, such as solar and wind energy, increased fuel efficiency for automobiles, including hybrid technology.

CIVIL RIGHTS: The U.S.A. PATRIOT Act, as well as various policies and practices of the Bush Administration have seriously eroded civil liberties in this country. Yet our strength as a people depends in large part on our abilities to exercise our First Amendment rights. We need to reverse course.

LIH YOUNG          

PARTY: Democratic

WEBSITE: www.Vote-USA.org/Intro.aspx?Id=MDYoungLih

BACKGROUND: Profiled in Marquis Who’s Who. Reformer, advocate, activist, super-mom, -woman, victim-turned superhuman against “fraud-crime-injustice-system”. Excellent expertise, commitment. PhD econ. Producer/host, numerous TV programs, Citizen Times, judiciaries, agencies, working class, faith revival, democracy, humanity, conscience, freedom, global affairs. Prestigious certificates: High, Special Exams. Testified frequently, 3 branches, law enforcement. Congress.org, archives ….

IMMIGRATION: Stop minorities bashing.  Support civilian review board. Improve quality officials. race relationships, diversity in good faith, not rhetoric or abuse as often by “fraud-crime- injustice network”. Clean-up; not relaying/shuffling at the expense of justice, productivity, good workers, minorities, immigrants.  Investigate/ prosecute/ eliminate: unjust appropriation, siphoning resources to benefit a few.

CLIMATE CHANGE: Address global warming and oil dependence; raising auto fuel economy; caps on carbon pollution; investing in public transportation, energy conservation technologies, alternative energy development; Eliminate abuse, waste, bad legislative bills, appropriations, abandonment of resources, land, government resources to benefit a few, victimize others or general public; opposite government function; cause ,,,

ECONOMY: Protect people’s resources (public, private), rights, families. No unjust practices, manipulation, influence, bad proposals, hidden agenda, false excuses (public-private partnership, economic development, housing, MPDU…) to benefit/ facilitate  “official misconduct- governmennt gang- fraud- crime- injustice networks” =cruel tyranny= robbery machine; continuing, on-going, expanding, penetrating; false levies, liens, garnishment, foreclosures, evictions; vicious ….

EDUCATION: Promote merits, efficiency, accountability; no unjust practices, misleading, manipulation, conspiracy, cover-up, “official misconduct- government gang- fraud- crime- injustice networks”.  Eliminate abuse, waste, bad legislative bills, appropriations, abandonment of resources, land, government resources to benefit a few, victimize others or general public; opposite government function; cause socio- political- election- media problems.

HEALTH CARE: Support universal national health insurance (all, Medicare, Medicaid, prescription, uninsured, catastrophic); single payer (government); simple, effective, equal, quality, accountability, preventive, affordable, cost containment; public funded research; not to benefit a few; public education, consumer protection. Eliminate deceit, deprivation, victimization, unjust practices, “official misconduct- government gang- fraud- crime- injustice networks” operation.

NATIONAL SECURITY: Prosecute, eliminate, penalize: official misconduct- government gang- fraud- crime- injustice networks; conspiracies, cover-up fraud and crime; unjustly deprivation of resources (public, private); false excuses, falsification, tampering data, information; victimize, retaliate; damage, destruction, conceal truth, documents, witnesses; unjust manipulation, monitoring, influence; denial of filming, airing, TV, radio, media, copyrights, etc.

U. S. MILITARY: Support humanity, peace, justice. Respect other’s cultures. Cooperate with United Nation, other countries. Oppose: horrible violent force, invasion, occupation, Deprivation/destruction (countries, population, properties, soldiers; resources, reputation; public, private); unjust practices, manipulation, influence, falsification, false excuses; problems (credibility, moral, mental, financial, fiscal), official misconduct- government gang- fraud- crime- injustice networks.

DEFICIT: Protect people’s resources (public, private), rights, families. No unjust practices, manipulation, influence, bad proposals, hidden agenda, false excuses (public-private partnership, economic development, housing, MPDU…) to benefit/ facilitate “official misconduct- government gang- fraud- crime- injustice networks”=cruel tyranny= robbery machine; continuing, on-going, expanding, penetrating; false levies, liens, garnishment, foreclosures, evictions; vicious cycles.

ENVIRONMENT: Promote merits, efficiency, accountability; no unjust practices, misleading, manipulation, conspiracy, cover-up, “official misconduct- government gang- fraud- crime- injustice networks”. Eliminate abuse, waste, bad legislative bills, appropriations, abandonment of resources, land, government resources to benefit a few, victimize others or general public; opposite government function; cause socio- political- election- media problems.

CIVIL RIGHTS: Support equality, equity, liberty and justice for all; protect people’s rights (Constitutional, property, resources, assets, benefits, opportunities); eliminate double standards, “official misconduct- government gang- fraud- crime- injustice networks” operation, with threats, coercion, unjust practices, influence, manipulation, falsification, false excuses, witnesses, process services, victimization, deprivation, improper processing of cases/complaints, records, accounting; ...