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Issues: Family Life, Political Experience, Personal Career, Who You Admire Most, Iraq, Afghanistan, Osama Bin Laden, Iran, Military, Counter-Terrorism, Immigration Policy, National ID Card, Security Agencies, Gun Control, Drug Policy, Medical Marijuana, Entitlement Programs, Medicine and Medical Care, Taxes, Budget, Dollar, Economy, North American Union, Environment, Energy Policy, Abortion, Gay Marriage, Net Neutrality, Federal Judges, Education, Domestic Policy, Foreign Policy, Miscilanious
Questionaire:
Tell us about your family life.
The father of two children, Thomas (almost 4) and Abby, (24 months in December).  We enjoy spending time together playing games and watching kids programs, going to the park and various indoor gyms.  We have a lot of fun together.
Tell us about your political experience prior to running for president.
President of Junior Enlisted Council while in Military, President of Student Body while in Medical School.
Tell us about your personal career prior to politics.
Business owner and founder of a medical charity
Please discuss a public figure from the past 300 year who you admire most.
Abraham Lincoln: Faced all kinds of opposition in the midst of many personal struggles to do what was right.
Do you think the US should have entered the war in Iraq?  Why or why not?  What is your strategy for finishing the war in Iraq.
Yes.  It was just a matter of time before Saddaam got nuclear weapons.  I think we should have turned combat responsibilities over to the Iraqis after the elections.  I think we should bring our troops home asap!  Strategy: turn combat responsibilities over to the Iraqis and support their efforts.
While it is rarely mentioned in the news anymore, the US troops are still in Afghanistan.  What are your plans for that theater of operations?
I will have to learn more about this.  I am aware of everything going on there but not sure of how to turn things over to the Afganis and depart at the moment.  That is a top priority of mine when elected.
The US initially went to war with Afghanistan under the presumption that Osama Bin Laden would be captured or killed.  Why do you think he has not been apprehended yet?  What do you plan to do about this?
Actually, our reason to go to Afghanistan was to dismantle the Taliban and stop a safe haven for terrorist training camps and terrorists.  I will offer reward money and give this much coverage, probably on a weekly basis.
Iran has been spoken of by some as a potential threat to the United States.  Is Iran a threat to the United States?  What should be done about this?
The President of Iran and the Mullas are.  I will not say what I will do but I will deal with this situation.
Are there any policies you would like to change or implement in the US Military and the Department of Defense?  Do you have any concerns about the oversight of these organizations?
I think we need a president who can think for himself and not be lead by the military but rather lead the military leadership.
Legislation and policy since 9/11 have attempted to increase Counter-Terrorism measures.  Many Americans feel this has come at the expense of civil liberties.  What if anything do you plan to change in this regard?
I don’t believe the danger at this moment is outweighing the benefit.  I will keep an eye on it though.
Do you plan to make any changes regarding US immigration policy and border enforcement?
Yes. I will close the borders and require all illegals to return over the next five to ten years.
Some people have discussed the idea of introducing a national ID card.  How do you feel about this?
I prefer that the DMV become national and administered by each state.  The drivers licenses would look identical except for the name of the state and state map on the license.  But each state would have access to the full database for verification purposes.  ID cards would look similar but without driving privileges.
What are your plans and opinions on the Enforcement, Intelligence and Security organizations such as the Department of Homeland Security, Central Intelligence Agency, Federal Bureau of Investigation, National Security Agency, Secret Service, Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms and the Drug Enforcement Agency?
Below my top ten except as it relates to national security.
What is your stance on gun control?  What do you plan to change or implement regarding the specific policies on shotguns, rifles, handguns and assault weapons?
What is your stance on US drug policy?  Do you plan to make any changes on the enforcement of Drug Prohibition Policy?
Do you intend to legalize marijuana for medical use?
Medical use, yes.  As a doctor I realize the effectiveness of this drug for pain control and glaucoma.
Government entitlement programs such as Social Security, Medicare and Welfare are going farther from fiscal solvency.  What measures will you take on this?  Do you plan on making any changes in the coverage or scope of current entitlement programs?  Please outline any specific changes you will make.
Fix it.  Balance it.  Medical insurance for all Americans.
Many people, especially the elderly are worried about the cost of medicine and medical care.  What do you plan to do about this?
Make them affordable.
What is your record on raising or lowering taxes?  Do you plan to raise or lower taxes as President?  Why?
I don’t like to raise taxes.  I will seek to not raise them and to lower them possibly once our deficit problems are fixed.  People pay enough taxes already.
How do you plan on ensuring the fiscal solvency of the United States Government?  Please outline any specific plans you have for this end.
Line by line, item by item.  One dollar at a time.
The US Dollar is losing its value compared to other world currencies.  What do you plan to do about this?
This is good for our trade.
What are your long term plans to improve the United States Economy?
Fix bad trade agreements and help American businesses grow and survive (automobile, textiles, steel and so on).
President Bush agreed to the Security and Prosperity Partnership of North America in 2005.  Do you believe this is a good thing?  Do you plan on making any specific changes to the agreements in this partnership?
It’s gone if I get elected.  It is just more ways to give away our jobs to people who can live on much less than our citizens can.
Many people are worried about environmental concerns such as Global Warming, the Depletion of the Ozone Layer, and Pollution.  What do you intend to do about this?
First, I want gas prices fixed at 2.65 per gallon and tied to inflation and the cost of living in an area.  I will probably have to drill in Anwar to do this.  Second, I plan to push hard to bring all sorts of alternative energy into widespread use.  Third, I want to avoid nuclear if at all possible.  Better active today than radioactive tomorrow.
Do you plan to make any changes regarding US energy policy?  Please address transportation, and power distribution.
Abortion is a heated debate among many Americans.  What are your personal feelings on Abortion?  Do you plan on making any changes in current abortion policy?  If so, how do you plan to accomplish your changes?
I’m pro life.
What is your stance on Gay Marriage? Do you plan to make any changes regarding policy in this area?
I don’t care if gay people get married.  The majority of Americans do.  I would support legal agreements of some kind if a majority of Americans support it.
What are your opinions on the idea of “Net Neutrality”?  What do you plan to do about “Net Neutrality”?
What is this?
Do you have a set of standards by which you intend to appoint Federal Judges?  What standards must a potential Federal Judge or Supreme Court Justice meet to gain your approval?
Yes, Judges who will support individuals rights and not be corporate advocates.
What are your plans for the US education system?  Is the “No Child Left Behind Act” a good thing?  Do you plan on making any changes to the “No Child Left Behind Act”.  How do you plan on changing US policy regarding elementary school, high school, and higher education?
I would like to make college affordable for everyone.  Primary and secondary safer and free from discipline issues so teachers can teach.  I support a parents right to teach what they want their children to learn so I support tax funds going to private schools of a parents choice ($3000 - $3500) per year provided schools do not raise their tuition above inflation once accepting vouchers.
What issues are of strongest concern to you regarding domestic policy?  What changes will you make?
See above
What issues are of strongest concern to you regarding foreign policy?  What changes will you make?
Peace on earth and good will towards all men.  Freedom of religion.  Stop global jihad.
Please take this opportunity to address any miscellaneous concerns, plans or policies that were not discussed in this questionnaire.  Also use this opportunity to make any closing statements.