Jeff Stroehmann believes in creating and retaining family-sustaining jobs. He is also a strong proponent of securing our nation’s borders. The conservative Republican sees a great need to re-embrace our Constitution.
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Quiz Answers:
Illegal Immigrants
Prevent them from working, by enforcing existing laws prohibiting businesses from hiring illegal immigrants.
Universal Health Care
I oppose universal health care.
Pennsylvania Brain Drain
Increase incentives to attract businesses to the state, such as the Keystone Innovation Zones that were set up in the state four years ago.
Campaign Finance Reform
I favor widening of the matching funds method of fund-raising currently used in the presidential primaries.
Iraq
I believe we should stay in Iraq for as long as we are making progress toward the goals of the Iraqi government taking over, and the Iraqi army providing adequate security.
Climate Change
Even if some scientists claim the debate on climate change is not settled, Congress should reduce emissions with alternative energy sources, hybrid motor vehicles, clean coal and nuclear energy.
Energy Independence
Congress should provide incentives to support sustainable energy businesses and research, as well as the personal adoption of energy-saving products and practices.
No Child Left Behind
I agree with the law’s goals, but not with its “one-size-fits-all” approach to education that overemphasizes testing and doesn't provide enough money to schools to achieve success. The law should be modified.
Transportation Funding
Privatize the failing mass transit systems in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia.