Issue Position: General

Issue Position

The biggest concerns we continue to face are hard working Vermont families leaving the state for opportunity, retaining jobs, the high tax burden for individuals as well as business and our business reputation throughout the region. Also, getting our education system working within a reasonable budget while maintaining our high rating nationally. A monumental challenge in Montpelier again this year will be getting our deficit under control without raising taxes as was done by the current legislature.

The issue I have heard most from concerned Vermonters is Health Care. When I am asked if I support or oppose "Shumlin Care" I answer with these questions.
*Who is going to pay for it?

*How much is going to cost?

*Who is covered?

*What are the coverages?

*Are services going to be rationed?

*What is covered?

With these important questions unanswered it is a program I cannot support at this time.

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