Issue Position: Reining in Government Spending

Issue Position

I don't fall into the trap of thinking that more tax money is always the answer. I believe the taxpayers in the 41st District are looking for someone who's vigilant about finding ways to cut waste and protect tax dollars - not a big spender who treats them like an ATM machine.

In my experience developing budgets at the township level, instead of simply raising taxes, we did what every household does -- we looked at our expenses and income and then prioritized our spending. With some courage and concerted effort, our township is now on very solid financial footing. State government should be operated the same way.

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