states rights
The 10th Amendment of the Constitution clearly states that "The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states respectively, or to the people." I will support legislation that strengthens the rights of the state as intended by the Constitution and the 10th Amendment.
education
The education of our children is the foundation upon which our future will be built and as such, this has to be a top priority. I will work with educators to get them the resources they need and support legislation that will empower parents and families.
taxes
Lower taxes are essential to attracting new business, encouraging start-up business and keeping more of your money in your bank account and if done right, the state will actually have even more tax revenue to work with. I will support legislation that would lower or even eliminate the state income tax.
budget
We must live within our means, no business or household can continue for very long if they are spending more than they bring in and the answer is not to increase taxes, the answer is very simple, spend wisely. I believe that elected officials should be good stewards of what they are entrusted to oversee. I support a balanced budget, less spending and more budget input from the individual districts. In addition, there must be an accountability process, transparent to the tax payers, of how tax dollars were spent as compared to the stated budget.
Energy
Oklahoma is in a position to be one of the leaders in the world in energy production, we also have a responsibility to protect the environment as well, and with a balanced approach we can achieve both. I will support legislation that promotes responsible oil and gas exploration.
abortion
As a Christian, I believe that every life is precious and that it is our duty to defend the lives of those who cannot defend themselves. I will always vote Pro-Life and for no taxpayer funding of abortions.
marriage
As a Christian, I believe that marriage is between 1 man and 1 woman. I will always vote in favor of Traditional Marriage.