I have had many Ashfield people say to me that they might not agree with my political views or my decisions but that they supported my right to be heard.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
Despite my involvement in difficult and sometimes controversial questions I have received consistent support from the people of Ashfield. They have recognised that it is necessary to take difficult decisions, that newspapers do not always report fairly or accurately.
As a policy maker, I have to stand up for the rights of all my constituents, regardless of their faith.
I said I support anyone's right to run for public office and will support those people who support positions that's in the Republican platform.
I mean there are many people who have endorsed me that I agree with on some things and not others.
The Washington Times wrote a story questioning the authenticity of some of the suggestions made about me in Silent Coup. But as a believer in the First Amendment, I believe they have more than a right to air their views.
I don't want to express my opinion about actual politics, because if I do, I have to be responsible for my decision.
I understand everybody in this country doesn't agree with the decisions I've made. And I made some tough decisions. But people know where I stand.
What I try to do is tell my constituents that this is what I believe and this is why I made that vote. And I think that that makes more sense to people generally than trying to triangulate some political position.
I am honored to have heard from so many voters, supporters, and local elected officials who have been pleased with the work I have done on their behalf. They want and deserve a leader who will aggressively pursue strong conservative policies and get results. That's exactly what I have done.
I'm literally an independent. Apolitical. So that I am not always going to be with the Left's perceived interests or the Right's perceived interests.
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