Tennesseans know they can count on me to never compromise on independent, conservative principles and that I will always fight for smaller government, less spending, and more jobs.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
As far as the political landscape in our state, I think that what we continue to see is that Tennessean voters are more independent and more conservative, and they are watching issues very closely; they are watching votes very closely.
I came to Washington with a pledge to be a fiscally conservative.
It's not that I'm not willing to compromise. But I won't compromise on principles.
My job as governor is different from the legislators. They represent their districts. I have to represent all 6.6 million Tennesseans and come to the best decisions I can.
I want to stay away from politics, or else I'll probably end up putting my size fifteen foot into my mouth.
But recently it seems that each time I vote, I am being asked to compromise my conservative ideals and my commitment to the American taxpayer simply for the benefit of political gain.
I am conservative with a small 'c.' It's possible to be conservative in fiscal policy, and tolerant on moral issues or questions of freedom of expression.
I'm an honest, hardworking conservative leader who will stand up to Washington and fight for Nebraska.
I'm willing to fight for Social Security, Medicare, student loans, U.S. jobs, equal pay, progressive taxation and full employment.
I can't control what other people do or say. I can only control the one vote I've been bestowed upon by the people in the Tennessee Valley.