I have always held the conviction that American citizens should keep as much of their hard-earned money as possible.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
As Americans, we realize that there is no taxpayer money that wasn't first earned through the sweat and toil of one of our citizens.
I've always considered the government taking one out of every two dollars I earn absolute tyranny.
The American people need to know that money is being used effectively because frankly, the nation can't afford careless spending, no matter how well-intentioned.
I will maintain the position that, long-term, a strong and dependable dollar is in the best interests of the United States while recognizing that, at times over the long-term, that may not be the case.
I'm an average citizen and always have been.
It seems to be a law in American life that whatever enriches us anywhere except in the wallet inevitably becomes uneconomic.
To date, every American citizen has nearly $27,000 in public debt riding on our backs.
I, for one, will remain constantly vigilant of a government that admits its transgressions of liberty only when they are caught lying.
I have never believed in the fallacy that the federal government can buy its way out of economic troubles through needless spending. For that reason, I am proud to oppose 'stimulus' packages and endless corporate bailouts, which will do little but weaken the long-term integrity of the American economy.
I firmly believe that the U.S. has to honor its debt.