The Economy:
Lower Taxes and Responsible Spending
Economic conditions have never been so poor, yet Beacon Hill still wants more in taxes, rather than doing what we have to do – STOP SPENDING.
We need sound fiscal policy on Beacon Hill.
We need strong fiscal leadership in Boston.
Details Matter
My experience as a Barnstable Town Councilor shows that we need to pay attention to all aspects of the budget. The budget season is not boring, it is a time to work hard, study, and ask lots of questions. We need to ensure that our tax dollars are being spent wisely.
Transparency Helps Provide Accountability
Anyone who wants to know how money is spent in Massachusetts should! That is why I will work for Transparency on Beacon Hill. States like Florida and Texas are leading the way and have adopted legislation that allows citizens to go on the internet and see just how their tax dollars are being spent. Texas wants to let you see even the checks that are written (where they allowed to by law).
Priorities
We need to prioritize spending. If and when budget cuts happen, we need to know what we are going to protect. Law Enforcement and Education should be First on that list.
Job Creation
I do not believe Government can create jobs. It may have work that needs to get done, but the entrepreneurial spirit rests in the Hearts and Minds of the people Government serves.
Our Biggest Threat
Government is too big and in the way, Taxes, Insurance, and Regulation have become a triple threat to job creation in Massachusetts. We need to ease the triple threat if we want to be serious about our economic recovery.
Our future can be bright and the resources available in the Commonwealth are winners. With the people in control of their future, I believe we WILL experience a MASSACHUSETTS MIRACLE.


