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The questions were prepared by the League of Women Voters of New York State and asked of all candidates for this office.
Read the answers from all candidates (who have responded).Questions & Answers
1. In spite of school tax rebates, income tax credits for school age children and increased STAR rebates, property taxes continue to rise for most New York homeowners. What do you propose to curb this rate of escalation that is fair and equitable to all property owners?
People should not have to pay more than 20% of income for property taxes repairs heating insurance. Profit making entities should pay 20% of profits or 20% of valuation whichever is more. Money spent on so called defense should be allocated to defend people's homes against taxes & deterioration.2. Will you support the establishment of an independent commission on redistricting? Please explain your answer.
Yes. I support such a commission which should have as members agronomists judges accountants writers construction workers clergy naturalists all from out of state. No politicians allowed!3. What role do you see wind power, ethane and other renewable energy sources playing in alleviating the high cost of energy in New York State?
New York State is blessed with natural resources sun wind water. All government transportation schools hospitals & buildings must use alternative energy sources. All buildings must have automatic shutdowns when not in use.
Responses to questions asked of each candidate are reproduced as submitted to the League.
- Original answers for a published Voters Guide were limited to 50 words and are presented as submitted. Candidates have since been invited to supply answers of any length for the Web.
Read the answers from all candidates (who have responded).
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