League of Women Voters of New York State Education Foundation, Inc.
State of New York (Albany, Montgomery, Schenectady, Schoharie, Fulton, Saratoga, Rensselaer Counties) November 2, 2010 Election
	Theodore Danz Answers Questions Candidate for United States Representative; District 21

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Questions & Answers

1. What changes to our current immigration policy do you support?

1. We must enforce workplace and immigration laws. If we respect and defend our laws, we can reduce the economic incentives that foster illegal immigration. The federal government needs to collaborate with, not fight with, state and local authorities to uphold existing immigration laws. 2. We must safeguard our borders by increasing border agents, employing a greater number of unmanned aerial systems, and increasing the infrastructure on our border with Mexico to make illegal entry into the United States less attractive than legal avenues. 3. We need to reform visa, immigration, and citizenship services. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services needs to be overhauled to be more efficient and more effective in providing immigration services. 4. We need to strengthen citizenship. Support needs to be implemented for programs that promote civics, history and English language proficiency.

2. What legislation do you support to reduce CO2 emissions?

I will support legislation that offers businesses tax incentives to provide the much needed capitol to reinvest in more environmentally friendly manufacturing, as well as greener work environments that utilize green materials, use less energy, and leave smaller carbon footprints.

3. What timetable would you support for the removal of troops from Iraq and Afghanistan?

We need to make sure that the mission remains an international effort. It is critical that the Taliban does not reclaim Afghanistan. Also it is important that we support Pakistan in fighting terrorism, but we also need to make it clear that the U.S. will not tolerate dual policies toward terrorists. Once those goals have been achieved, we can begin to draw down our troops.

4. Do you support substantial additional federal funding for economic recovery?

History shows us that the periods of greatest economic growth and private innovation occur during and directly after periods of low taxes, low inflation, de-regulation and minimal federal involvement in the economy. I will introduce, support, and fight for legislation that will lower taxes for small businesses, creating incentives that will attract more businesses and employers to our area, and create real long lasting jobs and careers. Periods of lowered taxes have produced INCREASED revenue for government due to increased economic activity. Conversely, periods of higher taxes stifle economic activity and lead to lower government revenues and decreased opportunities for individuals and businesses. Responsible levels of taxation by the federal (and state) governments have driven economic benefits including higher disposable income for individuals that can be used to reduce personal debt, pursue housing improvement or increase savings and investment back into the economy.

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