Tonight we heard the president again call to make his tax policies permanent, despite his administration’s failure to manage our staggering national debt. Over the past five years, we’ve gone from huge surpluses to massive deficits.
Now, no parent makes their child pay the mortgage bill. Why should we allow this administration to pass down the bill for its reckless spending to our children and grandchildren?
There’s a better way. Two years ago in Virginia, Democrats and Republicans worked together to reform our budget. By focusing on results, we were able to keep the budget balanced, preserve our strong credit rating and protect the essential services
that families rely on: education, health care, law enforcement. States all across this country are doing this right now, as the federal government falls further and further into debt.
As Lieutenant Governor, Tim Kaine worked with Governor Warner to restore Virginia’s tradition of fiscal discipline and save its triple A bond rating.
They brought state spending under control, restored faith in government, and led real budget reform that brought about needed investments in education, public safety, health care, transportation, and the Chesapeake Bay.
Source: Campaign website www.kaine2005.org, “Issues”
Nov 8, 2005
Progress economically via stable finances
As Virginia’s next Governor, Tim Kaine will be committed to furthering the Commonwealth’s economic progress. His Administration will build on the successes of Governor Warner, by keeping a stable financial environment,
helping small businesses succeed, saving family farms, fostering competitive regional economies, tapping the strength of Virginia’s tourism attractions and preserving its natural resources.
Source: Campaign website www.kaine2005.org, “Issues”
Nov 8, 2005
