Bill Haslam in Survey of Gubernatorial campaign websites, 2010-2011

On Crime: Work with local law enforcement to keep the streets safe

Bill knows safe neighborhoods and communities are the key to a healthy, vibrant society. As Mayor, Bill works with local law enforcement officials to keep the streets of Knoxville safe, and through this experience he understands the need for unique local solutions. As governor, he will work with sheriffs and other local law enforcement officials to combat crime and improve public safety. Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign site, billhaslam.com, "Issues" Nov 2, 2010

On Gun Control: We each have an individual right to bear arms

Bill is a staunch supporter of the Second Amendment, and he believes that we each have an individual right guaranteed by our Constitution to keep and bear arms. As governor, he will steadfastly protect Tennesseans' Second Amendment rights. Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign site, billhaslam.com, "Issues" Nov 2, 2010

On Immigration: Federal government immigration policy has failed

Tennessee is now paying a price for the failure of the federal government to effectively secure our nation's borders and enforce our immigration laws. Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign site, billhaslam.com, "Issues" Nov 2, 2010

On Tax Reform: 100% opposed to a state income tax

Taxes are job killers. Times are tough, and the last thing we should do is raise taxes on a population that is already struggling and a small business community that has been forced to cut back. Bill is 100 percent opposed to a state income tax, and as governor he will veto any attempt to enact one. Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign site, billhaslam.com, "Issues" Nov 2, 2010

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