2020 KY Senatorial race: on Government Reform

Amy McGrath: Implement term limits, require release of tax returns

TO CLEAN UP WASHINGTON, WE NEED TO:

Limit unrestricted dark money and increase transparency by requiring the disclosure of donors to any organization that spends money in elections.
Work to end Citizens United.
Implement term limits.
Stop the "revolving door" between elected office and lobbying.
Fight to end "Cadillac benefits."
Require release of complete federal tax returns by members of Congress, the president, the Cabinet, and the Supreme Court.

I have received donations from all 120 Kentucky counties--and the average donation is $36. That's democracy speaking and that kind of movement can inspire real leaders to run. Our country needs to get back to that. I pledge to work for you, not for corporations, lobbyists, or other special interests. I pledge to run a campaign that is financially transparent. And I pledge never to use my office for personal gain or to obtain special privileges not available to other Americans. Source: 2020 Kentucky Senate campaign website AmyMcGrath.com Jun 30, 2020

Amy McGrath: We must protect election process from foreign interference

Additionally, we know that Russia tried to undermine one of our greatest treasures, our democratic process. As an American, I'm disappointed that Congress has failed to address this national security threat and deeply concerned given what is at stake. I will support legislation to protect our election process from foreign interference, legislation that Sen. McConnell single-handedly blocked for months. Source: 2020 Kentucky Senate campaign website AmyMcGrath.com Jun 30, 2020

Amy McGrath: I served in the military for 24 years; I voted by mail

On voting: "Every Kentuckian needs to have a voice, and you should not have to put your health in danger to vote," McGrath said. "That's why we need more funding for mail-in voting. The federal government needs to help states now to be able to do this. We need to make sure we're supporting the United States Postal Service. The bottom line is that I served in the military for 24 years. I voted by mail for 24 years. It worked just fine for me. We can do this and it's the right thing to do right now." Source: The Advocate-Messenger on 2020 Kentucky Senate race May 10, 2020

Wesley Morgan: Supports term limits; repeal 17th amendment

Washington is controlled by career politicians. I support a constitutional amendment limiting time in office to 3 terms in the House and 2 terms in the Senate. I also support repeal of the 17th Amendment. Source: 2020 Kentucky Senate website WesleyMorganForSenate.com Feb 6, 2020

Steven Cox: Supports any laws that ensure elections can't be bought

Campaign Finance & Election Reform: I'm for as much legislation that makes sure that elections can't be bought and sold, and reforming what current legislation allows. An individual can only contribute $2,800 per election. But if you are a Political Action Committee (PAC), you can contribute up to $5,000. If you are a Super PAC, the number is even more schemed. Source: The Student Post on 2020 Kentucky Senate race Jun 23, 2019

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