Marcia Squier in 2020 MI Senatorial race


On Civil Rights: Racism is a threat to domestic security

Q: Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?

A: Racism is a threat to domestic security because the effects of it can include widespread unrest and violence. Things escalate unnecessarily when racism is involved.

Source: AFA iVoterGuide on 2020 Michigan Senate race Nov 3, 2020

On Corporations: I favor people over corporations and CEO billionaires

Q: When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and immigration, what best describes you overall?

A: Somewhat Liberal. I am a leftist in that I favor people over corporations and workers' rights over CEO billionaires. I am antiestablishment because the establishment is a cesspool of corruption, and we need to evolve as a society away from materialism and violence.

Source: AFA iVoterGuide on 2020 Michigan Senate race Nov 3, 2020

On Gun Control: Violent criminals should not be allowed gun ownership

Q: What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?

A: Violent criminals should not be allowed gun ownership. Annual training and certification for each level of weaponry, similar to military protocol.

Source: AFA iVoterGuide on 2020 Michigan Senate race Nov 3, 2020

On Principles & Values: Separating church & state is only disestablishmentarianism

Q: What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?

A: Disestablishmentarianism. To me it means, not basing legislation on religious scripts, and politicians, judges, etc. leaving their own religious mandates at the door when performing public duties.

Source: AFA iVoterGuide on 2020 Michigan Senate race Nov 3, 2020

On Social Security: Protect against any legislation dismantles future benefits

Q: How would you guarantee Social Security benefits for future generations?

A: As Senator, I would vote for all legislation that protects it and against any legislation that seeks to dismantle it.

Source: AFA iVoterGuide on 2020 Michigan Senate race Nov 3, 2020

On War & Peace: Stop bombing countries that never attacked us

Q: What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of radical Islamic terrorism?

A: Stop bombing countries that never attacked us.

Source: AFA iVoterGuide on 2020 Michigan Senate race Nov 3, 2020

On Drugs: Legalize pot, give addicts treatment, end war on drugs

I would work to end the failed "war on drugs", decriminalizing illicit drug use and retroactively legalizing cannabis. I would introduce guaranteed healthcare for all, including mental health, hospitalization/rehabilitation for drug addiction, and cannabis prescription coverage. I would hold opioid producers criminally responsible for their crimes against humanity in the name of profit.
Source: ScienceDebate.org on 2020 Michigan Senate race Oct 9, 2020

On Energy & Oil: Enbridge-Line-5 pipeline should be permanently closed

Q: What is your position on the Enbridge Line 5 oil pipeline?

A: I believe Line 5 needs to be permanently shut down. No tunnel encasing it, and no replacement pipeline. Our Great Lakes are unique and valuable in this world- priceless. No oil company profits will convince me otherwise. It's ours to protect.

Source: ScienceDebate.org on 2020 Michigan Senate race Oct 9, 2020

On Environment: Invest in ways to prevent erosion and rising waters

Q: What steps will you take to ensure that water quality catastrophes similar to the Flint water crisis are prevented in Michigan?

A: I would work to hold those responsible accountable for their destructive actions, and work to ensure resources and funds are available to those affected.

Q: What about other water issues?

A: We need to invest in erosion fighting measures, and work to mitigate the cause of the rising water.

Source: ScienceDebate.org on 2020 Michigan Senate race Oct 9, 2020

On Environment: All animals should be treated humanely

Q: What about an animal rights policy?

A: I support the ethical, humane treatment of all animals, whether they be pets, livestock, game or otherwise. Animal welfare is very important to the food production process.

Source: ScienceDebate.org on 2020 Michigan Senate race Oct 9, 2020

On Jobs: Grow jobs in health, renewable energy, and infrastructure

My jobs program #HIRE (Healthcare, Infrastructure, Renewables & Education) focuses on 4 STEM-related professions. If we are to become fossil fuel free and provide healthcare & education for all, we will need more healthcare providers, educators, engineers & skilled tradesmen. Growing these 4 areas will be beneficial to all as we go further into the 21st century.
Source: ScienceDebate.org on 2020 Michigan Senate race Oct 9, 2020

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