Wayne Messam in Survey of 2020 Presidential campaign websites
On Crime:
Ban The Box: give ex-cons a second chance
People who face discrimination due to the color of their skin, are often obstructed by institutional barriers across our society, and this is particularly poignant within the criminal justice system.
In Miramar, we've passed Ban The Box to ensure people can get a second chance, prioritized police diversity and actively foster community engagement. We must do the same at the federal level.
Source: 2020 presidential campaign website WayneForUSA.com
Apr 9, 2019
On Drugs:
Drug war has ruined thousands of lives
The drug war has proven to be a failure. In the process, it has ruined thousands of lives, especially in communities of color.
We all want safe streets, but we must ensure that every street has the same opportunity to grow up without threat of being thrown into the school-to-prison pipeline.
I believe states that have decided to move forward with marijuana legalization should be allowed to do so and other states should feel free to join the ranks without threats from the federal government. As long as those states that
choose to do so continue to enforce DUI laws, spread economic benefits throughout all communities, and expunge records for those arrested for selling marijuana, they would have my full support as President.
Source: 2020 presidential campaign website WayneForUSA.com
Apr 9, 2019
On Foreign Policy:
American standing in the world is in complete decay
I'm running for President because American standing in the world is in complete decay. Our leadership role in the world has become diminished as a result of President Trump's short-sighted thinking.
The next American president must change course, be an honest broker on the world stage and restore true American leadership that's rooted in both our values and our national security interests.
Our country is facing multiple challenges overseas that impact us here at home. From a resurgent Russia to the long term rivalry that China poses to instability and lack of peace in the
Middle East to the spread of nuclear weapons to the erosion of democracies to the threat posed by climate change, we need to change course, rebuild our fractured alliances and lead by example. That's what I'll do.
Source: 2020 presidential campaign website WayneForUSA.com
Apr 9, 2019
On Government Reform:
End barriers to voting
Across this country, voting rights are under attack as politicians create barriers that make it harder for people to register to vote and cast their ballots, cut back early voting, and engage in unconstitutional acts of voter suppression.We must
protect Americans' right to vote regardless of economic and societal status--not limit participation in the democratic process and discriminate against our own people. It's up to us to keep fighting against these attempts to limit the right to vote.
Source: 2020 presidential campaign website WayneForUSA.com
Apr 9, 2019
On Health Care:
People are dying due to high prescription drug prices
Six million Americans rely on insulin to survive, yet many cannot afford it as prices have tripled in recent years. These soaring prices have led to many diabetic patients using expired supplies or self-rationing. It's reprehensible that in the world's
wealthiest country, some are dying because they cannot afford the simple injections they need to live. If people are unable to live healthy lives, their productivity and ability to thrive at school, work or home suffers.
Source: 2020 presidential campaign website WayneForUSA.com
Apr 9, 2019
On Immigration:
Reform system top to bottom to be safer & more inclusive
We need to reform our immigration system from top to bottom and make sure our country is not only safer, but also more inclusive of, immigrants. The first thing we need to do is provide a pathway to citizenship for American Dreamers. This is a long
overdue action for people who, through no fault of their own, find their path to the American Dream blocked. Then, we should offer comprehensive immigration reform that re-establishes a fair and orderly process to achieve the American dream.
Source: 2020 presidential campaign website WayneForUSA.com
Apr 9, 2019
On Jobs:
Invest in training the entrepreneurs of today and tomorrow
When I'm President, repealing the Trump tax breaks for the wealthy will be at the top of my agenda. I've built a small business, and as Mayor, overseen one of the fastest growing economies in the nation. I championed a living wage for city workers,
attracted high-paying jobs for Floridians, fought to bring manufacturing jobs back from China, and created jobs myself. It's time we had a President who invests in training the entrepreneurs of today and tomorrow.
Under my administration, we would bring uncertainty for American workers and businesses to an end, by pushing to make it illegal to shut down the government to score political points.
When I'm President, we will establish an economic plan to soften
the blow of the coming tech advancements on working and middle class Americans, and will encourage young people to start their own businesses as a pathway to success and alternative to college.
Source: 2020 presidential campaign website WayneForUSA.com
Apr 9, 2019
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