Jack Hoogendyk in State of Michigan Archives
On Homeland Security:
Military tribunals & domestic spying OK
Q: Do you support using military tribunals to try suspected terrorists when ordinary civilian courts are deemed inappropriate or impractical? A: Yes.
Q: Should law enforcement agencies have greater discretion to monitor domestic communications, to
prevent future terrorist attacks?
A: Yes.
Q: Should the United States hold foreign states accountable for terrorists who operate in their country?
A: Yes.
Q: Should the United States expand its missile defense shield?
A: Yes.
Source: Michigan Congressional Election 2008 Political Courage Test
Aug 1, 2008
On War & Peace:
Let Gen. Petraeus make decisions on troop strength in Iraq
Q: Do you support pre-emptive military strikes against countries deemed to be a threat to United States national security? A: Yes.
Q: Do you support long-term use of National Guard troops to supplement the armed forces in assignments overseas?
A: Yes.
Q: Should the United States withdraw its troops from Iraq?
A: Undecided.
Q: Discuss your proposals for Iraq.
A: We should let General Petraeus take the lead on making decisions regarding troop strength.
Source: Michigan Congressional Election 2008 Political Courage Test
Aug 1, 2008
On Abortion:
Constitutionally guaranteed right to life from conception
I believe that all humans have constitutionally guaranteed right to life.
This right extends from the time of conception to the time of natural death.
Source: 2008 Senate campaign website, jackformichigan.org, “Issues”
May 2, 2008
On Abortion:
Supports adult stem cell research but not embryonic research
I am a proponent of stem cell research. But I draw a distinction between embryonic stem cell research (ESCR) and adult stem cell research. Embryonic is impractical because of problems with rejection and, to date, a failure to produce any cures. ESCR also
requires the destruction of a human embryo, which is human life in its smallest form. Adult stem cell research has produced over 70 cures and continues to show great promise and progress. I oppose ESCR and strongly support Adult stem cell research.
Source: 2008 Senate campaign website, jackformichigan.org, “Issues”
May 2, 2008
On Budget & Economy:
Pay down the National Debt until it reaches zero
- Since taking office in 1978 Carl Levin has only contributed to the National Debt increasing from $800 billion to almost $10 trillion. This must stop. We need to pay down the National Debt until it reaches zero.
- I am opposed to deficit spending
The federal budget should be balanced every year. Carl Levin was the deciding NO vote in the Senate when the balanced budget amendment came up for a vote.
Source: 2008 Senate campaign website, jackformichigan.org, “Issues”
May 2, 2008
On Education:
Abolish Department of Education; parents direct education
- I am opposed to federal spending on public education. The Department of Education should be abolished.
- I am a supporter of local control over community schools.
The best schools are those controlled by the parents and their designated board and administrators at each local district.
- I support the fundamental right of parents to direct the care and education of their children.
Source: 2008 Senate campaign website, jackformichigan.org, “Issues”
May 2, 2008
On Energy & Oil:
Expand oil production and expand nuclear energy
- We should remove all subsidies for oil production and open up domestic oil fields for drilling and further exploration in a way that protects the environment.
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We need to reduce our dependence on foreign sources of oil.
- I support expansion of nuclear energy.
Source: 2008 Senate campaign website, jackformichigan.org, “Issues”
May 2, 2008
On Free Trade:
Mirror trade policy of other nations
- I support free trade that mirrors trade policy of other nations.
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I am opposed to any treaties that subordinate U.S. sovereignty to other nations.
Source: 2008 Senate campaign website, jackformichigan.org, “Issues”
May 2, 2008
On Gun Control:
Rated “A” by the National Rifle Association
Second Amendment: I am rated “A” by the
National Rifle Association and will continue to support the constitutional right to bear arms.
Source: 2008 Senate campaign website, jackformichigan.org, “Issues”
May 2, 2008
On Tax Reform:
Lower corporate taxes; keep tax cuts; end death tax
- I support making current tax cuts permanent. Taxes are too high.
- Corporate tax rates need to be lowered to provide more incentive for corporations at home and abroad to invest in the
United States.
- I support the permanent elimination of the death tax.
Source: 2008 Senate campaign website, jackformichigan.org, “Issues”
May 2, 2008
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