Richard Mourdock on Government Reform

Eliminate cabinet departments DOE, ED, DOC, and HUD

Asked what could be done to cut the $15 trillion federal debt, Lugar, 80, urged the passage of the "remarkable" House budget plan and the extension of Bush-era tax cuts. Mourdock, 60, called for the elimination of the Energy, Education, Commerce and Housing and Urban Development departments. Source: Fort Wayne Journal Gazette on 2012 Indiana Senate debate , Apr 12, 2012

Oppose attempts to limit political speech

Q: What is your view on the statement, "Stricter limits on political campaign funds"?

A: I am opposed to McCain-Feingold and other attempts to limit political speech that are contrary to the First Amendment

Source: Email interview with OnTheIssues on 2012 Senate race , Sep 1, 2011

Limit terms to 12 years with no automatic pay raises

Richard Mourdock believes that serving in the office of U.S. Senator should not come with a lifelong tenure. He supports a reasonable term limit, in the form of a Constitutional Amendment, of twelve years for members of Congress. In addition, Richard believes the practice of Senators taking automatic pay increases is inappropriate and must stop. As State Treasurer, Richard has shown leadership by refusing to accept automatic salary increases during these tough economic times. Source: Campaign website, www.richardmourdock.com, "Issues" , Jul 16, 2011

Identify constitutionality in every new congressional bill.

Mourdock signed the Contract From America

The Contract from America, clause 1. Protect the Constitution:

Require each bill to identify the specific provision of the Constitution that gives Congress the power to do what the bill does.

Source: The Contract From America 10-CFA01 on Jul 8, 2010

Audit federal agencies, to reform or eliminate them.

Mourdock signed the Contract From America

The Contract from America, clause 5. Restore Fiscal Responsibility & Constitutionally Limited Government in Washington:

Create a Blue Ribbon taskforce that engages in a complete audit of federal agencies and programs, assessing their Constitutionality,

Source: The Contract From America 10-CFA05 on Jul 8, 2010

Moratorium on all earmarks until budget is balanced.

Mourdock signed the Contract From America

The Contract from America, clause 9. Stop the Pork:

Place a moratorium on all earmarks until the budget is balanced, and then require a 2/3 majority to pass any earmark.

Source: The Contract From America 10-CFA09 on Jul 8, 2010

Supports banning funding of offensive art.

Mourdock supports the CC Voters Guide question on offensive art

Christian Coalition publishes a number of special voter educational materials including the Christian Coalition Voter Guides, which provide voters with critical information about where candidates stand on important faith and family issues. The Christian Coalition Voters Guide summarizes candidate stances on the following topic: "Prohibiting public funding for art that is pornographic or anti-religious"

Source: Christian Coalition Voter Guide 12-CC-q4b on Oct 31, 2012

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