Issue Position: Fighting Cronyism

Issue Position

Washington politicians routinely make policy choices based on the whims of special interests, leading to an avalanche of bad deals cut by both parties that lead to more spending and special treatment for the interests that have representation in Washington. This has gone on for so long that six of the ten wealthiest counties in the United States are suburbs of Washington, DC. While a consistent malaise has hit our economy for years, Washington, has been booming -- all because of the growth of government and political largesse.
Needless to say, this is not what the Founding Fathers envisioned. Ron believes that there is too much power in Washington; he wants to reduce the power and influence of Washington and empower individuals, local communities and states. Ron has led opposition to Solyndra-style handouts where the government picks winners and losers in the economy. He opposes corporate welfare and doesn't believe that politically connected entities should receive special treatment. Ron has also advocated bold reforms to give states a greater role in transportation and infrastructure decisions and to eliminate federal mandates in K-12 education.

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