John Marty Response
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Question 6:
Tell us why you would make the best Governor for the State of
Minnesota. What kind of "team" would you put together if elected?
Also, what is the worst idea you have heard one of your opponents in
this race support, and why?
In your rebuttal include a response to this question: If you face an
endorsement or primary challenge, why would you be the best candidate
for your party? In closing, please include information on how
interested readers can contact your campaign to volunteer and get more
information.
MARTY Response 6:
Minnesota deserves a governor with a vision for a better future:
. A vision for a strong economy that doesn't leave people behind-where
seniors can afford their prescriptions and working people can afford
housing, healthcare and childcare.
A vision for the future, with investments to prevent crime,
pollution, and welfare dependency. Investments in prevention that
save tax dollars.
. A vision for a government that says no to special interests, and
puts a priority on kids and schools, not subsidies for wealthy
athletes.
I have that vision, and the leadership needed to implement it. My
record in the Senate has been focused on that vision. My record is
consistent:
. taking on pork barrel spending and government waste -- from stadiums
to tax increment financing.
. investing in people -- from early childhood education and
intervention for at-risk kids, to welfare-to-work efforts.
. fighting special interest money, so voices of ordinary people are
heard, not just those who can afford to bankroll lobbyists and make
large contributions.
As governor, I will implement plans that straighten out government
priorities and make progress towards that vision. I will proactively
prevent problems up-front, rather than reacting crisis to crisis.
My "team" will be diverse, reflective of all parts of our state. Not
capitol insiders and "yes" people. I select people for their ideas and
talents, not their political connections.
Finally, Minnesota deserves a leader who embodies the people's values:
I don't just talk about problems from special interest money. I author
tough legislation to attack it. And, my campaign rejects special
interest money.
I don't just talk about government waste. I lead the fight against
waste at the transit system, at the legislature, in taxpayer subsidies
for business.
I walk the talk.
John Marty
