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Tisha Casida's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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  • Christian Piatt. PULP: NewSpin: Interview with Tisha Casida: October 2011. "On the issue of abortion - I believe that the ability to give life is sacred, and that the only way to stop so many young women having abortions is to fix the social structure that is making this so. The government has no place in telling a female what to do with her body, however, when there is another life affected - the issue becomes whose right it is to decide to take that life. These questions should be left to the states - a federal policy is unconstitutional. I believe that many proactive things could be done to help young women either prevent unwanted pregnancies or to give them the option of having their baby adopted. That is where the discussion should be focused - let's help our community and these young women versus fighting each other. You cannot legislate morality - that is up to us to change with our own selves and our community." (pueblopulp.com)
  • Tisha Casida. Issue Position: Abortion. 1 January 2012. "The federal government has no right to tell a woman what to do with her body. We cannot legislate morality -- instead of picketing at places like Planned Parenthood, we should get involved in our communities and help these young women so that such a horrible choice would never have to be made in the first place. The federal government has no role in forcing women to make decisions about what they do with their bodies, if the federal government does make these decisions -- we are alienating people's individual liberties -- which are granted by our Creator." (www.votesmart.org)
  • Troy Hooper. The Colorado Independent: Casida takes on Tipton: Conservative says West Slope Congressman Isn't Her Cup of Tea. 1 December 2011. "The federal government can never tell a woman what to do with her body. We cannot legislate morality “ instead of picketing at places like Planned Parenthood, we should get involved in our communities and help these young women so that such a horrible choice would never have to be made in the first place." (coloradoindependent.com)
  • "When it comes to a woman's body (or, any body for that matter) - the government (a collection of individuals who use taxes, law, and force to implement policy) shouldn't have any control. Period. [...] A woman is best served when she is in complete control of her body. her health care, and her decision whether or not to take birth control." A woman is best served when she is in complete control of her body. her health care, and her decision whether or not to take birth control." (votesmart.org)
  • "As a female I cherish the ability to give life and find the current statistics concerning abortion horrifying. I believe that life starts at conception." (votesmart.org)
  • Tisha Casida. Issue Position: Economy. "As your congresswoman, I will fight for lower federal taxes for all citizens of Colorado. Lower taxes means more money for everyone to spend. Money that will not be controlled by Congress. That's why I guarantee that I will not vote for any tax increases while in office. We need taxes that favor the middle-class and get the economy moving forward, not taxes that stifle production." (www.votesmart.org)
  • "As your congresswoman, I will fight for lower federal taxes for all citizens of Colorado. Lower taxes means more money for everyone to spend. Money that will not be controlled by Congress. That's why I guarantee that I will not vote for any tax increases while in office. We need taxes that favor the middle-class and get the economy moving forward, not taxes that stifle production." (votesmart.org)
  • "As your congresswoman, I will fight for lower federal taxes for all citizens of Colorado. Lower taxes means more money for everyone to spend. Money that will not be controlled by Congress. That's why I guarantee that I will not vote for any tax increases while in office." (votesmart.org)
  • Tisha Casida. Club 20 Debate, Tisha Casida - What can the federal government do to help economy.mov. 10 September 2012. Responded "I don't think that the federal government or many governments are effective at creating beneficial job environments [...] For us to be able to create a stronger economy, not only in this county, in our district, in the state, and in the country-- is we have to stop with the bureaucracy and red tape that's coming from the federal government [...] I can tell you as far as working as an entrepreneur [...] one of the biggest issues is regulations that don't actually have a positive effect for people, for individuals. So I don't think that there are any beneficial federal programs when it comes to actually developing the economy. What we need to look at is monetary policy, our money, the value of our money, our wealth, and our ability to create wealth, and pass down that wealth to future generations. So the federal government can work on that, and that will help the economy. As far as actual job programs, the best thing that we can do right now is get rid of some of the red tape for businesses." to the question: "Based on your business experience, and elected official background, what specific federal programs, legislation, research, or changes in regulations will enhance company and job creation in Colorado." (www.youtube.com)
  • "I also understand that you cannot lower taxes without an equivalent decrease in federal government spending. Therefore as your congresswoman, I will end corporate subsidies and bailouts that favor big businesses over small businesses. I am also committed to end all reckless spending: from foreign aid given to dictators to earmarked Congressional pet projects. Let me be clear: we need to cut the waste, including Congressional salaries and benefits. We need a sensible government, not a reckless one." (votesmart.org)
  • "I am also committed to end all reckless spending: from foreign aid given to dictators to earmarked Congressional pet projects. Let me be clear: we need to cut the waste, including Congressional salaries and benefits." (votesmart.org)
  • Tisha Casida. The Case for New Education: 11 March 2010. "It is my belief that free-market systems may be the key to solving some of these problems (notice that public education is completely dependent upon federal and state government funding. Considering the federal government has no money (and is technically in the red), this means that things like education get cut. Solution? We need to get back to where we educate our own kids or pay someone to do it. Painful? Yes. Smart? Absolutely. You cannot put a price tag on education, and most of you know that public education is not doing a whole lot of good for the future of our country anyway." (goodamericanpost.wordpress.com)
  • "Parents have the right to home-school their children and I am against any federal rules and regulations that make it difficult or stop them from being able to do that. Education is the key to creating critically-thinking citizens who can learn and grow in our country. It is our right to be able to educate ourselves and our families, and I stand with people who desire to teach their own children. When I have a family it will be my method of educating my children, because that is my right and responsibility as a parent. Others, who want to do the same, should always have that opportunity -- that is their right." (votesmart.org)
  • "We should be using our country's resources responsibly -- ending our dependence upon foreign oil. This country has tremendous resources that offer great opportunities for the people who live here. A free marketplace that allows for transactions and innovation will assuredly create the enterprises that we need to sustain our energy needs now and in the future.In the 3rd district of Colorado, there is an abundance of natural energy sources that can be applied to solving our energy problems -- this in turn would stimulate the economy. We have an abundance of natural gas and coal that can be responsibly developed. Here in Colorado, we can develop energy that doesn't pollute our neighbors -- with responsible technology and the use of renewable resources. Natural resource development should be in the hands of the State of Colorado; the current stringent federal control will guarantee that Colorado's energy is left untouched while the economy continues to falter. It's Colorado's resources, not theirs!" (votesmart.org)
  • Tisha Casid. Climate Change Debate: Feasible Solutions: 12 February 2010. "According to the EPA (all opinions on this regulatory system are being sequestered mind you), the "bad" Green House Gases are: [¦] Carbon Dioxide (CO2) [¦] Methane (CH4) [¦] Nitrous Oxide (N2O) [¦] Fluorinated Gases [¦] Okay, we can all agree that these substances in large quantities are not good for anyone , how about we spend millions and billions of dollars that are thrown at this topic on: EDUCATION & PREVENTION. For instance, instead of ANY government-mandated system like Cap & Trade, how about we just plant more trees, work on developing alternative energies, and fund science that will find ways to not use such dangerous gases in the first place. Wouldn't those activities stimulate the economy? Create jobs? Allow market-forces to work?" (goodamericanpost.wordpress.com)
  • Tisha Casida. Gasoline Taxes, Red Tape, and Free-Market Solutions: 3 April 2010. "I can tell you that we should be very wary of the Waxman-Markey cap and trade bill that will hide taxes by calling them fees as well as put in place a mechanism to regulate carbon emissions. I am a big proponent of lowering pollution, but am 100% confidant in free-market solutions to do this. I do NOT believe in creating additional red tape, more layers of bureaucracy, or increasing taxes OR FEES on the American people. It is counter-productive and harms the foundations and principals upon which this country was built." (goodamericanpost.wordpress.com)
  • Tisha Casida. Issue Position: Environment. "It is impossible to legislate, mandate, or order people to behave in a certain manner. What is possible is to create an environment that fosters people's desires to preserve and protect the environments that are healthy and recreational. It is up to us as individuals to make these decisions" (www.votesmart.org)
  • Troy Hooper. The Colorado Independent: Casida takes on Tipton: Conservative says West Slope Congressman Isn't Her Cup of Tea. 1 December 2011. "There are many pollutants other than CO2 that are incredibly dangerous to the environment and people's health that should be mitigated “ these chemicals should be the focus. People and the private sector need to step up to the task, because the federal government is doing a terrible job at it." (coloradoindependent.com)
  • Troy Hooper. The Colorado Independent: Casida takes on Tipton: Conservative says West Slope Congressman Isn't Her Cup of Tea. 1 December 2011. "Would you work to weaken the powers of the EPA? 'Yes. I do not believe the EPA is doing a good job of protecting the environment “ most of what they are doing is causing problems for businesses. The concept of environmental protection must be taken to a state and local level in order for such an agency to remain true to its mission and work with the people who are impacted by rules and regulations.'" (coloradoindependent.com)
  • "We as consumers make decisions that affect the health of the environment and the beauty of a free-market economy is that is allows people to learn and make these choices for themselves. The most sustainable means of protecting the environment is having educated people making purchasing decisions." (votesmart.org)
  • "It is impossible to legislate, mandate, or order people to behave in a certain manner. What is possible is to create an environment that fosters people's desires to preserve and protect the environments that are healthy and recreational." (votesmart.org)
  • Calen Fretts. REVOLUTION: LibertyCandidates.org: 5 November 2011. On US Occupation of Other Countries: "There should be NO federal controls or regulation on gun-ownership. Registration of owning a gun could take place at the state levels and states could decide if there is any regulation for that, however, there should be no regulations at the state or local level that hinder law-abiding citizens from owning and carrying their guns since the Second Amendment protects our natural and unalienable right to bear arms and protect ourselves and our property. The most effective means to keep guns out of the hands of madmen and criminals is to make sure everyone who is not a criminal has a means to protect himself or herself. Bad people will always find a way to get a weapon “ the best thing to do is to have them knowing that they are up against a well-armed citizenry." (www.liberty-candidates.org)
  • Tisha Casida. Issue Position: 2nd Amendment. 22 February 2012. "Self-defense is also a right. There is no requirement to call someone in government in order to get permission to act in your own defense. It is ludicrous to think that defending your life efficiently and effectively with the use of a gun somehow requires government permission. If people are not required to obtain a church permit, then logically they cannot be required to obtain a concealed carry permit. There is no philosophical or legal difference between the First and Second Amendment. Ultimately this means that 23,000+ gun laws in the United States are "repugnant to the Constitution" and should therefore be considered null and void." (www.votesmart.org)
  • "I want to be your congresswoman to protect all of your liberties in the Constitution against unlawful government intrusions. Congress is out of control and someone needs to stop it.Both Democrats and Republicans like to pick and choose which liberties to protect and which to ignore. Democrats trample the 2nd and 10th amendment, while Republicans forget about the due process amendments. The civil liberties preserved in the Constitution are not conditional -- they are universal, at all times and to all people." (votesmart.org)
  • "Self-defense is also a right. There is no requirement to call someone in government in order to get permission to act in your own defense. It is ludicrous to think that defending your life efficiently and effectively with the use of a gun somehow requires government permission. If people are not required to obtain a church permit, then logically they cannot be required to obtain a concealed carry permit. There is no philosophical or legal difference between the First and Second Amendment. Ultimately this means that 23,000+ gun laws in the United States are "repugnant to the Constitution" and should therefore be considered null and void.That being said, I do carry a weapon, and I do have a concealed carry permit from Pueblo County, Colorado." (votesmart.org)
  • Tisha Casida. Fixing Our Problems, Not Complaining About Them. 12 February 2012. "Congress has enacted and the President has signed into law several pieces of legislation that are downright unconstitutional. As a matter of fact, the most recent piece of legislation signed, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) (specifically Section 1021) is treasonous [¦] Other unconstitutional acts include: the Patriot Act, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), the Federal Reserve Act, and of course the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) and the PROTECT IP Act (PIPA), which are still being debated. Ideally we would have a Congress that would repeal the unconstitutional parts of these pieces of legislation. What we can do right now is nullify these pieces of legislation at the State or County level." (casida2012.com)
  • Tisha Casida. Unconstitutional “ Ruling by 6th Circuit is an Atrocity to Our Constitution. 29 June 2011. "The 6th Circuit Court of Appeals has just ruled that mandating that people purchase health insurance from the government is constitutional using the Commerce Clause to interpret such. This is a blasphemous interpretation “ Congress should have absolutely no authority to create a law that forces a FREE citizen to purchase something “ that includes health insurance." (casida2012.com)
  • Tisha Casida. Issue Position: Immigration. "It is imperative that we protect American citizens [¦] We must secure the border and we must streamline process for legal immigration into the United States [¦] We must end the incentives that allow illegal immigrants to benefit as citizens, but do not contribute to those services. Ending these incentives allows for a free-market approach to ending what may bring people here illegally in the first place." (www.votesmart.org)
  • "In addition to this, we must end the incentives that allow illegal immigrants to benefit as citizens, but do not contribute to those services. Ending these incentives allows for a free-market approach to ending what may bring people here illegally in the first place.Lastly, States can decide to use some type of system to verify the citizenry of people applying for jobs, so that employers understand that they will be held accountable for assisting with people who are breaking the law." (votesmart.org)
  • Christian Piatt. PULP: NewSpin: Interview with Tisha Casida: October 2011. "I am running for federal office, and believe that the federal government has no place in social issues. I personally, don't think it is anyone's right to stop another human from making decisions but them and them alone. On the issue of gay marriage and civil unions, I believe that everyone has the same right to "be with" whoever they choose and that the government should have no part in deciding if this happens or not. When it comes to the tax code and how people who are married are affected by it - we need to start over with a new tax code that will be fair for everyone, including for people of the same sex who decide to be in a civil union or married." (pueblopulp.com)
  • Tisha Casida. Issue Position: Defense of the United States. "Defense is one of the main functions of the federal government, but defense should never be equated to unconstitutional wars and military bases occupying 130 countries. I will fight for American military families by bringing the troops home. We have a border to protect." (casida2012.com)
  • Tisah Casida. Liberty Candidates: 2011 Tisha Casida for U.S. House of Representatives, CO. Responded "I believe in peace, however, I believe that it is absolutely necessary to protect the United States from foreign threats. That being said, I do not believe it is possible to protect this country from foreign threats by "invading" countries that may have threats against us. I believe that our national security should start at our borders “ not in others. I believe that we should be using funds for our own economic well-being, not starting more wars." to the question: "What is your opinion on current US foreign policy?" (libertycandidates.com)
  • "It is our responsibility to vet and respond to this evidence to protect the American people from terrorist attacks, specifically those on our financial enterprises and institutions that house the investments of our currency, our real estate, our retirement, and our sovereignty." (votesmart.org)
  • Tisha Casida. Club 20 Debate, Tisha Casida - Club 20 Debate_Tisha Casida, Medicare Issues.mov. 9 September 2012. "I understand that people have paid into the system. I look at it as a contractual obligation from the federal government. It's our federal government's role to fulfill that contract with the people. For the next generation upcoming however, if they want to opt-out of it, just like if they want to opt-out of social security, and use their own money to invest in their own health care, or invest in their own retirement-- I do believe that we should start working on reforming the system so that people have the opportunity and the option to opt-out and make their own decision on what they do with their money and with their health care." (www.youtube.com)

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