Linda Mrosko's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)
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Linda Mrosko refused to tell citizens where she stands on any of the issues addressed in the 2012 Political Courage Test, despite repeated requests from Vote Smart, national media, and prominent political leaders.
Issue Positions
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- Linda Mrosko. Dallas Voter's Guide: U.S. House, District 5. 19 April 2012. Responded "Yes, I support President Obama's goal. We can't leave soon enough. The cost to our country in lives and debt is overwhelming." to the question: "President Barack Obama wants to hand over all security of Afghanistan to Afghans by the end of 2014. Do you support that goal? Why or why not?" (c3.thevoterguide.org)
- Linda Mrosko. Dallas Voter's Guide: U.S. House, District 5. 19 April 2012. Responded "Yes, I support President Obama's goal. We can't leave soon enough. The cost to our country in lives and debt is overwhelming." to the question: "President Barack Obama wants to hand over all security of Afghanistan to Afghans by the end of 2014. Do you support that goal? Why or why not?" (c3.thevoterguide.org)
- Linda Mrosko. Dallas Voter's Guide: U.S. House, District 5. 15 October 2012. Responded "I believe if we really want to pay down our deficit, all the Bush-era tax cuts need to expire; therefore, we can wait until January and a new congress" to the question: "Should the House work in a lame-duck session after the November election to deal with the problems of the so-called "fiscal cliff," when the nation could face an end to Bush-era tax cuts and deep cuts in spending? Or should the House wait until the start of the next Congress in January to deal with those issues?" (c3.thevoterguide.org)
- Linda Mrosko. Dallas Voter's Guide: U.S. House, District 5. 19 April 2012. Responded "Economic growth begins with our local economy. Policies in Washington are only as good as the implementation at a local level. I believe providing education and job training are the keys to helping people whose jobs have evaporated in this economy. Each individual situation should be evaluated to determine whether unemployment benefits should be extended. I am not in favor of denying benefits to those in need" to the question: "What steps, if any, should Washington take to spur greater economic growth? Is this something that is best left to the private sector, or can government play a positive role? Also, does extending unemployment benefits help or exacerbate the jobless situation?" (c3.thevoterguide.org)
- Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
- Linda Mrosko. Dallas Voter's Guide: U.S. House, District 5. 19 April 2012. Responded "No. Congress should create minimum standards that must be met for a state to receive federal funding, but education issues should truly be addressed at the local level, not by Washington" to the question: "The law authorizing No Child Left Behind has expired. Has that law worked? Should Congress keep or revise it? If so, how would you revise the law? If not, what should Washington do to ensure students aren't being left behind?" (c3.thevoterguide.org)
- Linda Mrosko. Dallas Voter's Guide: U.S. House, District 5. 19 April 2012. Responded "Historically, additional drilling has never reduced the price of gas. President Obama has already stated we are producing record amounts of oil and natural gas. The world market dictates prices, world events dictate what we pay at the pump. I believe we must protect the environment and develop more efficient energy resources" to the question: "Some environmentalists criticize the way natural gas is produced in this country, including in North Texas. The Gulf of Mexico has energy reserves, but some critics don't want to drill there. And the debate over drilling in the upper reaches of Alaska remains a conflict between producers and environmentalists. How would you balance the need for greater energy resources with respect for the environment?" (c3.thevoterguide.org)
- Linda Mrosko. Dallas Voter's Guide: U.S. House, District 5. 19 April 2012. Responded "I believe we are experiencing climate change and I believe man is primarily responsible for it. I would support legislation that would reduce the output of greenhouse gases. I would accomplish this by promoting green energy initiatives that not only reduce greenhouse gases, but also produce economic benefits in a manner that leads to a "win-win" situation. I believe bipartisan ideas such as cap and trade should also be pursued" to the question: "What is your view on the science of man-made climate change? Do you support legislation that would reduce the output of greenhouse gases, and, if so, what approach would you take?" (c3.thevoterguide.org)
- Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
- Linda Mrosko. Issue Position: My Campaign. 1 January 2012. "It is about [...] affordable healthcare for everyone". (votesmart.org)
- Linda Mrosko. Dallas Voter's Guide: U.S. House, District 5. 19 April 2012. Responded: "No" to the question: "Should Congress repeal the Affordable Health Care Act? If so, what, if anything, should replace it?" (c3.thevoterguide.org)
- Linda Mrosko. Dallas Voter's Guide: U.S. House, District 5. 19 April 2012. Responded "I believe we need to adopt a more rational policy on who can enter the country as an immigrant. Perhaps a point-scoring system such as is used in both Canada and Australia where potential immigrants are assessed on their ability to contribute to the economy of the country as well as their family ties. Many children were brought here with their parents. If the children entered the country under the age of 18, there needs to be some path to citizenship through a combination of education, public service, and/or military service" to the question: "How would you, as a member of Congress, overhaul the nation's immigration laws? Please be specific." (c3.thevoterguide.org)
- Linda Mrosko. Issue Position: My Campaign. 1 January 2012. "It is about adopting a more rational policy on who can enter this country as an immigrant, and a pathway to citizenship through a combination of education, public service, and/or military service for children who were born or brought into this country under the age of 18." (votesmart.org)
- Linda Mrosko. Issues. 19 April 2012. "The Dream Act - a real life issue. Through no fault of their own, one of the three young ladies I'm standing with will not be able to go to college because the Dream Act did not pass. Which one of them would you deny furthering their education?" (lindaforcongress2012.com)
- Linda Mrosko. Issue Position: My Campaign. 1 January 2012. "It is about being able to love and marry whomever we chose." (votesmart.org)
- Linda Mrosko. Twitter. 31 December 2011. "16% of Americans (49 million) now live in poverty - & all the GOP congress is worried about is abortion, gay marriage, & 'In God We Trust'" (twitter.com)
- Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
- Linda Mrosko. Dallas Voter's Guide: U.S. House, District 5. 19 April 2012. Responded "Yes. In order for Social Security to continue, we must face this issue head-on and make fair revisions so that Social Security continues to provide the assistance it was initially created to provide" to the question: "Do you think Congress should overhaul Social Security? If so, what changes would you seek? If not, why wouldn't you overhaul these programs?" (c3.thevoterguide.org)
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