Issue Position: Economy

Issue Position

Issue Position: Economy

We need to create a vibrant and innovative upstate economy in which private enterprise and not-for-profits can flourish. To do so, we must make it easier for small businesses to create jobs, by lowering energy and health care costs, and increasing the purchasing power of working Americans.

Lower Health Care Costs.

A single-payer health care system would be less expensive for businesses, eliminate costly red tape and government programs, reduce the share of health insurance costs paid by employees and erase barriers for new entrepreneurs.

Energy Solutions Create Jobs.

New York has the second highest energy costs in the nation. Investing in alternative energy sources will create jobs as well as reducing harmful effects on the environment. Federal aid must focus on high tech research.

Middle Class Tax Cuts.

Tax relief should focus on middle and working class families. Pensions need to be protected. People should not have to work multiple jobs to keep their heads above water.

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