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My campaign slogan is: "A New ERA for
America". The acronym ERA stands for: Energy,
Righteousness, & Accountability
- Energy: The world economy and engines
of industry can be powered by a virtually unlimited amount of
solar-hydrogen energy. A more prosperous and productive world
will continue to manifest as the nations increase
their mechanized manufacturing base. Wind power has
already proven to be cost competitive with natural gas power
generation. Hydrogen is a storage form of energy
produced by water electrolysis.
- There are two projects that should be done to
create a prosperous future: 1) Install a new solar-hydrogen
energy infrastructure in America, 2) Engage in massive exports of energy
generators and other infrastructure equipment for Nation Building.
To engage in this effort will require some short term
sacrifice. By our work and sacrifice we will
be engaging in the true "War on Terror and
Poverty." The fastest way to win this war is to
mobilize to a War Economy and divert the tools of
production from consumer goods to manufacturing energy
generators and the elements of a country's
economic infrastructure.
- Mobilizing to a war economy is an extreme measure,
and may not be essential at this time. But, at the very least
we must discipline ourselves to save money as opposed to our
current habit of excessive consumerism. This burden should
be light, and this short term sacrifice should enable us
to divert the needed resources toward installing a new
manufacturing and energy base. This will in turn allow us
to export the required energy
generators and peripheral infrastructure to
build nations.
- We must resist the seduction of dependence on
the old established industries of coal, oil, and
nuclear. These industries emit harmful pollutants, and their
supply will eventually be exhausted. We could simply wait
until they near exhaustion. By waiting, the choice will
be made clear by both cost and supply. Alternative fuels
at that time will be more economical. But, in that scenario,
we will simply delay the golden age of energy and massive mechanization
of production. If we engage in the short term
sacrifice associated with investing in the tools of production
and installing a new energy infrastructure for American
and the world, we will reap a joyous harvest for our
labor.
- The second of the two giant industrialization projects
is the program of 3rd world infrastructure installation and Nation
Building. This program is akin to the Lend
Lease Marshall plan after WWII.
We can export wind/solar/hydrogen energy generation
equipment along with the other elements of a national
infrastructure. Once an infrastructure begins to
emerge, private industry will move in to capitalize on the
market and the productive environment. I would recommend that we
only support those nations that are committed to allowing missionaries,
Christian principles in their government, and honor contracts,
property rights, and human rights. I believe that investing
in people who are dedicated to Christ and Christian
principles will yield a good return on investment.
- Righteousness: I stand
for returning the consideration of Biblical principles and
non-denominational Christianity back into government. The
First Amendment was established to prevent the establishment of a
Theocracy in America. The Founders gave us an object lesson of
what they considered to be the proper posture between government and the
Church. We were established as a Christian nation, and we should
restore our Christian heritage in government, media, and in the
classroom. There should be
no government mandated creed or code of orthodoxy. There
should be no Christian denomination established to which people pay
taxes, nor a religion for which membership
is required. But still, other non-Christian religions
and worldviews should not be given equal weight in the legislature,
judiciary, and executive decisions. The fullness of the
Biblical canon should be honored as the highest revealed message
from God, and it is the responsibility of our leaders and
society to continue to struggle to manifest the spirit of
the Bible. I
believe economic prosperity is intimately connected
to elevating the national character. I believe we must
educate our children to be moral and Godly citizens
to insure our lineage of Godliness and prosperity.
Legislating from a Christian perspective insures righteous and fair
regulation of the marketplace and creates a bright social
climate which engenders productivity and enthusiasm.
- Accountability: I see a future society
that is aware of its internal state, and adjusts its
course upon recognizing its mistakes and successes. Such synergy within a system
requires a deep internal communication and cooperation among
the component parts of the society . To create this
ultimate valuable outcome, the media, internet, government,
education, industry, and individuals must all
participate. Every sector of society should be open
to revealing its internal processes. Source data should
be anonymous, but various forms of validation should be used
to insure the quality of collected and submitted information.
Monitoring societal parameters for quality control purposes
can be useful for manifesting societal goals. But, we all know
that societal monitoring can be abused by those addicted to power, who
love control, or live in fear. Abuses in an information
based economy and society are possible. The best
insurance against abuse is internal self control and personal
accountability before God. Ultimately all our actions are
seen and known. The concept of private, anonymous, and hidden is a
comfortable illusion we entertain as humans. Privacy is a
gift, one that has the responsibility of
Godliness. Privacy is most secure when then nation is
populated by a people who each stand personally naked and
accountable before God for their actions. Those who attempt to
hide their violation of Godliness must be exposed. Society
cannot tolerate unGodliness. Those who violate God's laws put
the privilege of privacy in jeopardy for self and
society. Accountability is required for self and
societal regulation. The society which helps the individual
in his/her development of Godly individual and social character is
wise and prosperity will follow. It is our duty as brothers and
sisters in the Lord to act as surrogates in
accountability before God as we prepare for
eternity.
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