John Krupa believes that business people, state and local government agencies, and community advocates need to work together. He has a plan to help businesses create new jobs, reduce costs of fuel for transportation and heat, and create a safe environment for citizens of the district.
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Quiz Answers:
Illegal Immigrants
Offer them a path to citizenship once they have paid a fine and any back taxes.
Universal Health Care
I oppose universal health care.
Pennsylvania Brain Drain
Offer individual financial incentives such as student loan repayment to encourage youth to stay.
Campaign Finance Reform
I favor the “clean money” approach, giving each candidate a set amount of public money--the system currently in use in Maine and Arizona).
Iraq
I believe we should stay in Iraq for as long as we are making progress toward the goals of the Iraqi government taking over, and the Iraqi army providing adequate security.
Climate Change
Even if some scientists claim the debate on climate change is not settled, Congress should reduce emissions with alternative energy sources, hybrid motor vehicles, clean coal and nuclear energy.
Energy Independence
Congress should provide incentives to support sustainable energy businesses and research, as well as the personal adoption of energy-saving products and practices.
No Child Left Behind
I agree with the law’s goals, but not with its“one-size-fits-all” approach to education that overemphasizes testing and doesn't provide enough money to schools to achieve success. The law should be modified.
Transportation Funding
Credit the Highway Trust Fund for emergency expenditures paid out of the fund since 1998.