Education

One of the most important things we can do for our children is provide them with a quality education. A forward looking society educates its children thus providing not only for their future but also for the future of the society.

Economy

Our national economy has suffered over the past year and a half. During this time the Texas economy has held up better than much of the nation. We must be diligent in keeping Texas a business friendly state, maintaining the businesses that provide Texans with jobs and attracting new businesses to the state.

Taxes and Spending

It is unconscionable for government spending to continue to rise while taxpayers are struggling. Those that govern must remember that the money that they are spending belongs to those they govern. Every Texan must tighten his belt when income is down. This is a lesson that government must learn. I will support a required super-majority vote in the legislature on any proposal that would increase taxes on the people of Texas. I will also support a cap on any increase in state spending that is linked to inflation and population.