“Why do you want to run for Congress?”

- While never asked directly here, I get this question often in person (including a few times today)

I want to stop the wasteful spending and government inefficiency at the federal level. I want to see strong leaders, independent thinkers, and problem solvers in Congress… not politicians serving special interest groups and more focused on re-election than public service! It is time for change, and electing a politician will not get your change. The public should not accept the current spending habits of Congress and send a message by electing someone new. I will stand up for the public and work to reduce spending. I am a statesman, not a politician, because I am willing to making tough choices for public good and not for personal gain.