David Roberson

Recognizing that reproductive rights are a sensitive issue and that people can hold good-faith views on all sides, LPTexas believes that government should be kept out of the matter, leaving the question to each person for their conscientious consideration. LPTexas does not condone that tax dollars be spent for any such medical cost.

Neutral

Neutral

All persons are entitled to the fruits of their labor. As such, LPTexas opposes the imposition of income tax by any governmental entity. Additionally, we support a Constitutional amendment that would require at least two-thirds majority vote by each house of the legislature to increase the rate of any tax. Taxation should be used only for services that cannot be provided by free market solutions. We seek to reduce the size and scope of government. The budgets of all levels of government must be balanced, and government spending reduced. Each existing tax must have a clearly specified purpose, and be subject to sunset at the end of each legislative session following its effective start date. Expanding on these general principles concerning taxation, LPTexas holds the following positions on issues specific to the state of Texas: II.1.a. Gross Margin Tax LPTexas seeks the complete repeal of the Gross Margins Tax adopted in 2006. Rather than a slow reduction in these franchise taxes, we call for the legislature to reduce the state’s constitutional spending limits. II.1.b. Property Tax LPTexas supports the elimination of all property taxes, as ad valorem tax cannot be assessed objectively, and inequitably harms the poor. Until such taxes are eliminated, we call for a moratorium on appraisal valuation increases. Additionally, we call for the election (subject to the Texas Election Code), not appointment, of all members of any Board of Directors of any Appraisal District. These elected positions would be limited to two consecutive two-year terms, until the positions are abolished along with the ad valorem taxes. II.1.c. Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones Recognizing that Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones (TIRZ) have been abused by many local governments as a means to enrich cronies, LPTexas calls for the abolishment of TIRZ districts. II.1.d. Occupational Licensing The exercise of an occupation or profession should be regarded as a natural right, not subject to regulation or taxation by the government. Government’s role in professional practices, if any, should be limited to protection against fraud or abuse. Therefore, LPTexas advocates for the repeal of all statutes regarding licensing occupations or professional practices. II.1.e. Government Debt LPTexas supports a moratorium on bond issuance, Certificates of Obligation, and all other forms of government borrowing. Additionally, government-owned assets should be liquidated for the repayment of outstanding debt.

All government spending should be reviewed for appropriate budgetary adjustments

Disagree

Disagree

The government is never authorized to close places of worship.

Government should neither provide, control, nor require health care. LPTexas does not believe that people have a right to be provided with healthcare at other peoples’ expense. We advocate the phasing out of Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIPS programs. LPTexas supports free market based healthcare systems and health insurance. We oppose a “single payer” concept and the federal legislation known as the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 (Obama Care). LPTexas opposes any and all forms of unearned tax credits, tax subsidies, and tax penalties that are directed under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) or “Obama Care.”

The right of personal bodily autonomy should never be violated by a governmental requirement.

The United States should take necessary measures to protect its borders, its citizens, and its allies but avoid military conflict outside its and its allies' borders

Strongly Disagree

Strongly Agree

The immigration process should be expedited for all those "in-line" and for newcomers. Those with criminal records and/or known associations with criminal organizations should be detained and deported.

Neutral

Neutral

Strongly Disagree

I believe in adhering to the Golden Rule in actions towards others, and respect the beliefs of others to follow their version of religious conviction as they choose.

Disagree

Texas voter laws are sufficient. No changes needed.

There are fringe elements that cling to hate, and those persons and groups should be monitored but allowed to exist provided they do not act against society.

Strongly Disagree

A) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy

Agree

To manage the larger issues effecting the citizenry with the consent of the governed

Moderate

I have not provided any interviews or media reports at this time as none have been requested

No

Reduce taxes, promote educational and healthcare choice, and establish mental health options for society

Agree

If conduct is consistent with departmental policy, then the officers are within their rules of conduct. Conduct inconsistent with departmental policy should not be included in qualified immunity coverage.

Agree

I support redirecting funds to increase police officer training programs and mental health response strategies. An officer should be fully trained and able to respond to most situations, including mental health related matters, in the normal course of duty.

Current firearm laws are sufficient. No new laws are required, but enforcement of current regulations should be prioritized.

Disagree