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Submitted by: billbot from MI
April 21, 2016, 10:06 a.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
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Submitted by: Tanner from MN
April 21, 2016, 5:03 p.m.
Issue area: Society & Community
47

Are you able to solve problems without violence?

Public interest requires solution based on what is best for all. War is destruction not good solution.

Submitted by: Staci English from IL
April 22, 2016, 7:57 p.m.
Issue area: Foreign Policy & Military
47

Do you think the American People should vote for the next SCOTUS?

Due to those that have the power to suggest a SCOTUS have a controversial past. Including, Senate and President.
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Submitted by: idania from CA
April 21, 2016, 9:22 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
49

How would you handle the issue of unisex bathrooms in schools?

Too many states are discriminating against transgendered people and trying to legislate which bathroom. Wouldn't it be less discriminatory to build more unisex bathrooms?

Submitted by: kaymiami14 from FL
April 22, 2016, 3:21 p.m.
Issue area: Civil Rights
54

What is your stance on the rebel flag, explain what it represents to you.

I feel like everyone known enough about this controversy, if either candidate defends it at this point a red flag should be raised.

Submitted by: Cody from FL
April 21, 2016, 4:30 p.m.
Issue area: Society & Community
54

Would you support National Instant Runoff Voting and mail - in ballots?

This would give us more voting choices as the two party system has not been working out very well for the People and make it easier to vote.

Submitted by: Louise F. from CO
April 25, 2016, 1:23 a.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
49

Do you think Americans have a say in FAFE or is it just corp. money that does?

FAFE= Free And Fair Elections Just to add to the question: "If money influences then how?" and "If Americans influence then how?"

Submitted by: Imad from CA
April 22, 2016, 1:42 a.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
58

How will you improve support for Menta disabilities in High School?

Hi, I Have ADHD. Right now, public high school is horrible for me, and even though I have support, it's still a struggle What will you guys do To make high school more enjoyable and individualized?

Submitted by: CadenOnTheCobb from CT
April 21, 2016, 2:16 p.m.
Issue area: Education
66

What changes, do you think, would help the lower classes of our country.

For lower income tax brackets, such as myself. It seems the only way to make money is to have money in the first place. Saving isn't an option. How can i improve my financial condition?

Submitted by: Levi "the pirate" kleier from UT
April 21, 2016, 11:39 p.m.
Issue area: Economy & Jobs
41

Would you support a "happiness index," like that of Bhutan, for America?

It seems that we have become obsessed with financial metrics as a measure of the quality of life in America. This entirely misses the point when assessing the real quality of life for most Americans.

Submitted by: William S. from CA
April 21, 2016, 7:40 p.m.
Issue area: Society & Community
41

How many town hall meetings did you have in 2015?

Politicians like to claim they represent their constituents. However, there is little evidence that they listen or respond to them when making decisions that affect their lives.

Submitted by: TrueDemocracyNow from IL
April 22, 2016, 1:54 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
75

How about we eliminate the party system entirely, so individuals work together?

I, for one, am sick and tired of hearing about how people will "fight" for me! I want people who will stand strong for me, but not turn so quickly to fighting. Not everything is a battle.

Submitted by: Gabrielle from WI
April 21, 2016, 1:43 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
38

Hillary has endorsed a 25% retail sales tax on guns. Will you oppose this tax?

Hillary Clinton is on record endorsing a new national 25% sales tax on guns. New gun and bullet taxes have been imposed in IL, Seattle, and are a threat to the Second Amendment rights of Americans.
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Submitted by: ATR from DC
April 22, 2016, 4:59 p.m.
Issue area: Civil Rights
51

Do you agree with the Democracy Spring Protests?

If not, why? If so, would you participate?

Submitted by: FoundingFighter from FL
April 22, 2016, 5:52 a.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
51
Submitted by: Carlos from NY
April 22, 2016, 12:30 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
67

How would you balance the concerns of both Police & #BlackLivesMatter?

How would you balance concerns of Police, who are in danger everyday on the job, and our African American friends, who are also in danger every time they are stopped?

Submitted by: jacksonst from CA
April 22, 2016, 7:10 p.m.
Issue area: Society & Community
52

Are you a progressive politician? Why or why not?

Progressives are people who believe that the problems society faces (poverty, violence, greed, racism, and class welfare) could best be addressed by the government's active role on helping its people.

Submitted by: Jeason from NY
April 21, 2016, 11:21 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
54

Any chance of lowering taxes on the Middle Class??

We hear a lot from politicians about "injecting money into the economy" and increasing purchasing power, but it seems that the obvious BEST solution is to limit war & waste and lower taxes on us all!!

Submitted by: Free Man from MN
April 22, 2016, 2:53 a.m.
Issue area: Taxes & Budget

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