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Would either of you actually propose constitutional amendments?

Often we see politicians using the Constitution as a shield, or an excuse. It was intended to change with the times, hence the provisions allowing said change. Are you willing to change obsolete parts

Submitted by: Zacube from OR
April 20, 2016, 1:27 a.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
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Do you feel that money in politics has stolen our ability to affect change?

The amount of money in our political process increases every year. Has the amount of money diluted the voices of the majority within our country?

Submitted by: kaczu from MD
April 21, 2016, 10:19 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
268

What are your thoughts on proportional representation?

Are you open to ending the two party system and allowing freer elections? Is this a bill or amendment that you would sign and/or support?

Submitted by: Joaquin M. from TX
April 19, 2016, 9:04 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
189

What do you think of the idea of making voting mandatory in the U.S.?

Voting is both a right and a responsibility. Enfranchise EVERY CITIZEN. If every ballot included an option to abstain, those who choose not to participate would not have their rights infringed upon.

Submitted by: Gabrielle from WI
April 21, 2016, 1:38 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
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What is your position on lobbying and would you propose legislation to end it?

Lobbying is no different than bribery. Congress is bought & paid for to do the will of the lobbyists. i.e.- laws to hold banks accountable, opposition to the TPP or efforts to prevent GMO labeling.

Submitted by: Sheila C. from OR
April 21, 2016, 9:44 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
204

Will you support voting rights for territories like American Samoa and Guam?

These territories contribute huge numbers of volunteers to the American military but are often left out of national elections and their representatives in congress are not allowed actual votes.

Submitted by: dylanlhoward from WI
April 21, 2016, 7:46 a.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
208

Would you support switching to an Alternative vote system?

Statistically, First-past-the-post systems are undemocratic, as they end causing the largest plurality of votes win, even if not the majority.
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Submitted by: knw257 from MA
April 20, 2016, 10:39 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
209

Elected officials should support the wishes of their constituents. If they do not, should they be recalled?

Elected officials should support the wishes of their constituents. If they do not, should they be recalled?

Submitted by: Sheila C. from OR
April 21, 2016, 9:54 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
217

Can you provide instances where you had voted against your campaign donors?

It is obvious that politicians needs lot of money to run campaigns. If you had huge corporations contributing to your campaign, how can you prove that you will have the citizen's best interests?

Submitted by: Jay from IL
April 21, 2016, 2:33 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
178

Can we go Back to paper votes monitored by real people representing candidates?

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=K7tjnuG-l6g&ebc=ANyPxKo5YEH9coujhOxfagjDiR9yxnXXcx1CH5fNz8uZ7bVjoxJLygemw8EFPhDgJqD5Pf8oeJ9u

Submitted by: Joy K. from FL
April 20, 2016, 3:08 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
148

In case Bernie Sanders lose, what is the future of his political revolution ?

the political revolution has relied a lot on the elections as a deadline...when normally revolutions have no time limits.what is the future of this revolution regardless to the elections ?

Submitted by: Nader from FL
April 21, 2016, 12:11 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
127

Do you support voter registration to all citizens who file income tax returns?

Voting is a fundamental right of all American citizens. Filing income tax should automatically register a citizen to vote. It shouldn't be easier to buy a firearm than register to vote.

Submitted by: Ming from IL
April 22, 2016, 8:30 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
190

Would you move for alternatives to questionable elections?

Currently, there is no recourse to re-vote if election found fraudulent or when large mistakes are made. How can you make sure every vote really counts? Signed, Broward resident in '00 election.

Submitted by: MaydaSyed
April 21, 2016, 1:43 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
170

would you support requiring TV stations to provide free air time to candidates ?

Many countries require free airtime on TV and radio to candidates on the ballot in the 30-60 period prior to an election. This would drastically reduce the need to raise so much money.

Submitted by: Ron from CA
April 22, 2016, 1:03 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
134

How about a national primary day first Tuesday in June?

This would allow well qualified candidates without high name recognition time to make their case and open the process.

Submitted by: Maryann P. from NC
April 21, 2016, 3:18 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
158

What will you do to increase the influence of the scientific community in DC.

Often the legislative process can become polluted with inaccurate information from think tanks and uninformed legislators. This lack of correct information is unacceptable.

Submitted by: Richard from FL
April 22, 2016, 5:45 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
276
Submitted by: Laura H from FL
April 18, 2016, 8:03 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
149

Do you agree 5 republicans in SCOTUS gave us the Citizens United Ruling?

Do you agree 5 republicans in SCOTUS gave us the Citizens United ruling ?

Submitted by: Tom D from CA
April 24, 2016, 2:08 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
168

Would you introduce a Bill Requiring the Senate to Vote on Judicial Nominees?

With the recent rash of Senate failures to even hold hearings on Judicial Nominees, would you agree to introduce a bill that requires the Senate to hold hearings and votes for all nominees?

Submitted by: Kyle O from FL
April 24, 2016, 4:10 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
139

Where does your campaign money come from?

Please tell us in detail who is funding your campaign, starting with the donors and groups who have provided the most financial support to your campaign.

Submitted by: Jillian Antoinette from CA
April 21, 2016, 11:14 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
277

Can Party Whip positions be abolished?

The sole purpose of the Party Whip appears to be to put the whim of the party elite above the needs of the public and block votes for bills that likely have some bipartisan support.

Submitted by: dond from FL
April 18, 2016, 5:42 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
206

Would you support listing of contributors to bundled donations?

A lobbyist for terrorist group Tamil Tigers was caught by CBS contributing to Obama. Recently TYT reported same person giving massively to Clinton. Are the small contributors US citizens?

Submitted by: Sinna from TX
April 21, 2016, 12:05 p.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections
193

Do you support an amendment that holds officials accountable.

Too many times we see elected officials do everything but show up for work. Gov shut down. If I did not show up for work after some days I would be fired. They should be held to the same standard.

Submitted by: Paula Jacko from IL
April 22, 2016, 7:31 a.m.
Issue area: Government & Elections

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