John Kingston

Drug Policy

I support a solution that focuses on increasing public awareness and education, improves treatment and rehabilitation options, and assists law enforcement in keeping drugs like fentanyl out of our communities before they can inflict more harm. Learn more

Economy

The anti-business rhetoric, over-regulation, and tax policies of the Obama Administration have suppressed economic growth for years. It is time to revive our economic growth prospects to benefit all people. Learn more

We need to streamline regulations to improve U.S. competitiveness in the industry and work to improve safety conditions for one of the most important industries in America. Learn more

Education

I will advocate for federal funds to be deployed to support educational opportunity and choice, because I believe all parents should have a choice as to where to send their children, not just the well-off. Learn more

Environment / Energy

All of these energy solutions lead to energy independence from the Middle East and a genuine commitment to preserving the environment. Learn more

We can’t abandon fossil fuels but we must plan for tomorrow more aggressively than we have by expanding renewables and using energy more efficiently—It’s in the best interest of ourselves, and children, and our planet. Learn more

I support continued measured development of our natural resources, an economically rational advancement of renewable sources, and a focus on conservation and efficiency. Learn more

I would encourage careful development and deployment of our oil and gas resources, and I would encourage expanded research into next-generation nuclear power resources, as we need to be ready to deal with our energy needs without relying on potentially hostile foreign sources. Learn more

I favor green technologies that are economically viable as a key part of future economic growth, and believe conservation of our natural resources is our duty to our children, grandchildren, and future descendants. Learn more

I do not support subsidies of uneconomic technologies that lead to waste of taxpayers’ dollars. Learn more

Foreign Policy

We must remain vigilant as the threat of global terrorism is ever-present. Those who wish us ill and carry evil in their hearts have not disappeared. We need to continue to take the battle to the enemy, as the more they remain on the defensive the less likely they are to successfully attack our homeland. Learn more

I stand with Israel, our one true friend in the Middle East. I favor continued military assistance to Israel to enhance and ensure its ability to defend itself, and I oppose efforts to isolate and harass Israel in forums such as the United Nations. Learn more

But I would advocate for our allies to bear more of our common burden, as it is foolish for us to defend those who are fully capable of defending themselves. Learn more

I remain concerned about the dangerous inclinations of rogue states such as North Korea, Iran, and Syria. I would support efforts to work with our allies and others who are concerned to ensure that the ability of those who wish us harm is greatly curbed. Learn more

Government Reform

I urged Republicans in Congress to abandon plans to re-allow earmarks. Democrats historically were the main practitioners of this unsavory technique, and Republicans stopped it. But word was they might revive it. We don’t need more pork-barrel spending, by either party. Learn more

I pledge to support term limits if elected. Learn more

Healthcare

We need sensible reforms to Social Security and Medicare that don’t cut benefits for retirees or anyone approaching retirement. We must find a way to work together on bipartisan solutions or we will see the consequences of Washington’s inaction and its inability to come together. Learn more

I do not favor Obamacare, as its effects have been to drive insurance premiums higher, deny Americans their freedom to keep their doctors, and created enormous costs and strains in the system. I favor a system that allows people to choose their doctors, does not block pre-existing conditions, and frees people from unnecessary regulation. Learn more

I favor expanding subsidies for medical education, as we need to attract our best and brightest into an area that pays enormous dividends to society through a healthier population. Learn more

I favor tort reform so that doctors and hospitals can avoid practicing defensive medicine. Learn more

Immigration

But we have to accept that there are many here who, through no fault of their own, have been raised in our country, and we must accept them as our fellow Americans. Learn more

I support sensible border security, increased interdiction and swift repatriation of those who arrive illegally. I oppose sanctuary cities and would vote to withhold federal aid to any city that seeks to defy federal law or actively oppose the efforts of federal officials to uphold the law. Learn more

We must reform our immigration system so that those who comply with our laws and seek entry legally are not disadvantaged versus those who enter our country illegally or who overstay their visas. We simply cannot open our borders to anyone who wants to be here, and we need to put in place and enforce laws that are respected, not flouted. Learn more

Social Services

We need sensible reforms to Social Security and Medicare that don’t cut benefits for retirees or anyone approaching retirement. We must find a way to work together on bipartisan solutions or we will see the consequences of Washington’s inaction and its inability to come together. Learn more

Taxes / Budget

Career politicians have a stranglehold on Washington because of their own self-interests. I say we withhold pay from federal lawmakers who fail to do their jobs — including for any government shutdown caused by inaction or gridlock in Congress. If they don’t pass a budget, why should soldiers and seniors be at risk… and the lawmakers aren’t? Learn more

I favor a lower corporate tax rate, as we must avoid incentives for companies to relocate overseas or employ elaborate tax-minimization strategies that create little genuine economic benefit. Learn more

America must fundamentally revise its tax code to create jobs, encourage innovation, and compete globally. With unemployment low and the economy recovering, now is the time to ensure that we create a fairer tax system. I support lower rates across the board. I would support efforts to reform the payroll tax, as it impedes job creation and is disproportionately borne by lower wage workers. Learn more

I oppose efforts to eliminate the deductibility of state and local taxes. Learn more