Jason Cherry

Environment / Energy We have one planet with no viable “backups”. In terms of cold hard logic and risk management, we cannot afford to gamble with the fate of our only planet. I am in favor of many measures to limit fossil fuels and promote renewable energy. I am also open to hearing scientific-based rationale on the reasonable methods and means to achieve a more sustainable energy policy for the future of our species. Healthcare I am in favor of more stringent prosecution of fraud with heavier fines and mandatory prison time that is exempted from executive clemency powers. I am in favor of regulations meant to increase competition in the healthcare industry for categories of healthcare services where fraud and abuse are regularly observed and documented. I would like to hear arguments for and against limiting participation in healthcare funding for individuals who abuse their benefits. Legislation We must replace the ambiguous language used in the U.S. Constitution with an effective code of ethics and conduct for the U.S. Supreme Court Justices. Social Services I oppose raising the eligibility age to 70 years old for social security benefits. Government Reform Cognitive impairment after the age of 80 years old is a well-documented reality. Our political positions are meant to serve the owners of government – not the individual. I support reform to limit service in all three branches of federal government to the maximum age of 80 years old. Guns I am in favor of registering private firearms sales and reasonable “red flag” laws to remove weapons from individuals deemed “mentally unstable” through a due process system. Immigration I am in favor of regulated immigration intended to promote the economy and to maintain an appropriate workforce. I am against unregulated immigration that burdens the taxpayers with no foreseeable benefits. Government Reform We need term limits for all branches of government set to a maximum of 20 years.