Logan Cunningham

Government Reform Beaufort County has been and will continue to be one of the fastest growing counties in SC. Transparency is needed in our government. I believe accountability is needed to help ensure our tax dollars are being monitored, managed and spent properly towards their initial purpose and does not exceed it. This is how transparency is used successfully by not just providing the information needed but using that information to put the Beaufort County residence first. Transparency goes beyond finances. Drug Policy We need to wage a war on the price of opioids, and limit their accessibility to end the epidemic. Marijuana should be allowed for medical purposes, not for recreational use, and must be regulated by the FDA. Healthcare would thrive as a free enterprise. Competition among insurance providers in an open market would drive prices down, making medical care more affordable for all. Taxes / Budget My goal for District 7 is to let the citizens know exactly where and how our tax dollars are being spent. I will advocate in the front lines and fight for an even better District 7. I will ensure fiscal accountability for all of Beaufort County. Infrastructure / Transportation I am for the growth of Beaufort County and District 7’s community, however, it must be managed properly. I believe District 7 can be managed properly by handling and conserving the businesses that are being built, focusing on precise development before moving on to another project. Builders must pay their fair share of impact fees to support our economy and schools. Education As a former public school educator, I know firsthand the need for reformation. I stand for having a maximum class size and a state-written curriculum. I believe teachers perform best when their time is valued and protected. I will advocate for increasing teacher salaries and protecting planning, lunch, and end of work day times. I believe in securing maternity and paternity leave for new parents, both biological and adoptive. Environment / Energy As a citizen of the Lowcountry, I couldn’t be more passionate about the protection our coastal waterways. I feel paper products need to be used in exclusivity by restaurants and merchants closest to the ocean. Ultimately, biodegradable Styrofoam/plastic can be used to replace all products. To prevent the potentially crippling costs involved in the replacement process, I would push for companies to compete in a free market for our business. Protecting the planet doesn’t need to come at a premium- we want the lowest price possible. I am in direct opposition of off-shore drilling. The fact is that we have enough oil on US soil to last us 250 years- drilling is just not necessary and would be an extreme detriment to our oceanic ecosystem. I stand for being proactive by way of strict building codes for places in close proximity to marshes and coasts. Environment / Energy As stated in my Environment Matters section, I couldn’t be more passionate about the protection of our coastal waterways. I will continue to stand for the protection and the preservation of the nature trails, existing neighborhoods with recreational facilities and waterways surrounding Beaufort County. Education I am the advocate that will bridge the gap between the people, school board and council. Our education must be dictated at the state and county level. We must make sure the school board, teachers, and administration are supported properly in order for our students to be successful. Healthcare I am against Universal Health Care and will work to fully repeal Obama Care. I believe the government had no place in funding our health care. I feel we need to put a cap on the price of medically necessary prescriptions such as insulin and some birth controls. Defense / Veterans I fully support our military and believe we need to take better care of our veterans. VA needs to be revamped with easily accessible and timely health care, both physical and mental. If the wait in the VA is too long for medical needs, veterans should have the opportunity to use a different doctor and maintain the benefit of the VA still paying for their care. We need to invest in setting up pathways for veterans to renter the workforce when ready. The VA homeless rate due to heath and job statues is unacceptable in the USA. The freedoms we have are owed to these people. Assistance in securing affordable housing is a must. I stand for the investment in technology and training, as well as compensation for those who serve our country. Every Job in the military is crucial to operations and our freedoms in the great country we call home. I do not believe we need to be world’s body guard. Yes, we should support our Allies to protect the stability of the world, but it shouldn’t be completely on our dime. Balance is the key. Education I aspire for all students to pursue their education to the highest degree desired. I support technical and trade schools and believe they are a valuable option for our youth. State and local institutions are vital to the future of education, and therefore must be made affordable. I stand for a hold to stop rising tuition. Education I believe our high school students need to be better prepared for life, which is why I will advocate for courses such as budgeting, navigating healthcare, and professionalism. I believe junior year students should be encouraged to declare a college or trade path and be supported in taking the next steps to pursue their aspirations. Taxes / Budget I am in support of lower taxes. I believe in addition by subtraction. The only way to safeguard our taxes is by removing a tax of equal or greater value, before instituting a new one. The deregulation of our business will help stimulate our economy. The more money our businesses can keep by paying less in taxes, the more they can reinvest into their employees and expanding operations. Both of which promote a healthy and growing economy. Guns I fully support the Second Amendment. Citizens have the right to own a gun. The more gun control laws you have, the more rights you are taken away from your citizens. Guns are used for self-protection and to create security in one’s own home. Limiting gun laws will not prevent the negative actions of people who will obtain guns illegally. Criminals and those who exhibit poor-judgement will always find a way to obtain them. Instead, limiting gun laws will remove the right to feel safe and secure from law-abiding citizens.