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The candidates in their own words
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| District 22 candidate Nick Lampson visits with two future voters during National Night Out in Pearland. |
Editor’s note: Houston Community Newspapers asked each of the candidates vying to represent Texas’ 22nd Congressional District about where they stand on the issues important to the community. Each candidate was given a questionnaire and the chance to provide answers in their own words. Staff determined the order of candidates answers by randomly pulling names.
Why should people vote for you?
WIEDER: I am voting John Wieder, for Congressman, because he is not a career politician. Elected he passes Ron Paul's "Life begins @ Conception " Amendment. He has owned and operated his own business for over 25 years and understands how government laws stifle business. He served his country, graduated from College of the Mainland and University of Houston. He was the Database Administrator for UTMB, before going into business. He taught school and college. He retired in 2003 and now has time to serve us and our country again. Congressmen are ambassadors to the world and he speaks more than two languages. etc.
OLSON: This race comes down to values, integrity and honesty. I believe career politicians have hurt our country with broken promises and failed leadership. It is time for new leadership with common-sense, conservative values to help transform Congress and make it focus on policies that help our families and set a firm course for our future generations. I will always be led by core principles which are centered around reducing the size of government and ensuring your family keeps more of what you earn. We must end the runaway spending, earmarking, and budget busting that causes higher taxes and bad laws which led to our economic problems. I will stand on the side of taxpayers every time as I work to ensure our country is protected and your family is freed of government burden so you and your children can prosper.
LAMPSON: Our community is setting off on a long road to recovery during a challenging period in our country. My seniority and proven record of being an independent and effective leader for Southeast Texas will be invaluable as we rebuild from Hurricane Ike and overcome the obstacles that are currently facing America. Our community needs a leader with experience and a proven record of accessibility, as well as effectiveness to see us through these difficult times. I am the only candidate in this race that can offer both seniority and a track record of effectively serving our community. If given the honor to represent you again in Congress I will continue to fulfill my promise of independence, accessibility, and standing up for our Texas values.
John Wieder, Libertarian
Alvin
Retired Realtor from Century 21 Wieder Realty 1980-1984 converted to Seguros y Bienes Raices 1985-2005.
Vietnam Veteran, United States Air Force 1968-1972
http://www.johnwieder.com/
Pete Olson, Republican
Sugar Land
Chief of staff for Sen. John Cornyn, 2002-2007
Sen. Phil Gramm’s staff for Texas Projects, 1998
Served the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Naval Liaison Officer to the U.S. Senate.
Former Navy Pilot, 1989-1998
http://www.olsonforcongress.com/
Nick Lampson, Democrat
Stafford
Member of U.S. House of Representatives, District 22
Congressman for District 9, prior to redistricting, 1997-2005
Property tax assessor for Jefferson County, 1976-1994
http://www.lampson.com/
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Due to limited space, we’ve provided a portion of the interview in the print edition. For the full story, visit our website, www.bayareacitizen.com. Feel free to leave us a comment about the election.
Why should people vote for you?
WIEDER: I am voting John Wieder, for Congressman, because he is not a career politician. Elected he passes Ron Paul's "Life begins @ Conception " Amendment. He has owned and operated his own business for over 25 years and understands how government laws stifle business. He served his country, graduated from College of the Mainland and University of Houston. He was the Database Administrator for UTMB, before going into business. He taught school and college. He retired in 2003 and now has time to serve us and our country again. Congressmen are ambassadors to the world and he speaks more than two languages. etc.
OLSON: This race comes down to values, integrity and honesty. I believe career politicians have hurt our country with broken promises and failed leadership. It is time for new leadership with common-sense, conservative values to help transform Congress and make it focus on policies that help our families and set a firm course for our future generations. I will always be led by core principles which are centered around reducing the size of government and ensuring your family keeps more of what you earn. We must end the runaway spending, earmarking, and budget busting that causes higher taxes and bad laws which led to our economic problems. I will stand on the side of taxpayers every time as I work to ensure our country is protected and your family is freed of government burden so you and your children can prosper.
LAMPSON: Our community is setting off on a long road to recovery during a challenging period in our country. My seniority and proven record of being an independent and effective leader for Southeast Texas will be invaluable as we rebuild from Hurricane Ike and overcome the obstacles that are currently facing America. Our community needs a leader with experience and a proven record of accessibility, as well as effectiveness to see us through these difficult times. I am the only candidate in this race that can offer both seniority and a track record of effectively serving our community. If given the honor to represent you again in Congress I will continue to fulfill my promise of independence, accessibility, and standing up for our Texas values.
John Wieder, Libertarian
Alvin
Retired Realtor from Century 21 Wieder Realty 1980-1984 converted to Seguros y Bienes Raices 1985-2005.
Vietnam Veteran, United States Air Force 1968-1972
http://www.johnwieder.com/
Pete Olson, Republican
Sugar Land
Chief of staff for Sen. John Cornyn, 2002-2007
Sen. Phil Gramm’s staff for Texas Projects, 1998
Served the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Naval Liaison Officer to the U.S. Senate.
Former Navy Pilot, 1989-1998
http://www.olsonforcongress.com/
Nick Lampson, Democrat
Stafford
Member of U.S. House of Representatives, District 22
Congressman for District 9, prior to redistricting, 1997-2005
Property tax assessor for Jefferson County, 1976-1994
http://www.lampson.com/
Want More?
Due to limited space, we’ve provided a portion of the interview in the print edition. For the full story, visit our website, www.bayareacitizen.com. Feel free to leave us a comment about the election.
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