Policy Positions
Family values
The state party believes that the family unit is the foundation of our nation that ties together significant aspects of society. The party believes that marriage is a union between one man and woman; same-sex marriage and adoption by same-sex couples of children are both opposed. Abortion is opposed and adoption is seen as a viable option instead. The protection of all unborn children is supported.
Education
The state party believes in the importance of education, whether it is through the means of public, private, religious or home-schooling. The party supports the "No Child Left Behind" law. Including the Pledge of Allegiance and the showing of the American flag in school classrooms are both supported. In reference to sex education, the party believes that students should not be allowed to receive sex education without prior approval from parents. Also, the party believes students should be educated on the ideal of abstinence until marriage.
National policy
The state party supports the War on Terror and the presence of American troops overseas. The party supports spending cuts as a viable solution to maintaining the federal budget. The party supports preserving Social Security and making health care accessible to citizens by providing an array of affordable options to individuals. Public assistance is supported, as so long as it is earned by members of society through the means of employment. The party supports the expulsion of illegal aliens.
Justice
The state party believes that law and order is one of the utmost responsibilities of government, in that it ensures the protection of life, liberty and freedom for society as a whole. The party is in support of capital punishment, however believes that its use should be reserved for the most atrocious criminal acts.
Economic policy
The state party believes that our government should put citizens in a position to attain jobs and currency. In times when the U.S. is suffering economically, the party supports the reduction of government spending.
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