Wednesday 11 November 2015

By Mattie Knight


The group of Republican primary contenders for the 2016 race is larger than usual. Mike Huckabee, former Governor of Arkansas is one of those candidates. At present, his rank in the polling is not as high as some of the other candidates, However, as governor between 1996 and 2007, he has proved that he can accomplish the major duties of governing. His record is substantial, with major impact on state health care, road systems, education and tax reduction. He has laid out Mike Huckabee policy solutions which he is supporting in his quest to become the United States President. Here is information on some of the major issues.

The situation with the Veteran's Administration is an high priority policy item for a Huckabee presidency. He wants to provide the highest possible care for military veterans. He finds the long waiting times and inaction of disability claims inexcusable. His policy solutions would include revamping of the VA Department. Hospital officials of high rank and bureaucrats would be held accountable for the VA health care crisis. In addition to medical care, veterans' services for establishing career paths, mental health awareness and prevention of suicides would be enhanced. This solution and policy implementation is one of the highest which the new president would put in place.

Another high priority solution under a Huckabee presidency is reform of the Tax Code. At present, the regulations attached to the U. S. Tax Code top 75,000 pages. An army of bureaucrats, attorneys and private businesses are required to administer the code. At present Americans spend more than $1 trillion annually to comply with the regulations. Huckabee's solution is to abolish the entire Internal Revenue Service and replace the income tax with a Fair Tax. The Fair Tax would lower tax rates, broaden the tax base and protect Medicare and Social Security.

Mike Huckabee's views on the Second Amendment are strong and openly stated. He believes the Amendment must be protected as a defense against tyranny. He carries a concealed handgun license and is a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association. He has stated that he will oppose any new gun control laws, restrictions, regulations and mandates.

Another point of contention among many of the candidates is the topic of Obamacare. Huckabee considers the legislation a disaster in the range of $2.2 trillion. He wants to repeal the legislation and replace it with a different type of health care. The approach under the Governor would be to provide care supporting wellness rather than illness. He is particularly opposed to the cost of $700 billion which was stolen from the Medicare system.

The candidate also plans to reject unconstitutional executive orders from the current administration. The border would be secured and amnesty opposed.

The Governor is supportive of Israel and common sense education policies formed at the local level. He urges a return to responsible spending policies.

Those interested in additional information about the Mike Huckabee campaign and policies of the candidate can visit the website for the 2016 campaign. His policies have been tested in action during his governorship.




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