November 01, 2012
- Experience: Scientist, inventor, professor, small business owner and farmer.
- Education: B.S., Columbia Union College, 1947; M.S., University of Maryland, 1948; Ph.D., University of Maryland, 1952
- Have you ever been convicted of a crime (not including minor traffic violations)? No.
// As you know, the Bush-era income tax cuts will expire at the end of this year. Do you support extending the cuts for all income levels, only on individual income under $200,000 (under $250,000 for families), or not at all? If you support an extension of some kind, should it be paid for? //
I do not support a massive tax increase next year on American individuals, families and businesses. With Americans' unemployment rate over 8 percent for more than 40 months, it's important to extend these lower rates for every American who pays income taxes.
// Is there any circumstance in which you would support extending a pay freeze on federal employees and/or requiring current federal employees to contribute more to their retirement plans? Please explain. //
Earlier this year I voted against both a pay freeze as well as a pension cut for federal workers because I oppose singling out government employees in the process of making needed spending cuts.
// The Congressional Budget Office projects spending on Medicare, Medicaid and other government health programs will more than double as a share of the nation's economy by 2037. What specific changes would you propose to reduce Medicare costs? //
The mathematics of Medicare doom the program to bankruptcy for many current beneficiaries, those near retirement as well as younger workers unless it is reformed. Higher costs, reduced access to health care and a $500 billion cut to Medicare are among the reasons why I opposed Obamacare. I support providing current beneficiaries and younger workers with more choices and competition and greater oversight to reduce fraud as key reforms to preserve these vital health care programs for our seniors, those in need and younger generations.
// Would you support increased federal spending on highways and other infrastructure as a way to boost the construction industry? If so, how would you pay for it? //
I voted for the new law that provides funding to pay for federal highway and transportation projects to maintain and modernize this critical infrastructure. This new law reduces red tape to speed construction and completion of transportation projects and provides states with greater flexibility to meet Maryland residents' needs. I commute to and from Washington, D.C., and understand that investments in the I-270 corridor and other roads improves workers' and businesses' productivity, reduces time wasted and pollution from traffic congestion and enhances our quality of life.
// Would you support U.S. military involvement in Iran if there were evidence that it was close to developing a nuclear weapon? //
I support utilizing all elements of America's national power to prevent Iran from developing a nuclear weapon. I have voted for and strongly support tough new sanctions that limit sales of Iranian oil to deny the Iranian regime the resources to develop or acquire nuclear weapons capability and to compel it to cooperate with independent, international inspections.
// Describe a specific policy you would pursue in Congress that would have support from members of the opposite party. //
As one of the only scientists and inventors in the Congress and a co-chairman of the House Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Caucus, I am well respected for my record of working with colleagues across the aisle for enacting policies to promote the development of domestic, renewable energy sources. I authored the successful House bill the president signed to extend many renewable energy tax credits for five years until 2016.
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John Delaney, Democrat
- City of residence Potomac
- Family: Married, four daughters
- Public campaign contact: 301-215-6363
- Experience: Founded two NYSE listed Maryland companies, including CapitalSource, which provides loans to small and mid-sized businesses across the United States and employs around 600 people. Also, founded HealthCare Financial Partners, a former NYSE company, and BancAlliance, a cooperative of community banks across the United States.
- Education: B.A., Columbia University, 1985; J.D., Georgetown University Law Center, 1988.
- Have you ever been convicted of a crime (not including minor traffic violations)? No.
// As you know, the Bush-era income tax cuts will expire at the end of this year. Do you support extending the cuts for all income levels, only on individual income under $200,000 (under $250,000 for families), or not at all? If you support an extension of some kind, should it be paid for? //
