Conservative Principles

The following outline constitutes Mike's core values and beliefs:

 

Small Government

  • Limited (Federal) government
  • State sovereignty
  • Balanced budget
  • Low taxes
  • User-friendly government

 

Constitutional Government

  • Original intent of the Framers of the Constitution
  • Separation of powers (Judiciary not legislating, etc.)
  • Balance of powers

 

Free Market

  • Free enterprise and equal opportunity
  • Profit as an economic incentive
  • Right to private property

 

Strong National Defense

  • National sovereignty
  • Peace through strength

 

Traditional values

  • Family as the bedrock of society
  • Religious liberty
  • Sanctity of life