The most effective way that tax cuts could stimulate the economy would be by reducing the burden that small-business owners feel. With the stimulation that this would cause, small business would be in a better position to expand their operations and ultimately hire more employees. With this relief, more Americans are put to work. And with the creation of these new jobs the income tax that is collected would help to reduce the federal deficit far better than giving unneeded tax breaks to large corporations.

8. What is the one personal trait/characteristic that you want voters to know about you, and why is that important in this race?

I want the people of the 3rd District and certainly the state of Utah to know that I am a man of integrity and honesty. Over my long career as a police officer, these traits are what have made me the person that I am today. With these traits I plan to bring Utah's best interests to Washington and give a voice back to Utahns, a voice that has been long hidden behind party politics and broken promises.

9. As you know, having Hill Air Force Base closed would be a great blow to Utah's economy. What will you do specifically to help keep the base open?

By any means necessary. Members of Congress and the Senate from Utah, regardless of political party, need to project a solid front against any piece of legislation that could possibly harm Utah as severely as a Hill Air Force Base closure.

10. Wilderness has become the black hole of Utah/federal politics. While a few state in-holdings have been traded out for other federal lands which can now be developed, what will you do to move the wilderness issue forward?

This state was blessed with some of the most diverse and beautiful wilderness areas in the nation. From the red rock deserts to the peaks of the Uintas, we find ourselves living amidst a national treasure. But the fact of the matter is, Utah is growing, and we must prepare to meet the needs: Development is inevitable. But we must take a long, hard look at the lands we are thinking of giving up and try to decide if our children's lives would be less enriched without these areas. Research and pulling information from experts without political agendas and community leaders seem to be the best way of finding a reasonable balance in environmental protection and economic development.

11. Do you favor or oppose No Child Left Behind? If you don't favor it, would you support plain repeal, or short of that how can it be fixed?

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