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November 4, 2008 New York General Election

Candidates for Rep. In Congress District 5, New York

Gary L. Ackerman - D

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Elizabeth Berney - TRP

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Gary L. Ackerman

Biographical

General Philosophy

Personal and Family

Professional Experience

Civic Involvement

Political Experience

Religious Affiliation

Accomplishments and Awards

Educational Background

Military Service

Reasons & Objectives

Why I Am Running for Public Office

Goals If Elected

Achievements If Elected

Areas to Concentrate On

Foreign Policy

Iraq

Promotion of Democracy Around World

Turkey and Kurds

Unilateralism

Jobs, Economy, Trade, Business, Industry & Agriculture

Jobs

Crime, Police & Imprisonment

Crime & Prevention

Corporate Crime and Fraud

Health & Medical

Health & Medical Reform

Reducing Health Care Costs

Medical Errors

Education & Schools

Education

After-School, Sports, Art, Music Programs

Math and Science in Schools

Environment & Climate Change

Environment

Climate Change & Global Warming

Clean Water Act of 1977

Recycling

Flexible Fuel Vehicles

Courts, Laws & Justice

Burning the Flag

Civil, Religious, LGBTQ & Human Rights

Burning the Flag

Values, Religion, Family, Patriotism & Public Service

Burning the Flag

Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide

Religion

Family

Energy

Ethanol & Biofuels

Foreign Oil Energy Independence

Gas Prices & Gas Taxes

Immigration, Border Security, Terrorism & Homeland Security

National Security

Infrastructure & Transportation

Transportation

Train Travel and Amtrak

Highways

Military, National Defense & Veterans

Veterans

Military

Defense and Military Budget

GI Bill & Veterans' Benefits