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Biographical Profiles and Positions on the Issues

November 4, 2008 Minnesota General Election

Candidates for US Representative District 08, Minnesota

Michael J. Cummins - R

►Websitewww.cumminsforsenate.com

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James L. Oberstar - D

►Websitewww.oberstar.org

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Biographical

General Philosophy

Personal and Family

Professional Experience

Civic Involvement

Political Experience

Religious Affiliation

Accomplishments and Awards

Educational Background

Military Service

Reasons & Objectives

Goals If Elected

Foreign Policy

Iraq

Middle East

Promotion of Democracy Around World

Africa

Jobs, Economy, Trade, Business, Industry & Agriculture

Jobs

Tariffs & Trade with China

Crime, Police & Imprisonment

Death Penalty

Health & Medical

Health & Medical Reform

Prescription Drugs

Generic Drugs

Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program

Education & Schools

Education

Private Schools Vouchers and Funding

Student Loans, Scholarships and Pell Grants

No Child Left Behind

Head Start

Environment & Climate Change

Environment

National Forest Roadless Area Conservation Act

Abortion, Pro-Life & Genetic Engineering

Abortion(Pro-Choice) v Pro-Life

Stem Cell Research

Using Embryos in Stem Cell Research

Courts, Laws & Justice

Death Penalty

Federal Marriage Amendment (FMA)

Civil, Religious, LGBTQ & Human Rights

USA Patriot Act

Federal Marriage Amendment (FMA)

Marijuana, Illegal Drugs, Alcohol, Cigarettes, Gambling & Prostitution

Metamphetamines and Opioids

Gun & Property Rights

Gun Legislation and Control

Right to Own and Cary Guns - Second Amendment

Energy

Renewable Energy & Fossil Fuels

Gas Prices & Gas Taxes

Taxes

Tax Reform

Military, National Defense & Veterans

Veterans

Military

GI Bill & Veterans' Benefits

Seniors, Social Security, Medicare, Pensions

Social Security

Social Security Long Term Viability

Privatizing Social Security