The Economy

As self-employed businessman, Tommy is very concerned about the effect the federal deficit is having on the economic security of our children and grandchildren. Our federal deficit now exceeds thirty trillion dollars ($30,000,000,000,000), an unbelievable number. That is 125% of our entire GDP (gross domestic product) which is the annual total of all U. S. goods and services). Out-of-control federal spending is causing the dramatic rise in the current inflation. Inflation government created and an unnecessary, punitive tax on every American.

I have a plan to address our federal spending crisis, which causes families to lose their hard-earned wages and deprives our state and local governments of the funds we need to provide needed services such as schools, roads and bridges. In the US Congress, I will support using the Tenth Amendment of the U. S. Constitution and my experience as an accomplished businessman to bring the federal government back to its limited Constitutional powers.

The Tenth Amendment clearly says, “The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states respectively, or to the people.” James Madison—the father of the Constitution—wrote that the powers of the federal government are “few and defined” and those of the states are “numerous and indefinite.” Our current system of government has strayed from it’ original, constitutional intent and we the people must take control back from our government so that we don’t bankrupt our country and economy even more. “When I was raised in the north Chicago suburbs, my parents lived within our means. We did not spend what we did not have and we certainly did not take from others to give to someone else. That is what our current government is doing and I will proudly stand with the 5th District to stop runaway federal government spending!”—Tommy Hanson.

Crime

This is a multi-faceted and complex issue, but the initial solutions are fairly simple.

First—I believe in prosecuting and keeping violent criminals in jail as long as legally possible so that they cannot victimize more innocent people. No early release and no reduced bail. I will respect victims of crime by supporting our criminal justice systems attempts to put away bad guys.

Second—I will fully support law enforcement and first responders so that they feel fully appreciated and stay on the job. The expense of training new LEO’s is substantial and introduces too much inexperience on the streets.
Third—I will work with families, schools and churches to help young people find purpose, adventure and a future they look forward to. Graduating from high school—something many of us take for granted, can and is one of the major milestones that helps young people stay out of trouble and lead productive lives. Crime on our streets and neighborhoods is causing many to leave our city and suburbs. Crime also prevents tourists and businesses from choosing our region. We must get crime under control or it will destroy our future.

Supporting Small Business

I believe in the free enterprise system because I have been self-employed for decades and understand that small businesses are the real life-blood of our region. I will ensure that all job-creating businesses receive fair treatment and not have more stifling regulations and taxes burdening them. From the blue-collar trades to white collar tech professions, all taxpayers and productive citizens should enjoy their careers, afford a good lifestyle and not worry about government interference.