Candidate Survey: Ruth Goetz for Baltimore County Central Committee, District 2

on April 13, 2018 at 4:00 pm

Name
Ruth Goetz

Age
61

County and District
Baltimore County District 2

Education
Touro College-Business

Career/Occupation
Stay at home mother-grandmother

Political Experience
5 years on Central Committee, President of NW Republican Club, volunteered for many candidates over the years.

Website
No answer

Social Media Accounts
RuthGoetzforBaltimoreCountyRepublicanCentralCommittee-facebook

Why are you running for office?
It is important to bring more Republican representation in our state. I have had enough of a one party rule. I will work hard to bring awareness of the issues and ways to make our state better for everyone.

Who do you consider your political role model, and why?
President Trump-he sets goals and gets them accomplished. He has a sense of humor , is able to overcome many obstacles and knows the “Art of the Deal’.

What is your favorite book about politics and policy, and why?
“From Time Immemorial” by Joan Peters Book of history of learning the truth.
I am an avid reader and read a book every week about politics, history, or biographies.

What do you see as the role of the Central Committee?
Our goal is to have Republicans win elections and get more voters active in our party. Voters need to know they are important and can make a difference in our County and State.

What is the biggest issue facing your county Republican Party?
Safety-for the workforce, students, children, and families in our communities

What are the three biggest issues facing the Maryland Republican Party?
Winning, winning, and winning.

What is your position on life issues? (abortion, assisted suicide)
Pro-life and against assisted suicide.

What is your position on taxes and spending?
Lower taxes, accountability on spending

What is your position on gun rights?
I support the 2nd amendment. Maryland needs to improve our right to carry.

Do you believe that Maryland Republican Party primaries should be open to independent voters?
No

Do you believe that the state party and the county parties should be allowed to endorse in primary elections?
No

Do you believe that Maryland Republican Party auxiliary organizations should have a vote on the Maryland Republican Party executive committee?
No answer

Would you support limiting the terms of Maryland Republican Party officers to eight consecutive years in the same office?
Yes