Candidate Survey: Andy Harris for Congress, 1st District

Name
Andy Harris

Age
61

Office Sought and District
US House, First District

Education
M.D.

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Career/Occupation
Physician/Congressman

Political Experience
State Senate, US House of Representatives

Website
andyharris.com

Social Media Accounts
facebook.com/harrisforcongress

Why are you running for office?
To help Make America Great Again

Who do you consider your political role model, and why?
Ronald Reagan – re-established America’s leading role in the world and defeated communism

What is your favorite book about politics and policy, and why?
All of Newt Gingrich’s books – they look to the future with our history as a guide

What will be your top priority in Congress?
Protect freedom and liberty

What is the biggest issue facing your district?
Keeping the economy going

What are the three biggest issues facing our country?
Foreign Policy, immigration, Homeland Security

What is your position on life issues? (abortion, assisted suicide)
I am pro-life

What is your position on taxes, spending and the federal deficit?
Taxes and spending are too high – we have to eventually balance the budget

What is your position on gun rights?
I support the 2nd amendment as an individual right

What is your position on the legalization of marijuana?
I oppose legalization but support medical research

What is your position on trade?
Free trade unless our trading partners are not playing on a level field

What is your position on foreign policy and military issues?
Strong military keeps the peace

Would you support the passage of the Human Life Amendment?
Yes

Would you support the passage of the Balanced Budget Amendment?
Yes