Jack Codiga

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To have financial stability, we need to abolish the Federal Reserve and place oversight under the U.S. Treasury. We must return to a monetary system backed by something real like gold and silver. Additionally, we need to reform banking so that deposits are actually lent out, rather than multiplied through new money creation. When our currency problem is fixed, we will lay the foundation for a free and prosperous society for all.

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Sound money would address much of this, but tax and zoning reform are also essential. I would seek to eliminate tax incentives that treat homes more like investments than shelters. Zoning should be limited to genuine infrastructure or pollution concerns. I also support a nationwide ban on property taxes (if you own property, it should truly be yours).

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Government guarantees on student loans are the main reason so many people are saddled with student debt. We must eliminate government-guaranteed student loans and allow borrowers to declare bankruptcy under existing law. This will free individuals from lifelong debt, and clean up the economy so it works better for everyone.

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To achieve a free society, we must reinvent our economy on a foundation of free-market principles, including private property, voluntary exchange, and a limited government that protects individual rights. This means we must reform and phase out all welfare programs, including Social Security (the godfather of all Ponzi schemes), government healthcare, and government-backed mortgages. These programs create dependency, increase costs, and suppress wealth creation. Life will be better off in a free-market capitalist economy.

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States must carry the burden of proof for every licensing requirement they impose. Streamlining licensing requirements will create a more accessible job market that allows individuals to pursue their careers without unnecessary obstacles.

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America’s federal election system must mandate voter ID and paper ballots at the federal level to ensure honest elections. Additionally, to improve accessibility, Election Day should be designated as a federal holiday. With these implementations, we will have greater confidence in our election system, protecting our most vital means of ensuring a free society.

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Too many voters feel stuck with limited choices on Election Day. A better approach is a majority-runoff system (used in many countries) where all candidates compete, a majority vote wins, or the top two move to a runoff I support this for federal elections, while keeping the Electoral College for President. The result will be leaders who better represent the people.

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AIPAC and other domestic groups advocating for foreign-aligned policies must register as foreign agents, which would bar their participation in elections and ensure greater transparency around their contributions. By implementing these changes, we can have greater confidence that our elected officials are serving us.

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Users should have the ability to opt out of sharing their personal information to access digital services. Free speech is also at stake. While the 1st Amendment protects Americans from government censorship, much of our public discourse now takes place on digital platforms. I support legislation that requires transparency in algorithms, including the ability for users to view content chronologically, as well as criminalize collusion between government and private companies that share information with the government without a warrant. These reforms would protect our rights in the digital age.

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& America must prioritize its interests by supporting countries that share our values and standing firm against those that do not. Congress should authorize military action, except in urgent situations requiring immediate executive response. By adhering to these principles, we can strengthen our country.

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While trade typically makes us wealthier, unfettered trade can create dangerous dependence on other countries and jeopardize national security. Therefore, America should prioritize a baseline of self-sufficiency, trade surplus goods, and exercise caution when dealing with essential goods and services To achieve this, we need to bring back domestic production to ensure our freedom and prosperity. I believe that returning to sound money and embracing a free-market capitalist economy will address these issues.

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States should not create burdensome legal hurdles just to carry a firearm. Ensuring the right to bear arms will empower citizens to defend themselves and uphold their freedoms against tyranny. This does not mean civilians should have access to every weapon used by the military.

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& the unborn too! Every human life has value and deserves protection. Since life begins at conception, the right to life is a fundamental right that should be protected under the law in every state. Our laws should reflect that principle and ensure equal protection for the unborn.We also need to take seriously the harms of pornography, its highly addictive and destructive, damaging individuals and the social fabric of society. We must establish guardrails against the production and distribution of pornography, targeting penalties at producers of hardcore content. Any approach must avoid creating a dystopian internet or overreaching censorship, ensuring that we safeguard both the general welfare and individual freedoms.

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We need a structured, enforceable approach to illegal immigration that focuses on removing violent offenders and those exploiting government programs, while establishing clear expectations for assimilation for those who remain. By taking these actions, we can foster greater pride in being American and ensure our nation remains true to its core, founding values rooted in two truths: that all people have inherent value & that all people are flawed.