For more information about Matt’s campaign, vistit his website at www.morales4az.com
Matt Morales is a candidate for LD 28 House. He is running against: Kenneth Bowers, Alberto Gutier, Mary Hamway, Maria Syms, and Kelli Butler ( D )
Section 1: Biography
Name: Paul Mosley
Specific office running for (include district): AZ House LD5
Address: Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
Campaign Phone: 928-208-8129
Campaign E-Mail: [email protected]
Campaign Website: www.votemosley.com
Twitter handle: @PaulMosleyAZ
Facebook address: www.facebook.com/paulmosley.az/
Occupation: Certified Financial Planner
Previous occupations: Insurance Agent, Financial Services Professional, Sales Development Manager, Dedicated Life Consultant, Financial Advisor
Education: B.S. Business Management, Marriott School of Management – Brigham Young University, A.A.S. Economics, Brigham Young University – Idaho
Family: wife: Brynley; children: SAM, Lydia, Cosette, Eliza Jane, Brielle, Portia
What is your party registration and how long have you been registered as a member of that party: Republican – life
Previous public offices you’ve sought/held: n/a
Clubs/Organizations you currently belong to: Lake Havasu Republican Men’s club, Young Republicans,
Are you using public funds in your campaign: Y/N – No
Section 2: Getting to know you
Section 3: ISSUES
1. What are your thoughts on Arizona’s sharing economy, specifically, do you believe that it needs more regulation or less regulation: I believe that there is too much regulation and there is room to streamline and to lessen some regulation in some areas.
2. What are your views on companies like Uber and Lyft? Do you think there is merit in the argument that commercial hotels and car services are making that the sharing economy needs more regulation: The American Dream is being realized between Airbnb, Uber, Lyft and other companies. It is Americanism and Capitalism at its best working to keep the wheels of our economy going. Competition is good for innovation, creativity and ingenuity.
3. Name two areas where you believe there is too much Government regulation (either on a state or federal level): I believe that our public schools have too much government regulation and I believe that the EPA on the Federal level has way too much government regulation.
4. Do you believe that crony capitalism is a problem in Arizona? If so, how would you change that: No
5. Recently, many companies have left Arizona citing the lack of an employable workforce. Do you see this to be a true problem in Arizona and if so, what do you think can be done to fix it: If it is true than we need to raise the bar of our education by having more choice and more competition in education.
6. Subsidies have become prevalent in our economy, often times artificially supporting an entire industry for extended periods of time. What are your views on subsidies: Picking winners and losers is not the government’s job like picking solar over other more efficient and less expensive energy.
7. Is there an Arizona industry which you believe relies too much on subsides: Yes, Solar.
8. Do you think that Arizona should lower its corporate property tax with the goal of encouraging new businesses to move here? If so, what do you think the new rate should be: Whenever possible we need to lower taxes in any area so that we can create economic growth and bring more jobs to Arizona. The best thing that we can do is lower the state income tax as it is only 15% of the revenue base right now and corporate income tax is only 2.9% of the revenue base for the state.
For more information about Paul’s campaign, visit his website at www.votemosley.com.
Paul Mosley is running for LD5 House against: Regina Cobb, Jennifer Jones, Sam Medrano, Leo Biasiucci ( G ), and Beth Weisser ( D )
Section 1: Biography
Name: Paul Boyer
Specific office running for (include district): State Representative, Legislative District 20 (Glendale/North Phoenix)
Address: Phoenix, AZ 85080
Campaign Phone: 480-577-0078
Campaign E-Mail: [email protected]
Campaign Website: BoyerAZ.com
Twitter handle: twitter.com/BoyerAZ
Facebook address: facebook.com/BoyerAZ
Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/PaulDBoyer
Occupation: Teacher, Humane Letters
Previous occupations: Instructor; Communications Specialist; Legislative Liaison; Editor-in-Chief
Education: Communication Studies, M.A. Arizona State University West 2011; English, B.A.,
Arizona State University West 2003; Associates, Calvary Chapel Bible College, 1998;
high school diploma, Pusch Ridge Christian Academy, 1995.
Family: Elizabeth, wife; Fred & Sharon Boyer, parents
What is your party registration and how long have you been registered as a member of that party: Republican since age 18
Previous public offices you’ve sought/held: State Representative, 2013-2014; 2015-2016
Clubs/Organizations you currently belong to: Childhelp board member; Arizona Correctional Industries board member
Are you using public funds in your campaign: No
Section 2: Getting to know you
If you could sum up your platform with three key issues, what would they be:
Public Safety, Education, Fiscal Stability
Name one achievement, either professionally or personally, which you are most proud of:
Getting ongoing funding to hire more investigators for the Internet Crimes Against Children task force to help rescue children from rape, torture, and abuse. For more info, see here – http://boyeraz.com/656-2/
What are your thoughts on the current Presidential election:
Not much. I don’t like Clinton or Trump.
Section 3: Issues
1. What are your thoughts on Arizona’s sharing economy, specifically, do you believe that it needs more regulation or less regulation:
I voted in support of the sharing economy bills and believe we need less regulation wherever possible.
2. What are your views on companies like Uber and Lyft? Do you think there is merit in the argument that commercial hotels and car services are making saying that Air B&B and Uber must abide by the same legislation they have to:
I’m a big fan of Uber and Lyft and no I don’t think there’s much merit to the arguments commercial hotels and car services are making.
3. Name two areas where you believe there is too much Government regulation (either on a state or federal level):
Education on a state and federal level. Licensing – mostly federal. We made good progress in reducing licensing regulations as a state this past legislative session.
4. Do you believe that crony capitalism is a problem in Arizona? If so, how would you change that:
Yes. Continue to vote No on tax breaks for particular businesses or industries.
5. Recently, many companies have left Arizona citing the lack of an employable workforce. Do you see this to be a true problem in Arizona and if so, what do you think can be done to fix it:
Yes, this is a problem. Find a better way to connect potential employees with employers. Arizona has a solid university system and many excellent K12 schools. This means we have to do a better job at talking up Arizona. We sometimes have a perception problem with our education system when the reality is we have many excellent schools turning out highly qualified candidates.
6. Subsidies have become prevalent in our economy, often times artificially supporting an entire industry for extended periods of time. What are your views on subsidies:
I oppose them.
7. Is there an Arizona industry which you believe relies too much on subsides:
Yes, Solar.
8. Do you think that Arizona should lower its corporate property tax with the goal of encouraging new businesses to move here? If so, what do you think the new rate should be:
I’d like to see the impact of the current phase down before considering an additional rate decrease.
During his time in the Arizona House of Representatives, Rick Gray served as House Majority Whip, Chair of House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee, Vice Chair of Rules, Vice Chair of Commerce, and Member of the Appropriations, Way & Means, County & Municipal Affairs Committees. After serving in the House for 3 terms, Rick Gray has now set his sights on the Corporation Commission.
Watch our interview to hear from Rick Gray about his campaign, why Corporation Commission is so important, and some of the issues facing Arizona’s water resources.
For more information about Rick Gray, visit his website at electrickgray.com
Rick Gray is an incumbent running for the Arizona Corporation Commission against: Andy Tobin, Al Melvin, Bob Burns, Boyd Dun, Bill Mundell (D), and Tom Chabin (D)
Justin Olson – Congressional Candidate District 5
Smaller government, less spending, and lower taxes are three platforms that Justin Olson has focused on since he first ran for the State Legislature 5 years ago. Since then he has served in the House of Representatives for LD 25 as well as Federalism and Fiscal Responsibility (Chair), Appropriations (Vice-Chair), and the Ways and Means Committees. Now he is running for Congress in District 5. Watch our full interview to hear about his campaign, his time in office, and his plans for Arizona’s future.
For more information about Justin Olson, visit his website at www.votejustinolson.com
Justin Olson is a Congressional District 5 Candidate. He is running against: Andy Biggs, Christine Jones, Don Stapley, Talia Fuentes ( D ), and Kinsey Remaklus ( D ).
Market Freedom Alliance 2016 Candidate Questionnaire
Section 1: Biography
Name: Maria Syms
Specific office running for (include district): Republican Candidate for Arizona State House LD 28
Address: Paradise Valley, AZ
Campaign Phone: 602-430-0472
Campaign E-Mail: [email protected]
Campaign Website: symsforaz.com
Twitter handle: @SymsForArizona
Facebook address: Syms for Arizona
Occupation: Legal Policy Advisor/Assistant Attorney General, Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich; Councilmember, Town of Paradise Valley
Previous occupations: See Attached Resume
Education: B.A., Government, Smith College 1989; J.D., American University Law School 1992; Master in Public Administration, Harvard Kennedy School of Government,
Family: Married 18 years to Dr. Mark Syms, ear surgeon at Barrow Neurological Institute. Parents to 3 children, Matthew (14), Meredith (12) and Marinna (9)
What is your party registration and how long have you been registered as a member of that party: Republican, my whole life.
Previous public offices you’ve sought/held: Councilwoman, Town of Paradise Valley, 2015 to present.
Candidate for Mayor, Town of Paradise Valley, 2012
Clubs/Organizations you currently belong to: Chairperson, Advisory Committee on Public Safety, Town of Paradise Valley, 2015 to present.
Member, Arizona Substance Abuse Partnership, Governor’s Office of Youth Faith and Family, 2015 to present.
Attorney General Representative, Governor’s Sexual Assault Kit Task Force, 2015 to present.
Attorney General Representative, Arizona Voice for Crime Victims Consortium, 2015 to present.
Are you using public funds in your campaign: No
Section 2: Getting to know you
1. If you could sum up your platform with three key issues, what would they be:
As your Representative, I will remain a hard working advocate for opportunities that will make Arizona a leader in economic prosperity and job growth, quality education, and security for our families now and in the future. As an Assistant Attorney General, I have pushed for state legislation and policies to promote small business and job growth, encourage the free market and keep more money in the pockets of hard working Arizona families. As a Town Councilwoman, I consistently stands against government “tax because we can” policies and wasteful spending. As a mom of young children who attend schools in LD28, I am personally committed to maximizing the resources in Arizona classrooms so that educators and students have the best opportunity to succeed. I will work for greater accountability of school funding so that the resources are directed to where they will do the most good. As a former Assistant United States Attorney and long-time advocate of public safety measures, I recognize that economic and educational opportunities have little value without the peace of mind that comes with a safe and secure community. I will continue to be a champion of public safety, victims’ rights and defending our most vulnerable.
2. Tell us about one achievement, either professionally or personally, which you are most proud of:
I am most proud of the family my husband Mark and I have created and our three smart and dynamic children, Matthew (14), Meredith (12) and Marinna (9). Mark and I moved to Arizona 14 years ago without any family here. I consider it a great accomplishment that we relied on each other and created a joyful and supportive family of our own.
3. What are your thoughts on the current Presidential election :
I have done a lot of grassroots door to door campaigning and two things are very clear to me: (1) people distrust our current leaders and believe Washington is broken; and (2) they often feel disenfranchised by their own party. For these reasons, Mr. Trump’s populist message resonates with people. It is time for Republicans to unite and defeat Hillary Clinton and the legacy of the failed economic and social policies of President Obama.
Section 3: ISSUES
1. Governor Ducey recently started the Council on the Sharing Economy[1] with the goal of making Arizona’s economy a welcoming place for new businesses and to help us better compete with California. What are your thoughts on Arizona’s sharing economy, specifically, do you believe that it needs more regulation or less regulation:
As a legislator, I will support business-friendly laws that decrease burdensome regulations and taxes. Small businesses are the backbone of the Arizona economy and we must do everything we can to get government out of the way and allow the free market to thrive. Hardworking Arizonans deserve the opportunity to make a living and as your representative, I will work to create a business-friendly environment by cutting taxes, eliminating anti-competitive regulations, helping small business and start-ups thrive, cutting down government red tape, and promoting economic development and recruitment efforts so Arizona is first for commerce and job creation. As an Assistant Attorney General and Legal Policy Advisor, I have worked with the Governor’s office to find ways to reduce regulations that hinder economic development in the occupational licensing context for example. We should also strive to improve the permitting and licensing processes so it will be easier for businesses to operate. I would also encourage the continuation of the moratorium on rulemaking so businesses can focus on development rather than compliance with unnecessary regulations.
2. Many have claimed that Arizona must encourage its ‘sharing economy’ in order to allow our state to be competitive. This has meant creating new legislation for companies like Air B&B, Uber, Lyft, etc…to compete with regulated economies such as commercial hotels and car services. However the regulated economies argue that Air B&B and Uber must abide by the same legislation they have to, making it more difficult for those groups to operate. What are your views on companies like Uber and Lyft? Do you think there is merit in the argument that commercial hotels and car services are making:
I agree with the Governor’s efforts to remove the barriers to new business growth and oppose bureaucratic regulation of these industries. The recent legislation the Governor signed is designed to protect the health and safety of Arizona citizens by requiring background checks and insurance. I do not favor further regulations. Name two areas where you believe there is too much Government regulation (either on a state or federal level):
At the federal level, President Obama’s environmental policies have been damaging to business growth and development. Specifically, the Clean Power Plan and the ozone regulations are perfect examples of the federal government regulating simply because it can without regard to the facts or practical impacts in the form of permitting delays, construction limits, job losses, etc. At the state level, I have advocated for removal of needless occupational licensing requirements that are merely artificial barriers to competition.
3. What are your thoughts on the current Presidential election :
I have done a lot of grassroots door to door campaigning and two things are very clear to me: (1) people distrust our current leaders and believe Washington is broken; and (2) they often feel disenfranchised by their own party. For these reasons, Mr. Trump’s populist message resonates with people. It is time for Republicans to unite and defeat Hillary Clinton and the legacy of the failed economic and social policies of President Obama.
4. Do you believe that crony capitalism is a problem in Arizona? If so, how would you change that:
Leaders have a responsibility to maintain the trust of the people they represent. We need to have open, transparent and accountable government so that political cronies and special interests are never put above the people. As a legislator, I would support legislation calling for more open government and full disclosure of gifts, travel, etc. given to elected officials.
5. Recently, many companies have left Arizona citing the lack of an employable workforce. Do you see this to be a true problem in Arizona and if so, what do you think can be done to fix it:
This is definitely a problem that Arizona must address if it intends to attract businesses and grow our economy. Businesses are facing a skills gap and a retiring workforce that is making it harder to find qualified workers. We need to develop a talent pipeline especially in the areas of science, technology, engineering and math. We need to work with our community colleges and universities to ensure they are offering the type of training needed to attract companies to Arizona.
6. Subsidies have become prevalent in our economy, often times artificially supporting an entire industry for extended periods of time. What are your views on subsidies:
I am generally not in favor of subsidies as too much reliance on them results in temporary, artificial growth that is not a sustainable formula for long-term economic prosperity.
7. Is there an Arizona industry which you believe relies too much on subsides:
I don’t think government should be in the business of picking specific industry winners and losers. By implementing a pro-business plan aimed at reducing regulations and taxes and providing an environment to create an educated workforce, we will attract businesses to Arizona.
8. Do you think that Arizona should lower its corporate property tax with the goal of encouraging new businesses to move here? If so, what do you think the new rate should be:
Arizona should do what it can to reduce taxes so that it is competitive with other states in attracting business. Our commercial property tax rate is higher than the national average and higher than other states in the southwest and California. We should look at ways to reduce that in order to stay competitive.
[1] http://azgovernor.gov/governor/news/2016/01/governors-council-sharing-economy
Maria Syms is a candidate for LD 28 House. She is running against: Kenneth Bowers, Alberto Gutier, Mary Hamway, Matt Morales, and Kelli Butler ( D )
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