John Oxendine's view on the issues facing Georgia

John Oxendine’s Contract with Georgia


Dear Fellow Georgian,

In 1994, the American people overwhelmingly identified with the common sense conservative principles articulated in the Contract with America. Today, I know that the people of the great State of Georgia continue to embrace those same principles.

In April 2009, I came out with my Contract with Georgia. This original contract was 12 points, written on one piece of paper. My intention was to use those points as a guide to build a comprehensive plan to move Georgia forward.

Today’s document represents not only my vision for making Georgia the beacon of opportunity in America, but also my written commitment to the principles and strategies that I will embrace as your Governor.

As Governor, my primary focus will be on putting Georgians back to work and growing our economy. I don’t believe that government can directly create jobs, but it can help to create an environment for job growth and job creation by fostering a strong entrepreneurial foundation.

My overall approach in the Contract emphasizes the themes of Economic Development, Family, and Freedom, because if we can improve the way that our state government promotes these three areas, we can go a long way toward hastening our economic recovery.

I encourage you to read through my contract so that you can have a better idea of where I stand and what kind of Governor I will be. I don’t expect everyone to agree with everything in here, and that is ok. My commitment to you is that I will always be upfront with you and tell you exactly where I stand.

This document is not an end all, but rather a starting point. If you have ideas about how we can move Georgia forward please contact my campaign. Together, let’s make Georgia the best place in America to start a business and raise a family.

Sincerely,

John Oxendine

John Oxendine’s Contract with Georgia

Section I: Economic Development

One: Make State Government Smaller and More Accountable:
I will accomplish this through zero-base budgeting, consolidation, and spending discipline. Read more »

Two: Create a Modern, 21st Century Tax Code:
I will eliminate the state income tax and make Georgia a more business friendly tax environment. Read more »

Three: Implement Focused Economic Development:
I will target specific domestic industries that are a natural fit for Georgia, emphasize the importance of small business and entrepreneurs, increase access to capital for fledgling businesses, and promote Georgia products to international customers. Read more »

Four: Implement a Comprehensive Statewide Transportation Plan:
I will prioritize transportation projects that provide a long-term return on investment and directly benefit the economic activity of our state. Read more »

Five: Take a Multi-Faceted Approach to Solving Our Water Issues:
I will subscribe to a comprehensive approach that includes: breaking ground on new reservoirs and expanding our current water systems, pursuing all legal options, and better conserving our precious water resources. Read more »

Section II: Family

Six: Create an Education Model that Prioritizes Classroom Spending and Local Control:
I will prioritize classroom spending and ensure that parents, teachers, and school boards are making the most critical education decisions; not government bureaucrats. Read more »

Seven: Promote Competition and Choice in Education:
I believe that competition leads to a better product for students, parents, and teachers. Comprehensive education reform must let our education dollars follow our children. Read more »

Eight: Promote a Culture of Life:
I believe that innocent human life should be protected from conception to death and my decisions as Governor will reflect those beliefs. Read more »

Section III: Freedom

Nine: Protect and Expand Our Second Amendment Rights:
I will preserve the rights of Georgians to defend themselves and will support legislation that protects and further expands the right to carry. Read more »

Ten: Uphold and Enforce Immigration Laws:
I will take away the incentives for illegal immigrants to reside in Georgia and enforce our immigration laws. Read more »

Eleven: Defend States Rights:
I support the 10th Amendment and our state’s right to fight unconstitutional mandates from the federal government. Read more »

Twelve: Promote the Fair Tax:
I will work with Governors from other states to generate momentum for overhauling the nation’s tax code. Read more »

Section IV: Appendix

Section 1: Referenced Charts & Graphs Read more »

Section 2: Economic Snapshot of Georgia Read more »


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