VFSG SUPPORTS BOB GOOD
AS THE ENCUMBENT IN VIRGINIA HOUSE DISTRICT 5
Bob On The Job:
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In his first two terms, Congressman Bob Good has established himself as one of the leading conservative voices in Washington. He was elected by his peers to the board of the House Freedom Caucus after his first year, due to his demonstrated courage and commitment to his principles. Now, he is serving as the Chairman of the House Freedom Caucus. Bob also serves on the House Budget Committee and the House Education & Labor Committee.
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Bob On The Issues: Law And Order
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What I Believe: America was designed to be a nation of laws. We have fought many wars to ensure this fundamental belief stays intact. Unfortunately, as we see on a daily basis now, the brave men and women of law enforcement, and our very rule of law, are being challenged in cities across America. A disregard for the laws that govern a civil society and the ‘cancel culture’ have permeated our daily lives and are endeavoring to become the norm. It is imperative that the First Amendment be protected for every citizen but when one’s rights infringe on another’s, freedom of expression no longer holds the same degree of value.
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It is imperative that our law enforcement officers have access to the best training and technology available. Our communities are safer when our law enforcement departments are funded and new technologies are implemented. I am committed to working with local, state, and federal officers and authorities to maintain and improve their cooperative efforts to reduce violent crime, fight human trafficking, and defeat the drug cartels.
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Why I Believe It: I know that law enforcement is critical to ensuring the safety of all citizens. I have a solid track record on the Campbell County Board of Supervisors of increasing funding for the Sheriff’s Department, increasing salaries for deputies, and ensuring law enforcement and first responders have the tools and training needed to successfully and safely do their jobs. And, I will continue this unwavering support in Congress. Public safety is a critical and essential role of government and supporting efforts to defund and disperse law enforcement is dangerous and destructive.
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Solutions I Will Focus On: As your representative, I will work on:
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Creating a Law Enforcement “Bill of Rights” that protect those who protect us
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Increasing funding for law enforcement departments, including competitive raises
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Making crimes against law enforcement a true hate crime
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Protecting police officers/deputies from assault and harassment, including protecting their families from the same
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Providing greater protections for law enforcement officers from frivolous civil actions
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Greater protection for police/deputies from unintended consequences of rightful/reasonable actions
Bob On The Issues: Immigration
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What I Believe: America is unlike any other country in the world. We are comprised of people from all walks of life and from areas all over the globe. Our “melting pot” composition is our greatest strength. However, the current status of our immigration practices presents a danger to our national security, our national identity, and our national, state, and local economies. I believe it is the role of the Federal government to protect American jobs for American workers, to secure our borders including the building of a wall on our southern border, and to strengthen our immigration system by enforcing our laws, eliminating illegal immigration, and ensuring that legal immigration meets our needs as a nation.
I support a merit-based system where immigration is granted to those based on our economic needs, including industries like agriculture right here in the 5th District.
Why I Believe It: Responsible immigration policies strengthen our country; unfettered and unchecked immigration is a threat. Unfortunately, illegal immigration has now become a political hotbed resulting in millions of individuals who, while many want to work and earn a living, are living in the shadows in America. The Federal and State government has now taken on the role of protecting illegal individuals in the US by providing access to services that have traditionally been reserved for those with legal status. Additionally, prohibitions on inquiring about legal status has led to an unprecedented quagmire wherein the status of individuals living in the United States is unknown. In the meantime, individuals who seek legal entry into our country complete the application process and remain in the queue for years awaiting approval. I believe that the immigration system is long overdue for real reform and it must be addressed.
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I am proud of earning the grade of “True Reformer” by Numbers USA for my stance on immigration reform. It is my top priority to ensure responsible immigration strengthens the United States and not weakens and bankrupts it.
Solutions I Will Focus On: As your representative, I will work to:
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End chain migration
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Improve and increase border enforcement and funding
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End birthright tourism
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Eliminate the Diversity Visa Program (the Visa Lottery) and end visa overstays
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Make E-Verify mandatory
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Strengthen our immigration biometric identification system
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End amnesty and rewards for illegal immigrants (such as sanctuary cities and instate tuition)
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Reduce or stop foreign aid to countries who do not help stop illegal immigration from their country into the United States