Right Pride Issues

Nevada Issues

Fiscal Responsibility. The magnitude of the current recession in Nevada is due, in large part, to the incredibly irresponsible spending by the State Legislature. We must use zero-based budgeting and a commitment to a balanced budget in order to keep our state running efficiently.
Diversify. In order to protect our economy we must diversify beyond tourism and gaming. The current recession is a stark reminder that when times are tough, tourism decreases and brings our state's employment and revenue numbers with it.
Attract Business. With no state corporate or personal income tax, among other tax advantages, Nevada is extremely business-friendly. We must continue to be a tax-friendly state for business, and bring stability to our tax laws so businesses want to move here.
Renewable Energy. Take full advantage of Nevada's open spaces and year-round sun to create a viable renewable energy industry in our state.

Support for School Choice. Help families provide the best educational opportunities for their children through Open Enrollment, School Vouchers, and Charter or Empowerment Schools.
Home Schooling. Support a family's choice to home school their children, and ensure a smooth and easy transition into higher education.
Accountability. With Nevada's K-12 graduation rates at 47% (50th in the nation), and higher education six-year graduation rates below 50%, we need real accountability. Schools and educators must be held accountable to both parents and taxpayers.
Efficiency. The Clark County School District should be broken up into smaller districts, taken out of the construction business, the food-service business and the transportation business. Furthermore, with 87% of the CCSD operating budget going to compensation and benefits, there is almost nothing left for the classroom.

Right To Carry. Uphold our state's open and concealed carry gun laws. These laws enable gays and lesbians, who are at a higher risk of being the target of violence, to defend themselves.
State Income Tax. Uphold Nevada's Constitutional prohibition of a state income tax.
Domestic Partnerships. Uphold Nevada's Domestic Partnership Law as a way to legally recognize same-sex relationships in our state, while adhering to the state constitution's definition of marriage.
Nevada's Land. Currently the federal government owns 87% of Nevada. This land was taken unconstitutionally. We want it back.
State Sovereignty. The U.S. Constitution does not give the federal government powers over marriage, health care, the environment and many other issues -- including unfunded mandates. Nevada, and other states, have the right to handle these issues at the state level.

Death Tax repeal. The Death Tax is imposed on transferable estates of deceased persons. This tax, on property and assets which have already been taxed once, is as high as 55% and discriminates against gay couples. These couples are not eligible for the marital exemption, without which an estate can be taxed twice: First, when inherited by a surviving partner, and second, upon the death of that same surviving partner. This is equal to triple-taxation.
Domestic Partner Tax Equity. Extend the same tax benefits and privileges available to traditional couples, to same-sex couples.
Capital Gains Tax Cuts. Taxes on capital gains and dividends represent a double-taxation of investment returns, and discourages investment in our economy. Capital gains and dividends received by individual investors are paid through company profits, which have already been taxed at the corporate level.
Corporate Tax Cuts. The corporate tax rate in America is as high as 39.5%, more than triple that of Ireland (12.5%). Reducing these tax rates will help jumpstart the economy, create new jobs and keep companies here in the United States.
A Fair, Flat and Simple Tax Code. As of February 2009, the current U.S. Federal Tax Code is 67,204 pages long, with 1,638 different tax forms. It is impossible to read and fully understand, and contains unnecessary loopholes.

Free Market Solutions. Reforms should be designed to create entrepreneurial energy in health care, increase healthy competition, control skyrocketing costs, and include basic rules to ensure transparency and prevent corruption.
One Nation, One Market. Allowing consumers to purchase insurance plans across state lines would improve access to coverage for low-income families, increasing choice and allowing true competition for our business. A 2007 study showed that insurance premiums in New York ($338) were triple those in Iowa ($98). Also, removing the current interstate restrictions would allow same-sex couples to purchase joint policies from states that offer them.

Inheritable Personal Savings Accounts. The existing Social Security system will be unable to provide retirement benefits for those graduating college this decade. The government currently spends Social Security surpluses on general government programs.

Repeal of the military's Don't Ask, Don't Tell policy. Signed into law by President Bill Clinton in 1993, DADT forces gay men and women in our Armed Forces to hide their sexuality. Over 13,000 members of the Armed Services have been dishonorably discharged since this discriminatory policy was implemented. Repeal must be done in an appropriate manner, leaving military readiness uncompromised.

Hold the line on spending. Demand that elected officials stand up for all taxpayers against wasteful and unnecessary government spending and reduce the national debt, which is at $12.5 trillion and rising. In August 2009, interest alone on our debt totaled $10,022 per second.
Transparency in government. Allow Americans to know who is writing our bills, who is proposing pork-laden earmarks and exactly how our government is spending our money.

Fight global extremists. An uncompromising stance against radical regimes and terrorist organizations who not only threaten freedom and democracy abroad, but criminalize homosexuality and murder tens of thousands of innocent gays and lesbians world-wide.

Oppose any federal amendment defining marriage. Marriage has always been, and should remain, a state issue.

Free market reforms. Encourage and support small businesses and entrepreneurship in the gay community.

Urban Reforms. Expansion of Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives, which encourage private sector rehabilitation of historic buildings and cost-effective community revitalization, generating jobs and creating moderate and low-income housing.
Support for School Choice. Help families provide the best educational opportunities for their children through Open Enrollment, School Vouchers, Charter and Empowerment Schools and Tuition Tax Credits.

Protect 2nd amendment rights. The right to defend ourselves and our property is one of the most fundamental American values articulated in our Constitution. This is especially important for gays and lesbians, who are at a higher risk of being the target of violence.