John Woodman for Wisconsin (My Congressional Platform)(Updated)

Day 456, 15:42 • Published in USA USA • by john woodman

UPDATE: I have been endorsed by the The Independent Council for Congressional Candidates Review. For more information, check out the article.

Greetings citizen of Wisconsin. I hereby announce my candidacy for congressman to represent YOU.
I am running as a member of the United Independents Party (UIP), formerly known as United Constitutionals Party (UCP).

My eLife
I was eborn on 13th Dec 08 in New York and since then have traveled to a lot of places. I am usually stationed in Florida because of the 5q hospital that enables me to fight more and gain more wellness during war-time. I have played this game for 3 months and I went through the terms of Benn Dover, Justinious and now Uncle Sam. I am not a new player anymore, but I am still learning because of the complex game mechanism. But now, I feel it is the right time to run for congress. Why Wisconsin? Because it is small and that makes it much easier for me to hear your voice. If you have any questions, you can just PM me and I will get to you within 24 hours! Guaranteed!

Activeness
I can't say that I am super active in the forums, but I'm moderately active. What I usually do is check out the legislature (now known as "Teh House of Representin'") to keep myself updated. I am usually in IRC whenever I am free. You can find me in various channels - for example: #usa-chat, #uip, etc. Since I am updated with the current issues being discussed, I am not an ill-minded congressman wannabe. If elected, I won't post stupid proposals and I will do things the proper way. Like most of the congressman out there, I will have an easily accessible voting record.

Taxes
One of the hottest issues being discussed in congress currently is new tax rates. The Economic Council has proposed a new tax plan with a 25% income tax across the board and a 1% VAT taxes across the board except for weapons which is 5%. Personally, I think 25% is too high, although the income is easier to calculate. The VAT tax is too low as foreign company will be able to undercut local companies in terms of selling prices. I would prefer a lower but moderate income tax to support the country and higher VAT taxes to prevent undercutting from foreign companies. I also support higher import taxes as I am quite protective when it comes to taxes.

UPDATE: I support the new PANEC (Publius-Ananias-NoneSuch-Economic Council) Tax Plan Compromise. *income/import/VAT

20%/25%/03% - Food
20%/25%/03% - Gifts
20%/25%/03% - Weapon
20%/30%/03% - Moving Tickets
20%/30%/NA%- Grain
20%/01%/NA%- Diamonds
20%/01%/NA%- Iron
20%/30%/NA%- Oil
20%/30%/NA%- Wood
20%/25%/03% - Houses
20%/01%/01% - Hospital
20%/01%/01% - Defense System

Military
I am pro-war. Everyone likes war, it helps new player with wellness and it stimulates the economy. However, just because I am pro-war doesn't mean I will blindly support every war proposed. I joined the National Guard on 25th Dec 08 and currently serve as Second Division Executive Officer. I believe every new player who is interested in the military should join the National Guard as we provide training in many aspects such as how to take care of wellness and how to fight. After they graduate, they can move on to the Army, Marines, or even Tanks if they meet the requirement (link to NG recruitment form - http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?key=pMKE4TAGgI2-ESnFxP5K1Jg&hl=en).

Foreign Policy
I am currently Ambassador of eUS to eMalaysia. I am working to improve the relationship between eUS and eMalaysia. I was recently appointed - 17th Feb 09 to be exact. I will write about this further when there is more to report (link to my article as Ambassador of eUS to eMalaysia- http://www.erepublik.com/en/article/kedutaan-eamerika-syarikat-eunited-states-embassy-737254/1/20).

Party
I am also currently the UIP Wellness Program Manager. I am working on improving the wellness program. I have released a survey form to get opinions and suggestions from members. Changes will be made based on the results of the survey. (link to the survey form - http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=cF9ObTdXODFPcWlFZ0Vva0l0NFMyWVE6MA)

Closing
Thats pretty much summarized my congressional platform. If you have any questions, feel free to pm me and spam my mailbox. I assure you every pm will be answer within 24 hours! If you like it, Vote and Subscribe! Suggestions are also welcomed.

Vote John Woodman for WI! Let him help YOU get your voice heard in congress!

~John Woodman
Editor of Voices
Wisconsin Congressman Wannabe
UIP Wellness Program Manager
eUSNG 2nd Division XO
Ambassador of eUS to eMalaysia