MI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) (10Questions.com)
Governor - MI
Rick Snyder (R)
Virg Bernero (D)
Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero, a Democrat, and Ann Arbor businessman Rick Snyder (R) will face off to replace Gov. Jennifer Granholm, who is not seeking re-election. Michigan faces big problems with its budget and the future of its economy. Who has the right ideas to lead the state? Ask and find answers here.
2010-11-30T22:22:10-05:00tag:communitycounts.com,2010:110Questions.com 2010Darshalay , Detroit, MIMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: Many children are graduating for high school with an education that is not up to par with the rest of the world, what are you doing to help change that in Michigan?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=5878972010-09-22T00:09:15-05:002010-09-22T00:09:15-05:00John Ackerly , Takoma Park, MDMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: Michigan still allows installing outdoor wood boilers that emit as much smoke as 200 wood stoves. Wood heat is an important renewable energy source for working families but these boilers need to be regulated. Would you support regulations?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=5686262010-09-17T17:07:34-05:002010-09-17T17:07:34-05:00Seth , Ann Arbor, MIMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: In the course of balancing the state budget, it will likely be necessary to cut spending and/or raise taxes. If you would cut spending, where would you make these cuts and if you would raise more tax revenue, how would you do so?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=5683542010-09-16T14:32:02-05:002010-09-16T14:32:02-05:00John DeRose , Harvard, MAMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: Money has an increasingly pervasive influence on our government, Campaign financing, lobbying and earmarks have given special interests a disproportionately unfair advantage. What specific actions/reforms would you support to address this issue?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=5759752010-09-16T09:00:41-05:002010-09-16T09:00:41-05:00Paul , DearbornMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: Our state's economy was built on manufacturing. Nowadays it's cheaper to build things overseas and ship them back to the US. Can manufacturing jobs come back to Michigan? If not, where should our economy be focused? How will you make that happen?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=5753362010-09-16T00:52:24-05:002010-09-16T00:52:24-05:00MENC , Reston, VAMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: MENC 10questions.comhttp://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=5586992010-09-15T11:00:21-05:002010-09-15T11:00:21-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: Do you support the current Michigan Medical Marijuana law?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=5620432010-09-14T14:51:58-05:002010-09-14T14:51:58-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: Will you uphold the rights of gun ownership for individuals for both hunting and self defense purposes and the whole of the 2nd amendment in general?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=5614422010-09-14T14:50:53-05:002010-09-14T14:50:53-05:00ss , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: Michigan's one of few (& large) states with no statewide anti-litter slogan. "American State Litter Scorecard" rated Michigan "below average" on overall litter removal quality. Can you create a slogan to stop dumping statewide?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=5590202010-09-07T17:44:16-05:002010-09-07T17:44:16-05:00D.Bacon , Shelby Twp, MIMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: What is the voter's recourse if we find you lied on important issues? Or if we find you tolerate or are an accessory to criminal behavior?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=5382992010-09-07T15:50:03-05:002010-09-07T15:50:03-05:00Jeff , New Boston, MiMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: Michigan has several renowned universities, yet many would-be students are unable to attend because the cost is prohibitively high. What steps do you plan to take in expanding access to higher education?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=5193412010-08-30T09:42:20-05:002010-08-30T09:42:20-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: How do you propose to get adequate funding to repair and maintain our failing road system in Michigan. We have all heard the rhetoric of cut excess spending and no new taxes. Please be specific in your answer.http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4781132010-08-14T07:25:57-05:002010-08-14T07:25:57-05:00anonymous , Westland, MIMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: The "Sales Tax" is a regressive and harmful tax to employed citizens. It also directly harms seniors, pensioners and the unemployed. Will you support reducing or eliminating the Sales Tax to help all Michigan tourism and small businesses?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4770932010-08-12T12:11:58-05:002010-08-12T12:11:58-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: Do you see anyway to increase the number of police officers in the state. Specifically State Troopers. Why is that budget, which Iunderstand is about 2% of the general fund budget, always among the first targeted for cuts? They only have 950 troopershttp://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4877832010-08-09T12:18:26-05:002010-08-09T12:18:26-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: What, exactly, are you claiming to have done when you say you "created jobs?" What did you do beyond merely occupy a political office that allows you to make that claim, and what does it even mean?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4651572010-08-04T22:48:52-05:002010-08-04T22:48:52-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: With the ecomony in Michigan so difficult for so many residents, many have found it difficult to keep hope. Some have turned to self-employment - such as direct sales - commission based. How do you plan to help these individuals/entrepreneurs?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4480112010-08-04T19:59:37-05:002010-08-04T19:59:37-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: What are your plans to eliminate Michigan's structural deficit?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4761632010-08-04T19:29:35-05:002010-08-04T19:29:35-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: Since US taxpayers currently own majority stock in General Motors and minority stock in Chrysler, should both these companies be forced to get onboard with alternative-transit manufacturing (rail cars, electric-power buses)? Why or why not?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4641292010-08-04T19:12:24-05:002010-08-04T19:12:24-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: if elected, what type of support will you provide in expanding mass transportation systems for michigan's urban centers?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4640292010-08-04T19:09:06-05:002010-08-04T19:09:06-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: Do you support a publicly-owned new bridge crossing linking the United States and Canada in Detroit?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4719612010-08-04T19:07:59-05:002010-08-04T19:07:59-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: What will you do as Governor to help protect defense jobs both in private industry and at military facilities? For some that I know in Macomb County, it is and has been the most secure job markets.http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4634542010-08-04T18:11:04-05:002010-08-04T18:11:04-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: Both of you have strong ties to your respective communities. How will your backgroung with Lansing/Ann Arbor influence decisions you make during your term in office?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4696562010-08-04T18:01:41-05:002010-08-04T18:01:41-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: What do you think of the idea of changing Michigan's income tax to a progressive tax and carefully and fairly enacting a progressive tax on pensions?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4532142010-08-04T17:36:02-05:002010-08-04T17:36:02-05:00Looman Stingo , Dexter, MIMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: MI presently requires taxpayers to claim internet purchases on their state tax return. Would you be in favor of a law requiring internet companies to charge MI sales taxes? Wouldn't this bring in more for the state vs. the existing honor system?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4559992010-08-04T15:53:05-05:002010-08-04T15:53:05-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: Much has been said about eliminating or reducing the Michigan Business Tax, but little has been said about how the state will make up for the loss of revenue. Would you consider a service sales tax or progressive income tax to make up for this loss?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4621872010-08-04T15:52:06-05:002010-08-04T15:52:06-05:00Looman Stingo , Dexter, MIMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: What is your position on immigration? Should immigrants found to be here in Michigan illegally be deported?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4674402010-08-04T15:41:23-05:002010-08-04T15:41:23-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: Will you be honest with voters and be truthful that taxes are necessary in a society that requires services such as fire, police, garbage pick-up, etc. By touting a "taxes are evil" policy, it is a real dis-service to the voter.http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4726842010-08-04T15:27:17-05:002010-08-04T15:27:17-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: Will you commit to not pandering to special interests, such as the pro-life/pro-choice camps, etc. Too often government makes decision based on the desires of the few instead of doing the right thing.http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4649302010-08-04T15:24:32-05:002010-08-04T15:24:32-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: Would you support a movement to repeal the 17th amendment?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4648302010-08-04T15:22:12-05:002010-08-04T15:22:12-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: If you find yourself working with one or both chambers of the legislature controlled by a party other than your own, how will you avoid the usual gridlock to reach agreement on critical tasks such as the annual budget?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4631292010-08-04T15:12:21-05:002010-08-04T15:12:21-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: How can you push for better quality teachers and a more cost effective structure for education while at the same time still attract highly qualified people to a teaching career?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4823822010-08-04T15:07:51-05:002010-08-04T15:07:51-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: What actions,if any, do you plan to take to improve Detroit Public Schools?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4551012010-08-04T14:58:55-05:002010-08-04T14:58:55-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: What actions, if any, do you plan to take to improve the Detroit Public School schools?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4738352010-08-04T14:57:21-05:002010-08-04T14:57:21-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: What is your position on a part time legislature? Most states have this and it is estimated it would save the state $30 million.http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4654332010-08-04T14:31:39-05:002010-08-04T14:31:39-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: We can all agree that the economy is the most important issue, however what would you do if elected to uphold the human rights of individuals in terms of issues such as gay rights and civil rights, which are critical to keeping young people in state?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4565262010-08-04T14:15:51-05:002010-08-04T14:15:51-05:00Kaira Tailson , Southfield, MIMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: Question from Kaira Tailsonhttp://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4701842010-08-03T22:01:09-05:002010-08-03T22:01:09-05:00Kaira Tailson , Southfield, MIMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: Question from Julie Alter-Kayhttp://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4639492010-08-03T21:58:14-05:002010-08-03T21:58:14-05:00penn misner , benzonia MIMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: The only way MI is going to crawl out of the economic abyss it's fallen into is by becoming a 'right to work' state, tax reduction/elimination of taxes and drastic reduction of spending. Tell me your solution, and explain why it will work.http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4436932010-07-29T17:21:18-05:002010-07-29T17:21:18-05:00Anonymous , undisclosed locationMI Gov- Bernero (D)/Snyder (R) - Question: Do you want to make Michigan a pro-life state?http://www.10questions.com/2010/item/?market=MI&forum=Governor&seriseID=100694&submissionID=4541362010-07-28T16:38:48-05:002010-07-28T16:38:48-05:00