As a small businessman, I am acutely aware of how government can help my business or hurt my business. A reasonable tax rate to assure a lean and efficient government is the beginning. A debt ceiling that is manageable must be a priority. Keeping jobs on our shores is a no-brainer. Consumer confidence is the determining factor that cannot be undermined by poor government decisions. Innovation, research, and start-up funding are drivers that cannot be ignored. I will fight everyday to attain the most dynamic economy in the world that generates high paying, respectful jobs for all who seek them.