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fishing, manufacturing, and tourism, as well as being a draw for retirees; large national, state, and private forest lands featuring
some of the nations most ancient and productive forests; university communities that complement regional industries focused high technology
and health care industries; and rich farmland that raise an array of crops from mint, grass seed, and world class wineries, nurseries, along with cattle
and sheep.
KEY ISSUES:
Fighting for the Taxpayers,
Fixing the Economy
I staunchly opposed and voted against the ill conceived $700 billion bailout bill that puts taxpayers on the
hook for the mistakes of Wall Street executives and CEO's. Instead, I proposed an alternative plan that would protect taxpayers and
made Wall Street pay to solve this financial mess.
Ensuring a Sustainable Energy Future
The spike in gas prices
caused great financial strain on every American family. That is why I am fighting for short-term price relief by stopping market manipulation
and speculation-- boosting supply by requiring development of more than 10,000 idle leases on federal lands. My plan would tax windfall
profits unless big oil invests in new production, exploration, refineries, or alternative energy. This plan would also break our dependence
on foreign oil with domestic production, renewable fuels and new energy technologies.
Since 1987, the people of the Oregon's 4th Congressional District have elected me to serve them in Washington, D.C. During this
time, I have done my best to represent my constituents with integrity and with an independent voice.
This district is
a geographically and politically diverse region encompassing rural coastal communities known for
Paid for and authorized by DeFazio for Congress
No to Pay Raises, Yes to Scholarships!
As someone who relied on financial aid to go to college, I believe it is essential
to ensure the dream of a college education is a reality for every student that wants one. I believe that a well-educated workforce
is vital to our economic strength and global competitiveness, and that this nation must have a system of higher education that is
both affordable and high quality.
I opposed the Bush's 2005 Budget Reconciliation plan that cut student financial
aid to cynically pay for millionaires' tax cuts. I also supported the 2007 College Cost Reduction Act that increased Pell Grants
and lowered interest rates on student loans; this bill increased federal student aid by $20 billion--the largest increase in 65 years.
I
also put my money where my mouth is. I have funded 197 need-based scholarships at community colleges in my district
from $320,000 in Congressional pay raises I refused to accept until the federal budget is balanced.
