My Candidate Would…

1. Put the country first.
2. Do what’s right. Period.
3. Be fair.
4. Tell it like it is.
5. Be compassionate.
6. Find areas of common ground.
7. Make tough decisions.
8. Follow the law of the land.
9. Keep their promises.
10. Fix more problems than they create.
11. Award contracts based on qualifications.
12. Remain accountable.
13. Honor tradition.
14. Stop “gotcha” politics.
15. Listen.
16. Step out of their comfort zone.
17. Talk less. Do more.
18. Build up rather than tear down.
19. Speak the truth.
20. Stop petty politics.
21. Debate issues. Stop personal attacks.
22. Serve as a good steward of our hard-earned money.
23. Read the law before voting.
24. Run toward problems rather than away from them.
25. Be informed, not just opinionated.
26. Learn from mistakes and act accordingly.
27. Let their actions speak louder than their words.
28. Discipline immoral activity of friends and colleagues.
29. Eliminate waste before requesting more money.
30. Never tolerate mediocrity.
31. Listen to their conscience.
32. Never bite off more than they can chew.
33. Think beyond today.
34. Never sell out for money.
35. Be a good role model.
36. Preserve the honor of their office.
37. Offer hope and equal opportunity.
38. Make us proud.
39. Think about our future, not theirs.
40. If a candidate can’t abide by these rules, give someone else a chance.

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