01-04-2012
Today, I had the opportunity of speaking with my Mentor and Friend Larry D. Kump. During our conversations, we discuss numerous intellectual topics. I will say, I learn a lot during these conversations with Mr. Kump. Below is my understanding. Thank you Larry D. Kump.
Within my 2012 present campaign, I represent myself as an Independent Republican.
As an Independent Republican, I cannot place stability or foundation based understanding in either the Democrats or Republicans. Representing myself as either a Democrat or Republican to the people of West Virginia is just a plain lie. As I have dictated in the past, I agree and disagree with both sides. Stipulating this fact, how can I chose? Understand, I have the greatest respect for both parties and the individuals that represent themselves to their respective parties. Within my district, there is another individual who is running against me as a Republican. We are friends and I find him extremely intellectual and I hold the highest respect for him and his intellect.
However, he and I do not agree on numerous topics. Obviously, he has the obligation to stand for his beliefs and so do I.
For this reason, I cannot run as either party. The State of West Virginia requires me to pick a party. I chose the closest determining political party that comes the closest to understanding me and my theories. I still agree and disagree with both sides. So, I chose to run my campaign as an Independent Republican which inturn, gives the highest respect to the voters in my district. Republican for the State as they mandate.
Upon winning the election as Delegate in November 2012 (Positive Thinking), I am determined to bring my non-partisan voting practices to the house floor. Voting non-partisan is the correct way to bring the voices of my people to the house floor. It's quite obvious, District #67 has both Democrats and Republicans residing. Being strict Republican or Democrat ignores the prospects of those in my District of the opposite party. When I take my Oath of Office, I will promise to perform my job I will be elected to do to the best of my ability. Of course, I will take my Oath of Office seriously, however, besides the fact of honoring my word, it's good practice to faithfully execute my position as Delegate by honoring both parties within my district and West Virginia.
W. Matthew Harris
Candidate for West Virginia House of Delegates 2012
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
Harris Announces Run for West Virginia House of Delegates
01.01.2012
Harris Announces Run for West Virginia House of Delegates
I am announcing my candidacy as delegate to the West Virginia House of Delegates, District #67. I am not confident with the current incumbent. I believe West Virginians deserve better representation. I have been and will continue to be involved with many activities that will affect West Virginia. I am a proud resident of West Virginia and I intend on bringing a more solid voice to the Capital to make positive productive changes to many legislative policies. I am outspoken and directly honest. I believe in being accountable for my actions. I would like to see the power of the vote become more powerful. I am not interested in the e-commerce statements I have been hearing about. I do not believe in increasing taxes as we are already taxed beyond belief during this hard time. Our people need a break to start rebuilding their lives and their expectation to our State Government. I believe the personal property tax needs to be eliminated. I believe our State budget needs to be re-established for better results and to be accountability to the people of West Virginia. We need to control our State’s spending of our tax dollars. We deserve the right to plan for our retirement, not hope for it. Intelligently planned and smart economics is the key to establishing better results for the citizens of West Virginia. West Virginia is the poorest state in the union and I propose to change this.
My goals as a delegate for District #67 include: increasing the salaries of our state employees, eliminating the personal property tax, protecting property rights, and eliminating the $100 million payday given to our casinos from our tax dollars. I do not agree with the internet sales tax idea that was raised a short time ago.
I plan to run my campaign with honesty and to stay on track with the interests and policies of West Virginia. I believe in the power of the vote and the people of West Virginia. It is my wish to make each politician in West Virginia accountable to our residents.
I reside in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. I own Construction Management Ind. L.L.C. with interests in numerous other activities that include construction projects in and around the area. I am a proud Veteran of the United States Army. I was an engineer in the boiler- making industry for 10 years. I have spent much of my time researching numerous incumbents and their policies. I find them puzzling and wonder why there hasn't been any achievement in their productivity. I strongly believe delegates need to be accountable for their actions to all the citizens of West Virginia.
W. Matthew Harris :Candidate for West Virginia House of Delegates
Harris Announces Run for West Virginia House of Delegates
I am announcing my candidacy as delegate to the West Virginia House of Delegates, District #67. I am not confident with the current incumbent. I believe West Virginians deserve better representation. I have been and will continue to be involved with many activities that will affect West Virginia. I am a proud resident of West Virginia and I intend on bringing a more solid voice to the Capital to make positive productive changes to many legislative policies. I am outspoken and directly honest. I believe in being accountable for my actions. I would like to see the power of the vote become more powerful. I am not interested in the e-commerce statements I have been hearing about. I do not believe in increasing taxes as we are already taxed beyond belief during this hard time. Our people need a break to start rebuilding their lives and their expectation to our State Government. I believe the personal property tax needs to be eliminated. I believe our State budget needs to be re-established for better results and to be accountability to the people of West Virginia. We need to control our State’s spending of our tax dollars. We deserve the right to plan for our retirement, not hope for it. Intelligently planned and smart economics is the key to establishing better results for the citizens of West Virginia. West Virginia is the poorest state in the union and I propose to change this.
My goals as a delegate for District #67 include: increasing the salaries of our state employees, eliminating the personal property tax, protecting property rights, and eliminating the $100 million payday given to our casinos from our tax dollars. I do not agree with the internet sales tax idea that was raised a short time ago.
I plan to run my campaign with honesty and to stay on track with the interests and policies of West Virginia. I believe in the power of the vote and the people of West Virginia. It is my wish to make each politician in West Virginia accountable to our residents.
I reside in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. I own Construction Management Ind. L.L.C. with interests in numerous other activities that include construction projects in and around the area. I am a proud Veteran of the United States Army. I was an engineer in the boiler- making industry for 10 years. I have spent much of my time researching numerous incumbents and their policies. I find them puzzling and wonder why there hasn't been any achievement in their productivity. I strongly believe delegates need to be accountable for their actions to all the citizens of West Virginia.
W. Matthew Harris :Candidate for West Virginia House of Delegates
Political Position
Candidate for West Virginia House of Delegates District #67
I plan to campaign as an Independent Republican.
I can honestly say, my view are very neutral between Democrats and Republicans. There are many view I cannot agree with both sides. Stating that I am committed to either side is not in my interest. My views are to serve public to the best of my abilities. I plan to vote strictly non-partisan in the Capital. I am interested in creating a more powerful voice of the people. We must strengthening our state budget and reduce spending. We should increase the amount of public meetings in my district to create more interest of the people by showing my interest in their opinion and concerns. It is unfortunate that at best, tem percent of those citizen in our district show interest in our abilities.
I plan to campaign as an Independent Republican.
I can honestly say, my view are very neutral between Democrats and Republicans. There are many view I cannot agree with both sides. Stating that I am committed to either side is not in my interest. My views are to serve public to the best of my abilities. I plan to vote strictly non-partisan in the Capital. I am interested in creating a more powerful voice of the people. We must strengthening our state budget and reduce spending. We should increase the amount of public meetings in my district to create more interest of the people by showing my interest in their opinion and concerns. It is unfortunate that at best, tem percent of those citizen in our district show interest in our abilities.
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