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Illinois Review | Taxpayers United of America endorses Rauner, Oberweis, Harris, Williams, Bayne
TUA’s endorsement of various Illinois state candidates was featured on Illinois Review.
Tax Accountability (TA), the political action arm of Taxpayers United of America (TUA), has announced its candidate endorsements for the March 18, 2014 primary election. The are:
- Governor: Bruce Rauner
- US Senate: Jim Oberweis
- 3rd Congr. District of IL: Diane M. Harris
- 9th Congr. District of IL: David Earl Williams, III
- 11th Congr. District of IL: Ian Bayne
The TA’s reasoning for each candidate is below:
Bruce Rauner is a successful businessman and strong leader with the fiscal experience to save Illinois from its history of failed and criminal leadership. Bruce has pledged to repeal the 67% state income tax increase surcharge and to perform a complete overhaul of the State’s tax policies to simplify and eliminate the corporate welfare that burdens individuals and small businesses.
Jim Oberweis has been a strong leader in the Illinois State Senate and a successful businessman who understands that tax-and-spend policies destroy our economy and prosperity. Jim has pledged not to raise taxes or impose any new taxes, directly or indirectly.
Diane M. Harris has a solid record of achievement both personally and professionally. Diane has a lifetime of community service and commitment to restoring integrity to Illinois politics. Diane has pledged not to raise taxes or impose any new taxes because of her commitment to responsible spending and respect for taxpayers’ personal wealth.
David Earl Williams, III has established himself as a strong leader and achiever. David is a veteran of the US Navy where he managed a multi-billion dollar budget. David is committed to restoring personal and economic freedom to Illinois and the country and has pledged not to increase or add new taxes.
Ian Bayne is a self-made, successful businessman who has fought hard to achieve the American dream. His fight has highlighted the need for government reforms that restore the power to the people. Ian has also pledged to protect taxpayers from any new or increased taxes.
