Secretary of Agriculture; previously Republican NE Governor
Military tribunals for terrorists; domestic spying ok
Q: Do you support using military tribunals to try suspected terrorists when ordinary civilian courts are deemed inappropriate or impractical?
A: Yes.
Q: Should law enforcement agencies have greater discretion
to monitor domestic communications, to prevent future terrorist attacks?
A: Yes.
Q: Do you support the creation of a federal identification card system?
A: No.
Source: Nebraska Congressional Election 2008 Political Courage Test
Jun 3, 2008
Expand missile defense; & pre-emptive military strike policy
Q: Should the federal government increase funding to states and cities for homeland security?
A: Yes.
Q: Do you support pre-emptive military strikes against countries deemed to be a threat to United States national security?
A: Yes.
Q: Should the United States expand its missile defense shield?
A: Yes.
Q: Do you support long-term use of National Guard troops to supplement the armed forces in assignments overseas?
A: Yes.
Source: Nebraska Congressional Election 2008 Political Courage Test
Jun 3, 2008
Islamic terrorists hate America; we must stand strong
Islamic terrorists, who have proven they hate America and have no regard for innocent human life, have declared war on the United States. It is a long-term threat that requires our constant vigilance and courage. I believe we must stand strong against
terrorism, and we can do so while also protecting the civil liberties that are at the core of our constitution.
Source: Campaign website, www.mikejohanns2008.com, "Issues"
Mar 2, 2008
