Changes
Jump to navigation
Jump to search
no edit summary
[[Image:Bernie.jpg]]
'''Tax Reform'''
'''Drug Policy'''
Bernie believes that the war on drugs has failed and instead of pursuing a path of punishment America should try to treat drug addiction. He supports medical marijuana and decriminalization of recreational marijuana. He believes that states should have the right to vote on full legalization. For hard drugs Bernie supports increased education and rehabilitation.
'''Middle East'''
Supports Iran deal and wants less military involvement in the Middle East. If ISIS is to be defeated it should be done by other Middle Eastern nations or in a coalition with other Middle Eastern nations instead of unilateral action. Bernie wants to involve the Saudis and our allies in the Middle East in our decision making process in order to create change that is actually effective and lasting.
'''Trade'''
Reversing trade policies like NAFTA, CAFTA, and PNTR that have driven down wages and caused the loss of millions of jobs. Trade policy would focus on restoring jobs to Americans. Stop exports of oilabroad to focus on clean energy solutions at home. Against all Free-Trade agreements on the grounds that it hurts the American people and represents only the interests of corporate America.
'''Immigration'''
Seeking to accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels by promoting wind and solar energy, placing a tax on carbon pollution. Pursue a nuclear free clean energy policy that will decrease dependence on foreign oil. Ban fossil fuel lobbyists from working in the White House. Ban Arctic oil drilling and offshore oil drilling. Reduce carbon emissions in order to reduce the harmful effects of global warming on the environment.. Opposes the Keystone XL pipeline in favor of banning almost every form of oil or natural gas extraction in America. Believes in 100% clean energy future.
'''Sources'''
http://feelthebern.org/bernie-sanders-on-drug-policy/
