On November 7, 2007, Hillary Clinton was elected to the United States Senate by New York. Clinton made history with her win by becoming the first First Lady of the United States to be elected to the public office, as well as becoming the first woman to be elected independently in New York. When New York was attacked on September 11, 2001, Clinton began working to gather the funds needed for rebuilding. She argued to provide compensation to victim’s families of the terrorist attacks, provide grants to businesses hit hard by the attacks, as well as provide health care for the numerous men and women who helped at Ground Zero. Clinton then began her continuation of improving homeland security for New York and its surrounding communities, as well as protecting all Americans from any further attacks.Clinton’s 2008 Presidential platform on five major issues are as follows:Immigration: “I’m in favor of comprehensive immigration reform, which includes tightening our border security, sanctioning employers to employ undocumented immigrants, getting the 12 million or so immigrants out of the shadows. That’s very important to me.” (South Carolina Primary Debate-April 26, 2008) Supports guest worker program with a path to citizenship for any illegal immigrant who has resided in the United States for 5 years Opposes driver’s licenses for illegal immigrants Opposes the idea of local police enforcing immigration, but favors “sanctuary cities”Abortion: “Being pro-choice is trusting the individual to make the right decision for herself and her family, and not entrusting the decision to anyone wearing the authority of government in any regard.” (God and Hillary Clinton by Paul Kengor, p. 191, July 18, 2007) Hopes to keep abortion safe, legal and rare Supports late term abortion only if the mother’s life or health is at risk Believes in the woman’s right to chooseIraq War: “I will begin to bring our troops home as soon as I am president, because Bush does not intend to end the war while he is still president.” (2007 Democratic debate at Drexel University, October 30, 2007) Definitely opposes the War in Iraq Would attempt to remove all troops from Iraq by 2013 Would push Pentagon to begin planning on Iraq withdrawalEconomy: “At some point you’ve got to have government action to really tackle these problems.” (Choosing the President Interviews, March 3, 2008) Attempt to freeze mortgage interest rates for five years Protect next generation by paying of the debt of the United States Reduce outsourcingHealth Care: “We actually will make it affordable for everyone, because my plan lowers costs aggressively; and improves quality for everyone.” (2008 Democratic debate in Los Angeles, January 30, 2008) Insurance companies would not deny people coverage Would try to mandate insurance and make it affordable for everyone Financed by reversing tax cuts for those who earn more than $250,000
Political Profiles: Clinton
On November 7, 2007, Hillary Clinton was elected to the United States Senate by New York. Clinton made history with her win by becoming the first First Lady of the United States to be elected to the public office, as well as becoming the first woman to be elected independently in New York. When New York was attacked on September 11, 2001, Clinton began working to gather the funds needed for rebuilding. She argued to provide compensation to victim’s families of the terrorist attacks, provide grants to businesses hit hard by the attacks, as well as provide health care for the numerous men and women who helped at Ground Zero. Clinton then began her continuation of improving homeland security for New York and its surrounding communities, as well as protecting all Americans from any further attacks.Clinton’s 2008 Presidential platform on five major issues are as follows:Immigration: “I’m in favor of comprehensive immigration reform, which includes tightening our border security, sanctioning employers to employ undocumented immigrants, getting the 12 million or so immigrants out of the shadows. That’s very important to me.” (South Carolina Primary Debate-April 26, 2008) Supports guest worker program with a path to citizenship for any illegal immigrant who has resided in the United States for 5 years Opposes driver’s licenses for illegal immigrants Opposes the idea of local police enforcing immigration, but favors “sanctuary cities”Abortion: “Being pro-choice is trusting the individual to make the right decision for herself and her family, and not entrusting the decision to anyone wearing the authority of government in any regard.” (God and Hillary Clinton by Paul Kengor, p. 191, July 18, 2007) Hopes to keep abortion safe, legal and rare Supports late term abortion only if the mother’s life or health is at risk Believes in the woman’s right to chooseIraq War: “I will begin to bring our troops home as soon as I am president, because Bush does not intend to end the war while he is still president.” (2007 Democratic debate at Drexel University, October 30, 2007) Definitely opposes the War in Iraq Would attempt to remove all troops from Iraq by 2013 Would push Pentagon to begin planning on Iraq withdrawalEconomy: “At some point you’ve got to have government action to really tackle these problems.” (Choosing the President Interviews, March 3, 2008) Attempt to freeze mortgage interest rates for five years Protect next generation by paying of the debt of the United States Reduce outsourcingHealth Care: “We actually will make it affordable for everyone, because my plan lowers costs aggressively; and improves quality for everyone.” (2008 Democratic debate in Los Angeles, January 30, 2008) Insurance companies would not deny people coverage Would try to mandate insurance and make it affordable for everyone Financed by reversing tax cuts for those who earn more than $250,000