Bill Yarbrough for U.S. House of Representatives, OH
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Bill answers the Liberty Candidate questions below:
I) Re. the U.S. Financial System:
1. What is your view of the monetary system in the U.S. today?
The U.S. has a fiat monetary system that is in direct violation of the U.S. Constitution. We need to return to a commodity standard and/or allow competition in currency.
2. What corrective actions could we take right now to improve the economy?
As was done after World War II when economic prosperity exploded, we can dramatically cut federal spending. In addition to at least $1 trillion in first-year cuts, we can unleash the laboratories of democracy – our states – and relinquish federal control over all things not specifically enumerated in the constitution.
3. Do you agree with the actions the Federal Reserve has taken to solve the financial crisis? If not, what could the Fed have done differently?
No. The Fed has perpetuated the boom-bust cycle inherent in any scheme where interest rates are artificially manipulated. The Fed could have implemented a system whereby interest rates respond to market conditions. In addition, the Fed could have restored confidence in the dollar by refraining from inflating the currency.
4. Should the Federal Reserve be audited fully, no secrets, or does it need to keep some information under wraps?
Yes. Audited fully, no secrets.
II) Re. Foreign Policy:
1. What is your opinion on current US foreign policy?
U.S. foreign policy is tyrannical, is bankrupting the nation, and heightens the risk of the U.S. homeland through provocative policies and actions.
2. How should we fight a “war on terror”?
It is not possible to fight a war on an emotion.
3. Should the U.S. occupy other countries? If not, would you push to close all bases? Are there any you would keep open?
The U.S. should not occupy other nations. We should not pay for the defense of another nation with our blood and fortune. There is a case to be made for bases to remain open in territories where quick-strike capabilities protect the genuine national interest. For example, our base in Diego Garcia was instrumental in allowing us to strike legitimate targets in Afghanistan as was authorized by even Ron Paul after 9/11. We can easily reduce our overseas presence by 60% or more, and still maintain this capability.
4. Should the U.S. maintain its standing army?
Yes – as an all volunteer force.
5. Is the Patriot Act necessary to protect America? If not, would you vote to repeal it?
No. I would repeal it.
III) Re. Personal Liberty:
1. What information may the U.S. government legally gather about its citizens? When would it be necessary to overstep those boundaries?
Decennial information authorized in the constitution in the form of a census. With a proper court order, adjudicated by a disinterested member of the judicial branch, and with genuine probable cause of a crime committed, it is permissible on a case-by-case basis to gather additional information.
2. What limits, if any, should be placed on the U.S. government’s ability to search its citizens without a warrant?
No search should ever be permissible without a warrant.
3. Ought the U.S. government be allowed to protect its citizens’ health by outlawing foods it considers unsafe, or to force medicate (i.e., fluoridation) or force vaccinate citizens?
No – none of the above.
4. What controls, if any, should be placed on the right to own a gun? Is there an effective way to keep guns out of the hands of madmen and criminals without encroaching on the rights of free, law-abiding citizens?
The second amendment is clear – the right of the individual to bear arms shall not be infringed. It is reasonable, however, that the word “gun” be properly defined by the states so as to not allow individuals to own combat artillery and the like.
IV) Re. U.S. Sovereignty:
1. Is our involvement in and subjugation to global organizations, such as WHO, NATO, the UN, etc., a benefit to U.S. citizens?
Absolutely not.
2. Would you work to repeal international agreements that purport to hold U.S. citizens and/or property under its jurisdiction, or do you think there might be times when benefits outweigh concessions?
I would work to repeal agreements that allow foreign entities to dictate U.S. law. I can envision no exceptions.
3. Are trade agreements with other nations, i.e., NAFTA, CAFTA, good for U.S. citizens?
The only kind of free trade agreement I support is one in which there are no exceptions and the agreement then seeks to only clarify that point. Unfortunately, NAFTA, CAFTA and others do not fit that description.
4. Should the U.S. give foreign aid to other countries? If yes, for what purposes would it be justified? If not all countries, which would you continue to support?
Foreign aid should be limited to reactive disaster response only, and only when requested, and when our unique military technology and resources warrant it.
V) Re. State Sovereignty:
1. When does state law take precedent over federal law?
As specifically enumerated in the constitution.
2. Would you stand up to the federal government and demand that it stay within the bounds of its enumerated powers and out of state business?
Absolutely.
3. Do federal officers have the right to arrest non-military citizens within the individual states for any crimes?
Only for federal crimes where authority is explicitly granted to the federal government in the constitution. Thus, tax and mail fraud are examples of jurisdiction, and drugs, food, and firearms are not.
VI) Illegal Immigration:
1. What do you see as the #1 problem with illegal immigration?
A culture of entitlement where citizens reasonably feel cheated by those receiving benefits of a system they did not pay in to.
2. What actions could we take to stop illegal immigrants from taking advantage of social services?
Gradually and humanely remove the entitlements.
VII) Misc. Questions:
1. If you could make one amendment to the U.S. Constitution, what would it be?
A monetary policy amendment with sub-sections reaffirming a commodity standard, competition in currency, and jurisdiction over the Fed that would ensure it has no more power than an accounting and information management organization for the Congress.
2. Would you vote to end government subsidies to private industry?
Absolutely.
3. What should our government’s action be against Julian Assange, if any?
None.
4. Do you know what Agenda 21/Sustainable Development and the Communitarian agenda is? Do you support it? Why or why not?
I do not support Agenda 21. It is an abdication of U.S. sovereignty to a foreign power, threatens the liberty of U.S. citizens, and places the U.S. economy at risk.
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Your Name: Bill Yarbrough
Office you seek: U.S. House of Representatives
State: Ohio
District: 12
PRIMARY DATE: June 11, 2012 (subject to change)
Email Address: info@YarbroughforLiberty.com
Website: http://YarbroughforLiberty.com
