Hamilton calls for policy change

FALLBROOK — Fallbrook resident Robert J. Hamilton, a Democratic candidate for the 49th Congressional Seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, talked to the North Central Democratic Club on Monday night, June 23 about his position on the economy, with proposals on how to reverse the downward trend set in motion by the Bush administration.

Hamilton said, “Our national debt of over $9 trillion, and growing by over $1.5 billion per day, has weakened our economy and created a monumental tax burden for future generations.”

He discussed with the audience how our world is being challenged as never before by escalating demand for energy, food and other vital commodities. Of particular concern is the urgent need to develop alternatives to high priced oil. “The Bush administration and my opponent Darrell Issa continue to call for more oil drilling to solve our energy problems while Germany, Brazil and other nations develop better solutions,” Hamilton said.

Hamilton favors a “pay-go” policy where new spending programs must be paid for by cuts in other spending. “Just as individuals and families throughout our nation are coming to terms with the new, tougher economic landscape, our government needs to cut back spending to essentials, plan and invest for long-term growth, and execute the plan responsibly and competently.”