When you vote, consider:
1. Are your taxes protecting your freedoms, property and ability to increase wealth or is your government expanding power over you and other regions of the world?
The Roman Republic became an empire, expanding its influence, disseminating the Roman System to other cultures. The British Empire followed similar courses. Not seeking territorial claims, The American government nevertheless possesses 725 military bases in over a hundred countries ostensibly "to make the world safe for democracy."
2. Is prosperity increasing or decreasing?
To centralize power, Rome spent money and devalued currency, increasing government through public works and military adventures. The empire collapsed because of extensive regulations on commerce and overextended expansion. The British with other empires fell victim to similar patterns. What is happening with America?
3. Will military solutions destroy terrorism?
Terrorists wish to succeed against the vastness of American military might merely by employing guerilla attacks to encourage civil disorder. Authority reacts to their cause suppressing with restrictions on liberties. The population becomes politicized. The social fabric crumbles. Are hearts and minds won employing repressive measures?
4. Have interventionist policies been responsible for spawning enemies and wars?
Sadam Hussein and bin Laden have both been previously subsidized to further government interests.
5. Have the controlling Republican and Democrats succeeded managing the economy and foreign affairs?
America has endured two world wars, many smaller wars, unstable economy and depression under their management.

Consider encouraging freedom, not governmental intervention and expansion.
Restore the Bill of Rights. Elect Jeff Mallan to The U.S. Senate.