Nancy Pelosi tells you that the House will pass one bill you propose, regardless of what it does. It can not be of major import (ie not on Iraq, healthcare, energy, etc). What would that bill do? Why this specific bill?
Jared Polis:
First I would prevail upon her to let my bill be one of national importance. We need to end this war in Iraq, implement a universal healthcare system, and build a route to a sustainable energy future. What is holding our progressive agenda back? The special interests and lobbyist apparatus.
Thus I would seek a strong ethics and campaign finance reform bill that included public financing of campaigns and stronger national ethics laws. By striking a blow to the special interest system, I will make it more likely that other progressive policy changes will be subsequently passed.
Will Shafroth:
I would carry a bill that would at least triple the funding for renewable energy research and development.
I would carry this bill because this is a critical first step and commitment our nation must make if we are to slow global warming. It will also have the added effect of stimulating our local and national economies. Finally, it will help Colorado, and especially CD 2, in continuing to play a leadership role in renewable energy.
Joan Fitz-Gerald:
I would hope to get something passed to make college more affordable. Higher education is the ladder to success. Student loan payback for public service after college would be a means to allow our young people to follow their dreams, pay it back by service which in turn will enhance their investment in this nation.
