Nikki Haley in Survey of Gubernatorial campaign websites, 2010-2011

On Abortion: Every life is blessed by God

I believe every life has a value and is blessed by God--my husband was adopted and my pro-life convictions stem from the fact I feel the blessings of that value every day knowing someone chose life for him. I see it every day in my two children as I watch them grow. My hope is that we continue to encourage and work towards educating that value of life to everyone. Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign website, nikkihaley.com "Issues" Nov 2, 2010

On Corporations: Eliminate business taxes, starting with corporate income tax

The Haley Administration will prioritize the elimination of business income taxes, starting with eliminating the corporate income tax. Annually, South Carolina collects just over $260 million in corporate income taxes, representing only about 4.5% of the General Fund. Our tax system has been band-aided to saddle some business with a greater burden than others. By leaving a quarter of a billion dollars in the private sector, we will enable South Carolina's businesses to grow. Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign website, nikkihaley.com "Issues" Nov 2, 2010

On Education: Expand charter schools

South Carolina's 37 charter schools have successfully integrated themselves into local communities and successfully supplement current education options. While still public schools, these unique institutions have enough autonomy and flexibility to use innovative education techniques, provide outstanding education, and focus on specialized areas such as technology, math, and science.

The answers to expanding charter school use in South Carolina are similar to the ones for other public schools. These charter endeavors create totally new schools that have a modern mission and measureable goals in place before the first student walks through the door. This can mean fresh starts for thousands of South Carolina's students every year; this is not an opportunity we can let pass us by.

Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign website, nikkihaley.com "Issues" Nov 2, 2010

On Government Reform: Strongly in favor of term limits at all levels of government

Term Limits: I am strongly in favor of term limits at all levels of government. I have introduced legislation to place limits on legislators: 8 years in the House of Representatives or the Senate, no more than 12 years total. Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign website, nikkihaley.com "Issues" Nov 2, 2010

On Gun Control: Make concealed weapons permits easier

Few things are as clearly defined as the right of individual Americans to own and use firearms. The right to bear arms was deemed so critical by our Founders that they spelled it out in absolute terms, and any governmental action that undermines that right is in turn undermining the very freedoms that built our great nation. I hold a Concealed Weapons Permit myself, and in this state makes it difficult for CWP holders to rightfully carry--we need to make the rules that govern carrying far more simple Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign website, nikkihaley.com "Issues" Nov 2, 2010

On Health Care: Cap punitive damages to limit medical costs

Frivolous lawsuits and out-of-control punitive damages drive up the cost of doing business and drive down the quality of healthcare in South Carolina. Our legal system must be reformed to include mandatory, non-binding arbitration and a "loser pays" component to all medical malpractice suits. Most importantly, we must institute a cap on the amount of non-medical damages that can be awarded in a lawsuit. Again, Texas has made strides following tort reform efforts, with studies showing 5.3% economic growth attributable to these reforms. As an added benefit, there has been greater access to care as doctors in high-risk specialties, like obstetrics-gynecology and neurosurgery, have relocated to Texas to take advantage of the improved legal environment. Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign website, nikkihaley.com "Issues" Nov 2, 2010

On Immigration: Co-sponsored toughest standard of immigration enforcement

We are a nation of immigrants but we are also a nation of laws. It is vitally important that the United States maintains its sovereignty through the process of legal immigration. Nikki has twice co-sponsored legislation that represents the toughest standard of immigration enforcement on the books nation-wide. In 2007, H4400 provided for such programs as E-verify and expanded the ability for state and local law enforcement to question, detain, and transport suspected illegal aliens and traffickers. Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign website, nikkihaley.com "Issues" Nov 2, 2010

On Tax Reform: 29 taxes out of 32 create little revenue but add bureaucracy

While the Department of Revenue administers 32 taxes, only three of those taxes generate over 90% of General Fund revenue: the individual income tax, the corporate income tax, and the sales and use taxes. The remaining taxes add layers of bureaucracy, while garnering little revenue for the state. Simplifying the tax structure will help businesses understand and comply with tax codes, while simultaneously shrinking South Carolina's tax bureaucracy. Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign website, nikkihaley.com "Issues" Nov 2, 2010

On Gun Control: Founding fathers gave us the absolute right to bear arms

The right to bear arms was deemed so critical by our Founders that they spelled it out in absolute terms, and it is my belief that any governmental action that undermines that right is in turn undermining the very freedoms that built our great nation. I hold a Concealed Weapons Permit myself, and in this state we have issues that make it difficult for CWP holders to carry. As governor, I will continue to fight against any government infringement on the 2nd Amendment. Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign website nikkihaley.com, "Issues" May 2, 2010

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