AN ETHIC OF LIFE IN MUNICIPAL PUBLIC POLICY
1. Do municipal governments have a serious responsibility to advance a consistent ethic regarding the respect of human life?  A consistent ethic of life often focuses on major policy issues which include first abortion and euthanasia, but also others such as poverty, capital punishment, war, racism, nuclear arms and exploitation.  While these are national issues, municipalities can and should address local policy and social factors.  A consistent ethic of life recognizes that each and every human being is unique and important, that no person is defined by someone else's choices, and that no one exists solely as a means to someone else's happiness.  The choices we make, as individuals and as a society, must be weighed in light of their impact on human life and dignity.   Do municipal governments have a serious responsibility to implement public policies and facilitate community action that further a consistent respect of all human life? 

YES

PUBLIC LIBRARY PORNOGRAPHY
2. In the US Supreme Court ruling United States v. American Library Association, Inc, 2003, which upheld the use of library internet pornography filters, Chief Justice Rehnquist stated for the plurality that "to fulfill their traditional missions, public libraries must have broad discretion to decide what material to provide to their patrons.  Although they seek to provide a wide array of information, their goal has never been to provide 'universal coverage,'" and "most libraries already exclude pornography from their print collections because they deem it inappropriate for inclusion."   Will you as a city council person appoint, recommend or request (depending on your level of authority) only library board candidates who oppose the inclusion of pornography in public libraries, whether by internet or as printed materials? 

YES

REGULATION OF SEXUALLY ORIENTED BUSINESSES
3. The U.S. Supreme Court in Young v. American Mini Theaters, Inc., (1976) and Renton v. Playtime Theater, Inc., (1986), concluded that municipalities have "substantial governmental interests" in protecting and preserving the quality of life for its community against the adverse secondary effects of sexually oriented businesses while allowing for "reasonable alternative avenues of communication."  Land Use Studies from cities around the United States were cited in both U.S. Supreme Court cases documenting the harmful secondary effects including 1. Increased Crime - rape, sexual assault, prostitution and illegal drug sales; 2. Decreased Property Values - both residential and commercial; and 3. Urban Blight - people and businesses fleeing the community.  Will you diligently seek and maintain zoning ordinances, licensing procedures, permit requirements and operational regulations which serve to minimize the adverse secondary effects of Sexually Oriented Businesses?   

YES

ABORTION
4. Do you believe that it is scientifically accurate and honest to say that human life begins at conception?
 
YES
 

5. The 14th Amendment states "nor shall any state deprive any person of life, liberty or property without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws." The Supreme Court in Roe v. Wade, 1973, stated that "if this suggestion of personhood is established, the appellant's case, of course, collapses, for the fetus' right to life would then be guaranteed specifically by the [14th] Amendment."  The Court regrettably concluded though that "we need not resolve the difficult question of when life begins. When those trained in the respective disciplines of medicine, philosophy, and theology are unable to arrive at any consensus, the judiciary, at this point in the development of man's knowledge, is not in a position to speculate as to the answer."   Do you believe that life begins at conception and that the State has a compelling interest in protecting that life?
 
YES
 

6. Is taking the life of a pre-born child through abortion ever permissible?  Check all that apply:

7. Do you support parental notification and/or consent before a minor (under 18 years of age) could have an abortion? A judicial bypass of parents would be allowed when necessary.

Notification? YES

Consent?     YES
 

PLANNED PARENTHOOD
8. Should your city partner in any way with the nation's biggest abortion provider, Planned Parenthood, who received over $350 million dollars in governmental grants and contracts, and aborted nearly 305,000 babies?  Should they be contracted with to make community presentations, provide literature, birth control chemicals or devises, and/or abortion services?
 
NO

 

CONTRIBUTIONS OF RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS
10. "Religious communities are the largest and best-organized civil institutions in the world, claiming the allegiance of billions across race, class, and national divides. These communities have particular cultural understandings, infrastructures, and resources to get help where it is needed most" (World Conference of Religions for Peace).  Southwest Washington has a broad range of religious communities that contribute substantially to the welfare of families, children, seniors, the homeless, sick, and refugees.  They are a highly valued part of our community which respects and defends human life at every stage.  Are you an active member in a church, synagogue, temple, mosque or other religious assembly?

YES

If so, you may state here where at: FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH, LONGVIEW
 

FAITH-BASED AND NEIGHBORHOOD PARTNERSHIPS
11. The White House's Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships ensures that religious and other community organizations are able to compete on an equal footing for participation in Federal programs without impairing the character of such organizations and without diminishing the religious freedom of those served.  Does the collaboration of government with faith-based charitable works lawfully ensure fair treatment of religious organizations, and is it good for our communities?

YES

QUALIFICATIONS
12. Please state your professional experience, community involvement, education and other qualifications for a mayoral or city council position. 

Mike is a Legislative Assistant to Washington State Representative Brad Klippert of Kennewick and Mike has been a REALTOR with Prudential NW Properties since the summer of 2007; Mike’s business includes commercial, multi-family, vacant land, and single-family real estate sales. Mike has served the State Legislature in various capacities in both the Senate and House since 2003. Mike was also a Staff Assistant with the Washington, D.C. office of Congresswoman Sue Myrick, and as a Federal Affairs Associate Lobbyist with the Americans for Tax Reform. Mike graduated from the University of Washington and regularly attends and participates in professional seminars and continues to develop professionally as an advocate of progress and a better future. Mike recently participated in the Kelso-Longview HOME Consortium updating of its Consolidated Plan where he gave input on Housing, Homeless, and Poverty issues during a series of focus groups. He has also completed numerous grassroots campaign and leadership seminars. Mike owns investment property in Longview and is a regular advocate before the Longview City Council. Mike has a passion for his community and the quality of life of its residents, which heavily influences his professional and personal activities. Mike pro-actively serves to help people realize their American dream. Mike is a member of the Board of Directors of the Cowlitz County Association of Realtors. In addition, Mike seeks out opportunities to serve and affiliate with groups of similar interests including the Lower Columbia Contractor’s Association, Kelso/Longview Chamber of Commerce, and the Washington Farm Bureau. Mike serves. He is an active member of the Longview-Kelso Early Bird Lions Club, of which he was recently elected President, Mike has been responsible for program speakers and had served as a Vice President. Mike has volunteered as a CASA with Cowlitz County CASA, and is currently a Board Member of the Ethnic Support Council serving businesses and their clients of limited English speaking skills. Mike is the past Chairman to the Southwest Regional Support Network Advisory Board (for mental health) and past Chairman of the Cowlitz County Substance Abuse Advisory Board. Mike served as a member of Longview’s Historic Preservation Commission for more than four years, and as a member of Longview’s Salary Commission for about two years. Mike was a property stakeholder member of Longview’s Highlands Neighborhood Revitalization Plan Steering Committee and he helped form the Highlands Neighborhood Association. In addition, Mike served on the Southwest Area Agency on Aging and Disability Advisory Council, an advisory council that serves seniors and adults with disabilities in Wahkiakum, Cowlitz, Clark, Skamania, and Klickitat counties for 2 years. With Mike Wallin the community comes first. Mike is a member of the Longview Eagles and enjoys playing Texas Hold’em poker there. Mike’s first campaign experience was the successful advocacy of Kelso School District’s $29.9 million repair and construction bond in 2001. Mike is a social and fiscal conservative. Mike values his family, is a firm believer of local governance, and is pro-life, pro-gun, and pro-business.

13. May LifePac post your returned survey on our website?  Surveys are posted only with your permission. 

YES

Please give your campaign web address if you have one.

www.Wallin4Council.com