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Mark Gosnell's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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Mark Gosnell has failed to provide voters with positions on key issues covered by the 2024 Political Courage Test, despite repeated requests from Vote Smart and voters like you.

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Issue Positions

For Presidential and Congressional candidates who refuse to provide voters with their positions, Vote Smart has researched their public records to determine their likely responses. These issue positions are from 2024.

  • "Now, the deficiencies in health care are shown to be even more obvious, I have refocused on creating universal health coverage while forwarding legislation to secure women's reproductive rights, and safeguard the critical health of our planet. " (electdrgosnell2024.com)
  • "Your Social Security is in trouble. In order to account for a shortfall expected by 2034 there needs to be a change either by reducing your benefits then, or increasing deposits now. The Democratic plan to increase wages eligible for FICA is only partly right. A hybrid to increase withholding but through privatization of the investment difference is more likely to gain bipartisan support. Let’s energize our district and pull together to solve these issues together. Mr Cummings can rest assured we will work together and improve our cities future. April 28th choose Dr Mark Gosnell." (www.facebook.com)
  • "Your Social Security is in trouble. There is a shortfall by 2034. The plan to increase wages eligible for FICA is only partly right. A hybrid to increase withholding, but privatization of the investment difference could gain bipartisan support .@mddems,@HoCoDemParty @baltimoresun" (x.com)
  • "Besides the usual collection of studies from the Journal of the American Medical Association, there is a review of waste within the medical delivery system. My plan won’t rely on raising taxes on the middle and lower class. @mddems @HoCoDemParty" (x.com)
  • "As tax season approaches I’d like to reflect on the whole concept of ‘trickle down economics’ Not borne out as a valid approach to inequality as referenced here. Era Dabla-Norris; Kalpana Kochhar; Nujin Suphaphiphat; Frantisek Ricka; Evridiki Tsounta (June 15, 2015). Causes and Consequences of Income Inequality : A Global Perspective. International Monetary Fund. Retrieved June 25, 2015. I don’t favor tax increases for the sake of bigger government but do favor spending reforms. The only Trickle down I see is the surplus of outdated weapons in the hands of third world countries that are used against America and its allies." (www.facebook.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "Mr.Colbert! I’m a doctor running for Congress in Baltimore. Would love some help from your super pac! I’m not a career politician with a war chest and there are good people in Baltimore working to rise up. Let’s talk about campaign finance and Baltimore’s struggle. @stephenathome" (x.com)
  • "Also great to see the participation from high school students pressing the issues of climate change and campaign financing. My campaign has taken no donations from special interests and my approach to climate change is focused on eliminating our reliance on fossil fuels." (www.facebook.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "We need improvements in infrastructure, we need solutions for plastic waste. I’m a strong advocate for our environment. This April 28th Democratic primary you have a choice. Choose Dr Mark Gosnell!" (www.facebook.com)
  • "Follow the money. This may not have your attention… but it should. As your representative I should be bringing the infrastructure $$ to rebuild our district and city. 🚢🏛🏠🦀" (www.facebook.com)
  • "I intend to write bills to lead this country forward, showing that Democrats can be fiscally responsible and leaders for the REAL American values of inclusion and compassion." (electdrgosnell2024.com)
  • "We need improvements in infrastructure, we need solutions for plastic waste. I’m a strong advocate for our environment. This April 28th Democratic primary you have a choice. Choose Dr Mark Gosnell! @mddems" (electgosnell.com)
  • "This is what we need to support as politicians in our city and county. However, Even with private investors there are many instances a representative with a plan can prioritize housing and wage gaps to start and turn around our district. 👍' (www.facebook.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "A core principle of my campaign focuses on action rather than reaction. For example, a cold day in Winter does not disprove climate change. We need forward thinking, realistic goals to prevent further damage to the environment." (www.facebook.com)
  • "Now, the deficiencies in health care are shown to be even more obvious, I have refocused on creating universal health coverage while forwarding legislation to secure women's reproductive rights, and safeguard the critical health of our planet. " (electdrgosnell2024.com)
  • "Also great to see the participation from high school students pressing the issues of climate change and campaign financing. My campaign has taken no donations from special interests and my approach to climate change is focused on eliminating our reliance on fossil fuels." (www.facebook.com)
  • "Now, the deficiencies in health care are shown to be even more obvious, I have refocused on creating universal health coverage while forwarding legislation to secure women's reproductive rights, and safeguard the critical health of our planet. " (electdrgosnell2024.com)
  • "I’ve never bought the rhetoric that the second amendment allows military style assault weapons. Pretty tired of the narrative from the paranoid right. We have to act, not just react to this never ending epidemic of gun violence." (www.facebook.com)
  • "Ban Assault Rifles Now" (www.facebook.com)
  • "If you want your congressman to look past these pathetic attempts to derail an agenda focused on health care, gun control and crime/drug addiction, then vote for Dr Mark Gosnell April 28th 2020." (www.facebook.com)
  • "It seems any attempt to talk about gun control ‘triggers’ some to label you against the second amendment. No backbone, no spine and no heart. It’s amazing some of those in Congress can stand up straight." (www.facebook.com)
  • "Senator Mitch McConnell promised bipartisan support to cover preexisting conditions with any new health care initiative that takes the place of the ACA. Trump has already tried to strike coverage of these conditions in a Texas district court. Do you trust these pathological liars? I am laser focused on fighting for your healthcare in 2020 and beyond. Our representative Elijah Cummings has done his part, now I’m running to ensure we move forward not backward. Please donate and vote April 28th 2020 for MD 7th district primary!" (www.facebook.com)
  • "Are you kidding? The ACA can include better drug coverage and better prices from these companies. Let me leverage my experience in healthcare to make it more affordable. Don’t elect the name, elect the plan!" (x.com)
  • "Now, the deficiencies in health care are shown to be even more obvious, I have refocused on creating universal health coverage while forwarding legislation to secure women's reproductive rights, and safeguard the critical health of our planet. " (electdrgosnell2024.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "This bill incorporates some of my platform but I’d suggest some edits. This places the secretary of HHS in charge of the program. Who’s that? Mr Alex Azar, former drug company president and lobbyist." (x.com)
  • "A popular class of blood thinners can lead to excessive bleeding under the wrong circumstances. The antidote costs $50,000 and is unlikely to even be offered. Your health is important to me and I want to prioritize reforms in prescription drug costs." (x.com)
  • "And yet, even with our own Democratic drug bill, we are offering to pass on lower negotiated prescription prices to these same companies. We can do better as a party and a country! Don’t vote for the name, vote for the plan. Dr Mark Gosnell February 4th" (x.com)
  • "Are you kidding? The ACA can include better drug coverage and better prices from these companies. Let me leverage my experience in healthcare to make it more affordable. Don’t elect the name, elect the plan!" (x.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "My stance is not always to play armchair quarterback when decisions are made about national security. Especially when not provided the intelligence... but.... as with the Obama administration, drone strikes have become a frequent weapon for the executive branch. As your representative, I would want better delineation on the standards met to authorize such an attack and be informed of the collateral consequences. February 4th. Vote for Dr Gosnell for new leadership and a plan that works." (www.facebook.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

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