In the 3rd District of Florida, Marihelen Wheeler, the Democratic candidate is the rival of the Republican candidate, Ted Yoho. It is noteworthy that the two candidates have similar views on some issues and, at the same time, hold different positions on certain problems persistent in society.
They both consider economic issues, illegal immigration, job creation, and veterans’ problems to be the areas of specific concern. At the same time, their views on certain areas are quite opposing which makes it clear that the winner will be the one who will address people’s expectations and will provide comprehensive solutions to the issues.
Admittedly, one of the most urging issues is the risk of a stagnating economy. Ted Yoho is a Republican who has a certain vision and is ready to come up with strategies to solve this problem. For instance, the candidate declares that the change of taxation and bringing more transparent rules to business would positively affect the US economy (“Ted Yoho: Ted’s current issues” par. 1). The strategy is also aimed at creating new jobs.
Wheeler does not focus on taxation, but she stresses that the change in immigration policy would have a positive impact on the development of the US economy (“What Immigrants Mean to Florida” par. 3). However, it is necessary to add that the candidate does not go into detail, and it is unclear what tools can be used to make this happen.
Another economic issue is the US national debt. The candidates also have different views on the national debt of the USA. Ted Yoho makes claims on the possibility of the debt default while Wheeler strongly disagrees with this position (Dahl par. 22). Clearly, the two candidates have quite different approaches to finding a solution to this issue when it comes to short-term benefits.
Again, Wheeler’s solution to this problem is rather obscure as the candidate does not give details and explanations on her position. Remarkably, the two candidates agree that national spending should be redeemed and Americans have to learn to live within their means.
When it comes to the military, both candidates have quite similar views. Yoho stresses that veterans do not obtain proper support from the government and promises to solve this issue (“Ted Yoho: Ted’s current issues” par. 5). Likewise, Wheeler stresses that the US military needs more funds. The two candidates stress that veterans need support when they are back home.
It is noteworthy that the two candidates do not highlight well-developed strategies they are going to employ to achieve this aim. At the same time, Yoho simply declares this necessity while Wheeler suggests certain steps to undertake.
For instance, the Democratic candidate stresses that it is the responsibility of Congress as well as all Americans to encourage veterans to obtain college education, and Wheeler also thinks that it is inappropriate to ask veterans (for instance, a combat medic) to repeat training “to be qualified for a civilian job” (“Keeping Our Commitment to Our Veterans” par. 4).
Wheeler also stresses that she will work on launching a reform of the VA system and she will try to reduce the time the military people are far from home. The candidate intends to develop programs to assist veterans to find civilian jobs more easily (“Keeping Our Commitment to Our Veterans” par. 4-5). Clearly, Wheeler has a certain vision on how to help veterans while Yoho simply states that it is necessary to assist these people.
As far as immigration issues are concerned, the two candidates have rather different views on the matter. Yoho claims that it is necessary to enhance laws and utilize advanced technology at the border to reduce illegal immigration (“Ted Yoho: Ted’s current issues” par. 7).
At the same time, Yoho claims that it is possible to provide legal immigrants with worker’s ID which will ensure their legal state in the country and they will also pay taxes which will be beneficial for the budget. In other words, Yoho strongly opposes the idea of legalization of immigrants as he sees a threat to the American population. As has been mentioned above, Wheeler claims that immigrants contribute greatly to the development of the US economy.
She stresses that legalization of immigrants would add more than a billion dollars to the gross state product and it could have “$21 billion induced economic impact” by 2030 (“What Immigrants Mean to Florida” par. 5). However, it is necessary to add that the candidate does not suggest a particular strategy to legalize immigrants.
Another issue the two candidates have different views on is the 2nd amendment. Ted Yoho supports the idea and stresses that it is one of the people’s Constitutional rights to protect themselves and their property (“Ted Yoho: Ted’s current issues” par. 9). However, Wheeler strongly opposes the idea as she sees a great threat to society and underlines that there have been numerous examples of these hazards (Dahl par. 23).
Wheeler criticizes Yoho’s position and Democrats note that he made his cynical statements even at the” anniversary of the Newtown shootings in Connecticut” (Dahl par. 23). Of course, the two candidates claim they would try to pursue their goals and convince people that their position on the matter is the right one.
Clearly, the two candidates have quite different views on major issues existing in American society. I would support the Democratic candidate as I find her position effective and I believe strategies suggested by Wheeler can help Americans solve various issues. I agree with Wheeler on all points. At the same time, I would like to note that in some areas (immigration, US economy) she does not suggest strategies which could be employed.
The candidate simply states that it is necessary to legalize immigrants but it is unclear how it can be done. Wheeler also stresses that veterans should obtain psychological, administrative and financial support but she does not mention tools to obtain funds to implement the strategy.
In conclusion, I would like to note that Yoho and Wheeler have quite opposing views on some of the most urgent issues existing in American society. I would support Wheeler, the Democratic candidate, as she tries to address the needs of people who constitute the American society. Unfortunately, the candidate does not provide answers to all questions.
Nonetheless, I believe that it is important to have people with such vision in Congress as they will raise questions and draw people’s attention to a variety of issues. I think the first step to solving a problem is outlining it and starting a debate. Therefore, I would choose Wheeler who would promote my ideas in Congress.
Works Cited
Dahl, Wills. The Baltimore Post-Examiner: Marihelen Wheeler takes the Fight to Ted Yoho. 2014. Web.
Keeping Our Commitment to Our Veterans. Web.
Ted Yoho: Ted’s Current Issues. Web.
What Immigrants Mean to Florida. Web.