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Gene Siadek

Age: 56

Occupation: Director of water distribution, Metropolitan Utilities District

Political party: Libertarian

Address: 2320 S. 118th Court, Omaha

Website: None

Siadek says he is a founding member of the Libertarian Party in Nebraska, beginning in 2009. Now, he says, there are 15,000 registered Libertarians in Nebraska. 

What are your legislative priorities?

Nothing specific at this time. Support/cosponsor any bill that limits the size and scope of government. Examples would be limits or abolishment of Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, limits on the prosecution of war, voting against the extension of debt.

What should Congress do to help combat and contain the coronavirus?

Lead and promote optimism. Reduce the regulatory burdens placed on the free-enterprise system that greatly hinders the development of services, equipment, facilities and drugs which would help combat this virus and other diseases. Remove price controls which do nothing but lead to shortages.

What Nebraska projects, if any, would you propose?

No specific projects. I will work to remove tariffs which have brought great harm to the state. I would be very protective on Nebraska’s interest in all legislation.

Do you believe in climate change; if so, what should Congress do to combat or contain it?

Yes. Nothing.

Would you support a major infrastructure modernization program? If so, what should it look like?

Most infrastructure projects should be planned and paid for at the state and local level so not a lot of support for the overall program. However, if such a program developed, I would fight for Nebraska’s share.

Do you believe President Trump has earned a second term? Why or why not?

I will vote for the Libertarian candidate. Trump has greatly expanded the size and scope of government. The Trump tariffs have done great harm to the Nebraska economy. I do like Trump’s rhetoric about ending wars and reduced bureaucracy but not much followthrough on these items. The apparent Democratic candidate does not seem capable.

Should the Senate filibuster rule be amended? Why or why not?

Yes. The rule simply protects senators from making difficult votes. The rule appears to have done nothing to prevent the massive growth of the federal government.

 

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