Evan Smith: Baker, Chase on choosing a legislator

By Evan Smith

ShorelineAreaNews Politics Writer

I’ve asked candidates to tell what qualities voters should look for in choosing legislators.

Here are answers from the candidates for 32nd District Senate, Republican David Baker and Democrat Maralyn Chase.

Baker:

“Citizens are suffering through unemployment, business failures, reduction in savings and home foreclosures. Meanwhile, government spending is unsustainable — and more than ever, government is arrogant, intrusive and out of touch. Legislators must be respectful of, and accountable to, the people. The people of the 32nd LD deserve legislators who prioritize job creation, economic growth and fiscal discipline. Budgetary skills, business experience and a proven record of accountability are crucial.”

Chase:

“A legislator should solve economic challenges with solutions bringing broad-based prosperity, stability and security that includes the middle class through job creation, small business development and public education.

“A legislator should value the American principles of fairness and opportunity, government that works for everyone and a tax system that is just and equitable, in which everyone pays their fair share. Legislators should support responsible fiscal policies and accountable, transparent government.”