Candidates talk issues in 8th District race.(Neighbor)

0 Comments | Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL), October, 2006

Democrat Melissa Bean of Barrington is defending her 8th Congressional Dstrict office; while Republican challenger David McSweeney of Barrington Hills, and independent candidate Bill Scheurer, of Lindenhurst, are trying to unseat her. Q. Why are you running for this office? Is there a particular issue that motivates you and what will be your main priority in office? Melissa Bean: My top priorities in Congress are to restore fiscal responsibility, protect our families, promote economic growth and stand up for the moderate mainstream values of my constituents.

As a fiscal conservative, I've used my 20 years of business experience to bring a greater level of accountability and transparency to government. I have worked to reduce wasteful spending and restore...