Patrick McHenry

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McHenry was born in Charlotte, North Carolina. He attended North Carolina State University but earned his B.A. from Belmont Abbey College in 1999.[1]

After earning his degree, McHenry worked as a realtor until he was appointed as Special Assistant to the U.S. Secretary of Labor by President George W. Bush in 2001. He also served as a member of the North Carolina House of Representatives from 2002 to 2004.[1]

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The following issues were listed on McHenry's campaign website. For a full list of campaign themes, click here.

Israel And The Middle East: Patrick has long been a strong supporter of our sacred ally, Israel. He understands maintaining the partnership we have with Israel promotes peace in the Middle East and protects the national security of both nations. Patrick opposed the disastrous deal with Iran last summer and voted to prevent President Obama from lifting any sanctions on the

Jobs And The Economy: Times are tough for the middle class. Unemployment is still too high, especially for those without a college degree. And for those who have jobs, wages aren’t increasing. High taxes, high-energy prices, and the high cost of goods are squeezing workers. Patrick was one of the primary authors of the JOBS Act, bipartisan legislation signed

Health Care: Patrick has been fighting against Obamacare since the minute it was passed in a late-night session on a party-line vote. He has repeatedly voted to repeal or defund the law. In several cases, Patrick and House Republicans have been successful in dismantling or delaying parts of Obamacare, including repealing the requirement that small business owners

Welfare Reform: One of the lingering tragedies of the Great Recession is the number of people who rely on government assistance for basic needs on a long-term basis. While we need to have a temporary safety net for those in times of trouble, we want to take care that the safety net doesn’t become a dependency trap.

Financial Services: As the Chairman of House Financial Services Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, Patrick is on the front lines of discussions about government regulations, bailouts, and the availability of credit for small businesses. He has opposed every bailout since he came to Congress – that includes the bailout for big banks (TARP), the bailout for bankrupt[209]

—Patrick McHenry's campaign website, http://mchenryforcongress.com/patrick-on-the-issues/

McHenry's campaign website listed the following issues:[210]

Crime, Drug Policy and the Courts

Excerpt: "Congressman McHenry is vice-chairman of the Government Reform Subcommittee on Criminal Justice and Drug Policy. One of his first efforts as a Congressman was to organize a conference with sheriffs and other law enforcement personnel from every county in the Tenth District, along with federal Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) agents and State Bureau of Investigation..."

Education and School Choice

Excerpt: "Now more than ever, education is vital to success in life. As our economy changes, we must provide the training necessary to prepare future generations for new technologies and developing industries. The federal government can play a role in education, but schools should be controlled to the greatest degree possible at the local level."

Environmental Policy

Excerpt: "As an avid sportsman, Congressman McHenry appreciates the natural beauty present in the United States; and North Carolina’s Tenth District contains some of America’s most breathtaking scenery. It is important to provide adequate protections to our natural treasures for future generations. Congressman McHenry supports President Bush’s Clear Skies Initiative."

Federal Budget and Government Efficiency

Excerpt: "The federal government now spends $20,000 per household. In constant dollars, that is the most America has spent since fighting a two front war in World War II. Spending that does not include Social Security and Medicare has jumped 39 percent in just three years."

Gas Prices and Energy Policy

Excerpt: "The United States needs a comprehensive energy policy that focuses on supply, demand, capacity, and alternative sources. Over half of our oil consumption comes from imported sources. It is vital that we access domestic supplies to ensure adequate supply. That is why Congressman McHenry strongly supports developing the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska."