It is clear that Erik Paulsen will NOT follow in the footsteps of Congressman Ramstad. Here’s why…

The people of the Third Congressional District have supported Congressman Ramstad because of his moderate positions on social issues. Do you really expect them to veer to the far-right now?

Erik Paulsen’s track record:

Accepted $107,000 from Corporate PACs, after previously proposing to ban PAC contributions.
http://query.nictusa.com/cgi-bin/can_give/H8MN03077

Supports “Drill Here, Drill Now” as part of his energy policy.

Voted NO to Minnesota’s participation in a regional greenhouse gas reduction program.
[1] The Midwest regional cap and trade program, House Journal p. 10554, 4/23/08

Voted NO to requiring that 20 percent of Minnesota’s energy be produced from renewable sources by 2020.
[2] House Journal p. 4202, 5/19/05

Voted NO to requiring that renewable energy make up a minimum share of the electricity sold by utilities.
[3] House Journal p. 4555, 5/14/01

Opposed equal rights for same sex partners

Opposed increasing the minimum wage

Supports making women who have abortions criminals

Voted for the largest cut in MN education funding EVER

Supports protecting tax cuts for the top 2% of income earners.

etc….

Seriously, which of these Erik Paulsen policies benefits middle class families? Even one?

Check the record. Check the facts.

Ashwin Madia has the courage to change.