GOP candidates press on in Iowa caucus push on regulation
In the Iowa caucus race the GOP contenders vow major deregulation. Bachmann seeks repeal of health care reform and Dodd-Frank rules. Gingrich targets Dodd-Frank and 2002 accounting regs. Paul aims to cut most federal rules. Perry calls for a regulatory moratorium and sunset policy. Romney wants fewer rules and faster drilling permits. Santorum backs repeal of Dodd-Frank and 2002 accounting regs.
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Tax plans spread across GOP contenders
The piece compares Mitt Romney with Herman Cain and outlines each candidate’s tax proposals. Michele Bachmann Newt Gingrich Ron Paul Rick Perry Romney Rick Santorum and others pursue varied paths from flat taxes to reforming corporate rates.
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GOP contenders push immigration, energy to spur Iowa jobs
The candidates cite immigration enforcement, expanded energy supply and domestic production as paths to job growth. Bachmann backs stimulus support and immigration enforcement, Gingrich seeks Fed reform, Romney favors energy expansion, and Santorum urges tax cuts for manufacturers and reduced regulation.
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Republican candidates push major spending cuts and currency reform
Ron Paul calls for a gold standard and abolishing the Fed while cutting the federal budget by over 1 trillion dollars in one year. Bachmann supports cutting spending and phasing out Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Perry targets caps on federal spending and a balanced budget amendment. Romney favors unemployment savings accounts to replace jobless benefits. Santorum backs a balanced budget amendment and reduced federal spending.
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