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Republican
Candidate for Arizona Senate in Legislative District 11
Phone: (520) 429-8083
Email: almelvin3@gmail.com
Website: www.senatormelvin.com
Twitter: @SenatorMelvin
38665 S Sand Crest Dr, Tucson, AZ 85739.
Age: 67. (11/03/44).
Arizona since: 2002.
Occupation: Owner, American Quality International Consulting, since 2003; adjunct lecturer, UofA, University of Phoenix, Western International University, 2003-2008; ships officer, American Maritime Officers, 1999-2003; Captain, U.S. Navy (active duty), 1997-1999.
Marital: Married (Kou Marie).
Children: none.
Religious preference: Roman Catholic.
Education: Degree, U.S. Naval War College, Newport, RI, 2004; M.B.A., Thunderbird-American Graduate School of International Management, 1972; B.S., U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, NY, 1969.
Political experience: Republican candidate for Arizona Senate LD 26, 2006; Republican precinct committeeman since 2004.
Legis exp: Senate since 2009.
Memberships: Rotary, Elks Club, Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, Northern Pima County Chamber of Commerce, Marana Chamber of Commerce, Military Officers Assn of America, Naval League of the U.S., NRA, Reserve Officers Assn, Naval Reserve Assn, Nat’l Eagle Scout Assn.
Interests: Golf, hiking, hunting.
Political influence: My political development has been based on Presidents Abraham Lincoln and Ronald Reagan because they are perfect examples of leadership, vision and integrity, which I endeavor to bring to the Arizona Senate. Using their example, there is nothing that we cannot accomplish as a state. I believe that, without a doubt, Arizona can become the most prosperous and successful state in the nation.
Job creation measures: Tried and true conservative Republican principles encourage private sector job creation in Arizona and these are smaller government, lower taxes and less regulation. Total transparency in these fundamental areas is critical. This concept, to date, has put Arizona in the top 10 states regarding pro business atmosphere, best for business start-ups and job creation. A balanced state budget is absolutely required for job growth.
Top Issues: I strongly believe that we must work with other western mountain states to convert federal land to private land as soon as possible as per my SB 1332, which the governor recently vetoed. Conversion to private land will bring in more money for education and rejuvenate jobs in the lumber, mining and cattle industries. It will also help control forest fires and secure the border. Next, we need to invite out of state companies to move here.
Prop 100 sales tax extension: I strongly oppose extending the temporary sales tax increase when it expires in 2013. The last thing we should do is to raise any taxes during a period of economic recovery. Raising taxes is the wrong thing to do.
Illegal immigration: Illegal aliens cost the citizens of Arizona over $1 billion a year in costs related to education, medication and incarceration. We need to complete the border fence. Please refer to www.buildthebordefence.com and www.azleg.gov/jbsac. We must secure our border because of the extreme violence south of the border and the potential overflow into Arizona. Good jobs in Mexico would be the true solution to border security.
Background & experience: I am a teacher, businessman and a 30 year veteran of the U.S. Naval Reserve. I have a B.S. degree from the U.S. Merchant Academy at Kings Point, NY, a M.B.A. from Thunderbird in Glendale, AZ, and I am a graduate of the U.S. Naval War College, Newport, RI. I have had a 40 year career in international trade and transportation. I am a Captain, U.S.N.R. (Ret). Please see www.senatormelvin.com.
Pro-life / pro-choice: I am pro-life.
One last thing: I am a Christian. I strongly believe in serving a cause greater than oneself. I have done this throughout my life as an Eagle Scout, U.S. Naval Officer and Arizona State Senator. Please refer to my resume at www.senatormelvin.com. I believe that we can provide Arizona with plentiful, reliable and affordable electricity through nuclear energy, water through desalination and transportation. We need maximum parental school choice.
Campaign finance: private.
