John Kasich on Budget & Economy

Former Republican Representative (OH-12); 2000 candidate for President

Against ethanol subsidies, and all subsidies

Kasich opposes federal subsidies for ethanol, a corn derivative added to gasoline. Ethanol is especially important to Iowans, who see it as a way to expand demand for corn. “I’m not against ethanol, but I’m not for any subsidies,” Kasich said, adding that he’s against similar benefits for sugar and peanuts. Kasich’s candor was appreciated [by an Iowa gathering], although his stance was not. “They tell me that’s going to kill me in Iowa, but I’m not changing my position to get votes,” he said. Source: Associated Press, “Strong Positions in Iowa”, 4/26/99 Apr 26, 1999

Supports balanced budget amendment & line item veto.

Kasich signed the Contract with America:

[As part of the Contract with America, within 100 days we pledge to bring to the House Floor the following bill]:

The Fiscal Responsibility Act:
A balanced budget/tax limitation amendment and a legislative line-item veto to restore fiscal responsibility to an out-of-control Congress, requiring them to live under the same budget constraints as families and businesses.

Source: Contract with America 93-CWA3 on Sep 27, 1994

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