Meet the candidates: Lambton-Kent-Middlesex – Bill McMaster

Bill McMaster, Family Coalition
Hometown: Bothwell
Occupation: Self Employed Mechanic
Political experience: Limited
Community involvement: Fire department, minor hockey in the past

What is the best way to stimulate the economy in your riding?
Cut taxes.

What is the biggest environmental issue facing your riding and what can be done to solve it?
Dumps.

What is your solution for Ontario’s energy needs?
We need wind power and to convert the coal plant.

Should we favour consumption taxes over income and corporate taxes?
I agree on cutting taxes. We already have high consumption taxes called GST and PST, more would hurt purchasing power.

Do you think the minimum wage should be raised to $10 per hour?
No.

Do you support public funding for all faith-based schools?
Provided that faith schools not be required to teach sex education as is taught in the public school system.

Which electoral system will you be voting for: MMP or first past the post?
Unsure as of yet.