Occupation: Database Consultant; Database Certification Instructor.

Occupational Background: Internet research & development, 1971-1977; Director of Computing, University of Chicago Graduate School of Business, 1985-1995; Manager of Software Development, Analytical Computer Services; Instructor, Portland Community College, 1999 - present; Independent Computer Contractor, 2004 - present.

Educational Background: St. John's College, BA; University of Chicago MBA program.

Prior Governmental Experience: Chairman, Massachusetts Libertarian Party, 1974 - 1977; Candidate for Oregon State House, 2004.

As Oregon's government grows ever larger and more intrusive, the freedoms of Oregon's citizens are ever more diminished. Although my Democrat opponent is an honorable man with a distinguished record of public service, he is an advocate for larger government, higher taxes and an oppressive business climate. The proper role of government is to protect its citizens from force and fraud, not to regulate their personal and economic lives.

Fund essential services first: Fire, police, courts and other agencies of our justice system should be fully funded. Criminals should not be set free because courts and jails are underfunded. State Police budget must be fully restored.

School Funding: As parents, we place the well-being of our children above all else, therefore, school funding should take priority over everything except essential services.

Term Limits: Too many politicians hold office far too long, building cozy relationships with corporations and lobbyists. Vote to reinstate term limits: Yes on Measure 45.

Your Home: No level of government should ever be allowed to seize your home or property for the benefit of a private developer. Eminent domain should be used only for essential public services. Yes on Measure 39.

Growth of Government: State spending that grows faster than Oregon's population and the rate of inflation will impoverish us all. Limit state spending by voting Yes on Measure 48.

(This information furnished by David Long.)