Carol Miller (Candidate)
(505) 670-0001
HCR 65 Box 98
Ojo Sarco, NM 87521
HCR 65 Box 98
Ojo Sarco, NM 87521
Biography
MILLER, Carol. BA, Wheaton College; MA, Public Health, UC-Berkeley; Certificate in Bioethics, Georgetown University; Education and Anthropology, University of New Mexico. Presidential Appointee, US Public Health Service, Reagan Administration; White House Health Care Task Force, 1993. Former Commissioner, New Mexico Commission on Higher Education. Founder, National Center for Frontier Communities; consultant, National Rural Health Association and National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health; founding member, Picuris-Penasco Community Coalition.
CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE
Compare Innovation & the Elections 2008 responses for NM-3.
SEA and eighteen other science organizations have come together to ask the 2008 congressional candidates seven questions on science and technology policy. See what Carol Miller has said:
Innovation
Science and technology have been responsible for half of the growth of the American economy since World War II. But several recent reports question America’s continued leadership in these vital areas. What policies would you support to ensure that America remains the world leader in innovation?
Clearly the most pressing need for innovation in science and technology is in the energy sector, which includes conservation, efficiency, alternative energy, battery technology, and distributed generation. Carol Miller supports continuation of research and development tax credits for businesses, as well as targeted grants to speed new energy and transportation technologies to the marketplace.
Carol believes that decisions on funding research must be based on merit, with no political intervention. Support for basic research is a crucial long-term investment
which will lead to the breakthroughs to a future that we cannot now even imagine.
Carol believes that decisions on funding research must be based on merit, with no political intervention. Support for basic research is a crucial long-term investment
which will lead to the breakthroughs to a future that we cannot now even imagine.
Climate Change
The Earth’s climate is changing and there is concern about the potentially adverse effects of these changes on life on the planet. What is your position on the following measures that have been proposed to address global climate change—a cap-and-trade system, a carbon tax, increased fuel-economy standards, and research? Are there other policies you would support?
Climate change is real, and will not be reversed without quick action. A significant carbon tax would reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, but must be planned to limit negative impacts on he economy. Cap and Trade systems may not actually reduce GHG emissions significantly, but could be used for up to ten years as a transition tool to increase renewable energy. Increased fuel economy standards must be implemented immediately. The most cost effective, and quickest step to reduce GHG is conservation. This will require lifestyle changes for many people. Other steps, such as utility company renewable energy portfolios, tax credits and eliminating subsidies for mature fossil fuel and nuclear energy should pay for subsidies for wind, solar and other renewable installations. Mandate net metering for all utilities; develop medium-size distributed generation projects for wind and solar; increase support for Municipal and County-owned utilities to take advantage of renewable distributed generation in small towns and villages. Use public resources to stimulate innovation and production of solar electricity by installing solar panels on all federal, state, county and local government buildings.
Energy
Many scientists and policymakers say energy security and sustainability are major problems facing the United States this century. What policies would you support to meet the demand for energy while ensuring an economically and environmentally sustainable future?
The world is on the edge of a paradigm shift from fossil to renewable energy. We must embrace this opportunity for the country, and its scientists and engineers.
The key to implementing energy solutions that will be economically and environmentally sustainable is to make sure scientists and engineers are involved in the policy debate. We cannot legislate away the laws of thermodynamics or physics. Short-term price increases will hit low and middle-income families the hardest, and public programs should assure their ability to make the necessary transitions. In the long-term, the best remedy is jobs in the sustainable energy economy, research, and manufacturing, installing, and maintaining the assets of a renewable energy economy.
The key to implementing energy solutions that will be economically and environmentally sustainable is to make sure scientists and engineers are involved in the policy debate. We cannot legislate away the laws of thermodynamics or physics. Short-term price increases will hit low and middle-income families the hardest, and public programs should assure their ability to make the necessary transitions. In the long-term, the best remedy is jobs in the sustainable energy economy, research, and manufacturing, installing, and maintaining the assets of a renewable energy economy.
Education
A comparison of 15-year-olds in 30 wealthy nations found that average science scores among U.S. students ranked 17th, while average U.S. math scores ranked 24th. What role do you think the federal government should play in preparing K-12 students for the science and technology driven 21st Century?
Education is a local responsibility and not significantly funded by federal dollars. We need to support innovative teachers and programs in math and science, but first we must address the dropout problem throughout the country. A pool of students reduced by, in some areas, almost 50% is a recipe for disaster. If we can’t keep children in school long enough for them to be excited by a great teacher, or engaging subject, they are lost in many cases forever.
Water
Thirty-nine states expect some level of water shortage over the next decade, and scientific studies suggest that a majority of our water resources are at risk. What policies would you support to meet demand for water resources?
The world’s most valuable natural resource is water. We must protect surface and ground water from pollution. Strong state and federal environmental protection agencies, with strong laws as tools, are the best way to protect our water. Conservation and reuse must be mandatory. Everything from rainwater catchments, drought-tolerant landscaping, efficient watering systems, and low-flow fixtures will help maintain water supplies. Investments must be mad in the re-engineering of resource extraction and manufacturing to reduce and reuse water. Finally, and probably the most difficult, is finding a balance between the competing demands of urban and suburban development and agricultural uses that are vital to us all.
Research
For many years, Congress has recognized the importance of science and engineering research to realizing our national goals. Given that the next Congress will likely face spending constraints, what priority would you give to investment in basic research in upcoming budgets?
No response to this question has been provided.
Health
Americans are increasingly concerned with the cost, quality, and availability of health care. How do you see science, research, and technology contributing to improved health and quality of life?
No response to this question has been provided.
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