George Morovich (Candidate)
979-247-4812
P.O. Box 427
La Grange, TX 78945
P.O. Box 427
La Grange, TX 78945
Biography
MOROVICH, George L.; born in Galveston, TX; graduated from Klein High School in 1974; graduated from Sam Houston State University in 1978 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Geography; Project Director of a research grant from the National Science Foundation for a project using biomass to clean waste water and produce feed fertilizer and energy.
CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE
Compare Innovation & the Elections 2008 responses for TX-25.
SEA and eighteen other science organizations have come together to ask the 2008 congressional candidates seven questions on science and technology policy. See what George Morovich 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?
We must focus on supporting research and development programs which will produce results for the future, while avoiding the expense of obsolete and special interest programs.
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?
The global warming excitement is a fraud. Geologic history documents the earths climate has always changed throughout time, beyond the 150 years where we have been keeping modern records.
Over the past 2,000 years sea levels have risen and fallen dramatically, with little influence from man. A single volcano can have more impact on our climate than human activity.
A few thousand years earlier Chicago was covered by 1,000m of ice and glacial ice formed Long Island. Has the earth warmed from this "ice age", YES. Is the earth as warm as it was prior to the ice age, NO. Is it possible for the USA to change the direction of climate for the Earth, NO.
Of course we must minimize our impact on the Earth, but I am much more concerned with toxins released to our environment, as opposed to the harmless greenhouse gases. The USA is the leader in the world for controlling emissions and we must continue to be this good example, and we should not send our industries to countries that lack our level of controls.
Over the past 2,000 years sea levels have risen and fallen dramatically, with little influence from man. A single volcano can have more impact on our climate than human activity.
A few thousand years earlier Chicago was covered by 1,000m of ice and glacial ice formed Long Island. Has the earth warmed from this "ice age", YES. Is the earth as warm as it was prior to the ice age, NO. Is it possible for the USA to change the direction of climate for the Earth, NO.
Of course we must minimize our impact on the Earth, but I am much more concerned with toxins released to our environment, as opposed to the harmless greenhouse gases. The USA is the leader in the world for controlling emissions and we must continue to be this good example, and we should not send our industries to countries that lack our level of controls.
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?
We currently do and must use fossil fuels and I object to the current policies blocking energy exploration and development, but I do support use of alternative energy and conservation where possible and do this myself.
I believe biomass production will be an important technology to develop for food and energy.
Economics will dictate viability, as alternatives do currently exist. The key is to find applications where these marginally economic alternatives can be deployed, such as in a manner to achieve benefit from multiple sources (biomass providing water purification, carbon absorption, food and energy - example).
I believe biomass production will be an important technology to develop for food and energy.
Economics will dictate viability, as alternatives do currently exist. The key is to find applications where these marginally economic alternatives can be deployed, such as in a manner to achieve benefit from multiple sources (biomass providing water purification, carbon absorption, food and energy - example).
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?
From my perspective much of the problem with local education is from the Federal Government taking a role. Education is the role of the family and community, so we must allow local communities to operate schools without external involvement. I know grants for research are very productive at the University level.
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?
Water shortage is another fraud I see from entities who seek to influence policy and control this important resource. As a ranch owner in a relatively dry area, I know that collection, treatment and conservation are important, but of course urban environments do little in these areas and the resource is often wasted. I do see increased use of run-off impoundments and treatment of urban run-off, and these are positive actions. Again, these are local decisions and not for dictates by Federal Government.
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?
Personally, as an undergraduate recipient of a research grant from the National Science Foundation, I found this to be very inspiring and beneficial throughout my career. When properly administered support of multidisciplinary research at the University level is important to develop cooperation and innovation needed for our business environment.
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?
We have developed much in this field over the past 50 years and will continue to do so. I see health related research as primarily the role of private enterprise and this should be rewarded by tax incentives at the local and state level (not the US Government). The 'cost' of health care is primarily a problem originating from the insurance companies and Federal programs. It is my opinion that raising health care costs is of benefit to health insurance companies (creating dependence) and several doctors tell me they would prefer our paying for basic health care directly while saving insurance for only those major events we cannot afford. They tell me costs would be lower for basic care if we did this (eliminating the waste of reporting and record keeping that serves no benefit to the patient).
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