John Adler (Candidate)
14 Knightswood Dr.
Marlton, NJ 8053
Biography
ADLER, John earned his J.D. from Harvard Law School; he joined the Cherry Hill Town Council in 1987; he won a seat on the New Jersey State Senate in 1991; he got his Smoke-Free Air Act passed in January 2006; he is the Chairman of New Jersey's Senate Judiciary Committee.
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Political Positions
Climate Change
According to his website John Adler vows to "continue to work with communities locally, statewide, nationally, and globally to deal with the challenges of global warming, and make protecting our environment a top priority."
As a part of the New Jersey State Senate, Adler was a co-sponsor of the Global Warming Response Act.
Education
Adler has promised to help pass the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act (HR.5740 and S.22). This bill would expand educational benefits for returning service man and women.
Senator James Webb (D-VA) proposed the Senate bill (S.22), while Representative Harry Mitchell sponsored the House bill (HR.5740).
Energy
In a recent press release, Adler outlined his plans for lowering gas prices, and creating new jobs and businesses. In congress, he would invest in renewable energy sources to reduce dependence on foreign oil, set renewable electricity standard, provide tax incentives for energy efficient buildings and appliances, set mileage standards for cars to 40 mpg, and set up Carbon Neutral federal offices.
Mr. Adler wants to reduce dependence on foreign oil. He has said he would work on a bipartisan level to tackle the issues facing energy independence.
According to his website, Adler said "At a time when families are struggling to pay the cost of gas at the pump, it's important for us to invest in renewable sources of energy to wean our country off its dependence on foreign oil."
Environment
On Earth Day, Adler spoke about preserving our drinking water, streams, and beaches. He declared "We need to make every day Earth Day."
Adler was also a sponsor of New Jersey's Clean Car Bill.
Health
- According to his website, funding the Department of Veterans Affairs Budget is at the top of his agenda in Congress. He feels it imperative to provide veterans with necessary health care, pension, compensation and education.
According to his website, John Adler wants full government funding for medical care for military veterans.
Innovation
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Research and Research Management
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