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General: (political statement of goals, objectives, views, philosophies) |
As a life-long Republican, I was ecstatic in 2004 when 60-million "values" voters turned-out to add to conservative majorities in state and federal government. Conversely, I was disillusioned in 2005 with the continued obstruction over border and port security, out of control federal spending, and the Senate filibuster of conservative judicial nominees. Clearly, placing our trust in "career" politicians, to deliver on the conservative mandate, has been in vain.
That's when I decided to run for the U.S. Senate (as an independent), to unseat a liberal incumbent who faced little threat from the Republican front-runner. As a reformer, I'll ensure greater accountability from career politicos who put their own reelection bids ahead of principle. Research confirms that "careerism" in Washington -- the overriding concern with staying in the game of politics rather than serving the people -- is at the root of everything from budget deficits, to legislative obstruction, to the unparalleled levels of corruption.
Partisanship in Congress is why elected representatives are quickly seduced into becoming "career" politicians who won't push for change. Unfortunately the two-party system compromises even the most reform-minded public servants with promises of power and influence, as evidenced by $47-billion in "pork-barrel" projects annually, which divert our tax dollars and deepen our debt. By refusing to accept special interest funding and pledging to serve only a single term, I'm free to act in your best interests by objectively focusing on the difficult choices confronting the nation.
Again, this campaign is about reforming the political process, either through attaining higher-office or raising awareness to the point that we influence political outcomes. While the media usually focuses on major-party candidates, history offers compelling evidence (from Teddy Roosevelt to Ross Perot) that third-party candidates can influence election results by bringing issues to the public agenda that the two-party system otherwise prefers to avoid, namely:
1) The Security of the Free World - Engaged in a two-front war on terror and facing emerging nuclear threats, America must speak with one voice on U.S. foreign policy.
2) The Solvency of the Nation - Facing $46-trillion in unfunded entitlements, immediate bipartisan action is needed for fiscal restraint on out of control federal spending.
3) The Sanctity of Life - Given the "brave new world" of biological breakthroughs unbridled by bio-ethics, the federal government must protect life from womb to the tomb.
Only a small percentage of non-partisan public servants need to be elected to hold our two-party system accountable. That's why I'm asking you to send Congress a message this year by voting for principle reform over party affiliation, by adopting a new process versus just another "career" politician. Given the perils that threaten the American experiment, how can we do anything less?
With your support, I believe we can summon the resources necessary to complete America's mandate for change.
May God continue to bless these United States,
Roy J. Tanner
U.S. Senate Candidate (FL) |
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Personal: (Gender, age, marital status, spouse's name and age, children's name and
ages, home town, current residence) |
Gender: Male
Family: Wife: Wendy
2 Children: Jackie, & Erika (step-daughter)
Birth date: 08/26/1956
Birth Place: South Bend, IN
Home City: Oviedo, FL |
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Education: (times and places of schools, colleges, major, degrees, activities, sports) |
BS, University of Central FL, 2006
AS/AA, Valencia College, 1982 |
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Profession: (profession and work experience outside politics) |
CEO, ResourceLink Technology, 2001
SAE, Lockheed Martin, 1996-2001
Region Sales Manager, CTG, 1995-1996
Business Development Manager, CPI, 1993-1995
Corporate Account Manager, ICC, 1991-1993
Senior Account Manager, AT&T, 1989-1991
Region Manager, ACC, 1987-1989
Region Manager, AGC, 1985-1987
Region Manager, TSC, 1983-1985 |
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Military: (branch, years of service, active duty experience, highest rank, medals,
honors, discharge date and type) |
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No Military Service |
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Civic: (past and present organizations, charities involvement) |
Family Research Council
FL Family Policy Council
American Enterprise Institute
Republican National Committee
National Association of Evangelicals
Orlando Chamber of Commerce
Small Business Administration
Center for Reclaiming America
Christian Coalition of America
International Round Table |
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Political: (dates and titles of previously held political offices) |
National Chairman, American Citizen Alliance, 2005
Founder, Regent Forum, 2004-2005
Team Leader, GOP, 2004-2005
Bush-Cheney Campaign, 2004 |
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Religion: (current and past religious affiliations, beliefs) |
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Evangelical Christian |
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Accomplishments: (significant accomplishments, awards, achievements) |
In the public sector, Roy J. Tanner is a candidate for the U.S. Senate in 2006, as well as the National Chairman for American Citizen Alliance, a conservative advocacy group. In the private sector, he is the CEO of ResourceLink Technology, Inc., where he manages channel partners and business development executives with core competencies in software development, information security and program management process maturity. His career has been devoted to promoting services and solutions that foster cultures of excellence and greater productivity.
For additional information see:
http://creditsofroyjtanner.blogspot.com/ |