The Senate race in Michigan is still close. Here at CV, our team has been watching Terri Lynn Land and Gary Peters so we can offer Catholic voters in Michigan a recommendation.
Many issues are at stake in this election, and the Michigan race is crucial to get our country back on track. This flyer outlines where the candidates stand on issues of importance for Catholics.
After reviewing their positions, we believe that Terri Lynn Land is the right choice for U.S. Senate.
Gary Peters has consistently fought for a culture of death in Michigan through his work as a Congressman in the House of Representatives. He has actively opposed protecting the religious freedom of Catholics and he supports the taxpayer funding of abortion.
In addition to showing where the candidates stand on issues like abortion, which is an intrinsic evil that must always be opposed, we have also included other important topics for consideration. The Church provides frameworks for issues like healthcare and education, but Catholics are free to disagree on the specifics of how best to approach these issues.
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LIFE:
Terri Lynn Land is pro-life and endorsed by Right to Life of Michigan Political Action Committee. Source: RTL of Michigan
Gary Peters is pro-abortion and endorsed by NARAL Pro-Choice American Voter Guide. Source: Pro-Choice America
MARRIAGE:
Terri Lynn Land believes that marriage is a union between one man and one woman. Source: Michigan Live
Gary Peters petitioned the Supreme Court to over turn the Defense of Marriage Act. He supports the redefinition of marriage. Source: Peters for Senate campaign website
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY:
Terri Lynn Land has expressed her desire to repeal and replace Obamacare, including the requirement that individuals of faith violate their consciences. Source: Land for Senate campaign website
Gary Peters introduced legislation into the House of Representatives to oppose the Supreme Court Hobby Lobby decision. By doing so, he opposes religious liberty and the rights of conscience. Source: Congressman Gary Peters House of Representatives website
HEALTH CARE:
Terri Lynn Land opposes Obamacare and has promised to repeal and replace it. Source: Land for Senate campaign website
Gary Peters supports Obamacare. He “believes The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act takes important steps to make sure that health care is more affordable and accessible and insurance companies can no longer deny you coverage or hike rates if you have a pre-existing condition or get sick.” Source: Peters for Senate campaign website
EDUCATION:
Terri Lynn Land want to find local educational solutions that help grow the Michigan economy. Source: Land for Senate campaign website
Peters voted against the Scholarships for Opportunity and Results Act in the House of Representatives. Source: Congressional voting records