Hoy en Delaware interviews Ruth Briggs King

We will continue to grow opportunities for start up and small businesses that will support our local economy. So, we will grow in population, in job opportunities, and in services that are offered in Sussex.



HD: You propose "to get back to the basics". What is the meaning of these words?

RB: Getting back to the basics means to focus on the basics of good government. Creating a climate that welcomes and supports local businesses, ensuring the State is responsible to the citizens and taxpayers by spending less not taxing more and by developing and ensuring that we make decisions in line with our State Constitution. We should reduce our spending, not increase our debt or taxes. We should ensure our budget process and our governing process is open to the citizens. These are the basics upon which our Country and our State was founded. Good government is responsive and responsible to its' citizens.



HD: The state of Delaware are facing many issues which will impact our future. One of them is implementing jobs. What iniciatives do you propone to encourage new businesses to locate in our area?

RB: Before we attract new business, we must focus on creating the support for our current businesses. It takes more time, effort, and money to create new business than to support and help businesses grow. We need a broad vision and a plan using our known resources to identify business opportunities. By creating a climate that will help identify business locations, identify financial resources, and avoid increased fees and taxes we can help business. By avoiding new taxes, more taxes as well as fees, we can let business and our taxpayers stimulate the economy.