About Kathy LandingWhile the Democrat leadership of Nancy Pelosi, Maxine Waters, Jerry Nadler, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez continue to put their hatred of President Trump before all else, Joe Cunningham offers stunts, not solutions for the problems we face. South Carolina’s Lowcountry deserves a Member of Congress with real experience in both the private and public sector. We deserve a Member of Congress with the life experiences of being a military wife and job-creating businesswoman, raising a family, and giving back to the community. We deserve a Member of Congress who offers solutions, positivity and light on the issues before us. I would be honored to be that strong, positive voice for you. I would be honored to serve as a guide in helping keep America great - building on the incredible recent economic successes led by President Trump, guide our government to fiscal responsibility, and ensuring America is a sanctuary for our American children, families and veterans. I humbly ask you to help me make South Carolina’s First Congressional District the light of hope to the rest of the nation. Kathy Landing for CongressKL4C_2dc6b6f2-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd612Kathy LandingConservative Republican Kathy Landing is a successful job-creating businesswoman, financial planner, community leader, public servant, military wife and proud mother with the education and experience to win back the First Congressional District for South Carolina conservatives and show the rest of the nation what South Carolina values truly mean.Fort BraggDespite facing significant obstacles in her early years, Kathy continues to be an example to all she meets of what a positive outlook on the present and optimistic hope for the future can accomplish. Having lost both of her parents by the age of 13, Kathy moved in with her brother, an Army chaplain at Fort Bragg. While her brother led services in the heart of the 82nd Airborne Division, Kathy assisted by playing the church organ.82nd Airborne DivisionDuke UniversityAt 16 years old, Kathy was enrolled at Duke University.Joe LandingFour years later, she graduated and became engaged to Joe Landing, a Naval ROTC student at Duke. In 1984 they married and moved to Charleston, where Joe was stationed as a United States Navy officer. It was then that Kathy took a risk and began building her business in the Lowcountry in the financial industry.Raymond James and AssociatesKathy has 34 years of disciplined financial planning experience, working to achieve investment objectives while minimizing risk. A Certified Financial Planner practitioner with a Master of Science in Financial Planning, Kathy serves as Senior Vice President of Investments for Raymond James and Associates and assists many Lowcountry families to identify and try to reach their financial goals.TaxpayersShe understands the importance of protecting the taxpayers' hard-earned money, and Who’s Who of International Business and Professional WomenKathy's efforts have earned her recognition as a Who’s Who of International Business and Professional Women.American MensaShe is also a member of American Mensa.Mount Pleasant Town CouncilElected to the Mount Pleasant Town Council in 2017, Kathy is the Chair of the Town's Economic Development Committee and also serves on the Finance Committee that has advanced balanced budgets with no tax increases year-after-year and has helped ensure the Town remains one of the most fiscally sound in the nation with a AAA bond rating.Charleston Metro Chamber of CommerceAs part of her strong commitment to economic development and supporting local job-creating businesses, Kathy serves on the Board of Directors of the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce and on the Board of the Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau.Charleston Convention and Visitors BureauMen & Women in UniformWith family who supported efforts for our nation’s freedom during the Revolutionary War, a grandfather who fought bravely during World War I in Europe, a mother who served honorably in the Women’s Army Corps during World War II, and a husband deployed to the Middle East and Persian Gulf for 15 of their first 24 months of marriage – Kathy has been greatly shaped by the sacrifice of our men and women in uniform for our freedoms. Kathy understands their sacrifice and continues to support efforts to help assist our nation’s veterans, active duty personnel and their families.Operation SmileArguably Kathy’s most impactful volunteer contributions to the community have been those for Operation Smile, an organization providing children in need with life-changing surgeries throughout the world. She has volunteered with the Carolinas Chapter for over 20 years, served on the Board for 19 years, and was Board Chair for eight years. She has spearheaded fundraising efforts and served as Community Advisor to the Wando High School Smiles Club, which was founded by Kathy’s daughter, Kristie.Crisis Pregnancy CentersKathy has also volunteered in support of crisis pregnancy centers which offered much needed assistance to young women upon news of a pregnancy, helping them throughout their term, and provided support after the child is born. Kathy doesn’t just say she is pro-life, she demonstrates her strong pro-life beliefs in action.South Carolina Society of Mayflower DescendantsKathy's philanthropic efforts also include serving as Education Chair and Treasurer of the South Carolina Society of Mayflower Descendants.Scottish Society of CharlestonShe is active in the Scottish Society of Charleston, which provides funds for both the Ronald McDonald House and the Charleston Seafarers, Junior League of Charlestonand is also a Sustaining Member of the Junior League of Charleston, having served on the Board as Treasurer during her Active years.Kristie LandingKathy and her husband are the proud parents of Kristie and Joseph, both of whom attended Cario Middle and Wando High School. Kristie is a Duke graduate and just finished her Master's Degree at Sotheby’s Institute of Art in London.Joseph LandingJoseph is a recent graduate of the University of Miami, where he double majored in Motion Picture Film Production and Media Management.Hibben United Methodist ChurchHaving celebrated their 35th anniversary in May, Joe and Kathy attend Hibben United Methodist Church, where Kathy serves as a volunteer substitute organist and was also an integral member of the church's finance committee._2dc6b81e-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd612To offer solutions, positivity and light on the issues before us. _2dc6b8d2-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd612Economy & Taxes_2dc6b940-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6121The Lowcountry is a prime example of how private sector growth creates jobs and delivers prosperity to South Carolinians. From our hospitality sector to manufacturing and the ports, our economy is outperforming the rest of the nation. Congress needs to continue this progress by making the Trump tax cuts permanent and looking at ways to continue to lower taxes for middle class Americans, empower the free market and private sector, protect against economic downturn, and fight the scourge of the old, dead ideology of socialism.Tax CutsMaking the Trump tax cuts permanent and looking at ways to continue to lower taxes for middle class Americans_2dc6b9c2-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6121.1EmpowermentEmpower the free market and private sector_2dc6ba30-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6121.2Economic StabilityProtect against economic downturn_2dc6ba94-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6121.3SocialismFight the scourge of the old, dead ideology of socialism_2dc6bb02-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6121.4HealthcareMaintain a free market healthcare system_2dc6bb70-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6122The United States needs a 21st century, free market healthcare system which protects access to coverage for people with pre-existing conditions. We are currently mired in a Frankenstein monster of regulations, bureaucracy, and out of control healthcare costs which has been devastating to innovation. For far too long, the debate in Congress is between some socialist-relic type of system and deferring to an unholy alliance between pharmaceutical companies and insurance companies that leaves American families behind.InnovationBreak down the walls stifling private sector innovation_2dc6bbd4-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6122.1Congress needs to break down the walls stifling private sector innovation capabilities and help us break through the bureaucratic nightmares that hurt American families every day. We need to focus on individuals, not outdated regulations.InsuranceAllow Americans to purchase insurance across state lines._2dc6bc4c-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6122.2We need to allow Americans to purchase insurance across state lines.CostsLook at actual costs for services rendered._2dc6bcba-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6122.3We need to look at actual costs for services rendered rather than the inflated numbers that most providers use which are automatically adjusted down by insurance claim reviewers.Medicare & MedicaidAddress Medicare and Medicaid._2dc6bd28-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6122.4And we need to address Medicare and Medicaid in a different manner than simply moving the deck chairs around on the Titanic when it comes to providing coverage to more people.InfrastructureWork with President Trump to advance major infrastructure improvements._2dc6bda0-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6123We need a Member of Congress who will work with President Trump to advance major infrastructure improvements, but we do not need a new federal gas tax to see it through.PartnershipsPartner with private corporations and entities to rebuild our crumbling infrastructure._2dc6be18-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6123.1Rather, we should use innovative solutions like partnering with private corporations and entities to rebuild our crumbling infrastructure, possibly through the use of some form of long-term “naming rights” or other opportunities for corporations to promote their business by building goodwill for their brands.FloodingFix flooding._2dc6be90-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6123.2TrafficRelieve traffic._2dc6bf08-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6123.3RoadwaysImprove the safety of our roadways_2dc6bf80-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6123.4ImmigrationAddresses present and future immigration system needs._2dc6c002-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6124To make America work for Americans, we need a 21st century immigration system that addresses present and future needs.Border SecurityMake the border secure._2dc6c084-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6124.1We need 21st century border security complete with a wall, artificial intelligence capabilities, and more border patrol agents.LaborProtect American workers from cheaper labor._2dc6c106-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6124.2American WorkersWe need an immigration system that protects American workers from cheaper labor while adding to our innovation capabilities.SanctuaryEnsure the United States is a sanctuary for American children and families, not illegal immigrants._2dc6c188-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6124.3American ChildrenAmerican FamiliesWhile America should continue to serve as a beacon of hope for those facing oppression, despair, and religious intolerance abroad, the United States must be a sanctuary for American children and families, not illegal immigrants.Term LimitsLimit Members of Congress to three consecutive terms._2dc6c214-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6125Members of CongressI believe strongly in limited government and limited terms of elected officials. I would support legislation to limit Members of Congress to three consecutive terms. Too many elected officials seem to think of their position as a lifelong career, leading to work ineffectively and not as urgently as they could if they knew they had a limited time horizon. While long-term effective leadership does exist, far more examples can be shown of people who really should have left years ago._2dc6c296-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd612EducationEmpower students, parents and teachers to ensure that all children receive a quality education._2dc6c322-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6126StudentsParentsTeachersEducation dollars should be spent in the classroom, and teachers deserve the freedom and true ability to teach. These are simple principles that, unfortunately, are not the norm in our current education system. We need a Member of Congress who will work to empower students, parents and teachers and who understands that all children, regardless of their zip codes and socioeconomic backgrounds, deserve the opportunity for a quality education._2dc6c4bc-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd612Offshore DrillingOppose drilling off the South Carolina coast._2dc6c552-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6127I oppose offshore drilling off the South Carolina coast entirely and without qualification. _2dc6c5e8-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd612Second AmendmentProtect our Second Amendment._2dc6c688-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6128The right to bear arms is absolutely essential. We need a Member of Congress who will always work to protect our Second Amendment, not chip away at it.Mental HealthAddress concerns about mental health and other issues honestly._2dc6c71e-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6128.1We need to address concerns about mental health and other issues honestly, not cloak the real problems in a “feel good” piece of legislation that does not actually solve anything.Sanctity of LifeProtect the sanctity of life._2dc6c7b4-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6129The recent calls and legislation by liberals across the country for late-term abortion and infanticide is sickening We need a Member of Congress who will proudly and loudly share our belief that all life is precious and sacred. Having volunteered at crisis pregnancy centers, I know that we can and must do a much better job of supporting women who feel helpless and trapped facing a crisis or unwanted pregnancy - making it substantially easier to carry to term, making adoption more readily available if she still cannot or does not want to raise the child herself, and helping make the child's life a legacy of love after birth. In Congress, I will support legislation that would reduce the number of abortions in our country, ensure our tax dollars are not spent on abortions, and truly support women to carry to term and provide for her child after birth.AbortionsReduce the number of abortions in our country._2dc6c87c-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6129.1Hyde AmendmentEnsure our tax dollars are not spent on abortions._2dc6c926-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6129.2SupportSupport women to carry to term and provide for her child after birth._2dc6c9c6-e19a-11e9-b0d2-806cf87dd6129.3Pregnant WomenChildren2019-09-27OwenAmburOwen.Ambur@verizon.net