Norman: I will not commit to supporting or opposing the Kirwan Comission until I am able to review the complete report. That said, I will be focused on holding our school systems accountable to results instead of using Money Spent as the primary metric for judging our commitment to public education.

Norman: I would consider additional spending on mass transit options for the Baltimore Region if studies show that there would be significant utilization, and if the communities impacted are supportive. Any spending would have to be offset by reductions in spending elsewhere or projected usage fees.

Norman: I generally do not think that individual marijuana use has enough of a negative public impact to warrant criminalization. If I were to support legalization then there would need to be significant public safeguards in place that include protecting children from second hand smoke, limitations on use while operating automobiles, and revenue-neutral taxation.

Norman: Regardless of the federal government’s commitment, Maryland and Marylanders should always be focused on protecting our Chesapeake Bay. In addition to runoff controls already being placed on farmers and homeowners, we should focus on the performance of municipal waste water treatment facilities, dredging behind the Conowingo Dam, and the impact of upstream, out of state polluters.

Norman: Maryland should partner with the Federal Government to expand Medicaid access to the poor and vulnerable in a revenue neutral way.

Norman: The General Assembly continually debates two opposing crime fighting philosophies: Rehabilitation vs. Punishment. I think they are asking the wrong questions. Instead of pondering “how should we treat our criminals?”, our legislators should be asking “what can we do to keep the public safe?”. The answer is likely a combination of 1) keeping repeat violent offenders behind bars for a long time, and 2) policies that encourage a successful reentry into society for ex-cons who are committed to being productive citizens.

Norman: Small businesses are the backbone of our economy and the best source of local, middle class jobs. I will promote small business growth through tax reform, eliminating burdensome occupational licensing requirements, and reducing regulations that do not serve the public’s best interests.

Norman: Maryland Democrat’s gerrymandering scheme is are a national disgrace, and I am absolutely supportive of non-partisan redistricting for our legislative and congressional maps.

Norman: I am not familiar enough with the Law Enforcement Officers Bill of Rights to offer an informed opinion on this topic.

Norman: Expanded treatment for addicts, public education for our children, and strict punishment for dealers and suppliers.

Norman: 1) Increase opportunities for entrepreneurs and small businesses to create middle class jobs by reducing taxes and unnecessary regulations, 2) Establishing and subsidizing job training programs in blue collar trades, 3) Improving our public education system so that young adults graduate from high school career ready

Norman: I am not familiar enough with Maryland’s Public Information Act or open meeting laws to offer an informed opinion on this topic.