Where I stand - on term limits

I believe there should be term limits for every position.
Presidents are now limited to two terms and that is a very good thing.
Senators I believe should also be limited to two terms (giving them 12 years).
Now, to combat the "lame duck" problem, any elected official in their last term must be easier to replace than they would be otherwise. We need to keep our elected officials honest and working hard for our best interests, not for their own.

Where I stand - on welfare

Welfare is a wonderful thing. It is Christianity at its best, or humanity at its best for anyone that doesn't believe in Christ. But religious views aside; in my opinion, there can be no better way to spend one's time or money than in serving your fellow man.
That said, the government couldn't have gotten their welfare program more wrong if they'd tried. Instead of offering a hand up, they offer a hand out; a crutch instead of a shovel or a hammer.
Too many people have become dependent on the government welfare system and intentionally keep their incomes low so as to not be removed from various welfare programs.
This is not to say that anybody who is on government welfare fits this description. Clearly, that couldn't possibly be true. But those who use it for its intended purpose rather than abuse it would benefit just as much from locally run organizations with better controls over who receives aid, of what nature and for what period of time.
The federal government needs to get out of the welfare industry and allow states, counties and cities to run such programs based on the needs of their specific areas and with the best interests of the individuals at heart.
Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime. If he is unable to fish, find something he can do and teach him to do that. Everyone can contribute to society and will be happier if they do.
I have seen efficient charitable organizations and programs first hand, they should be commended for what they do and how well they do it. The federal government could learn a lot from them.

Where I stand - on deciding for whom to vote

Though it may often seem the coin flip technique is as good as anything else; and that one voice out of millions can't make a difference, I believe in making the best choice possible.

That choice is not based on the name of the candidate or party to which they belong.

Nor does it have to be somebody who has never made a mistake or has exactly the same viewpoints as you on every issue.

It has to be the person that wants to take the (country, county, city, state, etc) in a direction you believe in, has the capability to do so, and has the work ethic to give it the time it deserves. (Capability is a mix of skill, experience and desire)

Those who cannot compromise must live alone.

Those who never change their viewpoints on anything may be too stubborn to learn to compromise.

Those who constantly change their viewpoints may be too easily swayed by peer pressure.

But those who do not listen to their constituents are not fit for office. We elect people to represent us, not to direct us.

So, all of this said, who is the best man to be our next president? The answer is simple. Steve Rogers; Captain America. But since his name isn't in the hat, I will look for those who show similar leadership, selflessness, humility and valor. IMO, the perfect candidate is not running. But when I cast my vote, it will be for the best choice that I have at that time. Even if that ends up being somebody I voted against previously. I do not see this as picking between the lesser of two evils. I see it as my duty as a citizen of the United States of America.

Get out there and vote.