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Name: Fredrick "David" Haase

Age: 66

Political party: Libertarian

Where you live: Anchorage

Number of years in Alaska: 14

Occupation: Real Estate

David was the first of four boys born of Fred and Anne Haase of Colorado Springs Colorado. He was born 10 month after Pearl Harbor and learned early in life if you want something you work for it. Purchased his first bicycle by picking beans at age 9 and his first car at age 15. Growing up, David always had a job or two after school, weekends and most of the summer. Lumber mills, newspapers, construction When the draft board called he was 21 years old, the father of one and the job assistant manager at a department store his fourth store. That was David's last employment before the Army, where his mission was to inspect all subsistent (food) moving through the Atlanta Army Depot; and later to train and advise the Commander and his troops in nuclear, chemical and biological defense. In the Army National Guard his mission was Military recruitment. David has been a self starter all his life self employed and doing what he wanted to at the time. The business of Real Estate was David's first passion, starting in Georgia; David has been involved in a real estate transaction in 48 of the 50 states and dealt in all types of real estate. When the leader of the Libertarian Party invited David to run for the U.S. Senate David ask himself why not? He wants to keep the Libertarian party on the ballot in Alaska; he needs 3% of the vote. To help save the nation from big government debt he needs the most votes.

Education: Graduated Willamette High School, Eugene, Oregon 1960

Graduated and Certified Commercial Investment Member National Association Realtors 1969.

Oregon Realtors Institute 1966 graduation 1970.

Graduate Gemologist, Gemological Institute America 1993.

Military Service: Drafted Army 1964, two years food inspector, qualified sharpshooter M-14, honorable discharge 1966 E-5.

Re-enlisted Oregon Army National Guard 1988, qualified Calvary Scout, trained Nuclear Biological Chemical and Medic, qualified M16 expert, E-6.

Served five years full time Army National Guard Recruiter, Awarded Master Recruiter Badge and awarded the Army Achievement Medal for recruiting, served brief tours in the California and Alaska National Guards as a medic.

Service Organizations Membership: 
Independent Order of Odd Fellows

Special Interests: 
Current Events, History, Science, Fishing, Hunting, Rocks and Birds.

Involved in at least one real estate transaction in all but two states and served on the board directors of two public corporations.

Thousands of hours each: flying his airplanes, driving his eighteen wheelers, riding horse back on his 25,000 acre ranch looking after his cows. He has also spent a lot of time boating and in a tractor seat going in circles.

FAMILY: Children’s Names: Shelly Renae Schaefer, Ana Moria Haase, Kimberly Cathleen Haase. All college graduates on their own. Grandson so far Mathew and Andrew Schaefer. former wife Linda Haase.

The Denali Commission should be continued and the federal government should loan state and local government money for worthy projects interest free.

Generally I do not support mandatory anything. I have seen the air quality go from barely breathable to not bad in Los Angeles so I know they do help. What I do not want is to see our industrial base move to other countries, where they do not have to abide by the same standards.

We are going to need agreements with our northern neighbors on shipping for sure. What all the challenges will be is hard to say at this time.

I have not seen anything that would lead me to think it has been abused. They certainly have the assets to make good on a bid that turns out to be to low.

Earmarks are getting a lot of bad press lately, but they are essential to how the government works. I will never support secret earmarks, pork belly and other secret schemes. They need to be out in the open for all to see.

Survey

Recent polls show the No. 1 concern of voters at the moment is the soaring price of gasoline, which is tied to record high crude oil prices. How would you address rising energy prices in the short term and what actions do you think Congress should take on energy policy in the long run?
The price of oil is set in London, it is not an open market as we are told. That is obvius in the price at the pumps in Mexico. The long term solution is remove these redicules restriction on energy development.
The price of oil is set in London, it is not an open market as we are told. That is obvius in the price at the pumps in Mexico. The long term solution is remove these redicules restriction on energy development.
The faltering economy, weakening dollar and growing unemployment are spurring middle-class concern about the future and whether they can maintain their current standard of living. What can Congress do to shore up the economy and reverse job loss?
It is the money, the government has too much debt and and the tax payers are paying too much interest to foreign entities. The solution is actually simple and it has been done before. Pay the Federal Reserve corporation off with none-interest bearing Government notes. Why should the government pay interest on money that is created from nothing by a private company?
It is the money, the government has too much debt and and the tax payers are paying too much interest to foreign entities. The solution is actually simple and it has been done before. Pay the Federal Reserve corporation off with none-interest bearing Government notes. Thomas Jefferson said "If the American people ever allow private banks to control the issue of their currency, first by inflation, then by deflation, the banks...will deprive the people of all property until their children wake-up homeless on the continent their fathers conquered.... The issuing power should be taken from the banks and restored to the people, to whom it properly belongs". He was right then and it was right when Abraham Lincoln printed government notes so why would it not be right now?. Think hard and long on it and then ask your self, why not? Why should the government pay interest on money that is created from nothing by a private company?
The wars in Iraq and Afghanistan have gone on now longer than World War II. Should the United States continue its military campaigns in those countries and, if so, for how long? If the wars are to continue, would you support a national draft?
The subsequent management of the victory was a disaster but after the leadership change and following "The Surge" strategy, matters have improved dramatically in Iraq. Our troops will be out of Iraq very soon not because of the politicians, but because of our people serving us there. Why was Paul Brimmer there?
The subsequent management of the victory was a disaster but after the leadership change and following "The Surge" strategy, matters have improved dramatically in Iraq. Our troops will be out of Iraq very soon not because of the politicians, but because of our people serving us there. Why was Paul Brimmer there?
More and more American soldiers are returning from the wars with lifelong injuries, yet Congress and the president continue to disagree on funding for veterans services. What, if any, changes should be made to the health care and benefits veterans receive and how would any increases be funded?
I am a veteran and I recieve very good health care I would support additional funding only if I saw a need.
I am a veteran and I recieve very good health care I would support additional funding only if I saw a need.
The high cost of health care continually ranks as one of the top concerns of Americans. Does the current health care and insurance system need to be changed?
Yes "Universal Health Care" sounds good! I am all for it. How about "Universal Good Health"? Heath foods, organic versus chemical treated food. Prevention health education are the solutions that needs to be sought with vigor. What I do not want is a fund endowed by taxes that only a few can draw on and that people other than the doctor and the patient decide the treatment.
"Universal Health Care" sounds good! I am all for it. How about "Universal Good Health"? Heath foods, organic versus chemical treated food. Prevention health education are the solutions that needs to be sought with vigor. What I do not want is a fund endowed by taxes that only a few can draw on and that people other than the doctor and the patient decide the treatment.
How can health care for Alaska Natives best be improved, especially in rural communities?
We need more doctors the same problem exists in every small town accross the country.
We need more doctors the same problem exists in every small town accross the country.
What, if anything, would you change about federal law governing abortions?
David believes strongly in the right to life, but stands up for the mothers right to do as she chooses with that that is hers. God is the judge. Not the government and the government is not the solution and it should endeavor to not be part of the problem. For guidance on this issue I look to the first Psalm.
David believes strongly in the right to life, but stands up for the mothers right to do as she chooses with that that is hers. God is the judge. Not the government and the government is not the solution and it should endeavor to not be part of the problem. For guidance on this issue I look to the first Psalm.
The use of congressional earmarks to fund state projects has been a major point of contention. Do you support the use of earmarks? If so, how should the system be altered to reduce abuse?
Earmarks are getting a lot of bad press lately, but they are essential to how the government works. I will never support secret earmarks, pork belly and other secret schemes. They need to be out in the open for all to see.
Earmarks are getting a lot of bad press lately, but they are essential to how the government works. I will never support secret earmarks, pork belly and other secret schemes.
Does the Endangered Species Act, as it is currently interpreted by environmental groups and the federal judiciary, and the listing of the polar bear present a threat to the economic future of Alaska? If not, why? If so, what changes would you support in Congress to address the issue?
Yes Why are some so emotional on this issue? I think they are scarred and they seek the government to protect them against an act of God. There will be very important legislation on this matter in the next session. As a third party member of the Senate I will be in a unique position to keep the intelligence in the debate and the fears calmed and the alternate agendas will be exposed..
I was an Environmentalist long before it was popular and learned of global warming in high school, that was half a century ago I was taught in school and I saw it with my own eyes, when the white fork of the McKenzie river in Oregon turned clear. the glacier that fed it melted and it never came back, We all know it has been happening for a long time. Why all the fuss? "There is something wrong here in River city" as the saying goes. Global warming is an act of God and we are not going to stop it. However that does mean we have to plan for it and make the best plans we can. "Be prepared" (The boy scout motto) for the bad and the good that is coming as it warms up a bit. Why are some so emotional on this issue? I think they are scarred and they seek the government to protect them against an act of God. Which is not going to happen no matter who you vote for a fools folly. There will be very important legislation on this matter in the next session and as a third party member of the Senate I will be in a unique position to keep the intelligence in the debate and the fears calmed and the alternate agendas will be exposed.
For any policies that would require increased spending, how would you pay for them?
Issue non interest bearing government notes. The way president Lincoln financed the civil war.
Issue non interest bearing government notes. The way president Lincoln financed the civil war.
Should Congress continue to provide funding for the bypass mail system? If not, should some form of subsidy be provided to maintain air service in rural communities?
Yes If there is a better plan I have not seen it yet.
Yes If there is a better plan I have not seen it yet.
The ability of Alaska Native corporations to receive preference for federal contracts under the 8A program is currently causing a stir on Capitol Hill. Has the program been abused in Alaska? Should it be changed?
I have not seen anything that would lead me to think it has been abused. They certainly have the assets to make good on a bid that turns out to be to low.
I have not seen anything that would lead me to think it has been abused. They certainly have the assets to make good on a bid that turns out to be to low.
Funding for the Denali Commission regularly comes under fire in Congress. Has the commission been a success and should it be continued? How would you pay for rural infrastructure projects, such as water and sewer projects, fuel tank farms and ports?
The Denali Commission should be continued and the federal government should loan state and local government money for worthy projects interest free.
The Denali Commission should be continued and the federal government should loan state and local government money for worthy projects interest free.
Do you support efforts to place a mandatory cap on greenhouse gas emissions? How would you reduce the impact of such a cap on the national economy?
Generally I do not support mandatory anything. I have seen the air quality go from barely breathable to not bad in Los Angeles so I know they do help. What I do not want is to see our industrial base move to other countries, where they do not have to abide by the same standards.
Generally I do not support mandatory anything. I have seen the air quality go from barely breathable to not bad in Los Angeles so I know they do help. What I do not want is to see our industrial base move to other countries, where they do not have to abide by the same standards.
Warming global temperatures are opening up new opportunities for resource development and shipping in the Arctic, as well as new challenges. What changes to Arctic policy does Congress need to enact and how do they affect Alaska?
We are going to need agreements with our northern neighbors on shipping for sure. What all the challenges will be is hard to say at this time.
We are going to need agreements with our northern neighbors on shipping for sure. What all the challenges will be is hard to say at this time.

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