"Our country is at a turning point. We can't afford to kick the can down the road anymore. We must return to founding principles of our Constitution and make tough decisions now to drastically cut spending and reform government. I've taken on the unions, lobbyists, and the career politicians in Arizona, and I intend to take them on in Congress."

- Kirk Adams

"With the national debt over $14 trillion and this year's budget deficit estimated to be $1.65 trillion, we absolutely must get serious about cutting government spending. To put those numbers into perspective, each taxpayer in America is responsible for nearly $130,000 in U.S. debt. We must act now to get our fiscal house in order."

- Jeff Flake

"This country was built on sound principles of 'free enterprise', 'small business' and 'community involvement'. Hard work, opportunities and timely resources are cornerstones to re-igniting American Business. We must return to an environment which fosters citizens to provide for, invest in, be responsible for and enjoy the fruits of their labor. Increased taxes, which are now under consideration, discourage self reliance and personal accountability."

- Paul Gosar

"I think that when we look out with our underfunded liabilities and our national debt over $14 trillion, I think if we are part of that movement to get our government spending under control, I think that would be a tremendous legacy to leave."

- Ben Quayle

"As a small business owner, I understand that the key to restoring economic prosperity in America is creating an appealing environment for business owners and entrepreneurs that rewards risk - not penalizes success. The federal government's role is to get out of the way."

- Martin Sepulveda

"Low tax environments facilitate a healthy economy. Businesses are attracted to them and families keep and invest more of their hard-earned money. As a result, revenues increase and government is able to fulfill its core obligations to the public."

- Nancy Barto

"Having a good job that provides for your family is the single biggest factor influencing family stability. In addition, high unemployment also places a major strain on a state’s economic resources through higher welfare benefits and payments. The key to turning around Arizona’s economic woes is job growth."

- Rich Crandall

"We live in tough economic times. The slowdown in the economy has hit the people of our district hard. I am committed to cutting the cost of government. I will continue to work for a more efficient and cost effective government that provides vital services to the residents of Arizona."

- Adam Driggs

"Reduction of spending is only a partial solution. Creation of new jobs and additional revenue streams are essential to a comprehensive solvency plan for Arizona’s budget - a plan that includes prudent use of existing resources, but does not raise taxes on Arizona citizens who are already overburdened in a weakened economy."

- Karen Fann

"With an unemployment rate of 9.4% and a depressed housing market, Arizona is bleeding. Jobs are the only way to stop the bleeding."

- Jerry Lewis

"Government must live within its means, just like Arizona families and Arizona businesses"

- Andy Tobin

"I’m running because I want to use my successful business experience to find practical and innovative solutions to our problems and strengthen our local economy."

- Bob Worsley