Statement: Returning Power to the People
I'm introducing a constitutional amendment to ensure Congress votes according to the will of constituents, not party leaders or special interests. With a secure voting app and dedicated district website, residents of SC District 1 will cast real-time votes on upcoming bills, fully verified and transparent—no election waiting required. All inputs are public, and only verified district residents may participate, keeping the process honest and representative.

In addition, I will propose a law requiring regular, scheduled town halls, with emergency sessions triggered by citizen petition, ensuring your voice is heard—not only online. Each legislative vote must be preceded by at least one round of constituent input, and the results will guide my representation.

I'm also advocating constitutional reforms to limit terms of office, including 12-year caps for Congress members and 18-year terms for Supreme Court justices, along with the introduction of recall provisions. This strengthens accountability and keeps power from becoming entrenched. Combined with ethics reforms, enhanced transparency, and strict anti-corruption measures, we will ensure your voice can’t be drowned out by lobbyists or politicians.

🔐 Digital Engagement: Secure Voting App & Web Portal
Your control over representation starts with modern solutions. I will launch a secure, end-to-end encrypted voting app, allowing district residents to:

View upcoming bills with clear summaries;

Vote yes/no or propose amendments;

Track aggregated results in real-time;

See every vote and decision-making history—100% transparent.

This sets us apart and sets a new standard for democracy.

👐 Why It Matters for District 1
Empowered Communities: You direct my vote, not party bosses or donors.

Transparent Democracy: Every decision is visible, accountable, and reversible.

Responsive Governance: Regular and emergency town halls guarantee direct engagement.

Balanced Institutions: Term limits, recall powers, and ethics laws protect democracy itself.

**This campaign isn't about me—it's about building a government that works only for you. Basic rights, civic equity, and digital participation are how we reclaim democracy. Let’s return power to where it belongs: in your hands.

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Robert Beers for Congress SC‑District 1: Transparency, Accountability & Power to the People

1. Constitutional Term Limits & Ethical Oversight
I’ll introduce a constitutional amendment instituting term limits: 12 years total in the House or Senate and 18 years for Supreme Court justices, with staggered Supreme Court appointments every two years. This reform will help prevent entrenched power, bring in fresh perspectives, and reduce the sway of special interests. Coupled with binding ethics codes and enforceable conflict-of-interest rules for legislators, justices, and executive appointees—including transparency for stock holdings and restricted gifts—this will reinforce public trust and integrity in all branches of government.

🔍 2. Overhauling Anti-Bribery & Transparency Laws
I will back a new “No Corruption in Government” Act to significantly strengthen anti-bribery statutes—expanding criminal penalties, extending restrictions on after-office lobbying, and banning gifts from lobbyists to any federal official. Our new Campaign Finance Reform Amendment will impose strict limits on corporate and PAC donations, require real-time disclosure of campaign funding, and empower public financing mechanisms. Together, these measures ensure politicians serve constituents—not deep-pocketed special interests.

🏛️ 3. Empowering Oversight & Accountability Mechanisms
To ensure robust oversight, I’ll champion legislation reinvigorating watchdog institutions: expanding inspector general authority, criminalizing executive interference in investigations, codifying the Supreme Court's ethics code, and modernizing the STOCK Act to eliminate insider trading by federal leaders. Additionally, I'll advocate for a constitutional amendment establishing recall powers for Congress members and mandatory constituent input—including through secure digital platforms—to discipline and, if necessary, remove officials who betray public trust.

By enacting these reforms—absolute term limits, tougher ethics laws, anti-corruption statutes, transparent campaign financing, and stronger oversight mechanisms—we will dismantle the existing abuses of power and reclaim democracy for the people. This comprehensive plan aligns with your belief: power belongs to the citizens, not the powerful. Let me know if you'd like me to draft specific bill language or further break down each legislative proposal.

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Citizens First: The Democracy and Integrity Restoration Act

11. Preventing Government Shutdowns (Constitutional Amendment)
A bold proposal to end chronic shutdowns once and for all—guaranteeing back pay and hardship bonuses for federal workers, penalizing lawmakers who delay budgets, mandating annual deadlines, and activating an automatic resolution to keep the government running until funding is passed.

2. Mandated Attendance & Proxy Reform Amendment
Requiring members of Congress to be physically present for floor votes—except for narrowly defined exceptions. Proxy voting is limited to specified cases, and violations result in withheld pay, official warnings, and potential expulsion following repeated absenteeism.

3. Balanced-Budget Overhaul & Fiscal Accountability
Through both federal law and a constitutional amendment, this plan enforces a 10% annual deficit reduction beginning in FY 2026, sets agency spending caps tied to economic growth, and creates an Independent Fiscal Board—ensuring Congress lives within its means and actively reduces the national debt.

4. Term Limits & Governance Integrity
Limiting congressional service to 12 years (combined House/Senate), Supreme Court Justices to staggered 18-year terms, and introducing a recall mechanism—holding elected officials directly accountable to constituents, not lifelong incumbency or partisan agenda.

5. Anti-Corruption & Campaign Finance Reform
With the “Citizens First Act,” we’ll ban corporate money in elections via an amendment, strengthen anti-bribery laws, impose strict transparency in lobbying and gift disclosures, and bring campaign financing under real-time public scrutiny.

6. Universal Medical Records System
Designing a secure, nationwide health database that enables doctors, researchers, and patients to access real-time medical histories—reducing errors, improving treatment, and protecting privacy while preventing prescription abuses and emergency gaps.

🌐 Digital Democracy: Secure Voting App & Transparency Platform
I will build a protected, encrypted mobile app and website just for SC District 1—so residents can vote on bills in real time. All results are public, participation is verified, and every vote is recorded online. I’ll also host regular and emergency town halls informed by this input, ensuring your voice, not special interests, guides legislation.

✅ Why I’m the Best Candidate for District 1
Grounded in real-world experience—I’ve lived your struggles, worked long hours, and seen inefficiencies first-hand.

Focused on accountability—from fixing Congress’s ethics and attendance to auditing every dollar.

Pioneering direct democracy—you won’t just vote me in; you’ll guide every vote I cast.

Committed to integrity over ideology—no party lines, only your priorities.

Robert Beers SC‑District 1: Constitutional Reform, Fiscal Balance & Direct Democracy

Robert Beers for Congress — Bold Reforms & Constitutional Amendments
1. 🔒 Anti–Shutdown AmendmentNo more government shutdowns. If Congress misses the funding deadline, federal worker pay continues, and fines are applied to the responsible lawmakers. Automatic funding keeps essential services running without interruption.
2. 👥 Mandatory Attendance & Proxy Vote ReformCongress members must be present for votes unless officially excused. Strict penalties—including pay suspension and official citations—apply to those who misuse proxy voting.
3. 📉 Balanced Budget & Debt Reduction AmendmentMandated annual deficit reduction of 10% (starting FY 2026), spending caps tied to economic growth, and creation of an Independent Fiscal Board to monitor compliance and drive down our national debt.
4. ⏳ Congressional & Judicial Term Limits12-year total limit for congressional service and 18-year staggered terms for Supreme Court Justices. Includes recall rights, ensuring accountability and preventing career politicians from overpowering citizen voices.
5. 💸 Citizens First Anti-Corruption ActBans corporate PAC money through a constitutional amendment, enhances anti-bribery laws, increases gift disclosures, and mandates real-time campaign donation transparency—cleaning politics from top to bottom.
6. 🏥 Universal Medical Records ActEstablishes a secure, nationwide medical records system—accessible to doctors, patients, and approved researchers. Improves healthcare outcomes, emergency response, and medical research while ensuring privacy protections.
🌐 Digital Democracy — SC District 1 Pilot PlatformI’ll launch an encrypted voting app and a secure District 1 website, enabling:
You to vote on bills before I vote in Congress
Transparency through publicly available vote logs
Community-driven lawmaking—you propose, you vote, I submit
This first-in-the-nation pilot restores legislative power to constituents—not lobbyists or party bosses.
✅ Why I’m the Right CandidateAccountability & Action: My policies are grounded in real-world accountability—from preventing shutdowns to balanced budgets.
Democratic Innovation: The secure voting platform puts your voice in control—not special interests.
Unwavering Integrity: I’m not beholden to Washington insiders or corporate donors—my only allegiance is to District 1.
A Fresh Start: With term limits, anti-corruption laws, and transparency, we can rebuild government trust and restore power to the people.
Check out the Campain blog where all of my proposed changes are.