Arnold Schwarzenegger Explains His Republican Philosophy: 'Get Things Done'
Summary
Arnold Schwarzenegger said he remains a Republican and described his political philosophy as working across party lines to get things done. He called for Republicans and Democrats to cooperate on issues including immigration, national debt and health care.Key Facts
- Schwarzenegger served as California governor from 2003 to 2011.
- He said he admires the Republican Party for ending slavery and extending citizenship and voting rights to formerly enslaved people.
- Schwarzenegger said his approach reflects the philosophy of former Republican President Ronald Reagan.
- He cited the creation of California's Air Resources Board and the federal Environmental Protection Agency as examples of environmental action by Republican leaders.
- He said elected officials should serve the public rather than their political parties.
- Schwarzenegger said neither party had achieved immigration reform or reduced the national debt during the period he discussed.
- He described the Affordable Care Act as a good attempt but said rising health care costs showed it had failed.
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