To whomever is the Democratic presidential nominee:

I have some opinions on your nomination.

Foreign Policy

Please keep us safe, but not in fear.

There is no need to be a fearmonger.

Keep war as a last resort.

America is not the police force of the world, do not intervene in situations that may not concern us.

Immigration

We have a great nation. But understand that others also want a shot at the opportunities we offer.

You cannot help where you are born. Let those escaping war find a safe place to live.

Everyone deserves a fresh start. And building a wall will do nothing but cause conflict.

Health Care

Health care is a human right.

Everyone — young or old, rich or poor — should be able to afford treatments.

Universal health care works well in several other prosperous countries.

All people, of all genders, races, and ages, deserve equal coverage.

National Debt

Do not make promises that you cannot keep.

Protect future generations by using the budget surplus to pay off debt.

Social security, Medicare, and tax cuts for families need to be kept in place.

Unemployment

A huge issue with unemployment in our country is because big businesses are shipping their jobs overseas.

It is important that there is a tax on businesses trying to take the cheap way out by not employing our own people.

Our country cannot prosper if people cannot find jobs.

This should be one of the No. 1 concerns if you become president.

“Reaching across the aisle” may be necessary with this topic, but it would be worth it.

Taxes

It is not a radical idea that big businesses and Wall Street should be paying their fair share.

Monopolizing the markets is not what America is about.

Small, local businesses should have a chance.

The wealthy should be paying their fair share.

Hard-working people trying to provide for their families should not be thrown into the mud because they were dealt a bad card.

Environment

Our planet needs protection.

Our animals need protection.

Our upcoming generations need protection.

Something needs to be done before it is too late.

Global warming is real, and more and more animals are becoming endangered.

The voiceless cannot protect themselves. It is our duty to do so for them.

Gun Control

It is ridiculous that this is even still a topic of discussion.

Please take the necessary precautions to protect us from our own people.

Close the loopholes that often result in people purchasing guns when they should not be.

Hold parents accountable when their children access guns.

We are too often hearing about mass shootings in the news, so why are people trying to stop legislative action to keep us safe?

Gun dealerships should be much more strict on who can buy a gun.

Buyers should provide their reasoning for purchasing their guns and have witnesses that can vouch for them being responsible enough.

Each week, an average of nine women are shot and killed by their husbands.

Something needs to be done about this.

We are all counting on you to make it happen.

Planned Parenthood

Planned Parenthood needs to be funded.

Planned Parenthood provides much more than just abortions.

Women seek help on making the right decisions for themselves.

STD and cancer screenings are available there.

Women are able to seek advice on abusive relationships and several other things.

Even if you disagree with abortion, Planned Parenthood is more than just that. It provides help to real people.

Miscellaneous

It is 2016 and women are still only making 79 cents to a man’s dollar.

This is unbelievable and needs to be changed.

A woman should not be paid less for doing the same work as a man solely because she is female.

Along with equal pay, both women and men should be allowed time off work when they have a child.

Paid maternity and paternity leave is important.

Parents should not have to sacrifice time with their newborn for their job just so they can make sure they have money.

Along with this, there are several other rights women should have that they do not.

When it comes to abortions, women should have the right to their own bodies.

If a women does not feel safe, financially secure, or like she could provide a decent life for her baby, she should be able to make the decision to abort.

I am rooting for you.

Please keep the people in mind and keep your word.

To whomever is the Republican presidential nominee:

I have some opinions on the topics of your nomination.

Foreign Policy

We approach a dangerous time in American history.

As wars are tearing apart the Middle East, are we safe in our homes?

Safety of the American people should be the top priority.

We have to strengthen our relations with our allies, while also letting our enemies know our boundaries.

We also have to let our enemies know what we are capable of and that we will not be pushed around.

China lacks human rights, and we need to use that as an example of why we should enforce the idea of rights for all humans.

We should not take in Syrian refugees. It is too risky to the well-being of the American people.

Terrorism is a force we have to fight. The United States does not negotiate with terrorists.

When people ask “Why get involved?” there is a simple answer to that question: It is who we are.

We have always been the defenders of freedom and human rights. When human rights are threatened, the world looks to us to help the helpless.

Immigration

We are not a nation unless we have borders — borders that we protect.

We have 11 million illegal immigrants living in this country. This is a matter that must be taken care of.

Illegal immigrants are taking jobs from Americans, which is a disgrace.

There should be no problem with people coming into this country legally, but we have to stop illegal immigration.

Too many illegal immigrants are in our prisons, costing us billions. Deportation needs to be done instead of prison for illegal immigrants.

There needs to be a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border to keep illegal immigrants out.

Health Care

Obamacare needs to be repealed with something that works better for all Americans.

Under Obamacare, millions of Americans are still uninsured, which is a huge waste if we are going for universal health care.

Deductibles for Obamacare are so high that it makes it difficult for lower-income families to pay them, making it useless.

National Debt

Our current debt is $19 trillion, which is catastrophic.

If the national debt reaches $24 trillion, that is the point of no return.

We will not be able to pay it all back after this point.

We need someone who is willing to cut unnecessary federal spending.

Part of our problem is spending more than we are collecting in taxes, so we need someone smart who can balance the budget.

Unemployment 

Unemployment is still a major problem in this country.

Some sources tell us it is at a low 4.9 percent, but really it is nearly 40 percent.

Democrats believe that raising business taxes will remove pressure off the middle class, but this is not true.

Raising business taxes would do nothing but cause companies to move jobs overseas where the taxes are cheaper.

We need to lower corporate taxes so companies can hire more employees and give their employees more benefits.

Taxes

Americans are being taxed heavily and that needs to change.

We need flat rate taxes for a more fair taxation system.

The middle class needs to have taxes cut. It cannot afford higher taxes, but the super wealthy can.

Environment 

The environment is important, and we need to protect it for our future generations.

Grant tax exemptions to companies who use clean energy.

Educate young Americans on how important taking care of the environment is.

Gun Control

The biggest problem in our country is that mass shootings are blamed on the guns and not the individuals committing the crime.

We need to provide help for the mentally ill, not take away Second Amendment rights.

Gun ownership makes the United States safer, not more dangerous.

Places that have the highest gun ownership rates also have the lowest crime rates.

Gun laws are only followed by law-abiding citizens, not criminals.

Stronger gun laws will not keep criminals from getting guns, since they do not follow the law anyway.

Planned Parenthood

We need to stop funding Planned Parenthood.

Planned Parenthood is important, but abortions must stop.

Cut all government funding for abortions. It’s a waste of tax dollars.

There can be exceptions for victims of rape and health reasons.

Miscellaneous 

Our country has been built on Christian values, and lately it would not seem like it.

“In God We Trust” should not be removed from our currency. It’s who we are and what we stand for.

We do not have to agree with gay marriage, but it is law and we have to accept that.

The police are mistreated in America and this is wrong.

There needs to be harsher punishments for crimes against police officers.

The death penalty needs to be enforced, and a streamlined process for prisoners on death row needs to be created.

There should be no federal legalization of any drug.

I, as a first-time voter, am looking up to you to keep us safe, fight for the people, and lead our country into the next great generation in American history.

Thank you for fighting for the United States of America and God bless.