In light of our story Tuesday about the sad state of our roads and bridges, at the candidates' forum yesterday, I wanted to ask the candidates what they would do about the problem.
Jane Corwin said we have a big problem with infrastructure and we need a comprehensive, long-term plan for funding from the federal government. She said infrastructure should be one of the highest priorities of the federal government.
But, she said, the government is spending too much money, driving up debt.
"We're spending too much money that is going toward interest payments not enough toward infrastucture," Corwin said.
Hochul's response contrasted the government's infrastructure spending with current foreign policy.
"I’m going to go out on a limb here," Hochul said. "We are probably spending more on roads in Pakistan and places like that where they’re not exactly our friends than we are right here in Genesee County. We’ve got to get our priorities straight. I’m starting to reexamine a lot of our commitment internationally."
Jack Davis and Ian Murphy did not attend the forum.
