The John Hager vision for Virginia is based on the principle that the family is the fundamental and indispensable building block of society. Government should respect the institution of the family and not usurp the vital roles it plays in society. What is good for Virginian families is good for all of Virginia.
Parents work hard to instill moral character in their children.
John Hager believes that Virginia law should support parents' efforts by requiring Internet filters on publicly funded computers in libraries and schools to protect children from exposure to obscenity, child pornography and material harmful to minors. This threat to children is well documented. We can protect our children better. The Special Task Force found that state government could do much to promote faith-based organizations, without either threatening their religious missions or intruding upon the religious liberty of those whom they serve. John Hager applauds the selfless work of the wide variety of community service organizations in Virginia, many of them faith-based.