A Message from Jolene, who is working for Wisconsin's families: (1-800-662-1227)
Are you aware that Friday, September 17 is Constitution Day in America? How will you be spending this day? Will you take some time to read our federal and/or state constitutions? Will you take some time to educate a young person in your life about the importance of our Constitution in ensuring our fundamental rights and restraining an overreaching state and federal government?
On Thursday, September 16, numerous citizen groups from around the state that support the Constitution will be sponsoring a special education session with esteemed Judge Randy Koschnick here at the State Capitol. Judge Koschnick will speak on "How the Wisconsin Constitution Links to the U.S. Constitution." The presentation will start at 12 Noon in Room 412-East, State Capitol, and is free and open to the public. Disabled parking is available at each of the main entrances to the Capitol.
America's Essential Documents: U.S. Constitution - http://www.loc.gov/rr/program/bib/ourdocs/Constitution.html Bill of Rights - http://www.loc.gov/rr/program/bib/ourdocs/billofrights.html Wisconsin Constitution - http://www.legis.state.wi.us/rsb/2wiscon.html Declaration of Independence - http://www.loc.gov/rr/program/bib/ourdocs/DeclarInd.html The Federalist Papers - http://www.loc.gov/rr/program/bib/ourdocs/federalist.html Gettysburg Address - http://www.loc.gov/rr/program/bib/ourdocs/Gettysburg.html
If you do not have a copy of the Wisconsin Constitution, it can be found on Page 193, of the State of Wisconsin Blue Book (2009-2010). If you do not have a copy of the Blue Book, you may request a copy from your elected officials by contacting the Legislative Hotline at 1-800-362-9472. The Blue Book is also available on-line at: http://www.legis.state.wi.us/lrb/bb/09bb/index.htm
While researching their website recently, I see that The Heritage Foundation is making copies of pocket U.S. Constitutions available to the public. http://www.askheritage.org/premium.aspx
As we see various judicial activists serving on America's courts looking to foreign treaties, statutes, and case law in rendering their extreme decisions, we need to remind citizens that the United States is a Constitutional Republic consisting of elected representatives of the people acting in accordance with Constitutional law which involves a separation of powers to the various branches to restrain the government's power against the people.
I hope you will be able to join us as we remember the founding of our country and help maintain this great experiment in freedom and liberty known as America.
Constitution Day Resources from the Library of Congress - http://thomas.loc.gov/teachers/constitution.html
World War II Veteran - I Fought for You and Your Freedom -- 4-minute YouTube video clip http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgYLr_LfhLo&feature=player_embedded
Charlton Heston brief video clip -"A Torch With No Flame" because we haven't taught the next generation-note the responses of the children
http://atorchwithnoflame.com/
Wikipedia - brief explanation of Constitution Day - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Constitution_Day_(United_States)
Republican Women of the North, Northern WI, rwotnorth@gmail.com
Showing posts with label US Constitution. Show all posts
Showing posts with label US Constitution. Show all posts
Friday, September 10, 2010
Friday, August 20, 2010
Long live the Constitutionalist Sheriff!
One of the tragedies of the current misled, uninformed, and otherwise preoccupied American citizenry is the seeming apathy regarding the importance and necessity of electing constitutionalist sheriffs. In many ways, State governors and county sheriffs just might be the most important elected offices in America. It is no hyperbole to say that State governors and county sheriffs form the last line of defense against tyranny and oppression. If our governors and sheriffs do not understand the principles of freedom and federalism, there is virtually zero protection against the abuses of liberty--save the right of the people to personally and individually defend liberty via the principles of God-given Natural Law.
Hence, a freedom-minded sheriff is invaluable to liberty's defense. And perhaps at no time in America's history has it been more necessary that we elect freedom-loving sheriffs than it is today, what with the ever-growing propensity of the federal government to trample and usurp State and constitutional protections of freedom.
For example, in an almost totally non-reported incident, an armed conflict between federal Bureau of Land Management (BLM) agents and a Nevada Sheriff's SWAT team was averted only by virtue of the fact that, at the last minute, BLM backed down from the impending confrontation.
For the record: federal police agencies have a long history of committing illegal searches and seizures (even assault and murder--can anyone say, "Ruby Ridge" or "Waco"?) against the US citizenry. But BLM might be the most notorious federal police agency of all. The tactics BLM employs against western landowners sometimes border on Nazi-like. When the late, great Helen Chenoweth was an Idaho congresswoman, she tried to raise awareness of (and opposition to) this out-of-control federal agency. I urge readers to read Rep. Chenoweth's interview with Michael Reagan about this subject. See it at: http://www.chuckbaldwinlive.com/blm.html
According to Rep. Chenoweth, "BLM is taking onto themselves law enforcement that is normally saved for the State, law enforcement over motor vehicles.
They've written into the regulation without authority from Congress, the ability to stop vehicles or to search people, to search a place or a vehicle without warrant or process; to be able to seize without warrant or process any piece of evidence and to test people for potential DUI (driving under the influence)."
Chenoweth continued: "Our founders, when establishing our system of government wanted to make sure that law enforcement was closest to the people. You and I have talked before about how important it is to make sure that you elect the very best local county sheriff because he should be regarded as the highest law enforcement officer in the area because he is accountable to the voters. They really worried about a national, a federal, law enforcement. To federalize our law enforcement is to create a situation that the pilgrims were trying to escape.
"We are moving quickly to that. The Bureau of Land Management is taking onto themselves law enforcement authority that Congress never gave them. In the Federal Land Policy and Management Act that was passed in the early 1970s it made it clear that Congress said that, first, you must go to your local county sheriff for law enforcement activities."
Chenoweth added, "In the BLM proposed rules and regulations, you can't remove any plants or soil or pick up any rocks or minerals. You can't drive on any vegetation or soil. You can't disturb soil at all. Now you can't set a foot on soil without disturbing it. You can't set a foot on a ground plant without disturbing it."
For the sheriff in Nye County, Nevada, BLM abridgments of liberty had gone too far. When BLM threatened to arrest the sheriff if he refused to go along with BLM's illegal searches and seizures against Nye County citizens, Sheriff Tony DeMeo countered by telling BLM in no uncertain terms that should any agent attempt to enforce BLM's unconstitutional policies, he would have his deputies arrest them. DeMeo even had his SWAT teams standing by to enforce the law AGAINST THE OUT-OF-CONTROL FEDERAL AGENCY. To put it in Sheriff DeMeo's words, "We'd be standing between them [BLM] and my constituents [county residents]." At the last minute, BLM backed off and the confrontation between the Nye County sheriff's office and the federal agency was averted.
See Sheriff DeMeo's testimony on the incident:
Now, Sheriff Tony DeMeo is exactly the kind of sheriff the Constitution requires! Unfortunately, it seems that the vast majority of sheriffs across the country have no idea as to what their constitutional authority entails, and seem to have no discernment and understanding of just what the federal government is doing to usurp State and local jurisdiction. Or if they do, they seem to lack the courage to act upon their power and authority. Or maybe they simply lust after federal monies (better known as bribes).
Of course, there are a few sheriffs across America who seem to be aware of what's going on and have the guts to do something about it. A precious few.
Along with Sheriff Tony DeMeo, there is Sheriff Joe Arpaio in Maricopa County, Arizona, Sheriff Shane Harrington of Wibaux County, Montana, Sheriff Paul Babeu of Pinal County, Arizona, and, of course, there are former Sheriffs Ray Nash of Dorchester County, South Carolina, Richard Mack of Graham County, Arizona, and Jay Printz of Ravalli County, Montana. Plus, if the good people of Larimer County, Colorado, will elect Carl Bruning as their sheriff, there will be another principled constitutionalist sheriff to add to the list of patriot sheriffs. To visit Carl's campaign web site, go here: http://carlbruning.com/
Readers should know, too, that Sheriff Mack has a plethora of outstanding books and videos relating to the role and duty of a constitutional sheriff on his web site. I highly recommend that you avail yourself to as much of Mack's materials as you can. Here is his web site:
http://sheriffmack.com/
If liberty has any chance of surviving in the United States, it will be because the American people wake up to the importance and necessity of electing constitutionalist governors and sheriffs. Sheriffs, especially, are critical to the maintenance of liberty. It is a truism that, next to the people themselves, the sheriff's office helps form the last line of defense against federal abuse of power. Long live the constitutionalist Sheriff!
P.S. We are trying to keep up with those requesting to be added to our new PATRIOT BUSINESSES web page, but are having a hard time keeping up with requests. Please be patient. We are adding them as fast as we can. My small staff is quite overloaded, but hopes to be caught up by the end of the week.
To see the new PATRIOT BUSINESSES web page, go to: http://chuckbaldwinlive.com/home/?page_id=1921
(c) Chuck Baldwin
http://www.rightsidenews.com/2010081111319/us/homeland-security/long-live-the-constitutionalist-sheriff.html
Republican Women of the North, Northern WI, rwotnorth@gmail.com
Hence, a freedom-minded sheriff is invaluable to liberty's defense. And perhaps at no time in America's history has it been more necessary that we elect freedom-loving sheriffs than it is today, what with the ever-growing propensity of the federal government to trample and usurp State and constitutional protections of freedom.
For example, in an almost totally non-reported incident, an armed conflict between federal Bureau of Land Management (BLM) agents and a Nevada Sheriff's SWAT team was averted only by virtue of the fact that, at the last minute, BLM backed down from the impending confrontation.
For the record: federal police agencies have a long history of committing illegal searches and seizures (even assault and murder--can anyone say, "Ruby Ridge" or "Waco"?) against the US citizenry. But BLM might be the most notorious federal police agency of all. The tactics BLM employs against western landowners sometimes border on Nazi-like. When the late, great Helen Chenoweth was an Idaho congresswoman, she tried to raise awareness of (and opposition to) this out-of-control federal agency. I urge readers to read Rep. Chenoweth's interview with Michael Reagan about this subject. See it at: http://www.chuckbaldwinlive.com/blm.html
According to Rep. Chenoweth, "BLM is taking onto themselves law enforcement that is normally saved for the State, law enforcement over motor vehicles.
They've written into the regulation without authority from Congress, the ability to stop vehicles or to search people, to search a place or a vehicle without warrant or process; to be able to seize without warrant or process any piece of evidence and to test people for potential DUI (driving under the influence)."
Chenoweth continued: "Our founders, when establishing our system of government wanted to make sure that law enforcement was closest to the people. You and I have talked before about how important it is to make sure that you elect the very best local county sheriff because he should be regarded as the highest law enforcement officer in the area because he is accountable to the voters. They really worried about a national, a federal, law enforcement. To federalize our law enforcement is to create a situation that the pilgrims were trying to escape.
"We are moving quickly to that. The Bureau of Land Management is taking onto themselves law enforcement authority that Congress never gave them. In the Federal Land Policy and Management Act that was passed in the early 1970s it made it clear that Congress said that, first, you must go to your local county sheriff for law enforcement activities."
Chenoweth added, "In the BLM proposed rules and regulations, you can't remove any plants or soil or pick up any rocks or minerals. You can't drive on any vegetation or soil. You can't disturb soil at all. Now you can't set a foot on soil without disturbing it. You can't set a foot on a ground plant without disturbing it."
For the sheriff in Nye County, Nevada, BLM abridgments of liberty had gone too far. When BLM threatened to arrest the sheriff if he refused to go along with BLM's illegal searches and seizures against Nye County citizens, Sheriff Tony DeMeo countered by telling BLM in no uncertain terms that should any agent attempt to enforce BLM's unconstitutional policies, he would have his deputies arrest them. DeMeo even had his SWAT teams standing by to enforce the law AGAINST THE OUT-OF-CONTROL FEDERAL AGENCY. To put it in Sheriff DeMeo's words, "We'd be standing between them [BLM] and my constituents [county residents]." At the last minute, BLM backed off and the confrontation between the Nye County sheriff's office and the federal agency was averted.
See Sheriff DeMeo's testimony on the incident:
Now, Sheriff Tony DeMeo is exactly the kind of sheriff the Constitution requires! Unfortunately, it seems that the vast majority of sheriffs across the country have no idea as to what their constitutional authority entails, and seem to have no discernment and understanding of just what the federal government is doing to usurp State and local jurisdiction. Or if they do, they seem to lack the courage to act upon their power and authority. Or maybe they simply lust after federal monies (better known as bribes).
Of course, there are a few sheriffs across America who seem to be aware of what's going on and have the guts to do something about it. A precious few.
Along with Sheriff Tony DeMeo, there is Sheriff Joe Arpaio in Maricopa County, Arizona, Sheriff Shane Harrington of Wibaux County, Montana, Sheriff Paul Babeu of Pinal County, Arizona, and, of course, there are former Sheriffs Ray Nash of Dorchester County, South Carolina, Richard Mack of Graham County, Arizona, and Jay Printz of Ravalli County, Montana. Plus, if the good people of Larimer County, Colorado, will elect Carl Bruning as their sheriff, there will be another principled constitutionalist sheriff to add to the list of patriot sheriffs. To visit Carl's campaign web site, go here: http://carlbruning.com/
Readers should know, too, that Sheriff Mack has a plethora of outstanding books and videos relating to the role and duty of a constitutional sheriff on his web site. I highly recommend that you avail yourself to as much of Mack's materials as you can. Here is his web site:
http://sheriffmack.com/
If liberty has any chance of surviving in the United States, it will be because the American people wake up to the importance and necessity of electing constitutionalist governors and sheriffs. Sheriffs, especially, are critical to the maintenance of liberty. It is a truism that, next to the people themselves, the sheriff's office helps form the last line of defense against federal abuse of power. Long live the constitutionalist Sheriff!
P.S. We are trying to keep up with those requesting to be added to our new PATRIOT BUSINESSES web page, but are having a hard time keeping up with requests. Please be patient. We are adding them as fast as we can. My small staff is quite overloaded, but hopes to be caught up by the end of the week.
To see the new PATRIOT BUSINESSES web page, go to: http://chuckbaldwinlive.com/home/?page_id=1921
(c) Chuck Baldwin
http://www.rightsidenews.com/2010081111319/us/homeland-security/long-live-the-constitutionalist-sheriff.html
Republican Women of the North, Northern WI, rwotnorth@gmail.com
Friday, August 6, 2010
Northwoods Tea Party - Minocqua - August 28 - 4-6pm
Can’t join Glenn Beck for the Restoring Honor Rally in Washington D.C. on August 28?
Restore Honor right here at home. Our freedom is possible only if we remain virtuous. Help us restore the values that founded this great nation. On August 28th come join us in our pledge to restore honor at Torpy Park in downtown Minocqua.
A Northwoods Tea Party for all who think government has gone too far:
Invited Speakers Include:
Pastor David King
Vicki McKenna
Representative Dan Meyer
Town Chair Joe Handrick
Pat Snyder
Kim Simac
Tom Tiffany
Gary Meinert
Republican Women of the North, Northern WI, rwotnorth@gmail.com
Restore Honor right here at home. Our freedom is possible only if we remain virtuous. Help us restore the values that founded this great nation. On August 28th come join us in our pledge to restore honor at Torpy Park in downtown Minocqua.
A Northwoods Tea Party for all who think government has gone too far:
Saturday, August 28, 2010
4-6 pm Torpy Park
Downtown Minocqua
Invited Speakers Include:
Pastor David King
Vicki McKenna
Representative Dan Meyer
Town Chair Joe Handrick
Pat Snyder
Kim Simac
Tom Tiffany
Gary Meinert
Sponsored by the Lakeland Area Republican Women's Club
Republican Women of the North, Northern WI, rwotnorth@gmail.com
Saturday, July 31, 2010
** Canceled** JB Van Hollen Appreciation Reception August 9
** JB was called back to Dept of Justice matters - event has been canceled **
You are invited to an appreciation reception
for Attorney General JB Van Hollen
Monday, August 9th, 4:30 - 6:30pm
Butch and Kim Simac's Farm
3860 Kula Vista Drive - Eagle River - (map)
Butch and Kim Simac's Farm
3860 Kula Vista Drive - Eagle River - (map)
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Our Wisconsin Attorney General will be sweeping through the northern region of the state and will make a stop in Eagle River to meet residents on the Northwoods. He will share his thoughts on issues confronting Wisconsin citizens and the upcoming elections. The event will be held at Butch and Kim Simac's farm and is being co-hosted by many Vilas and Oneida County citizens who are grateful to JB for his hard work and dedication.
"At a time when so many elected officials are proving to be a disappointent to voters, JB Van Hollen is like a breath of fresh air" says Kim Simac, one of the hosts for the event. "JB has been making tough decisions and standing firm on so many issues coming to the table resulting in an overwhelming amount of respect and support for him across the state."Refreshments will be provided by the Republican Women of the North and the Lakeland Republican Women. Any and all contributions to JB's campaign would be greatly appreciated.
Attorney General Van Hollen will address those in attendance at 6:00pm.
For further information please contact Butch or Kim Simac at 715/479-8784.
RSVPs appreciated but not necessary.
More information about JB Van Hollen can be found on his website and you can follow JB on Facebook and Twitter.
Please email if you'd like to volunteer at this event!
Republican Women of the North, Northern WI, rwotnorth@gmail.com
Monday, July 26, 2010
Research your GOP Senators before the primary election!
RedState did a great article July 23 that examined our two Republican Senate candidates. Please take time to review the article and research the two alternatives we have for US Senate to oppose Russ Feingold.
http://www.redstate.com/acollins41/2010/07/23/ron-johnson-is-not-dave-westlake/
Republican Women of the North, Northern WI, rwotnorth@gmail.com
Ron Johnson is NOT Dave Westlake
The media has reported that there are not many differences between Wisconsin US Senate candidates Dave Westlake and Ron Johnson…however there is a CLEAR distinction between the two that is becoming more and more evident as the race goes on. In the upcoming general election against Feingold it is absolutely vital that whoever wins the primary is the right person to replace him - and the right person should be a strong conservative who can provide leadership in Washington. In the past two months that Ron Johnson has been in the race I have developed many concerns about his ability to lead for the people and maintain the level of consistent conservatism that our country so desperately needs.
Wisconsin Right to Life recently endorsed Ron Johnson, citing that he is the candidate who can best defeat Feingold, rather than stating that he is the candidate that best matches their organizations views - because he clearly doesn’t. Johnson allows exceptions (rape, incest, life of the mother in danger) while Westlake has advocated that he is 100% pro-life with no exceptions. Allowing exceptions calls into question the reason why we don’t allow abortions in the first place. Westlake’s views on abortion are much more on par with conservative values.
Another key issue that Westlake and Johnson don’t have the same perspective on is the 2nd Amendment.
When asked about the 2nd Amendment Johnson’s answers have continued to be disturbingly out of touch with what the founding fathers meant when they wrote the Bill of Rights. Johnson, who has made it clear that he “has never hunted” and is not a gun owner, said he had not given the issue “a lot of thought.” He has also said that while he supports the 2nd Amendment, he also supports licensing. Johnson stated, “Like we license cars and stuff, I don’t have a problem with minimal licensing and stuff.” This is dangerous territory - licensing does not impact crime rates and makes it significantly easier for the government to collect firearms should they ever wish to disarm the American public. The 2nd Amendment was included to allow for citizens to keep their government in check - and that is something that Johnson doesn’t appear to understand. Not to mention I would really like to hear what the “and stuff” is referring to. Westlake has repeatedly said that the right to bear arms is about liberty (not hunting), his website states, “if the government disarms the public through unconstitutional regulations, it does more than just leave innocent, law-abiding citizens exposed to criminals–it takes the first dangerous step towards justifying infringement upon any number of our other rights.” Westlake also does not support the ban on assault rifles. When Johnson was asked if he supported the assault rifle ban he said he had no position, as he was not a gun owner. Johnson’s lack of comprehension of the 2nd Amendment is discouraging and uncharacteristic of a strong conservative.
The Constitution is by far the most important document - not just to any elected official - but to ALL Americans. It is our responsibility to know our rights and we should expect our government to understand and value the constitution. Johnson said, “I will say, prior to doing this, I sat down and read the Constitution thoroughly, probably five, six times. It is not an easy document to read. Unless you study it in detail, it’s hard to study. “ Johnson was unable to name the Federal agencies he would consider unconstitutional - perhaps because he doesn’t really understand the Constitution - and that is frightening when you consider the fact that he is asking us to send him to Washington, to give him the responsibility of upholding the Constitution. Once again, Westlake is shown to be the true conservative in this race - as not only does he consistently push for constitutionally-based leadership but refers to the constitution as a “straightforward document.” He can easily name the institutions he considers unconstitutional, (Department of Energy, Department of Education, most of the EPA to name a few).
The Patriot Act is another issue that Westlake and Johnson disagree on. Johnson believes that the Patriot Act is a necessary tool that is being used to keep America safe from terrorism. Westlake believes that while the Patriot Act was necessary after 9/11, it has failed to keep us safe and is a threat to civil liberties.
Wisconsin Right to Life recently endorsed Ron Johnson, citing that he is the candidate who can best defeat Feingold, rather than stating that he is the candidate that best matches their organizations views - because he clearly doesn’t. Johnson allows exceptions (rape, incest, life of the mother in danger) while Westlake has advocated that he is 100% pro-life with no exceptions. Allowing exceptions calls into question the reason why we don’t allow abortions in the first place. Westlake’s views on abortion are much more on par with conservative values.
Another key issue that Westlake and Johnson don’t have the same perspective on is the 2nd Amendment.
When asked about the 2nd Amendment Johnson’s answers have continued to be disturbingly out of touch with what the founding fathers meant when they wrote the Bill of Rights. Johnson, who has made it clear that he “has never hunted” and is not a gun owner, said he had not given the issue “a lot of thought.” He has also said that while he supports the 2nd Amendment, he also supports licensing. Johnson stated, “Like we license cars and stuff, I don’t have a problem with minimal licensing and stuff.” This is dangerous territory - licensing does not impact crime rates and makes it significantly easier for the government to collect firearms should they ever wish to disarm the American public. The 2nd Amendment was included to allow for citizens to keep their government in check - and that is something that Johnson doesn’t appear to understand. Not to mention I would really like to hear what the “and stuff” is referring to. Westlake has repeatedly said that the right to bear arms is about liberty (not hunting), his website states, “if the government disarms the public through unconstitutional regulations, it does more than just leave innocent, law-abiding citizens exposed to criminals–it takes the first dangerous step towards justifying infringement upon any number of our other rights.” Westlake also does not support the ban on assault rifles. When Johnson was asked if he supported the assault rifle ban he said he had no position, as he was not a gun owner. Johnson’s lack of comprehension of the 2nd Amendment is discouraging and uncharacteristic of a strong conservative.
The Constitution is by far the most important document - not just to any elected official - but to ALL Americans. It is our responsibility to know our rights and we should expect our government to understand and value the constitution. Johnson said, “I will say, prior to doing this, I sat down and read the Constitution thoroughly, probably five, six times. It is not an easy document to read. Unless you study it in detail, it’s hard to study. “ Johnson was unable to name the Federal agencies he would consider unconstitutional - perhaps because he doesn’t really understand the Constitution - and that is frightening when you consider the fact that he is asking us to send him to Washington, to give him the responsibility of upholding the Constitution. Once again, Westlake is shown to be the true conservative in this race - as not only does he consistently push for constitutionally-based leadership but refers to the constitution as a “straightforward document.” He can easily name the institutions he considers unconstitutional, (Department of Energy, Department of Education, most of the EPA to name a few).
The Patriot Act is another issue that Westlake and Johnson disagree on. Johnson believes that the Patriot Act is a necessary tool that is being used to keep America safe from terrorism. Westlake believes that while the Patriot Act was necessary after 9/11, it has failed to keep us safe and is a threat to civil liberties.
There is nothing more infuriating to conservatives than illegal immigration. Westlake has stated that immigration reform has failed because of a lack of leadership in Washington - that we need to start taking it seriously and document and deport those who are here illegally. In regards to illegal immigration, it can be assumed that Johnson and Westlake share similar views with one major exception - Johnson has stated that he backs REAL ID, which infringes on the rights of Americans and imposes unnecessary financial burden, without improving national security.
Recently Feingold and Johnson have been trading insults back and forth about Great Lakes drilling. While it appears that Johnson supported drilling in the Great Lakes originally, his campaign released a statement saying he has never been for it. If Johnson is in fact, against Great Lakes drilling, it is alarming that he was unable to clearly address the issue from the start. This has obviously given Feingold a major opportunity to discredit him, and has made Johnson look like he is inconsistent.
Above all - the biggest difference between these candidates is the way they run their campaigns. Johnson appeared on the scene a week before the convention and received the party’s endorsement. He was thrust into the political limelight without having “given thought” to many important issues. His focus is on the party elite - the private meet and greets, the meetings at The Madison Club, the GOP sponsored events…he is ignoring the every day Wisconsinites that don’t have $2400 to donate to his campaign. He prefers to run television ads instead of shaking hands. When asked why he is running for Senate his answer straight out of the gate was - “I was watching FOX News and, uh, Dick Morris came on. He was talking about, uh, hey Russ Feingold is really, really vulnerable. Hey, if you’re a rich guy in the state of Wisconsin maybe you ought to decide to run.” Of course his consultants have altered that quite a bit since he first entered the race.
Johnson is also known for rudely walking away from people who he feels won’t vote for him - even republicans! With over 50% of voters undecided, it is impossible that Johnson will get enough votes to defeat Feingold if he doesn’t start spending time with Independents and Democrats - and even Republicans - who will challenge him with tough questions. A Senator is supposed to represent the people - not the party.
Which brings me to Dave Westlake. Westlake is clearly the underdog in this race- but not because he lacks passion, or principles or a clear understanding of the issues and how to fix them. In fact, Westlake is extremely qualified as a West Point graduate and army veteran with an impressive MBA from the University of Chicago. The reason Westlake is considered an underdog is because he is not a millionaire and he is not raising and spending millions on getting his message out there - instead he is relying mostly on face-to-face interaction with ALL voters. At a time when our country is facing such economic hardship, it is revolting and irresponsible for candidates to be dumping money into political campaigns. Westlake runs his campaign like I believe he would run Washington - without excess and unnecessary spending. He also has the ability to get an overwhelming amount of support from Democrats and Independents - because he takes the time to speak to everyone, regardless of what political party they identify with. The independent vote is absolutely vital to defeating Feingold - and Westlake can get it. He is genuinely running because he wants to serve his country - and the people, ALL the people, of Wisconsin, not just the Republicans.
Money will NOT defeat Feingold. He has a clear advantage against Johnson because he is able to run as the “every man’s” candidate because he is not “wealthy.” Johnson lacks substance and knowledge - the only things he has going for him is a negative ad campaign and money. Westlake is a true conservative who actually GETS it. Now is the time to change the way we run our campaigns - now is the time to change Washington - and it all starts with ONE candidate - ONE candidate who is brave enough to stand up to the establishment and refuse to back down. We cannot expect things to change when we elect the same type of people year after year… millionaires and career politicians are not the people I want representing me anymore. It is time that we stop complaining about not being able to trust politicians in Washington and start taking ACTION - and elect people based on what they stand for - not whether they have millions to spend on a campaign. If we don’t change the way we campaign and change the way we vote - we will NEVER fix this country.
Recently Feingold and Johnson have been trading insults back and forth about Great Lakes drilling. While it appears that Johnson supported drilling in the Great Lakes originally, his campaign released a statement saying he has never been for it. If Johnson is in fact, against Great Lakes drilling, it is alarming that he was unable to clearly address the issue from the start. This has obviously given Feingold a major opportunity to discredit him, and has made Johnson look like he is inconsistent.
Above all - the biggest difference between these candidates is the way they run their campaigns. Johnson appeared on the scene a week before the convention and received the party’s endorsement. He was thrust into the political limelight without having “given thought” to many important issues. His focus is on the party elite - the private meet and greets, the meetings at The Madison Club, the GOP sponsored events…he is ignoring the every day Wisconsinites that don’t have $2400 to donate to his campaign. He prefers to run television ads instead of shaking hands. When asked why he is running for Senate his answer straight out of the gate was - “I was watching FOX News and, uh, Dick Morris came on. He was talking about, uh, hey Russ Feingold is really, really vulnerable. Hey, if you’re a rich guy in the state of Wisconsin maybe you ought to decide to run.” Of course his consultants have altered that quite a bit since he first entered the race.
Johnson is also known for rudely walking away from people who he feels won’t vote for him - even republicans! With over 50% of voters undecided, it is impossible that Johnson will get enough votes to defeat Feingold if he doesn’t start spending time with Independents and Democrats - and even Republicans - who will challenge him with tough questions. A Senator is supposed to represent the people - not the party.
Which brings me to Dave Westlake. Westlake is clearly the underdog in this race- but not because he lacks passion, or principles or a clear understanding of the issues and how to fix them. In fact, Westlake is extremely qualified as a West Point graduate and army veteran with an impressive MBA from the University of Chicago. The reason Westlake is considered an underdog is because he is not a millionaire and he is not raising and spending millions on getting his message out there - instead he is relying mostly on face-to-face interaction with ALL voters. At a time when our country is facing such economic hardship, it is revolting and irresponsible for candidates to be dumping money into political campaigns. Westlake runs his campaign like I believe he would run Washington - without excess and unnecessary spending. He also has the ability to get an overwhelming amount of support from Democrats and Independents - because he takes the time to speak to everyone, regardless of what political party they identify with. The independent vote is absolutely vital to defeating Feingold - and Westlake can get it. He is genuinely running because he wants to serve his country - and the people, ALL the people, of Wisconsin, not just the Republicans.
Money will NOT defeat Feingold. He has a clear advantage against Johnson because he is able to run as the “every man’s” candidate because he is not “wealthy.” Johnson lacks substance and knowledge - the only things he has going for him is a negative ad campaign and money. Westlake is a true conservative who actually GETS it. Now is the time to change the way we run our campaigns - now is the time to change Washington - and it all starts with ONE candidate - ONE candidate who is brave enough to stand up to the establishment and refuse to back down. We cannot expect things to change when we elect the same type of people year after year… millionaires and career politicians are not the people I want representing me anymore. It is time that we stop complaining about not being able to trust politicians in Washington and start taking ACTION - and elect people based on what they stand for - not whether they have millions to spend on a campaign. If we don’t change the way we campaign and change the way we vote - we will NEVER fix this country.
http://www.redstate.com/acollins41/2010/07/23/ron-johnson-is-not-dave-westlake/
Republican Women of the North, Northern WI, rwotnorth@gmail.com
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Doyle turns down AG Van Hollen's request to weigh in on Arizona law
Doyle turns down AG's request to weigh in on Arizona law
Van Hollen, a Republican, wanted to join Michigan in the filing to make the case that states have the power to instruct their police officers to contact federal immigration official to verify a person's citizenship if they have reasonable suspicion the person is in the country illegally.
Van Hollen can't join the brief without the approval of the Democratic governor or one of the houses of the Legislature, which are both controlled by Democrats. Doyle declined the request Tuesday and lawmakers are not in session.
Doyle spokesman Adam Collins said the governor viewed the filing a "political stunt" because Wisconsin does not have a law like Arizona's.
http://www.jsonline.com/news/statepolitics/98364209.html
Republican Women of the North, Northern WI, rwotnorth@gmail.com
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
JB Van Hollen statement on recent Supreme Court Decision: View here
Republican Women of the North, Northern WI, rwotnorth@gmail.com
Republican Women of the North, Northern WI, rwotnorth@gmail.com
Monday, June 28, 2010
Glenn Beck features our very-own Kim Simac today!
Republican Women of the North President and founder of the Northwoods Patriots, Kim Simac was able to meet Glenn Beck over the weekend and today will be featured with her new book on his morning radio show!
It can be heard NOW on Patriot - Satellite Talk Radio or listen LIVE over the internet at: http://www.ktlkfm.com/main.html. Then click LISTEN towards the right side of the screen. Have patience as a commercial plays before the Beck Show is heard.
Glenn Beck also will be featuring Kim's book during his TV show this week so tune in to Fox News Channel daily 4-5pm.
WITH MY RIFLE BY MY SIDE, A Lesson in the Second Amendment
This is Kim’s new children’s book that she wrote and Donna Goeddaeus illustrated about the SECOND AMENDMENT. (Link to book details)
Local folks will be discussed and heard by a NATIONAL audience on Glenn Beck's show!
Republican Women of the North, Northern WI, rwotnorth@gmail.com
It can be heard NOW on Patriot - Satellite Talk Radio or listen LIVE over the internet at: http://www.ktlkfm.com/main.html. Then click LISTEN towards the right side of the screen. Have patience as a commercial plays before the Beck Show is heard.
Glenn Beck also will be featuring Kim's book during his TV show this week so tune in to Fox News Channel daily 4-5pm.
Kim Simac’s new book:
This is Kim’s new children’s book that she wrote and Donna Goeddaeus illustrated about the SECOND AMENDMENT. (Link to book details)
Local folks will be discussed and heard by a NATIONAL audience on Glenn Beck's show!
Republican Women of the North, Northern WI, rwotnorth@gmail.com
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