Tom Ganley For US Senate!

Ohio, like the rest of the Country is hurting economically.  I believe that the solution to these problems is the FairTax.  Unfortunately we have very few co-sponsors in the US Senate.  I am very happy to report that a candidate for the US Senate has come forward that supports and will fight for the FairTax.  That candidate is Tom Ganley and he is running to represent the citizens of Ohio in the US Senate.

Ganley, a businessman from Cleveland, is also a very solid Conservative.  He is pro life, pro 2nd Amendment, and he stands for less government and more personal responsibility.  Tom Ganley will be a Senator The Buckeye State and the rest of the country can be proud of.  That is why I am very proud to endorse Tom Ganley to become the next US Senator from Ohio!  I hope you will take some time to visit his website, become a supporter on Facebook, and follow Tom on Twitter.

Sarah Huckabee: “Watching The Bread Multiply”

The following is the latest E-mail from HuckPAC:

When I was little my dad always read to me or told me stories as I was going to bed. One of my favorites was the story in the bible of Jesus feeding the five thousand with only 2 fish and 5 loaves of bread. I was always amazed at how Jesus was able to do that, but I was even more excited that Jesus didn’t feed those people any vegetables. In fact I tried many times to use that as a loop hole that if Jesus didn’t give the people vegetables then why did I have to eat them?

Unfortunately for me, my dad has always been quick witted and told me that he worked with what he had there and I still ended up having to eat my vegetables.

My dad’s answer did more than get me to eat peas and carrots, he also taught me I had to work with what I had.

Huck PAC is not like the federal governement and we can’t print money or spend money that doesn’t belong to us, we can only use what we have. Huck PAC has worked hard to do what we could with the resources many of you have helped provide. We have used your money wisely and tried to make the biggest impact we could even though we didn’t have a lot. We can’t do God like miracles, but over the last year we have broken the bread and watched it multiply.

The first six months of this year have been busy, productive, and challenging but they aren’t over yet and Huck PAC isn’t finished yet. We have rebuilt the website, signed up thousands of volunteers, done events on both coasts and everywhere in between, we have endorsed and supported great conservative candidates, but there is still a lot of work left to be done and we need your help to do it.

There are only a couple of days left in this quarter and we have a few thousand dollars left to go to reach our goal. We will use this money to help fund the next round of House Parties on August 22nd and to give conservative candidates the resources they need to win races. I am asking you to join me and make the most generous contribution you can whether that is $5, $15, $25, $50, $100, $1000 or even $5000. We have had a great start to this year and we want to continue our efforts in that same strength we started with.

Republicans have some big races coming up in Virginia this November and you can bet that Huck PAC will be working hard there to make sure guys like Bob McDonnell, Lt. Gov. Bill Bolling and Ken Cuccinelli are elected. Too much is at stake for us to quit now and not finish strong. Please join me by making a contribution of $5, $15, $25, $50, $100, $1000 or even $5000 today.

Thanks for all of your constant support, friendship and help as we help move our country forward.

Watching the bread multiply,

Sarah Huckabee

Rasmussen: Oxendine Has Commanding Lead in GA GOP Gubernatorial Primary!

The following is the latest press release from the Gubernatorial campaign of Commissioner John Oxendine, responding to 2nd poll in a week’s time that shows him with a commanding lead in the Republican primary:

Oxendine Holds a Commanding Lead

Rasmussen Poll: Oxendine Holds a Commanding Lead

Election 2010: Georgia Republican Primary for Governor

2010 Georgia GOP Primary: Oxendine Far Ahead of Other Gubernatorial Hopefuls

Monday, June 22, 2009

http://www.rasmussenreports.com

John Oxendine, Georgia’s fire and insurance commissioner, holds a commanding lead over all other Republican gubernatorial hopefuls in an early look at next year’s state GOP Primary.

A new Rasmussen Reports telephone survey in Georgia shows Oxendine with 35% support among those likely to vote in the state’s open Republican Primary. His next closest competitors are Georgia Secretary of State Karen Handel with 11% and Congressman Nathan Deal at 10%. But 33% are not sure which candidate they prefer.

State Senator Eric Johnson has three percent (3%) support, while State Representative Austin Scott tallies two percent (2%). Conservative businessman Ray McBerry is supported by one percent (1%), and five percent (5%) like some other candidate.

Sixty-one percent (61%) of those likely to vote in the GOP Primary have a favorable opinion of Oxendine, while just 18% view him unfavorably. Twenty percent (20%) don’t have an opinion of Oxendine. These numbers are largely unchanged from April.

Forty-nine percent (49%) have a favorable view of Handel, with 12% unfavorable. But like all the candidates other than Oxendine, she is little known by many Georgia voters. Thirty-eight percent (38%) say they don’t know enough about Handel to voice an opinion of her.

For Deal, his favorables are 28% and his unfavorables are 14%. But 58% don’t have an opinion about the 16-year congressman.

Johnson is viewed favorably by 21% and unfavorably by 14%, with 66% not sure what they think of him.

Twenty percent (20%) have a favorable regard for Scott, while 11% view him unfavorably. But nearly seven-out-of-10 Georgia voters (69%) aren’t sure what they think of Scott.

McBerry has 17% favorables and 14% unfavorables, also with 69% who have no opinion of him.

This statewide telephone survey of 463 Likely Republican Primary Voters in Georgia was conducted by Rasmussen Reports June 17, 2009. The margin of sampling error for the survey is +/- 5 percentage points with a 95% level of confidence.

Statement from Team Oxendine:

At some point, John’s opponents will need some new spin. John has demonstrated respect for his opponents by publicly acknowledging that with six candidates, a runoff is a reality. John has demonstrated in a very consistent manner that he has earned the trust and respect of the conservative movement in Georgia and John will be the conservative candidate in the runoff.

The numbers speak for themselves:
John has more than a three to one lead over his two closest opponents.
When you combine the numbers of his two closest opponents, he has a greater than 10 point lead over their combined numbers.
When you combine the numbers of all other announced candidates and the “other” category, John leads all those combined.
John’s approval rating is at a solid 61%. John is the only Republican with an approval rating higher than 50%.

“With Roy Barnes in this campaign, Georgia Republicans understand we must nominate the strongest candidate to run in the general election. John Oxendine is that candidate,” said Kathryn Ballou, campaign manager.

“John’s opponents will say the poll numbers do not matter. The polls are not worth the paper they are printed on. In other words, John’s opponents validate the central premise of John’s campaign. John Oxendine is the grassroots Governor who represents people – the people who participate in these polls. John’s establishment opponents, who listen to the special interests in Atlanta and Washington DC, simply are out of touch with what the grassroots in the Georgia Republican Party want in a nominee for Governor,” said Kathryn.

“John’s very proud of where the campaign is and he will continue to work very hard to earn the trust and support of Georgia,” said Kathryn.
John Oxendine
Governor 2010

FairTax: “Help Us Reach 7,500 Toolbar Downloads By July 4th!”

The following is the latest message from Americans For Fair Taxation:

Dear FairTax supporter,

More and more people are joining our cause and even those who have not joined are starting to accept the FairTax as the way to save our economy and end Congressional corruption. In fact, a recent poll found that 43% of the nation favors replacing the income tax with a national sales tax!

Washington still resists the FairTax, of course, and will until our voice is so loud and insistent that representatives remember that it is the will of the people–not tax lobbyists–that sent them to the Capitol.Our independence as a nation signaled the end to the power of royalty in the new United States. It began our great experiment in self-determination and freedom. Now the FairTax can restore that promise and bring jobs and economic health back to America.To honor Independence Day and support the FairTax will you download the new FairTax.org browser toolbar? Our goal is to hit 7,500 downloads by July 4th.More than 5,000 of your fellow FairTax supporters have already downloaded the toolbar. They know the toolbar will generate important funds for the FairTax cause at no cost to them. Will you join them? With more income, we can fund more billboards and media buys, grow our online and grassroots efforts, put on more rallies, and educate even more Americans about the power of the FairTax during this critical time for our nation.The FairTax.org toolbar, which will appear on your Web browser, can raise funds for the FairTax cause when you use it to search or make an online purchase. The toolbar is also a communication tool providing you with breaking FairTax news and updates, and a chance to be part of a growing online community.So please consider downloading the FairTax toolbar now at http://www.fairtax.org/toolbar and help us reach our goal of 7,500 by July 4th.

It’s a fine way to stand for freedom this Independence Day.

Sincerely,

Ken Hoagland
National Director

VIDEO – Mike Huckabee Endorses Marco Rubio In Florida US Senate Race!

The following video is Governor Mike Huckabee’s official endorsement of Speaker Marco Rubio in next year’s Florida US Senate race.  I could not agree more with Governor Huckabee.  Speaker Rubio is a strong, principled Conservative.  We desperately need that kind of leadership in the US Senate.  Speaker Rubio will be a leader the Sunshine State, and the entire nation will be proud of!

VIDEO – Governor Mike Huckabee’s Thoughts on The Iran Election

The following is the latest video from Governor Mike Huckabee.  He expresses his support for the Iranian people and his views on the current crisis there.  In the video Governor Huckabee expresses his disappointment that President Obama has not been as forthright in expressing our support for the people of Iran.  Mike is dead on.  I also support the people of Iran and have changed my blog color to green to show solidarity with them in their fight for freedom!

David Shafer For GA State Senate (District 48)!

I first met David Shafer on stage at the FairTax Rally in Duluth, GA last November.  I have been impressed with him ever since.  Even though he does not represent me in the State Senate we have become friends and he has given me advice and assistance whenever I have requested it.

David Shafer has represented the 48th Senate District (parts of Gwinnett and Fulton Counties) exceptionally well.  He has introduced legislation to establish zero-based budgeting.  He has also supported legislation in the Senate calling for a state FairTax, and protecting the rights of the unborn.  He is a very strong conservative and represents traditional Georgia values.  Therefore, I am extremely proud to endorse my friend David Shafer for re-election to the Georgia State Senate!

Oxendine Still Clear Frontrunner For GA GOP!

There is a new poll out today from Fox 5 and Strategic Vision on the Georgia Governor’s Race for 2010.  While former Governor Roy Barnes leads the Democratic field Comissioner John Oxendine has become an even more clear frontrunner on the Republican side. The following is the Press Release from Team Ox:

www.myfoxatlanta.com – Fox 5 Atlanta
Oxendine, Barnes Top Picks For Governor

ATLANTA – A poll to be released Wednesday by Strategic Vision, LLC, a public relations and public affairs agency, shows that state insurance commissioner John Oxendine and former governor Roy Barnes are the leading candidates for Georgia’s governor.

If the Republican primary for Governor were held today, for whom would you vote, Nathan Deal, Karen Handel, Eric Johnson, Ray McBerry, John Oxendine, or Austin Scott? (Republicans Only)

John Oxendine 35%
Karen Handel 13%
Nathan Deal 12%
Eric Johnson 4%
Ray McBerry 2%
Austin Scott 2%
Undecided 32%

If the Democratic primary for Governor was held today, for whom would you vote, Thurbert Baker, Roy Barnes, Dubose Porter, or David Poythress? (Democrats Only)

Roy Barnes 49%
Thurbert Baker 30%
David Poythress 5%
Dubose Porter 2%
Undecided 14%

Strategic Vision, LLC is an Atlanta-headquartered public relations and public affairs agency. Results are based on telephone interviews with 800 likely voters in Georgia, aged 18+, and conducted June 12-14, 2009 by telephone. The margin of sampling error is ±3 percentage points. Additional information on Strategic Vision, LLC may be obtained at http://www.strategicvision.biz.

“While it remains early in the campaign, Team Oxendine notes that John Oxendine continues to lead in every independent poll and leads the undecided category – the first time a Republican candidate has done so with the current field,” said campaign manager Kathryn Ballou.

“We are proud that John Oxendine continues to earn the support of Republicans across Georgia. With Governor Barnes entrance into the race, Georgia Republicans understand that our Party must support the candidate who can win in November of 2010. These numbers indicate John Oxendine is that candidate,” said Ballou.

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John Oxendine
Governor 2010

Not only is Commissioner Oxendine beating his closest competitor by over 20 percentage points, but in a remarkable feat in a six-candidate race this far out, he is now beating “Undecided” for the first time!

GUEST POST: Why I Like Mike Huckabee

The following is a fantastic guest post by my friend Melissa Green.  She is one of the HuckPAC State Coordinators in Alabama.  She wrote the following as a Facebook note and it is fantastic.  While my story with Mike is not the same it is a very similar one.  It’s playing out in a similar way with many people like Melissa and I all across this nation.

Why I like Mike Huckabee: How he has inspired a new generation to get involved in politics.

By Melissa Green

I have always followed politics on a National level. Yes I admit that I watch cable news probably more than any other channel, but I got involved in Mike Huckabee presidential bid IN SPITE of that fact. I had heard of him, seen him interviewed, and was being told every day “he is too liberal.” But while watching a debate he said something that I just could not let go of. He said, “We don’t have a HealthCARE crisis in America we have a HEALTH crisis.” That one simple statement was enough to get me to search his website and see what this guy was all about. To my surprise I agreed with him on every position, except he has this thing called the Fair Tax he was for. Also something I had heard of before, but didn’t have a clue what in the world it was. So I researched the Fair Tax and I was hooked. This guy is actually FOR something that would take power out of Washington and return it back to the people. People would tell me…..”but he is a populist.” I say if a “populist” means putting the needs of the American people first, then sign me up, because his positions were just common sense to me. The more I read his blogs and saw him interviewed, the more I liked him and trusted him. He stood up for what he believed, even when the “media” would just pummel him for it. So Donnie and I started giving to his primary campaign. Now when you start putting your money where you mouth is (especially when we really didn’t have it to give) then you know you have been inspired to no longer sit on the sidelines, but you are ready to fight to change the status quo. I took the loss in the primary in stride. I honestly believed that God was guiding his campaign and he had different plans for Mike. People ask me all the time “do you think he will run again.” I honestly don’t know. I pray that he will consider it because he is exactly what this county needed, and will need even more after the next two/four years, but God had given him a platform that is probably just as powerful to change hearts and minds. Only God knows what the future holds for Governor Huckabee.

I did as Mike asked and stuck with the republicans in the last election (while holding my nose), but I also knew that I was going to work to change things. I had no idea how I was going to do that because I know practically nothing about the “game” of politics. In March I was contacted by Huck PAC, Mike Huckabee’s Political Action Committee. It was a crazy time for me because we were right in the middle of Seussical and my life was busy and stressful as we got that production to the stage. Huck PAC asked me if I would be one of the Alabama State Coordinators for Huck PAC. Donnie looked at me like I was crazy when I told him. How was I going to have time to do it? But I was determined to make a difference in the future of America and this was the path God was providing me to do that. I agreed knowing that I was not going to be able to do anything with it for a while. After Seussical, my life began to change. Because of my “new position” of Alabama State Coordinator for Huck PAC I reached out to some guy named Les Phillip who was planning to run for the 5th District House Seat. I just told him who I was and asked him if he would be interested in trying to receiving and endorsement from Huck PAC. His answer was yes, we met, I LOVED him and here we are today. We have successfully gotten that endorsement from Huck PAC, we have successfully gotten Governor Huckabee to come to Huntsville to raise money for Les’ bid for congress, and I am having a blast. I will be attending my FIRST political fundraiser as Les’ guest and will be sitting at the “head table.” Why? Because of Mike Huckabee, my faith and trust in him and my faith and trust in God. God didn’t get Mike as far as he did for us all to just go away, but the thing you must all understand is my story is but one. There are thousands of other people just like me that are working in their states and districts, running for all manner of public office, and financially supporting candidates that will be good for this country because of this unknown Governor that thought he might be the best President for America. I can never thank him enough for enduring all the things he went through so that we might have a chance to leave a better county for our kids than the one we live in now.

So that is why I like Mike Huckabee so much. He gave me hope that this unknown homemaker who just wants to leave a better America for our kids and grandkids can have an impact too.

Bob Vander Plaats For Iowa’s Next Governor!

My friend Randy Davis has quite the way with words. I echo his sentiments and offer my support to Bob Vander Plaats the next Governor of Iowa, someone The Hawkeye State will be proud of!

I would like to introduce you to Bob Vander Plaats (say Vander-Plots) and why I believe he should become…..

THE NEXT GOVERNOR OF IOWA……

Over the past 22 years we have traveled all over the nation with our ministry. During those two plus decades we
have had the opportunity of being in hundreds of churches and literally meeting thousands of people from all walks of life. I know from experience that it is extremely rare to find an individual with as many positive qualities as Bob Vander Plaats.

Not only is Bob a very good friend of ours and a dedicated Christian, but a man of impeccable character with a stellar reputation. I realize that some of you may know Bob and are well aware of all the great qualities he possesses. However, it may be many of you have never heard of him, perhaps in much the same way scores of Americans had never heard of Governor Mike Huckabee, just over one year ago.

Bob Vander Plaats ( pronounced Vander-Plots) received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa and Masters and Specialist Degrees from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa.

He is also the author of the popular new book, “Light from Lucas” which is available in bookstores and can be purchased at the Web Site called http://www.lightfromlucas.com You may also obtain this great book by purchasing it on our Web Site at http://www.chalkartist.com …and then clicking on “Special Offers.”

If you do not have this book, I urge you to get a copy right away. For me, I would have to say that other than the Bible itself, it is perhaps the most life changing book I have ever read. Like us, Bob and his wife were blessed to have a “special”child. The third of four children, Lucas was born severely disabled. This story will tug at your heart , and then touch your very soul in a way few books can. Shirley and I gave many of these books away as Christmas gifts this past year.

Bob also has served as a high school teacher, coach, and principal for eleven years in Iowa Public Schools. In 1996, Bob became President and CEO of Opportunities Unlimited in Sioux City, Iowa; a human services organization providing rehabilitation services for young adults with brain injuries and other life altering disabilities.

Bob was a Republican candidate for Iowa’s Governor in 2002 and the Republican nominee for Iowa’s Lt. Governor in 2006. He is now the President of MVP Leadership specializing in strategic vision and executive leadership and working diligently to spread God’s “light” through the life of Lucas.

Bob and his wife Darla are the parents of four sons, including Lucas, and reside in Sioux City, Iowa.

I could go on and on about Bob. I guess the primary point I want to make to those of you who do not yet know Bob, is that he is “the real deal.” If you like Mike Huckabee, you will love Bob Vander Plaats. In fact, Bob served as the Iowa Chairman for Governor Huckabee’s Presidential campaign. Even though we are obviously all different, I see many of the same qualities that drew me to Governor Huckabee in Bob Vander Plaats.

In a nutshell, Bob is HONEST. That may seem to be a rare quality for a person in the political world , but it is true. He is a tremendous communicator, and in my mind, impossible to dislike. For Iowa conservatives, there is no one even remotely close to possessing the qualities of this man.

In fact, if it were possible for Iowa conservatives to “create” a person in a lab somewhere that could articulate their values both socially and fiscally, they would “create Bob Vander Plaats.” The bad news is that human beings do not have that scientific ability, but the good news is, we don’t have to. He already exists.

Believe it or not, the year 2010…. is just next year! In 2010, Iowa will have the opportunity to elect a new Governor. Bob Vander Plaats’ experiences have prepared him not only to be the best GOP candidate for Governor in 2010 but also to be the best leader of either party to move Iowa forward. Bob’s considerable advantages over anyone in the race include….

Executive and Business Experience

As CEO of Opportunities Unlimited in Sioux City, Bob led the financial and clinical turnaround of this not-for profit organization. In four short years, Bob’s leadership brought the corporation from the brink of closure to one referenced as “the model in the country.” The governorship requires an “executive mindset”- a leader not a follower. Bob is not only a successful business owner, but also a proven leader in education. Other potential candidates lack that executive record and that combination of skill sets and experiences.

A Leader in Education

Education spending comprises more than 60 percent of the state budget. While educational professionals exert heavy influence on behalf of Democrats, GOP candidates too often cede the education issue entirely. Nominating a Republican candidate with real classroom and school leadership experience will attract “education voters,” particularly independents, to our side. Elections are won-or lost-among independent voters. In recent cycles, we’ve been losing those voters and elections. Bob Vander Plaats will be the only GOP candidate who can match-and exceed- Chet Culver’s experience in education.

Personal and Professional Human Services Story

Republicans have been biennial losers on this issue. We are painted as uncaring on issues of importance to Iowans who need assistance from the human services system. Bob Vander Plaats speaks to these issues as a parent and a professional. As the author of “Light from Lucas” mentioned above, he details his family’s inspirational story of raising a child with disabilities. As a professional who led a nonprofit that serves Iowans with disabilities and was appointed by Governor Branstad to lead a state committee on those issues, Bob will do more than neutralize the Democrats’ perceived advantage on this important issue; he’ll turn the issue into a plus. Once again, no other candidate- Republican or Democrat- has his experience or perspective.

Statewide Campaign Experience (and resulting organizational advantage)

It takes a great deal of work and discipline to campaign for statewide office in Iowa. Many candidates have underestimated the commitment required for such an endeavor. Bob knows what it takes. He is not overwhelmed by the task, rather he relishes it. As a result of a relentless focus, Bob has built a statewide support system second to none. Period.

Solid Conservative Credentials

Our party nominee must distinguish himself from Governor Culver. Bob is recognized for his solid social and fiscal conservative credentials.

The Head Start Edge

Getting out of the blocks fast makes a difference in campaigns, especially when it scares off others. It’s always easiest to beat an opponent who doesn’t get into the race. ( Just ask Bill Clinton. The Democratic power structure was completely aligned to give the 1992 nomination to New York Governor Mario Cuomo, but he took a pass. The rest is history.) The odds of potential opponents sitting out a race increase proportionately when a strong candidate has emerged. Bob is that strong candidate.

The Buyer’s Remorse Factor

Numerous voters who opted for Jim Nussle in 2006 or Doug Gross in 2002 say they wish they would have supported Bob Vander Plaats and he’d been our nominee. Bob will pick up additional support in this election cycle from activists, voters and the party’s “money people” who now believe we’d have a better shot at victory had they backed him rather than someone else. Thankfully, Bob is not turning his back on our party or our state by giving us another opportunity.

The “Who Wants it Most?” Factor

Call it “attitude.” Call it “the heart of a winner.” Call it “the mind of a champion.” In politics as in sports, all things being fairly equal it’s the person who wants it the most that wins. In campaigns, cash is the one factor capable of surpassing willpower and desire. Unlike 2006, no candidate starts the 2010 political cycle with a huge cash advantage. But one candidate-ours-starts and will finish with a winning attitude, heart and mindset. No one will out work Bob Vander Plaats.

National Support Network

Bob has laid the foundation for a national fundraising and support network through his prominent role as Mike Huckabee’s Iowa Chairman and “inner circle” member, and his work with former House Speaker Newt Gingrich. National figures like Mike Huckabee, Chuck Norris and others have already pledged to come to Iowa to campaign for Bob.

Forward this to others and let’s get the word out about this amazing opportunity of electing a man of this caliber for Governor of Iowa !

If you would like more information about Bob, feel free to contact me:

Randy Davis
1935 Greenwood Drive
Ottumwa, Iowa 52501

641-680-2997 Cell phone

chalkart@netins.net E-Mail

http://www.chalkartist.com Web Address

OR…. you may contact Wes Enos at 1-515-988-4688 in Des Moines.