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Let The Good Times RollAugust 7th, 2008 | No Comments | Posted in Barack Obama, Democrats, Good Times, Hillary Clinton, Nomination, Republicans
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Figured that I’d share this old video of The Cars to celebrate Hillary Clinton’s indecision on whether to put her name forth for nomination at the Democratic National Convention [See Story]
Tags: Barack Obama, Democrats, Good Times, Hillary Clinton, Nomination, Republicans
Could the Olympics Boost Romney’s VP Chances?August 7th, 2008 | 15 Comments | Posted in Mitt Romney, Olympics, Presidential Politics, Presidential Race, Republicans, Veepstakes
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Mitt Romney’s turnaround of the Winter Olympics in 2002 that were held a few months after the 911 attacks is one of his biggest successes in a lifetime of achievement. Mitt’s presence at the Summer Olympics can only remind Americans of his skills at organizing a large group of people in a common endeavor. It will be very interesting to see what effect all this has on the VP selection process.
~~John Cronin~~
http://www.politickerma.com/jeremyjacobs/591/
could-olympics-boost-romney-s-vp-chances
As voters turn their attention away from the presidential race and towards Beijing for this year’s Olympics, former Republican Gov. Mitt Romney could stand to benefit the most from the games politically.
Romney, who was the president and CEO of the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, Utah, will be visiting the Olympics this year. He will be leaving on Thursday and, according to his spokesman Eric Fehrnstrom, plans to attend the games only as a spectator.
With vice presidential speculation in full swing, however, any appearances by Romney during the Olympic broadcasts could raise his profile to the Olympics’ wide national audience, said Michael Shea, a Boston Democratic political strategist.
Helping Elect Conservatives Across America: Free and Strong America PAC |
Please see the post below from an email to Steve Andrew (as he heads off for tropical climes) from Mitt Romney.
~~John Cronin~~
Steve,
I hope you have been enjoying your summer. For Ann and me, it has been a time for family and friends — and some campaigning.
Summer is a time that is traditionally considered “slow” in politics, but this year, we cannot afford to slow down. The Democrats certainly aren’t and conservative Republicans across the country need our help to ensure we have the resources to spread our message to voters.
That is why I am writing to ask if you would consider making a contribution to the Free and Strong America PAC. Since I launched the PAC in May, we’ve helped Senator McCain and nearly 50 other candidates who are ready to confront the challenges facing America. I will be traveling around the country on behalf of many of them as well.
Of course, none of this would be possible without your support, and I would be grateful if you would consider making a contribution to the Free and Strong America PAC to help these efforts today. For a limited time, if you contribute at least $50 , we will send you the official Free and Strong America PAC t-shirt as a token of our appreciation. It’s great for the beach and cookouts, and by wearing it, you will show that you are committed to making a difference in this critical election.
And, as an added bonus, the first 100 people who contribute at least $100 will receive their t-shirt signed.
Thank you for your support and dedication,
Mitt Romney
Honorary Chairman
Parade This Saturday in Salt Lake County, Coveted Jason Chaffetz T-Shirts Available to Parade Walkers! |
We know the campaign has been relatively quiet since the primary election, but we are working hard in the background and you’ll be hearing more from us as the general election gets closer.
Meanwhile, we have a parade this Saturday in Salt Lake County. The best way to get your hands on a coveted Jason Chaffetz t-shirt is to walk with Jason in a parade! The new batch of shirts is in. As always, please feel free to bring your family if you decide to join us.
Kearns Parade
Saturday, August 9, 2008
Parade Begins at 9:00 am
Please arrive by 8:30 am in the main parking lot of Kearns High School located at 5525 S. 4800 W. (Cougar Lane). Look for the white truck covered in Chaffetz signs.
For those of you who would like to park vehicles near the end of the parade route, the Kearns parade ends at about 4000 West and 5415 South where there is a shopping strip mall and a Big Lots. The area will be taped off so you will need to park outside the taped off area.
AT ALL PARADES:
*Volunteers are welcome to bring their friends and family to be in the parade with us.
*Wear your Chaffetz T-shirt if you have one.
*Bring small flags with you if possible.
*If you can volunteer please contact Kellie Nelson kellieannenelson@yahoo.com so she has an idea how many people to expect.
A Summer Celebration Fundraiser for Congressional Candidate Nathan BechAugust 6th, 2008 | 1 Comment | Posted in Congress, Conservatism, Massachusetts GOP, Massachusetts Republican Party
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Attention Massachusetts’ Mittheads. Here’s a chance to meet and support Armed Forces Veteran and conservative Republican Congressional candidate, Nathan Bech.
~~John Cronin~~
A Summer Celebration Fundraiser
with Ambassador & Governor Paul Celluci
Author of “Unquiet Diplomacy”
for Congressional Candidate Nathan Bech
Wedensday, August 20th
At the Leominster Elks Lodge #1237
134 North Main St.
Book Signing 6:00-7:00 PM
Suggested Donation $200 (Book Included)
Suggested Donation $150 (Bring Your Own Book)
General Reception 7:00-8:00 PM
Suggested Donation $50
RSVP to events@nathanbech.com or call 413-788-0669
McCain Will Beat Obama in Mass., I’ll Beat Kerry, Beatty SaysAugust 6th, 2008 | 3 Comments | Posted in Barack Obama, Jeff Beatty, John Kerry, John McCain, Massachusetts, Mitt Romney, Republicans
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Jeff Beatty has come out swinging in an interview with the POLITICKERMA.COM. It seems the former Delta Force veteran is less than intimidated by “The One”.
~~John Cronin~~
http://www.politickerma.com/jeremyjacobs/593
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By Jeremy P. Jacobs
Category: President, US SenateTags: Jeff Beatty, John Kerry, Barack Obama, John McCain
Responding to a recent poll showing presumptive Democratic nominee Barack Obama’s lead over presumptive GOP nominee John McCain in Massachusetts narrowing, Jeff Beatty (R), the Republican challenging U.S. Sen. John Kerry, predicted victory in both his race and for McCain in Massachusetts.
A 7News/Suffolk University poll released Monday showed Obama (Ill.) with a nine-point lead over McCain (Ariz.) - 47 percent to 38 percent. The last 7News/Suffolk University poll, released a month and a half ago, showed Obama leading McCain by 23 points, 53 percent to 30 percent.
“People see him for what he is,” Beatty told PolitickerMA.com referring to Obama. “Obama is shallow. He’s an empty suit. He doesn’t have the relevant experience to work the country out of its problems and John McCain does. I’ve been advocating an action policy to solve these problems and that’s resonating with voters. That’s why I’ll say McCain is going to carry Massachusetts and I’m going to beat John Kerry.”
The Beatty camp contends that McCain is gaining ground in Massachusetts because Bay State voters are not comfortable voting for Obama. Obama’s recent shifts in position on energy policy, they say, have raised doubts about where Obama stands. At the same time, they say, McCain’s brand remains strong among unenrolled voters in Massachusetts.
Beatty said Massachusetts voters may be reluctant to support a candidate about whom they know little after Gov. Deval Patrick’s (D-Milton) missteps after he first took office.
“It’s a function of knowing your voters,” Beatty said, “being out there and listening to them. They’ve seen this movie before; it was John Kerry and Deval Patrick the first time it came out. They don’t’ want to see the John Kerry and Barack Obama version of the movie.”
This isn’t the first time Beatty has predicted McCain would win Massachusetts. In an interview with PolitickerMA.com on July 22, Beatty said if McCain picked former Gov. Mitt Romney (R) to be his vice presidential candidate, he would carry Massachusetts.
Ultimately, Beatty said he is seeing the momentum turning in the GOP’s favor.
“I believe that John McCain will win the 12 electoral votes of the commonwealth of Massachusetts,” he said. “What you saw in the poll yesterday, that’s a tremendous swing.”
No-Drill Stand Is A Dry Hole For DemocratsAugust 6th, 2008 | No Comments | Posted in Barack Obama, Commander in Chief, Congress, Energy, General Election, IBD Editorial, John McCain
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Are we seeing the beginning of the end for liberal hopes to recapture power after eight years in the political wilderness? The wrong headed energy policies of the Dems have now become symbolized by the humble tire air gauge. It has been said that a politician can survive anything except for becoming a laughing stock. Obama’s recommendation to check our tire’s inflation and to get a tune-up as his prescription for high gasoline prices has now been torn to shreds by every credible source on the subject.
Car maintenance experts are pointing out that, starting in 1985 and especially by 1996, cars DON’T GET TUNE-UPS ANYMORE. Sen. Obama doesn’t know this and he wants to lead 300,000,000 Americans, command the most powerful military in the world and set policies for a $15 trillion economy??
Another ditzy Democrat, Nancy Pelosi, was asked what Congress might be able to do to get a vote on domestic drilling before year’s end and she said politicians should “Use their imaginations.”
Upwards of 75% of the voters are in favor of domestic drilling and yet the Dems will not allow a vote on the issue. A little over a year ago, politicians got on the wrong side of 75% and that was on the issue of illegal immigration. We see how well that worked out for them. McCain pulled a 180 degree change of direction, the fence is being built, 1.3 million illegals have left the country, Chris Cannon has been swept out of office and the rest of the open borders crowd is hiding under their desks.
~~John Cronin~~
http://www.ibdeditorials.com/IBDArticles.aspx?id=302740186673857
By LAWRENCE KUDLOW
As John McCain and the GOP leaders nationalize the drill, drill, drill message, the Republican Party might conceivably be riding a summer political rally.
The question of offshore drilling, along with expanded domestic energy production, has suddenly become the biggest political and economic wedge issue of this election. Is there a Republican tsunami in the making?
According to the major polls, Sen. McCain has overcome a big deficit to pull even with Obama. Meanwhile, according to a Rasmussen survey, Democratic Party identification has slumped.
As Republicans on the House floor shouted “vote, vote, vote” and “lower gas prices,” the Democratic majority turned off the lights, cameras and microphones. Determined GOP Senate leader Mitch McConnell offered unanimous-consent requests to vote on lifting the ban on deep-water exploration, and the Democrats objected. When McConnell asked Democrats if they’d overturn the ban at $4.50 a gallon, they replied “no.” When he raised the price to $5, $7 and $10, they cried “no,” “no” and “no.”
Quick Update |
Hey guys, sorry I can’t be more descriptive and such. I’ll be going on vacation tomorrow (not going to China) and have plenty of things to do! Hope all goes well! I know the websites below are well known but just want everybody to stay informed! Perhaps we get a MITT announcement!
http://www.newsbusters.org
rnc.org
drudgereport.com
cnn.com
Young Obama’s Red Mentor |
At times the long primary and general election campaign can get tedious, as we all know from first-hand experience, but once again the wisdom of the Founding Fathers is evident.
When Barack Obama first emerged on the scene, many Americans were willing to accept him without performing their “due diligence” to make sure he was thoroughly vetted before turning over the Presidency to him. With the long campaign, however, come some substantial benefits, in Obama’s case, the information about his radical associations over the last 30+ years. This time it’s not about his anti-American ex-pastor, now new revelations come to light about his Communist childhood mentor, Frank Marshall Davis.
~~John Cronin~~
http://www.ibdeditorials.com/IBDArticles.aspx?id=302827467707515
By INVESTOR’S BUSINESS DAILY
Election ‘08: The mainstream media have finally gotten around to revealing Barack Obama’s early mentor. But they’ve downplayed the mystery man’s communist background.
As noted in the July 29 curtain-raiser to this series, the seeds of Obama’s far-left ideology were planted in his formative years as a teenager growing up in Hawaii — and they were far more radical than any biography or media profile has portrayed.
A careful reading of Obama’s first memoir, “Dreams From My Father,” reveals that his childhood mentor up to the age of 18 — a man he refers to only as “Frank” — was none other than the late communist Frank Marshall Davis, who fled Chicago after the FBI and Congress opened investigations into his “subversive,” “un-American activities.”
In a belated story on the relationship, the Associated Press describes Davis as “left-leaning.”
We Have a Horse Race in Missouri |
Today is primary election day in Missouri. As of 10:20 PM we have a four point spread in the race for Governor between Kenny Hulshof and Sarah Steelman.
Sarah has gotten some national exposure recently with an article about her candidacy in the WSJ and an appearance on the GLEN BECK SHOW.
~~John Cronin~~
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MO GOVERNOR GOP - 84 % Precincts Reporting
Percentage Total Votes
KENNY HULSHOF 49 % 165,206
SARAH STEELMAN 45 % 151,586
SCOTT LONG 5 % 16,200
JEN SCHWARTZE SIEVERS 1 % 4,825
The “Mitt Romney Phenomenon?” |
Not sure what to make of this snippet, if anything.
~~John Cronin~~
http://www.newshounds.us/2008/08/05/the_mitt_romney_phenomenon.php
Have you ever heard of the “Mitt Romney phenomenon?” I guess Fox News is trying to create one. This is what Neil Cavuto said today (August 5, 2008) on Your World: “Taking a look at a couple of other developments today, ah, what to make of the Mitt Romney phenomenon and is there something going on here? We’re going to explore that.”
Comment: What? Well, Cavuto never did “explore that” new “development” but he obviously telegraphed that there’s something exciting going on when it comes to Mitt Romney. Trying to soften the 27% crowd to the idea of a Romney VP pick?
Romney was on the show in a taped interview approximately five minutes later but there was no mention or discussion whatsoever of a “phenomenon.” Maybe Cavuto wanted viewers to have the word “phenomenon” in mind when they watched him? Don’t know but obviously the psychologists at Fox are hard at work.
Paris Hilton responds. Really. |
Politico by Ben Smith
Obama spokesman Bill Burton reacts: “Whatever.”
McCain spokesman Tucker Bounds emails: “It sounds like Paris Hilton supports John McCain’s ‘all of the above’ approach to America’s energy crisis - including both alternatives and drilling. Paris Hilton might not be as big a celebrity as Barack Obama, but she obviously has a better energy plan.”
Mitt For Veep |
Replace that Romney for President sign with a Romney For Veep Sign:
http://www.mittforveep.com/
Definitive Proof Romney Will Be On The Ticket |
CBS News by Scott Conroy
But now John McCain is employing the line Romney once used to contrast himself against the Arizona senator. “Washington’s broken,” an announcer says at the beginning of the new McCain TV ad, which highlights McCain’s record on combating special interests.
