If ye love wealth greater than liberty, the tranquility of servitude
greater than the animating contest for freedom, go home from us
in peace. We seek not your counsel, nor your arms. Crouch down
and lick the hand that feeds you; May your chains set lightly upon
you, and may posterity forget that ye were our countrymen.
A Blinding Flash of Light on the Road to Des Moines
There have been a few of us online discussing the issues of the impending Nominating Conference of District 33 County Committees Members and the Special Election to follow.
My opinions differ from one of my friends, but that is understandable as our world views differ greatly
My friend is a very likable person, moderate in his manner. He wishes everyone to get along and shuns controversy and dislikes confrontation.
My mode is often different than his, Real knowledge is Experiential and my past experiences may vary widely from his.
I know the truth of Churchill's claim that nothing can focus a man's attention quite as much as having a gun pointed at his face.
I know what it is like to be told someone is looking for you with a gun because they have come to the conclusion that their Universe would be much better if you were not in it.
That was because due in large measure to some efforts by me, they were facing the almost certainty of being the guest of the Commonwealth of Kentucky for a period of not less than 20 years.
They were very displeased with me, I sometimes have that effect on others.
So it may be understandable that when it comes to issues of Trust and the Inherent Benevolence of Human Nature, our World Views can and do diverge.
One aspect that my friend felt I might be taking to extremes was the topic of one of the persons standing for the District 33 Republican Nomination being a Democrat in the not too distant past.
I think this is an important topic.
Has he had an Epiphany?
Did the person experience a Blinding Flash of Light on the Road to Des Moines, and Renouncing his former Tax and Spend Debauchery Arise from whence he had been Stricken Reborn and Goes Forth Now to Sin No More?
That is to say was his Revelation Qualitative, rather than Quantitative?
If he is of an age with me he would have been a Democrat during the years of LBJ, Nixon, Carter, Reagan, Bush I, Clinton, Bush II and yes until just recently Obama.
Have his Core Values Changed?
Or is his dispute only a matter of the Excess to which the Far Left Leadership have taken his Former Party ?
Is he now a Republican in other aspects than Registration
or could he be a
DIABLO (Democrat In All But Label Only)
Can we determine this in the FIVE MINUTE Speech we will be given?
Go Ye Hence to the Meeting as Wilson Middle School (On the corner of J and Wilson) Thursday Night and Inquire
As he neared Des Moines on his journey, suddenly a light from heaven flashed around him. He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him,
"Why do you persecute me?"
"Who are you, ?" He asked.
"I am the TAXPAYER, whom you are persecuting," he replied. "Now get up and go into the city, and you will be told what you must do."
and for Americans during the Pacific War it might be the Battle of Wake Island where it was reported that surrounded by overwhelming forces, in response to a query as to what aid was needed they replied
"Send us more Japs"
"Remember Wake Island" became the Battle Cry of the Pacific Forces.
For current day Republicans it might be "Remember the Election of '08"
Do you remember where you were during the Caucus of '08?
I do, I was driving around trying to find it. Alack a mistake was made in the address and I was trying to find an address in the South East sector that was in the North East one?
But while I did not make that Caucus, a friend of mine did.
His name is John King and he stands for the Special Election for Iowa District 33 in the SAME Party in which he Caucused in 2008.
That was not a Time of Great Expectation for our Party it was not a Time for the Casual Summer Soldier.
It was a time when the committed went forth to support Republican Candidates and John King worked tirelessly in the Campaign of the Candidate he supported.
Why do I bring this up? Maybe it is because Thursday night John will stand in opposition to another candidate for this Special Election who was NOT on our side 3 years ago.
There have been in recent months in response to something I have written that was considered controversial, this phrase presented to me,
What does that have to do with Electing Republicans.
So I ask about this situation, what does that have to do with Electing a Republican.
Along with the fact that Mr King holds the principles of the Founding Fathers, those ideals that formed the basis of our Republic as Sacred as I do, is the Fact that in 2008 he was in the trenches with Republicans.
"Every generation needs a new revolution. " -Thomas Jefferson
I have decided, with considerable apprehension, to accept the invitation to seek the office of representative of the People of Iowa, district 33.
I say "with apprehension", because I consider this post to be a service to my fellow citizens and my country; a hardship to be endured in the pursuit of a greater cause. There is no personal gain in this endeavor for me, but I believe so strongly in the cause of freedom that I cannot in good conscience sit by idly and complain when the status quo continues.
I could start this introduction with some personal facts to show my leadership qualities, but I'm really not interested in leading you. I could open with policy positions, but that wouldn't inform you of my intentions as your representative.
Let us, instead, begin with what I believe in. Hopefully that will shed light on my policy positions and inspire you to pick up the torch and join me.
I believe, first and foremost in the cause of freedom. I believe that our blessings of prosperity and security have been built upon that bedrock, and that without it our security and comfort are worthless. I believe that freedom cannot endure when the government ignores and subverts the very Constitution that exists to check it's power. I see this check on absolute power eroding before my eyes, and fear for the day when our government has so thoroughly frightened and intimidated us that we have no rights left and our experiment in Democracy ends in tyranny.
My first duty is to the Constitutions of the United States of America and the State of Iowa. As your representative, I pledge that I will never vote for or passively allow to pass any legislation that violate them, even if you want me to.
My second duty is to represent the will of my constituents; to act on your behalf in accordance with your wishes. It is only where my Constitution gives me permission to act and my fellow citizens give me no clear mandate where I will personally decide on a course of action. When that occurs, my decision will always fall to maximum personal freedom, smaller government, less taxes, fiscal responsibility, and transparency of government.
If I am elected to this post, this is one campaign promise that I can make without any reservation on my part or doubt on yours: When I take the oath of office to uphold and defend the Constitution to the best of my ability, that's not just a formality. I promise to follow through on it.
Eleven Score and Thirteen years ago, the Founding Fathers penned these immortal words,
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. That to secure these rights, governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed.
This Thursday the Republican Voters of the Iowa Legislature Distric 33 will meet in assembly to decide who will represent them in the upcoming Special Election for their District
What does the Declaration have to do with this?
I have an acquantance who will be standing for this position
John King and I do not see eye to eye on every political issue. We are after all distinct and unique individuals, but on those issues that I deem most important we are of one mind,
I hope to have and post a missive from Mr King on his statement of issues and principles, shortly, but there is one thing he said to me when we chatted in passing on these matters that struck a chord and I feel impelled to pass it on.
Mr Kiing stated that whatever he did if nominated and elected would be in accordance with the Constitution and the Principles of Personal Liberty and Freedom.
Because without that Foundation, anything he might accomplish would be meaningless,
I will leave it to Mr King to expound the rest of his ideas and will try to pass them on to you.
I know not what course others may take, but as for me?
Special Election for State Representative District 33 Set for Nov. 24
(CEDAR RAPIDS, IA – October 16, 2009)—November 24, 2009 has been set for the Special Election to fill the vacancy left by State Representative Dick Taylor. District 33 is made up of Cedar Rapids precincts 1 through 11. Eligible electors of the district may participate in this election.
Voting Absentee
Ballots cannot be created until after the candidate filing period ends on Friday, October 30. Ballots should be available by Monday, November 9.
Although ballots are not yet available for this election, absentee requests can be submitted to Linn County Election Services and ballots will be mailed out once they become available.
Request forms for absentee ballots may be downloaded from the Linn County Auditor’s website at www.linncounty.org/auditor.
Absentee ballots returned by mail must be postmarked by Monday, November 23, 2009.
Dates & Deadlines Friday, November 13 – 5:00 p.m. Last Day to Pre-Register to Vote Friday, November 20 – 5:00 p.m. Last Day to Request and Absentee to be Mailed Monday, November 23 – 5:00 p.m. Last Day to Vote Absentee at Elections Office Tuesday, November 24 ELECTION DAY Monday, November 30 – 1:00 p.m. Canvass of Votes Thursday, December 3 - 5:00 p.m. Last Day to Request a Recount
Poll Locations • Poll hours on Election Day will be from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Precinct Location Address CR 01 Grant Wood AEA 4401 6TH ST SW CR 02 Four Oaks Smith Center 5400 Kirkwood Blvd SW CR 03 Hope Lutheran Church 2736 Bowling St SW CR 04 African-American Historical Museum 55 12th Ave SE CR 05 First Lutheran Church 1000 3rd Ave SE CR 06 First Presbyterian Church 310-5th St SE CR 07 Linn County Elections Depot 823-2nd St SW CR 08 New Creation United Methodist Church 3715 33rd Ave SW CR 09 Linn County West Board Room 2500 Edgewood RD SW CR 10 Moose Lodge 1820 West Post Rd SW CR 11 Cleveland Elementary School 2200-1st Ave NW
Iowa Republican Party Chairman Matt Strawn has called for a special nominating convention to occur this Thursday, October 29th, at 6:00pm at Wilson Middle School.
Republican Party of Iowa Central Committee member Lisa Smith, and Political Director, Eric Johansen, will conduct this special nominating convention.
In accordance to RPI's instruction, each of the candidates will have five minutes at this convention to speak to the assembled delegates before the vote is conducted
The eligible delegates have been notified by letter and telephone of this convention. (Precinct captains and co-captains from precincts CR-1 through CR-11)
This meeting is open to the public, however only the delegates will be allowed to participate in the formal proceedings at this special convention
As of today, the announced candidates are: Ken Childress, John King and Josh Thurston. (The candidates will speak to the delegates in alphabetical order)
A Burlington minister has been accused of laundering large campaign contributions in advance of the 2008 Iowa caucuses.
On Tuesday a Republican activist filed a complaint with the Federal Elections Commission, accusing Morris Hurd, pastor of West Hill United Methodist Church, of funneling money intended for the Iowa Christian Alliance from the Mitt Romney organization.
Further, the complaint filed by Stacey Cargill of West Des Moines alleges the ICA received a $100,000 contribution during the 2008 Iowa Caucuses from "maxed out" Romney donors -- money she claims was made in quarterly payments through the West Hill church.
In addition to Hurd, Cargill named ICA president Steve Scheffler and their respective organizations as respondents.
continued ( A long read for brevity I have only posted the entro)
It would appear that some of the evidence in this case may have been lost because
Burglars may have hit a new low after a local church on Thursday morning reported it was victimized.
Burlington police said officers went to West Hills United Methodist Church, 540 S. Leebrick St., after a pastor found signs the building had been broken into. The pastor raised suspicions the culprit or culprits may have entered the church between 10 p.m. Wednesday and 8:15 Thursday morning.
An initial investigation indicated several items inside the church had been rifled through, and the suspect or suspects had taken a computer and undisclosed amount of money.
Police did not find evidence of forced entry. (emphasis added)
It is written : No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other.
This Rubicon was crossed by one of our GOP State Committee persons this summer.
David Chung resigned his position with State Republican Party in order to devote his time to the Gubernatorial Campaign of Christian Chung.
I applaud his decision, but it saddens me in a way to take special note of someone merely doing what is the Right Thing to do.
It is my opinion that Party Officers should be strictly neutral during primaries and fiercely partisan during the ensuing election
One would hope actions such as his would be taken for granted but in recent years we have seen them more in the breach than being followed.
Indeed this very issue was part of the Question and Answer session during the election of Mr Chung's replacement.
Incidents in recent years were mentioned of State Party Officials taking part in Partisan Primary Campaigns and what is far worse going so far as to ACT AGAINST the candidate elected by Republicans during the General Election.
If find the former deplorable and the latter abominable.
We should as members of the Republican Party of Iowa INSIST that those persons elected to represent us on the County, District and State Level,
In Fact represent US, ALL of us and not their own desires.
I feel they have given up that right when they took on the responsibilities with which we have entrusted them .
If they have a compelling reason to support one particular candidate during the primary, or even on a matter of principle to oppose that person elected by Republicans, they should follow the example of Mr Chung and
RESIGN their position in the Party.
Now as to our other recent example? Those who actively work to DEFEAT a Republican Candidate during the General Election?
Three weeks the number one book on the New York Times Best Seller List and they don't seem to be interested in reviewing it?
Sounds like my kind of Book
A Personal Message from Michelle Malkin
Dear Reader,
I'm so proud to announce that my new book, Culture of Corruption, is #1 on the New York Times bestseller list for the second consecutive week!
If you haven't read it yet, let me give you just a little taste:
Phew. Janitors in newsrooms across America worked overtime in the halcyon days after Barack Obama won the presidency. It wasn't easy cleaning the drool off laptops and floors in the offices of journalists everywhere. New York Times columnist David Brooks praised Team Obama's "postpartisan rhetoric" and "practical creativity." AwestruckGood Morning Americaanchor Robin Roberts echoed the conventional wisdom: "Some would say it's a team of rivals, Ã la President Lincoln, or is a better comparison a team of geniuses as FDR did?"
I wrote this book to give you the exhaustive answer that President Obama's gyrating media harem doesn't want you to read.
Obama's team is a dysfunctional and dangerous group of business-as-usual cronies. The corruption stretches from wealthy power brokers Rahm Emanuel and Valerie Jarrett, to pay-to-play-tainted Michelle Obama and Joe Biden, to ethically challenged, bailout-bungling money men Larry Summers and Tim Geithner at Treasury, crime-coddling corporate lawyer Eric Holder at DOJ, to the crooked Service Employees International Union, and the ever-expanding swamp of Washington lobbyists.
This book pulls together the familiar and not-so-familiar pieces to force Obama hagiographers to confront an alternate narrative. A reality-based narrative. A narrative of incompetence, nepotism, influence-peddling, and self-dealing that defies the stubborn myth that Barack Obama is the One True Agent of Hope and Change.
In short: This is a government of the crony, by the lobbyist, and for all the well-heeled, well-connected people Barack Obama spent his entire campaign demonizing.
In the era of "new politics," judge him as you would judge other mere mortals. Judge him not by the company that preceded him. Judge him by the company he keeps.
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For one supposedly dedicated to bringing parties together for health care reform, President Barack Obama shows unremitting hostility toward one of them: the health insurance industry.
In practically every speech he gives or town hall he hosts, there's a slam at insurance profits and methods - and no recognition of the role its lobby, America's Health Insurance Plans, has taken to advance reform.
Call Dave Loebsack today and ask him to answer Dr. Mariannette Miller-Meeks' question: +1 (202) 225-6576
Lee County Republicans held their annual feed/fund raiser Saturday, July 18, 2009, in Ft. Madison.
Office holders and seekers were there; lots of them.
Mariannette Miller-Meeks addressed the nearly 100 assembled on growing the party. The good doctor from Ottumwa was the only speaker to receive a standing ovation.
