I've just returned from the Colorado Republican State Central Committee Meeting outside of Denver. For some of the nitty-gritty details, read up on Clay's live-blogging Blackberry account. Most significant to report is that Bob Schaffer won the role of National Committeeman, culminating a sweeping grassroots campaign that started two weeks ago. The vote was closer than many anticipated (59 to 41 percent), proof that negative campaigning does work to some extent. I was disappointed to see the opponents' use of half-truths and over-the-top rhetoric to try to tear down Bob. I just hope now they heed their own impassioned cries for party loyalty and unity. With the leadership of Bob Schaffer and new state party chair Bob Martinez, it … [Read more...]
Archives for 2005
Blogfest Recap
I've just returned from the first-ever Blogfest, too frugal to bring my computer and pay the wireless fee - too forgetful to come up with my blogging password (it's preprogrammed into my laptop). What kind of future is there for a 28-year-old amnesiac? But I digress. First things first. The focus of Hugh's show was on Terri Schiavo. Are you frustrated as I am about this? I will continue to blog on the subject... trust me. But one way you can make your voice heard is at Citizen Link, hosted by Focus on the Family. Tell the Republican Florida state senators who turned their backs on evil to reverse their course of action. Tell the United States Congress to put aside procedural and partisan bickering and do something important: like … [Read more...]
The Madness of “King” George
Note to readers: This is satire. You can find the real story here. From "King" George's Fantastic Megalomaniacal Adventures: Chapter 15 ..."King" George did not take the news too well. He nearly tripped over his long black robes as he rose from his office chair and pounded his desk with his fist. "Where is my royal signet?" he shouted, the veins popping on his forehead. "Y-y-your what, your honor?" the young judicial aide replied nervously. "It's not 'your honor'! It's 'your Majesty'!" He stood erect, his shoulders thrown back and his nose elevated in pompous self-absorption. "Your Majesty... I'm sorry... I-I I must have lost the signet somewhere." "Never mind, then. Prepare a royal decree." "You mean a court … [Read more...]
Let’s Elect Bob Schaffer
Since I have no way to turn this blog orange without creating complete havoc, let me just urge readers to use your imagination: pretend the site (or at least this post) is colored a blazing orange! Why, you ask? In support of Bob Schaffer, who right now is seriously contemplating whether to answer the many calls to run for National Committeeman. Tomorrow is the State Central Committee meeting and the moment of truth. Thanks to all those who have written and urged Bob to run. I feel confident he will make the right choice. I've been active in Republican politics for most of a decade now (one-third of my life!). And I can honestly say, that in all my years of political activity, I have never encountered anyone that possesses and … [Read more...]
Conservatives Need Not Apply?
A real ruckus has been raised after former US Senator and University of Northern Colorado President Hank Brown withdrew his name from consideration for an interim term in the top post at CU, following critical remarks from a black Democrat state senator saying that Brown lacked a commitment to affirmative action and racial diversity. Hank Brown, a conservative Republican of character, experience, and stature, commands tremendous respect in wide-ranging circles in Colorado. It's a shame that he decided to withdraw his name from contention, since Senator Brown is a qualified man of class and dignity who could have done wonders for the campus at Boulder. Of course, the charge by Senator Peter Groff (President pro tem of the Senate) that … [Read more...]
Overturning Judicial Tyranny
Yesterday the US House unanimously passed The Protection of Incapacitated Persons Act of 2005 - also known as "Terri's Law II" - that will effectively save Terri Schiavo's life before tomorrow's deadline. Today the bill, S.539, comes before the US Senate for debate and passage. Please contact your Senators and urge them to vote for "Terri's Law II". We're proud of the way the House acted, responding to the overwhelming voices of its constituents, to move the bill through so quickly. It's exciting not only because it portends the hope of saving Terri's life and getting her the therapy and treatment she has been denied for so many years. It also has the potential to energize America's mainstream voters to see they don't have to … [Read more...]
A Different Perspective on Terri
This morning I read with care a column in the Dallas Morning News by radio talk show host Mark Davis: "Zeal for 'life' in Schiavo case blinds us to unknown." His basic point - without quoting from the column at length - is that we just don't know what Terri's wishes are, and since we don't know with certainty we should be careful about making any judgments in this case. He asks several questions as well, including: Is it right for us to "err on the side of life"? Could the motives of many fighting for her cause be tainted by a zealous political agenda? Regarding the last question, I find it dangerous to assess the motives of others, but I can honestly say that his description does not fit me. But truly that's beside the point. … [Read more...]
A Whole Lot of Jockeyin’ Going On
While 99% of the population goes on obliviously with their everyday lives, the jockeying goes on among potential and declared candidates for Colorado political offices. The Rocky Mountain News reports this afternoon that University of Denver President and former investment banker Marc Holtzman still is not an official candidate for governor. I'm not sure this story would be newsworthy except that the state's political insiders are waiting with baited breath to see if Congressman Bob Beauprez is going to throw his hat into the ring. Holtzman well may be waiting to see what Beauprez will do before officially joining the race. Beauprez in, Holtzman out. Beauprez out, Holtzman in. State Treasurer Mike Coffman appears to be hanging in … [Read more...]
You Can Help a Just Cause
A few weeks ago I posted on a significant case where two Fort Collins parents have filed a formal complaint against the local teachers' union for violating campaign laws, including using public resources for political purposes. According to Paul Marrick, one of the parents who filed the complaint, both sides have requested a continuance and no date has been set for the hearing to start. Eventually the case will go before an administrative law judge. And when it does, the light of day will be shined on the union's practices. If Marrick and his fellow complainant Wayne Rutt are successful, it could be a critical blow struck for education reform in Colorado. Such a result could open up investigations into further violations and offenses … [Read more...]
Old Media Eyes GOP Grassroots Campaign
Nearly 10 days after a grassroots campaign began, urging former Congressman Bob Schaffer to run for the Colorado Republican Party's National Committeeman spot, the Denver Post has caught on: Schaffer has not announced his candidacy for committeeman and refused Monday "to discuss the issue in the press." "It's an internal party matter," he said. Conservative backers of the failed 2004 U.S. Senate candidate have launched an intensive e-mail campaign on his behalf. The cumulative list of those participating in the "intensive e-mail campaign" can be found here, here, and here. Now add the following to the list: Jared Wright, Mesa County GOP Treasurer, Mesa State College GOP Vice President & Student Body President The … [Read more...]
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