The morning of this week's deplorable attack that shattered windows at the Democratic Party Headquarters in Denver, state Democratic chairwoman Pat Waak took advantage of the occasion to launch an outrageous broadside against Obama Care opponents:“We ought to be having a serious, conscientious debate about what’s best for the country,†Waak said. “Clearly there’s been an effort on the other side to stir up hate. I think this is the consequence of it.†Complete Colorado has posted audio from yesterday's edition of Colorado's Morning News on 850 KOA. Listen to the interviewers give Waak an opportunity to retract her remarks: … [Read more...]
Another Memo to NRSC: Jane Norton Isn’t Exactly a Prolific Fundraiser
What justifications will the NRSC offer for backing Jane Norton for Colorado's U.S. Senate seat over a series of Republican primary challengers (e.g. Ryan Frazier and Ken Buck? A major one will be an alleged fundraising prowess that her rivals supposedly lack. Of course, Norton has never won election on her own. The only time she ran for statewide office was on the coattails of popular incumbent Bill Owens in 2002. But she did have her own committee "Friends of Jane Norton" (search the Secretary of State website, be sure to check the "Include Terminated?" box). She edged out the Democratic lieutenant governor candidate Bill Thiebault in total fundraising: $99,471 to $90,085. But put her modest advantage in context. In a race that … [Read more...]
I Hope the Rumors of Premature NRSC Colorado Endorsement Are Unfounded
Update, 5:00 PM: Complete Colorado has uncovered evidence of the NRSC registering web domains for Jane Norton, which unfortunately would seem to confirm the rumors. Writing at the People's Press Collective, El Presidente echoes my sentiments and notes that the popular outrage from grassroots Colorado conservatives is starting to build. A well-placed rumor is circulating that the National Republican Senatorial Committee is planning to endorse former lieutenant governor Jane Norton upon her official entry into Colorado's Republican U.S. Senate primary in the next few weeks. I sincerely hope the rumors are unfounded. The NRSC has no business coming into this race so early in the process to endorse anyone. It wouldn't matter if they … [Read more...]
Friday: Denver Counter-Protest in Response to Obama Care Bandwagon
Local blogger Zombyboy is organizing a counter-protest this Friday evening (August 28) at 5 PM at the Tivoli Commons on Denver's Auraria campus as the pro-Obama Care crew buses into town. Richard Combs plans to attend, and is drumming up more support. If you can make it, remember to take the opportunity not only to say No to the Obama Care government health care takeover, but also Yes to consumer-centered, pro-freedom health care reforms. … [Read more...]
Your Family (and Mine) Can’t Afford Barack Obama’s Policies
Hold on to your shirt (and your wallet), as you read new Heritage Foundation research by Brian Riedl:The Office of Management and Budget has released its annual mid-session review that updates the budget projections from this past May.[1] They show that this year, Washington will spend $30,958 per household, tax $17,576 per household, and borrow $13,392 per household. The federal government will increase spending 22 percent this year to a peacetime-record 26 percent of the gross domestic product (GDP). This spending is not just temporary: President Obama would permanently keep annual spending between $5,000 and $8,000 per household higher than it had been under President George W. Bush.[2] Driven by this spending, America will run its … [Read more...]
Must-Read: Why We Seriously Need to Re-Think American Health Reform
If you are a concerned citizen (Left, Right, or anywhere in between), and you only get the opportunity to read one article this week, I highly recommend David Goldhill's new piece in The Atlantic titled "How American Health Care Killed My Father" (H/T We Stand FIRM). It's lengthy, but very insightful and thought-provoking. If you or any of your loved ones ever has had to make use of American medical services (or paid for them in many cases without thinking about it), then you are the intended audience. Do I agree with every conclusion and proposal the author offers? No. Most of them? Yes. … [Read more...]
National GOP, Don’t Be the Pandering Stupid Party in Health Care Debate
I've been a member of the Stupid Party for most of my adult life. And when I say the Stupid Party, I mean the Republican Party. Has the Republican National Committee learned anything from the recent election disasters? If anything, the wrong lessons. I'm talking about today's Washington Post op-ed by RNC chairman Michael Steele that actually pits the GOP as the pandering "Party of the Entitlement Status Quo" (H/T Jon Henke). The tide has turned against Obama Care's government health care takeover, and what do we get? The Democrat-light "seniors' health care bill of rights," rather than a serious proposal that injects more freedom and portability into the debate. … [Read more...]
Why is Scott McInnis Making So Much Hay of Early Obvious Poll Results?
What does it say about a primary candidate that his two primary messages seem to be: The incumbent is wrong; and I'm ahead in the polls. Well, those are the messages I'm getting from the Scott McInnis for governor campaign. The first message is obvious: no complaints there. The point to ponder is why #2 is one of the primary messages . It isn't surprising to any serious political observer that the former 3rd District Congressman has greater name recognition than his rivals. So why keep touting two polls -- at least one of them commissioned by the McInnis campaign -- that say exactly that? … [Read more...]
Source: Bob Beauprez NOT Running
Update II, 6:10 PM: Within the past hour Bob Beauprez has sent out and posted an official announcement:Not every opportunity is the right one though, and having been presented with the potential to serve in the United States Senate, Claudia and I considered it very carefully. However after significant reflection, I will not be a candidate for the Senate in 2010. Recently, we started a new family business, raising buffalo on a ranch in Colorado’s mountains. I’m enjoying working with our son, Jim, who is managing the ranch, much as I worked side-by-side with my own father in the dairy business. And most personally, Claudia and I love being grandparents as well as spending more time than we’ve ever had with our grown … [Read more...]
Time of Year to Remember Colorado Teachers Have Membership Options
Are you a teacher or other employee in a Colorado public school? Is your friend or loved one? Then this post is especially for you.... Most Colorado public schools are back in session now. And with the school year underway, it's time for teachers to be reminded of their professional membership options -- in many cases, while they still have time to decide whether and how to spend their hard-earned money on dues. Check out the new post on Ed Is Watching about the Professional Association of Colorado Educators (PACE) and, of course, the Independent Teachers website for all the information you need. … [Read more...]
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