31 Jan 2012

Cain endorses Gingrich

By Cain Connection

Dear Patriot,

You may have already heard that I have officially endorsed Newt Gingrich for President of the United States.  My personal support for Speaker Gingrich does not alter or diminish my full support and endorsement of the American people ("We the People"), the ones who are truly the leaders of this great nation.

I put a lot of thought and prayer into this momentous decision and it is not something I have taken lightly. In addition to recently endorsing "We the People" I decided to publicly announce my support for an individual candidate because I believe the times dictate the importance. Once my internal decision of support was made, I wanted to let my friends and supporters know who I believe holds the closest positions to the ones I promoted during my campaign, including the support of my 9-9-9 Plan to spur economic growth.

I have great respect for all the candidates, but I believe Newt Gingrich is the best candidate to debate and defeat Barack Obama. While you and I may not agree with him on everything, we all share the same overall values and principles, and I believe Speaker Gingrich will make us proud as he represents us not only as the Republican nominee, but as President. 

I have always tried to promote bold and innovative ideas to solve our nation's problems. Newt Gingrich is also unafraid to support bold and innovative ideas, evidenced by his record. Both of us have shown a willingness and ability to buck the system to get things done. 

Now it is time for YOU to buck the system to get things done! Now is the time for the citizens' movement to come together and unite.  We must not let establishment rhetoric divide us.  We must stay focused on solutions and on truly solving the problems that face our country, including the problem of our burdensome tax code, which together we can overhaul through the implementation of my 9-9-9 Plan. We must stay focused and united on solutions!

You were very generous and supportive during my campaign, and it is my hope that you will consider doing the same now as we continue to build the momentum for my Solutions Revolution!

The liberal media attacks with a vengeance those outside the establishment. They do so because they know that outside-the-box leadership and innovative solutions threaten their power base.  We can't let them beat us!  "We the People" are still in charge of this country!

This Solutions Revolution is our chance to send a message that we are done with gutter politics and back-room deals. This is an opportunity for us to send a message to Washington, to the media, and to the political elites that "We the People" are in charge of this country and we are fed-up with politics as usual. We want results!

I cannot do this alone. I need your help.  This nation needs your help. Will you join me in bringing forth bold solutions to cut through the political double-speak? Will you join me in helping to build a nation of citizen leaders, all of whom will get involved to help our country become the beacon of hope and prosperity that it once was? 

Please consider sending your most generous gift today, which will help us promote the simple, efficient, and fair 9-9-9 Plan, Monetary Reform, and Regulatory Reform, in addition to other major solutions that will help our nation.

Remember folks, this is not about us. It is about the grandchildren. Let's unite together and create a revolution of brains and ballots that will secure the blessings of liberty for ourselves and our posterity.  Join me in this Solutions Revolution!

Thank you.  Together, we ARE America!

Herman Cain 

P.S.  You may be unaware that I gave the Tea Party response to the President's State of the Union address last week.  The liberal media and the Washington establishment tried to silence the message and it was not covered on network television.  Click here to watch a video about my speech.

You can see what we are up against.  Please send your most generous gift today to help us with the Solutions Revolution!

26 Jan 2012

Newt won SC, leads in Florida

By Speaker Newt Gingrich
By a double-digit margin, we won a dramatic victory in the all-important South Carolina Primary.

We did what the establishment said could not be done and we put our campaign on a path to winning the Republican nomination. We won because people are sick of and tired of the national establishment telling them what they are allowed to think and believe, and you saw that Saturday night.

I believe that we will defeat Barack Obama in the general election, and put America back on track toward strength and prosperity. But we need your help to get there. Will you join us?

Today, our campaign turns to the crucial primary state of Florida. The race is between a clear establishment moderate in Mitt Romney and a clear Reagan conservative with a record going all the way back to the 1970s. It's a stark contrast. Make no mistake, this is a battle between the conservative grassroots and the moderate establishment for the heart and soul of the Republican Party.

Conservatives are ready for somebody who will go to Washington and speak for them, not somebody who speaks on behalf of the establishment. The establishment is right to be worried about a Gingrich nomination because a Gingrich nomination means that we're going to change things, we're going to make them very uncomfortable and we're going to demand real change in Washington.

Going forward, there is only one important question for conservatives to ask themselves: Who is the best candidate to defeat Barack Obama? I believe that a second term for Barack Obama will be a disaster for this country and I am committed to beating him. I think I've proven I could take him on in a series of debates and undo his billion-dollar campaign. It's very important that we have a candidate who's strong enough, and tough enough to be able to take on President Obama in a series of debates.

There is no longer any doubt that we can win the GOP nomination. The other candidates are good men whom I deeply respect, but it is time for conservatives to come together and unite behind one authentic, Reagan conservative who can win.

As I write this, Barack Obama and the Democrats are raising thousands of dollars per hour, waiting for a Republican nominee to emerge. He's a radical, secular socialist who wants to reinvent America in the image of the faded, decrepit Republics of Western Europe.

If I become the nominee, I will hold President Obama accountable. I will defeat him in the debates and show the American people that there is a better, more conservative direction.

This is not just a Presidential campaign. It's a battle for the future of this country. That's why I will immediately challenge President Obama to a series of three hour Lincoln-Douglas style debates, and make him defend the passage of ObamaCare, 15 trillion dollars in debt, and out of control unemployment. I'll even let him use his teleprompter!

But I can't do that without your help.

Florida is only one week away, and the Romney campaign is already going back to their old ways of negative attack ads to try and tear us down. We can't let that happen again. We must raise the necessary resources in the next 48 hours to fund our television campaign for Florida so that I can tell the truth to the American people.

Will you donate now and help us fight back?

To paraphrase President Reagan, "A recession is when your neighbor loses his job, a depression is when you lose your job, and a recovery will be when Obama loses his job."

Your contribution and support will put us over the top in Florida and our nation one step closer putting a conservative in the White House.

Lets be bold.

For America,

Speaker Newt Gingrich
25 Jan 2012

Help us take back the Senate!

By Sal Russo

Dear Friends,

I know that most of you, as well as the media, are focused on the heated presidential election, but we can't lose sight of something that is as important as winning the White House - taking control of the Senate!

The Tea Party Express, the nation's largest tea party political action committee, is proud to announce its endorsement of Ted Cruz in his campaign for the U.S. Senate in the state of Texas.

One of Tea Party Express' top priorities in 2012 is to elect a conservative majority to the U.S. Senate, and thanks to patriots like Ted Cruz, we are well on our way to doing just that.  But we need your support if we are going to be successful and finish the work we alll started in 2010.
We were careful in our endorsement selection. When all is considered, Ted Cruz's knowledge of the Constitution and focus on limiting the size, cost, and intrusiveness of the federal government make him not only the strongest candidate in the race, but one of the strongest Tea Party candidates in the nation.
We need representatives that are willing to pursue an agenda that tackles America's out-of-control debt. Mr. Cruz's steadfast commitment to repealing Obamacare, passing a balanced budget amendment, and cutting spending show his dedication to conservative principles that force Washington to live within it's means.
The Tea Party Express has already endorsed Senate candidates Jon Bruning in Nebraska and Richard Mourdock in Indiana and plans to continue a series of endorsements over the next few months

November 2012 will go down in history as the defining election of our lives. With the White House and Senate up for grabs and the future of our nation hanging by a thread, WE MUST DO EVERYTHING WE CAN TO TAKE BACK CONTROL AND RESTORE THE PINCIPLES THIS NATION WAS FOUNDED ON!

25 Jan 2012

Help Newt Defeat the Establishment

By Speaker Newt Gingrich

Dear Conservative,

It has been 72 hours since our dramatic victory in the all-important South Carolina Primary.

We did what the establishment said could not be done and we put our campaign on a path to winning the Republican nomination. We won because people are sick of and tired of the national establishment telling them what they are allowed to think and believe, and you saw that Saturday night.

I believe that we will defeat Barack Obama in the general election, and put America back on track toward strength and prosperity. But we need your help to get there. Will you join us?

Today, our campaign turns to the crucial primary state of Florida. The race is between a clear establishment moderate in Mitt Romney and a clear Reagan conservative with a record going all the way back to the 1970s. It's a stark contrast. Make no mistake, this is a battle between the conservative grassroots and the moderate establishment for the heart and soul of the Republican Party.

Conservatives are ready for somebody who will go to Washington and speak for them, not somebody who speaks on behalf of the establishment. The establishment is right to be worried about a Gingrich nomination because a Gingrich nomination means that we're going to change things; we're going to make them very uncomfortable; and we're going to demand real change in Washington.

Going forward, there is only one important question for conservatives to ask themselves: Who is the best candidate to defeat Barack Obama? I believe that a second term for Barack Obama will be a disaster for this country and I am committed to beating him. I think I've proven I could take him on in a series of debates and undo his billion-dollar campaign. It's very important that we have a candidate who's strong enough, and tough enough to be able to take on President Obama in a series of debates.

There is no longer any doubt that we can win the GOP nomination. The other candidates are good men whom I deeply respect, but it is time for conservatives to come together and unite behind one authentic, Reagan conservative who can win.

As I write this, Barack Obama and the Democrats are raising thousands of dollars per hour, waiting for a Republican nominee to emerge. He's a radical, secular socialist who wants to reinvent America in the image of the faded, decrepit Republics of Western Europe.

If I become the nominee, I will hold President Obama accountable. I will defeat him in the debates and show the American people that there is a better, more conservative direction.

This is not just a Presidential campaign. It's a battle for the future of this country. That's why I will immediately challenge President Obama to a series of three hour Lincoln-Douglas style debates, and make him defend the passage of ObamaCare, 15 trillion dollars in debt, and out-of-control unemployment. I'll even let him use his teleprompter!

But I can't do that without your help.

Florida is only one week away, and the Romney campaign is already going back to their old ways of negative attack ads to try and tear us down. We can't let that happen again. We must raise the necessary resources in the next 48 hours to fund our television campaign for Florida so that I can tell the truth to the American people

Your contribution and support will put us over the top in Florida and our nation one step closer putting a conservative in the White House.

Let's be bold.

For America,

Speaker Newt Gingrich

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25 Jan 2012

Wallace tops Pat Verschoore and challengers in individual contributions

By Jonathan Wallace

Rock Island, IL - January 24, 2012 - Jonathan Wallace, candidate for State Representative in the 72nd District, released the follow statement about fourth quarter fundraising totals:

 

"While we formed our committee after all the other challengers, we are proud to report the most individual contributors," said Wallace. "Numerous individual contributors and in-kind donations show a great multitude of people contributing rather than a few special interests."

 

Wallace raised $10,992.04, $7300 in-kind contributions and $3692.04 in total receipts.  Of the total receipts $2442.04 are contributions under $250.

 

"Two-thirds of our receipts have come from small, grassroots contributions," said Rafe Thrasher, Treasurer for Wallace for Illinois.  "The demographics of our contributors show that people are clearly fed up with Pat Verschoore and his tax increases."

 

Wallace added, "Our grassroots organization has become a well-oiled machine with a campaign office, staff, and an extensive volunteer list. We will continue to raise money to spread our message of individual liberty and fiscal responsibility in a State sorely lacking in both."

 

Jonathan Wallace is the new person running for State Representative in the 72nd District.

 

For more information about Wallace visit http://www.jonathanwallace2012.com.

 

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25 Jan 2012

Braley Travels with President Obama to Cedar Rapids

By Randy Stalsberg

Braley joining Obama at Conveyor Engineering and Manufacturing

 

Washington, DC - Rep. Bruce Braley (IA-01) will travel from Washington, DC, to Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with President Barack Obama tomorrow, Wednesday January 25th, 2012, to attend the President's event at Conveyor Engineering and Manufacturing.

Braley will attend the State of the Union address tonight.  Tomorrow morning, Braley will travel from Andrews Air Force Base near Washington, DC, to Eastern Iowa Airport with the President.  Braley will then travel to the event at Conveyor Engineering and Manufacturing.

 

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24 Jan 2012

Wallace to Host "Young Guns" Meet and Greet

By Rick Martin

Wallace: "It is time for a new generation of leadership..."

Rock Island, IL...Jonathan Wallace, candidate for State Representative in the 72nd District, will be hosting a meet greet at 5:30pm to 7:00pm Saturday, January 28. The event will be held at City Limits Bar Saloon and Grill, 4514 9th Street, Rock Island, Illinois. Open to the public. Suggested donation is $25.

"It is time for a new generation of leadership," said Wallace. "New people to cope with problems and opportunities, new people not bound by old rivalries or machine politics. These Young Guns have committed to something larger than themselves by running for public office."

Attending the event along with Wallace will be candidates Jim Wozniak for State's Attorney, Marc Ramirez for County Coroner, Tony Holland for County Recorder, Drue Mielke for County Board, Michael Zeitler for County Board, Mark Archibald for County Board, and Kevin Gouveia for County Board.

Wallace continued, "It takes courage to step forward and humility to serve. I expect nothing less from this group of candidates."

Jonathan Wallace is the new person running for State Representative in the 72nd District.

For more information about Wallace visit http://www.jonathanwallace2012.com.

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24 Jan 2012

Local Obama Supporters to Host State of the Union Watch Parties Across Iowa

By Obama for America

DES MOINES -- On Tuesday, January 24th supporters of President Obama across the country will host more than 2,500 parties to watch the President deliver the annual State of the Union address, in which he will lay his vision, priorities and important policies for the year.

 

Across Iowa, supporters of the President will gather in their neighborhoods to watch the speech, celebrate their work so far, and to build on their organizing plans for the coming year.

 

***Media interested in covering the event should RSVP to press@ofaiowa.com ***

 

WHAT:           State of the Union Address Watch Party

WHEN:           Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at 7:30PM

 

DES MOINES

Tally's Restaurant, 2712 Beaver Avenue, Beaverdale

Bennigans, 4800 Merle Hay Road, Urbandale

 

CEDAR RAPIDS

Home of Rebecca Lain, 222 9th Street NW, Cedar Rapids

Home of Denny and Karla Goettel, 3440 Grant Wood Forest Lane SE, Cedar Rapids

 

IOWA CITY

The Mill, 120 E. Burlington Street, Iowa City

 

CEDAR FALLS

Home of Natalie Surigra, 1708 Quail Ridge Rd, Cedar Falls

 

DUBUQUE

Home of Dianne Roche, 5451 Meadow Ct, Asbury

 

DAVENPORT

Mary Sue's Café, 1615 N. Harrison St., Davenport

Buzz Coffee Shop, 116 W. Davenport St., Eldridge

 

COUNCIL BLUFFS

Home of Chuck Rensink, 15460 Crestview Dr., Council Bluffs

 

SIOUX CITY

Home of Linda Smoley, 6836 Cypress Point, Sioux City

 

http://www.barackobama.com/news/entry/state-of-the-union-preview

23 Jan 2012

ANNOUNCEMENT OF HANCOCK'S BID FOR RE-ELECTION FOR SUPERVISOR

By Rick Martin
Jim Hancock has announced his intention to seek re-election to the Scott County Board of Supervisors.

Hancock has thirty years of business experience, owning and operating Gentleman Jim's, the Tick Tock and the Italian Village Restaurants.

Jim has had twenty five years of government experience, serving on the Davenport City Council and the County Board of Supervisors. He has also served as president of the Downtown Development Association and was appointed to the Grow Iowa Values Fund Board. He is currently serving as vice-chairman on the County Board, the EMA committee and the solid waste commission.

"I have worked for twenty years with an outstanding team that has kept taxes low and services high. A few of the challenges in the future are mental health funding, the commercial property tax issue and the road use tax fund. The board has always been known for its fiscal responsibility, inter-governmental collaboration and long range planning. I have always been proud to have been a part of this and will continue to work hard to maintain the balance and forward thinking of the board."
23 Jan 2012

"Cain to Give 'We the People' Response" "Tea Party Express: Americans are fed up with Washington Politics"

By Rick Martin

(Washington, D.C.) The Tea Party Express has selected businessman and former Republican presidential candidate Herman Cain to provide a response to President Barack Obama's State of the Union Address on Tuesday, January 24th.

"Herman Cain has been a steadfast advocate for Tea Party values of smaller government and more personal liberty while fighting for practical solutions to the issues facing our nation," said Sal Russo, Chief Strategist for the Tea Party Express,  in a prepared statement. "Americans are fed up with the Washington politics that fails to address America's fiscal woes."

This marks the second year the Tea Party has added another voice to the traditional rebuttal of the president's speech. Last year, Minnesota Republican Congresswoman Michelle Bachmann delivered the Tea Party response, declaring that "the Tea Party is a dynamic force for good in our national conversation."

Mr. Cain agrees and the 'Unconventional Candidate" is eager to re-direct the national conversation.  "America is Broke...and Broken. This is not a Democrat problem. This is not a Republican problem. This is an American problem. It's time for 'We the People' to demand our candidates commit to real, bold solutions to the problems that are endangering our nation.

As was the case in 2011, The Tea Party response will follow the Republican remarks, to be made this year by Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels. Mr. Cain says his own speech will complement the message he expects from Governor Daniels. "I highly regard Mitch Daniels and the reforms he has made as governor of Indiana. The intent of my remarks is not to dismiss or downplay what I expect to be an excellent and pointed Republican response, but to include the voice of the people...the ones who are truly in charge of this country and who are yearning for leadership and solutions."

Mr. Cain believes "this administration has not been honest with America and is leading our nation down a pathway to financial ruin." Cain said. "The American people deserve more than a smokescreen to cover up a crisis. They deserve to hear the truth from our president, and believe that our elected officials will actually advance real solutions to our problem, not just pay lip-service in an election year."

The Tea Party response to the State of the Union address will take place at 10:30 p.m. EST at the National Press Club. You can watch online at TeaPartyExpress.org.

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