The Federal Heath Care Bill

The big ticket item of the week of course, is health care.  Despite public opinion opposing that particular legislation (Rasmussen, CNN etc), the Socialists in Washington hammered through their Health Care Reform bill. They bought and bullied the moderate Democrats into submission, which will be sorely remembered in November. The electorate who bought the “Hope and Change” message in ’08 has figured out that this is now what they wanted.  We have been inching away from a free market capitalism for a century. The sudden leaps during toward socialism in the last few years (TARP, ARRA, big-time bailouts, HCR bill) has awoken the spirit of a people who truly wish for less Federal involvement in their lives. And the GOP had better get its message right.

The Republican party has been criticized by the far right for being “democrat light”, and rightfully so. The GOP had the opportunity in the past to actually reform government in the right way: practical reductions in it’s size and scope. When the pendulum swings our way again, let us not fail to do the right thing.

As for HCR itself, that battle isn’t over yet, of course.  State AG’s are lining up Constitutional Lawsuits. An of course, there is always the possibility of repeal from a future Congress.  Assuming a GOP majority in Congress, defeating Obama in ’12 would end it altogether. I haven’t done the homework yet, but is it mathematically possible to win enough US Senate seats, this year, for a GOP veto-proof majority? I may be dreaming….

A Surprise Visitor

Last Sunday evening, my doorbell rang. My first thought was “who the (expletive) could that be,” then opened the door for a pleasant surprise. On my doorstep was GOP Governor hopeful Marty Seifert, flanked by Representative Joyce Peppin (R, 32A- Rogers). I may lean toward Tom Emmer (I was on his slate, after all), but is good to see Marty working hard on his campaign. It’s good to know we have two excellent candidates. It will be easy to get behind whichever of them wins endorsement.

Now that I’ve made this public, should I expect a visit from Emmer?

The State Auditor campaign trail

Unless you count carrying signs at a parade, the first campaign I have ever been involved with is with State Auditor candidate Randy Gilbert. I’ve spoken on his behalf at several BPOU meetings and have taken a ton of pictures and video of speeches and debates; yes there have been debates for auditor hopefuls. I’m putting together a few media packages for gilbertforauditor.com, and perhaps more. If you are a delegate to the State Convention, you will be hearing from us soon. Randy is certainly the best candidate for this office this year (with all due respect to Pat, Jeff, and Tom).

Shameless Plug

With the above campaigning experience, I am becoming more comfortable (and  skilled) at campaign communication. If you are running for office, are on a campaign staff, or have an event you would like photographed or recorded, please contact me. I want you to win (If you are GOP, that is), and I want to help you deliver your message.

In Closing

I’d like to start following more closely the Hennepin County Commission, Met Council, and other such government agencies that kinda fly under the RADAR. Three Rivers Parks is another. If you have an event or meeting that deserves blog coverage, contact me. I’ll make it if I can.