• Tony Strickland

    Ventura Chamber Of Commerce PAC Endorses Tony Strickland For California State Senate

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    Republican California State Senate candidate and former California Assemblyman Tony Strickland waving to early morning commuters in Camraillo, California, August 13, 2008

    From the Press Release:

    The Ventura Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee officially endorsed Tony Strickland in his race for the 19th District seat in the California State Senate. Strickland has a long history of supporting local businesses and promoting legislation aimed at growing our state and local economy.

    In their endorsement letter, the Ventura Chamber of Commerce PAC states: “Your past record in the State Assembly, in support of key business legislation, is greatly needed in our state today and your support of small businesses and working families was a major factor in this decision to support your campaign.”

    “It is an honor to receive the support of an organization that does such a wonderful job representing the Ventura business community,” said Strickland. “I will continue to work hard on their behalf and promote an environment that benefits working familes.”

    Commentary in the local monthly magazine Ventura Business said it best…

    • “Rarely has there been such a contrast in business support between two candidates. Tony Strickland supported California businesses 92.77 percent of the time, while Jackson voted favorably for business 13.25 percent of the six-year period.”  – Ventura Business (September 2008)
    • “…Jackson has opposed discount retailers, supported higher local income taxes, car taxes, internet taxes, and increased regulation on businesses. Tony Strickland votes against such job-killing legislation, thereby standing with small businesses and working families.” – Ventura Business (September 2008)

    Tony Strickland, the business candidate for California State Senate District 19.

    Tony Strickland’s Facebook page is here.

    Strickland’s California State Senate website is here.

    And, while you are thinking about, go here and send Tony a few bucks to finance his media campaign.

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    Democrat and Consumer Advocate Erin Brockovich Endorses Tony Strickland for California State Senate


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    Sarah Palin Watch: Pakistan and Gotcha Journalism

    Katie Couric interviews Governor Sarah Palin and Senator John McCain

    Sarah Palin is more relaxed in this interview with Katie Couric and Flap believes more herself. But, she appears somewhat tentative (is she nervous or afraid to make a mistake?) and looks to McCain for approval of some of her statements. McCain really needs to let her go.

    Allah mentions that there are some interview missteps that are in the can and ready to hit later in the week. My God, are we running for Vice President or the Messiah (sorry that one is taken)? CBS should release the whole interview unedited now and let the viewers decide.

    If Governor Palin cannot answer a question or is afraid to express an opinion then she shouldn’t be elected Vice President. However, if you are quizzing her with the intent to purposely cross her up, then what the hell kind of journalism is that?

    Oh, Flap knows. The left-wing AGENDA dominated MSM.


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  • Mike Pence,  Nancy Pelosi

    The Nancy Pelosi Videos of the Day

    Speaker Nancy Pelosi – Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008, Part 1

    Part Two

    Republican Representative Mike Pence of Indiana’s statement.


    “Today Congress took a stand for the American taxpayer and free markets. The American people rejected this corporate bailout and today the People’s House did likewise.

    “It is now imperative that Congress come together and develop a response to the crisis facing our financial markets that reflects the American people’s belief in personal responsibility and fiscal discipline.

    “There are alternatives to the massive federal bailout that Congress rejected. I look forward to working with my colleagues in both parties to develop a response to this crisis that puts taxpayers first and preserves the essential freedom of the American marketplace.”


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  • Democrats,  economics,  GOP,  John McCain

    Why the Democrats Did Not Pass HR 3997 – the Financial Bailout Bill

    Obama Never Took A Position On The Bailout Bill

    Obama’s equivocation in voting “present” (in the video above) and if the House Democrats voted for an unpopular bill then they would be vulnerable in the November elections.

    Duh!

    The House GOP members knew they were being sandbagged by the House Democrat leadership and President Bush – hence the GOP votes against the plan.

    Will McCain get it?

    Only if he wants to be elected……

    Update:

    McCain just read a “milk-toast” statement not reflecting the rancor and angst among American voters. Mac better kick it in gear if he wants to win the Presidency.


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  • John McCain,  Mitt Romney,  Sarah Palin

    Mitt Romney to McCain: Let Palin Be Palin

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    Republican presidential candidate Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., left, accompanied by former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, speaks at an economic roundtable, Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008, in New York

    Mitt Romney correctly criticizes Team McCain on the handling of Sarah Palin.

    “Holding Sarah Palin to just three interviews and microscopically focusing on each interview I think has been a mistake,” Romney said. “I think they’d be a lot wiser to let Sarah Palin be Sarah Palin. Let her talk to the media, let her talk to people.”

    Palin’s limited availability to the press has been repeatedly criticized by Democrats.

    Romney, who was on McCain’s running mate short list, said that, ultimately, Palin’s “maverick” credentials will boost the GOP ticket in November.

    McCain’s handlers are renown for micro-managing. Remember the Soren Dayton flap early on?

    Let Sarah hit the talk shows and even SNL with Tina Fey.

    Next, bring Mitt Romney back to Washington to help craft a GOP successor to the disastrous bailout bill that failed to win passage in the House today.


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  • Democrats,  economics,  GOP

    House Defeats Bailout Bill – What Now?

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    HR 3997 was not passed.

    The House on Monday defeated a $700 billion emergency rescue for the nation’s financial system, ignoring urgent warnings from President Bush and congressional leaders of both parties that the economy could nosedive into recession without it.

    Stocks plummeted on Wall Street even before the 228-205 vote to reject the bill was announced on the House floor.

    Bush and a host of leading congressional figures had implored the lawmakers to pass the legislation despite howls of protest from their constituents back home. Despite pressure from supporters, not enough members were willing to take the political risk just five weeks before an election.

    The fact is the American voters did not support this unprecedented government intervention and do not believe President Bush or Congressional leaders.

    Now, both Barack Obama and John McCain should get their asses back to Washington and work with their respective parties to craft an acceptable compromise solution. Or, get the hell out of the way and let the free market correct the largess of the housing bubble.

    Update:

    The roll call vote is here.

    Flap’s Congressman, Elton Gallegly voted NO.


  • Democrats,  economics,  GOP

    Is the Bailout Dead? House Debate is On

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    HR 3997 has failed to win passage in the House

    Quite a kerfluffle on C-Span with the House debating HR 3997 – Financial Markets Bill.

    Flap will make comments in the right sidebar under Twitter Updates ———>

    Or Follow Flap on Twitter.

    In the meantime watch this video on the Democrats saying:”What Me Worry?”

    At a 2004 hearing see Democrat after Democrat covering up and attacking the regulations to protect Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (their Cash Cows) that are now destroying our economy because the Democrats let them cheat.

    Update:

    Remember when Europeans were ridiculing the United States last week? They are NOT laughing so much now.

    Their solution – nationalize their banks.

    Update #2:

    Gallup Poll says Americans blame Bush and Paulson. Obama is handling crisis the best.

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    But, what has Obama said? He generally approves of the compromise bailout plan of Bush and Paulson.

    Amazing……


  • Barack Obama,  John McCain

    How McCain Wins?

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    Graphic from Electoral-Vote.Com

    In today’s state of the Presidential race, Barack Obama wins the Presidency with 286 electoral college votes. Since last week when financial news has dominated the race, John McCain has cratered in the polls.

    Can John McCain come back and win this race?

    Perhaps but it will be an uphill battle.

    McCain has fumbled the ball in the red zone by not “dealing” with the financial crisis when he had the opportunity pre-debate Friday. He left the campaign trail to return to Washington, suspended his campaign and had an opportunity to “own” the issue. The bailout plan is a disaster and not supported by a majority of American voters, yet McCain says hold your nose and support it. No leadership there – just more of the same.

    As voters become more comfortable with a President Obama and McCain offers nothing different, undecided voters will flock to the Democrat. Voters want change from the Bush Administration of inaction and then another “screw-up.”

    McCain has offered none of the above and will lose.


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