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Saturday, July 02, 2016
EndCorporateHandouts.com shines light on corparate welfare
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Mark Winslow resigned in a self-righteous indignant huff
Instead of resigning from the State Executive Committee with a mea culpa and apologizing for his roll as the Benedict Arnold of the Tennessee Republican Party, Mark Winslow resigned in a self-righteous indignant huff, attacking others. In a resignation letter he wrote, " the TNGOP is really nothing more than a small corrupt group who view our party as their private club and personal piggy bank."
The following was posted to Winslow's Facebook page:
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Mark Winslow resigns his seat on the Republican Party State Executive Committee.
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Mark Winslow |
In 2014 Winslow worked for, SmithWaterhouse, a firm that manages political campaigns and lobbies. As an employee of SmithWatershouse, Winslow managed the campaign of Democrat Mellissa Blackburn who successfully ran for Davidson County Judge, Division II. Her Republican opponent was Marian Fodyce, a well-qualified candidate. After Blackburn's victory, Winslow went to work for her. He continued to serve on the State Republican Party SEC. An honorable person would have either refused to manage the campaign of a Democrat or would have resigned his position with the Party.
As a member of the State Executive Committee of the Republican Party, he served as a voting member of the Davidson County Republican Party Executive Committee. As such, he had access to Republican polling data and strategy and a vote on how much and when to provide funding to Republican candidates. Winslow voted against providing funding to Blackburn's Republican opponent Marian Fodyce.
In April of 2014, when candidates for office were getting on the ballot, Winslow's candidacy for a seat on the SEC was challenged on the grounds that he was not a bonafide Republican based of his working to elect Blackburn described above. Unfortunately, Chris Devaney, Chairman of the Party at that time, refused to uphold the challenge.
For more on Winslow see this post:
Personal attacks, tempers flare at Nashville GOP meeting over Mark Winslow's conflict of interest.
Mark Winslow, member of the Republican Party SEC, is still working for Democrat Judge-elect Melissa Blackburn.
Mark Winslow is still working to elect Democrats to public office.
Judge Rejects Mark Winslow's Defamation Case Against Rep. Fleischmann and Chip Saltsman
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Friday, July 01, 2016
Beacon Center Urges Caution on Healthcare Task Force Proposal
Press release, NASHVILLE – Today, Speaker Beth Harwell's organized healthcare task force, the "3 Start Healthy Project,"
released a tentative outline of their
plan to expand government healthcare in Tennessee. While the Beacon Center has committed to working with task force members on exploring market-based, innovative solutions to improve access and quality of care, they remain cautious of the proposed plan.
Beacon Policy Director Lindsay Boyd,
who testified against Gov. Haslam's
Medicaid expansion proposal
during the 2015
legislative session reacted by stating, "The Beacon Center has serious
reservations about the
direction and shape
this proposal
may take
. Because it is incomplete in regard to the details needed to assess
the sustainability, flexibility, and socio-economic impact of such a program,
we must withhold
judgement as
we continue to
meet and discuss these plans
in greater depth
with members of the task force."
Boyd went on to note, "The Beacon Center remains consistent in our opposition to
an expansion of
Medicaid
under the Affordable Care Act,
and will not support efforts that may jeopardize the state's autonomy, economy, and access to care for those most vulnerable patients already enrolled in the state's already crowded Medicaid program."
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Beth Harwell task force pitches TennCare expansion plan
TennCare would be expanded via a phase-in program that places priority on veterans and people with mental health or substance abuse disorders ...(link)
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Will Pinkston and Jackson Miller square off in forum focused on discipline
by Jason Gonzales, The Tennessean- Will Pinkston and Jackson Miller met in a public forum for the first time since each declared his candidacy for Nashville schools District 7 more than five months ago. ... "Budgets really are a reflection of our values. If we value certain outcomes then we need to put the money behind it to make it happen," Pinkston said. ... Miller, however, has called for increased freedom for principals to do what is right for their schools and communities. ..., he said numerous times the district doesn't need more top-down mandates, but the ability for schools to change the working culture and environment. "Just having money in the budget isn't enough." (link)
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The 2nd Amendment is Homeland Secuity rally July 2.
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Mark your Calendars, Save the Date: Saturday, July 2nd at 10 AM
Location: Charlie Daniels Park, MT Juliet, TN Map Link.
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Tennessee Legislative ratings from Americans for Prosperity. Who are the "Taxpayer Heroes" and "Taxpayer Zereos"
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Thursday, June 30, 2016
Gov. Haslam Says He's Going To Try To Help Republican Lawmakers Win, Not Trump
By Anna Butrico, Nashville Public Radio - Governor Bill Haslam may not ever endorse Donald Trump. Tennessee’s Republican Governor has been hesitant to give his official support for the GOP nominee. Haslam now says he doesn’t plan to focus on the presidential race. .... “I haven’t been real excited about some of the things he said. I guess that’s the best way to put it." (link)
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Wednesday, June 29, 2016
Grant Starrett is not going to birng up that stuff about Scott DeJarlais pressuring his misstress and his wife to have abortions.
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Grant Starrett |
In a video posted to his official campaign Facebook account, Starrett stated:
“I've gone out of my way not to talk about Scott DesJarlais' personal life, instead I've highlighted our differences in vision, in policy, and how we'd approach the job of being a Congressman. And what I'm going to tell you today, is that is exactly what I'm going to continue to do. I'm going to talk about just that: our policy differences. I'm not going to attack Scott DesJarlais' personal life.
Now, make no mistake, we will have a vigorous debate over policy. I find Scott DesJarlais' record in Washington unacceptable. I'm going to continue to talk about the fact that Scott DesJarlais has voted for hundreds of millions of dollars in Obama's military cuts, he's voted for hundreds of billions of dollars in Obama's food stamps, and he continuously refuses to define when life begins. I know when Tennesseans know the real DesJarlais record, I will win this election.
And if DesJarlais feels that he has a record he can run on, he's welcome to join me in this battle of ideas, because that's exactly what he called for when he ran for reelection last time. His campaign said that they left 'The negative personal mudslinging to political opponents knowing that voters want to focus on issues, not personal attacks,' and that 'It is just the sort of disgusting gutter politics we'd expected from Nancy Pelosi and her allies in Washington.' That's exactly what Scott DesJarlais has called for.
"Look, ultimately, as Christians, our sins will be held accountable by God. As Americans, our politicians will be held accountable by the people. Let's make this election about how to help Tennessee families, not about how to attack each other's."
In 2014 and 2012 DesJarlais’s campaign decried personal attacks from his political opponents:
"DesJarlais spokesman Robert Jameson called the piece "just the sort of disgusting gutter politics we'd expected from [U.S. House Democratic leader] Nancy Pelosi and her allies in Washington."
http://www.timesfreepress.com/news/local/story/2014/jul/13/tracy-rakes-up-abortion-scandal-against-desjarlais/252060/
"We have focused on his official work in Washington and Tennessee and left the negative personal mudslinging to political opponents knowing that voters want a focus on issues, not personal attacks," spokesman Robert Jameson told National Journal."
http://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2014/09/what-does-it-take-to-get-voted-out-of-congress/455712/
"He's chosen to engage in these same sort of gutter politics that Tennesseans have rejected in the last two elections."
http://www.timesfreepress.com/news/local/story/2014/jul/13/tracy-rakes-up-abortion-scandal-against-desjarlais/252060/
"Desperate personal attacks do not solve our nation’s problems, yet it appears that there are those who choose to continue to engage in the same gutter politics that were characterized by national media as the nastiest in the nation just two years ago."
http://nooga.com/157766/rep-scott-desjarlais-remains-silent-amid-allegations-he-pressured-mistress-to-have-abortion/
"They have once again resorted to pure character assassination."
http://nooga.com/157766/rep-scott-desjarlais-remains-silent-amid-allegations-he-pressured-mistress-to-have-abortion/
My Comment: I would like to see Scott Desjarlais defeated. I think it matters even it you vote pro-life but pressure your pregnant mistress to get an abortion. If you do, you are not a person of character and I think character matters. This issue has been used against Scott Desjarlais before however and apparently his constituents do not care; they have elected him and reelected him. I have heard chatter that the Desjarlais's campaign has sent out a hit piece of Grant Starrett. I have not seen it and this is not confirmed and I do not know the context but have been told it was a nasty personal attack. If anyone has the piece please shoot a picture of it and mail it to me at Rodwilliams47@yahoo.com.
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Tuesday, June 28, 2016
Bellevue Republican Breakfast Club meets July 2nd. Guest speaker Nathan Massey.
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Nathan Massey |
Betty
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First Tuesday, Wednesday July 6th. Special guest Steve Allbrooks and Scottie Nell Hughes.
From Tim Skow
HAPPY JULY 4th !!!!
WHAT A MONTH JULY is going to be in political history !!!
After a slew of candidates, controversies galore and MILLIONS spent... the preliminaries are over. PHASE 2 of electing a new President is at hand.
The Republican Party National Convention starts 2 weeks !
On Wednesday, July 6th ... at the July version of 1ST TUESDAY... you are about to get a personal preview of what is LIKELY take place in Cleveland !
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Scottie Nell Hughes |
....... AND..... Tea Party News Network Anchor and noted political contributor to FOX News, CNN and more, SCOTTIE NELL HUGHES.
This will be a VERY insightful event. Learn what to expect. Hear what may happen... AND... what to watch out for ! As always, doors at Waller Law [511 Union Street -27th floor] open 11am. Lunch from Copper Kettle Catering is $20 for Members and $25 for Guests begins at 11:30 with program at Noon sharp ! Secure seats for you, friends and those you care to invite at www.1sttuesdaynashville.com
Make plans, pass the word and join us on WEDNESDAY ! Enjoy this day.... and remember why we celebrate July 4th ! Look forward to seeing you on Wednesday... July 6th at 1ST TUESDAY !
Tim Skow, Host of 1ST TUESDAY
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NOAH to host school board candidate forum tonight.
NOAH is hosting a a candidates forum tonight for District 5 school board candidates and other forums for District 7 and 9 to follow.
NOAH describes itself like this: "A faith led coalition that is multi-racial and interdenominational
comprised of congregations, community organizations, and labor unions
that work to give voice to traditionally marginalized people. NOAH
engages ordinary people in the political and economic decisions
affecting their lives, acting as a unified voice for the faith and
justice community to act on its values in the public arena."
I would normally not expect candidates who are not in the pocket of unions to not get a fair hearing at a NOAH forum. NOAH would be predisposed to support the candidates who support unions. Member organizations of NOAH include the teachers union (MNEA), and SEIU Local 205, as well as several other unions. Organized labor has been a stumbling block to education reform. Having said that however, their is a fissure in the left of center spectrum especially in the Black community when it comes to education. Many African-Americans and white progressives have warmed to the idea of school choice and are sick of bad schools. There are numerous examples of charter schools producing college-bound graduates instead of prison-bound dropouts. So, while NOAH may be predisposed to support opposition to education reform, the message of rejecting the status quo and striving to have a good school for every child regardless of the zip code may resonate with many of those who attend a NOAH event.
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Monday, June 27, 2016
State Loses Hearing, Shampoo Case Will Move Forward
Press release, NASHVILLE – In a major decision, the Beacon Center's lawsuit against the state of
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Tammy Pritchard fights for right to earn to earn a living washing hair |
In denying the state's request to throw out the suit, Chancellor Carol McCoy stated that she has never heard of any safety issues with shampooing. She went on to note that our client deserves to have her day in court.
Beacon's client Tammy Pritchard was ecstatic. She exclaimed, "Down in my soul, I am so happy. I am truly overwhelmed at this ruling."
Beacon Director of Litigation Braden Boucek added, "I am very pleased with this result, it is a great day for freedom in Tennessee. We are one step closer to restoring the constitutional right to earn a living for Tennesseans like Tammy."
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Antioch neighbors oppose affordable housing development and property rights be damned!
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This is what the proposed project would look like. |
My Comment. "I really want more affordable housing in Nashville, but don't put it in my backyard," say many Nashville political leaders. "Also, we really don't care about property rights, we represent the concerns of our constituents."
"Tax credit" properties are not "projects." If no one tells you, you would never know the funding to build the units included tax credits. They are not income-based but are priced to be affordable to people who may make a modest income. For more on this story see this link and this.
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Corker: We can protects due process rights and keeps guns out of terrorist hands
By Melanie Hunter, CNSNews.com, June 27, 2016- Sen. Bob Corker (R-Tenn.), chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee,
told CNN’s “State of the Union with Jake Tapper” that Congress can
still pass a bill that “protects 2nd Amendment rights” and keeps guns out of terrorist hands.
Tapper asked Corker about a gun control bill introduced by Sen. Susan
Collins (R-Maine) last week after four other gun control bills were
defeated along party lines. Collins’ bill would ban people on the
government’s no fly list from buying guns. The bill fell shy of the 60
votes needed to advance it. Only eight Republicans voted for it, and
Corker was not one of them.
Opponents of the bill were reportedly concerned
about due process. They objected to the government being able to block
the sale of a weapon without first demonstrating probable cause to a
judge that the person trying to buy the gun was a terrorist. .... Corker said a gun control bill introduced by Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) seems like a better option, because it doesn’t have the same due process concerns that the Collins bill does. (link)
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We cannot, under any circumstances, afford to lose the House.
I doubt I am going to vote for Trump. The one reason I may, if I do, is that I do not want Hillary picking the next Supreme Court Justice. There are many reasons I could never vote for Hillary. My primary reasons why I probably won't vote for Trump is that he may start a world wide trade war, may actually deport 11 million Mexicans which would be a humanitarian crisis and could destabilize Mexico, may allow the U.S. to default on our debt which could cause a major world wide depression which in addition to suffering and starvation could destabilize nations and disrupt the balance of power to our disadvantage. The minor reasons I am not likely to vote for Trump is that he is an offensive, crude, bombastic, egomaniac, bully. He still could persuade me to vote for him, but he would have a lot of persuading to do.
Should Hillary be elected she would most likely serve only one term. If she wins and Republicans can hold the Senate and the House, we can mitigate the damage she can do. Realistically however, if she wins, Democrats probably retake the Senate for at least the first two years. If we can keep the win below 60 seats however, we can still do a lot to mitigate her mischief and frustrate her policies, if we can hold the House. We must hold the House!
I am not sure how I am going to vote or if I am going to vote for president. I am responding to this appeals to hold the House however. If you are going to vote for Trump or not, please join me in trying to save the House.
Ted Cruz
It's easy to get distracted by the non-stop coverage of the presidential election, but we must not overlook those up for election to Congress.
We cannot, under any circumstances, afford to lose the House.
If we do, there won't be anything stopping Nancy Pelosi and her liberal allies from trampling all over your constitutional rights.
That's why I'm personally asking you to join me in supporting House Conservatives as they fight for the principles that you and I share.
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Senator Ted Cruz
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TNGOP Response to "Whole Women's Health" SCOTUS Decision
NASHVILLE, Tenn.-June 27, 2016—In a 5-3 decision, the United States Supreme Court today found
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http://www.iwillchooselife.com/ |
Two provisions of the Texas law were challenged: admitting privileges for doctors and surgical standards. Media outlets have reported the decision may have an impact on similar laws here in Tennessee. Reaction from pro-life advocates and conservative voices was swift.
State Senator Becky Duncan Massey (R—Knoxville) remarked, "Women's health should not be a political football. Today's decision undermines several initiatives to ensure women and their safety are prioritized. We will recommit to ensuring Tennessee stays on the path of valuing life, health, and safety."
State Representative Susan Lynn (R—Mt. Juliet) stated, "Today's Supreme Court decision is a disappointing moment for women's health in Tennessee. Once again, the Court has found a way to circumvent the will of the people. I am firmly committed to making sure that life is protected and that women are not put into risky medical situations. That's what we will continue working toward in the General Assembly."
Tennessee Republican Party National Committeewoman Peggy Lambert said, "It is not a mistake that life is the first inalienable right. This dangerous decision puts women at risk and ensures that more innocent lives will be taken. As a Party, we are committed to advancing proposals that value the essential human right to life and fighting back against an industry that values profit over safety."
In response to the decision, the TNGOP launched a pro-life petition to rally Tennesseans around the causes of women’s health and the protection of life. The petition may be found at: www.IwillChooseLife.com
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Sunday, June 26, 2016
Rachel Maddow: Orlando attack follows ISIS 'soft target' call
This video is diffidently worth watching. It explains why "lone wolf" terrorist attacks are still "terror attacks."
Rachel
Maddow is one of my least favorite on-air news personalities, or news
reporters, or commentators, or whatever the term may be. She makes me
cringe. Her smug, cutesy, preachy, unfiltered self-righteous liberalism makes
be want to throw things at the TV. I feel the same way about her as I
am sure many liberals must feel about Rush Limbaugh. She is not boring
however and despite my dislike for her, I still occasionally watch her. I
was surprised recently to see her explain something better than I have
heard it explained by anyone else. I must give her credit. I guess
even a blind pig finds an acorn every once in while.
In this report Rachel Maddow explores the way the ISIS terrorist organization encourages attacks on western civilian targets by followers who act independently and are not given specific orders. ISIS gives a general order for their followers in the West to not come to the Middle East to join ISIS on the battlefield but tells them to commit terrorist attacks on the infidels where they are. ISIS says do not ask permission or coordinate with us; just do it. They also say hit soft targets; that does more to spread terror than hitting military or hardened targets. ISIS also tells their followers to make it know they are doing it as an act of Jihad and are loyal to ISIS. Maddow does a great job of laying all of this out.
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Stand for Children endores Sigler (34th district). Cox (45th), Lockhart (47th), and Whitson (65th).
Christy Sigler (District 34) – As a lawyer specializing in child welfare, she is committed to fight for high education standards.
Beth Cox (District 45) – With a proven track record of working for students as the Chairman of the Sumner County Board of Education, she is focus on finding and retaining the best teachers for our children.
Will Lockhart (District 47) – As the husband of a kindergarten teacher, he has made high quality public education a top priority and understands the importance of working to close the achievement gap.
Sam Whitson (District 65) – With 5 grandchildren in Tennessee public schools, his focus is on college and career readiness for all students.
How do we know that these candidates will be a stand-out voice for our children?
We endorsed them after reviewing their responses to a candidate survey, conducting phone interviews, and reaching consensus within Stand for Children Tennessee’s Statewide Endorsement Committee.
Help us spread the word that these candidates speak for us on education and stand with us to ensure that every child receives the education they deserve. Stay tuned for more information about the 2016 election!
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