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« Reply #75 on: January 03, 2011, 11:35:21 AM »

14 DECEMBER 2011

CHRISTIE TO APPOINT MODERATE REPUBLICAN FRANK LOBIONDO TO SENATE



As Senator Frank Lautenberg has vacated the Senate due to health concerns, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie (R) has announced that he will appoint moderate Republican Congressman Frank LoBiondo. Christie maintains " I am pleased to appoint a true fighter for New Jersey to the Senate. Both Frank LoBiondo's colleagues and his constituents can attest to his bipartisan approach to problem solving and his common-sense perspective. While Frank will be causing with the Republicans, I have no doubt that he will cross the aisle on issues such as the environment, spending and other issues. That is why I am proud to choose Frank; he has proven to be an independent voice for New Jersey and I expect him to do well in the Senate."

A Class II Special Election will be held next November in conjunction with the Regular Class I election, thus the seats of both New Jersey Senators, Menendez and LoBiondo, will be up for election. Most analysts predict LoBiondo will run for a full term.
While this appointment narrows the Democratic Majority in the Senate to just 51-49, there is some good news for Democrats:
-As a result of redistricting, LoBiondo's vacant House seat has a projected PVI of D+3. This will be a prime pickup opportunity for House Democrats. With Obama coattails in New Jersey, LoBiondo's House seat is now a top priority for the DCCC.
-Because LoBiondo will be running for a full term, his voting record will undoubtedly move even further to the left. Already, he has voted for such things as Cap and Trade. Democrats will have his vote on many key pieces of legislature. Also, because he is endorsed by Christie and has high name recognition, he LoBiondo will be relatively safe from a primary challenge.
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« Reply #76 on: January 03, 2011, 11:50:14 AM »
« Edited: January 03, 2011, 01:16:19 PM by IDS Legislator MilesC56 »

15 DECEMBER 2011

PPP: New Jersey Poll


Analysis: In our first look at the NJ  Special Election, Frank LoBiondo is in pretty decent shape. While only 59% of Republicans view him favorably, he gets the approval of 23% of Democrats; that type of crossover support is rare in this climate. He narrowly leads two Democrats in hypothetical matches and a strong plurality of respondents see him as moderate. Because Republicans will likely vote for LoBiondo anyway in the general election, his primary focus now should be to build up a center-left voting record to attract even more Democrats. Senator Bob Mendez posts slightly positive, but mediocre, approvals, as he has his entire term.

Do approve of Governor Christie's choice of Frank LoBiondo?
Yes-39%
No-29%
Unsure-32%

Do you approve of Senator Menedez's job performance?
Yes-41%
No-39%

In the Special Election this November, would you vote for Frank LoBiondo(R) or Jon Adler(D)?
LoBiondo-40%
Adler-37%

In the Special Election this November, would you vote for Frank LoBiondo(R) or Rush Holt(D)?
LoBiondo-42%
Holt-39%

Would you consider LoBiondo to be conservative, liberal, or moderate?
Moderate-41%
Conservative-27%
Liberal-21%

New Jersey District 2 Poll

Did you approve of the work Frank LoBiondo did as your Representative?
Yes-60%
No-34%

Generally speaking, in 2012, would you vote for Barack Obama or a Republican?
Obama-46%
Republican-42%

Are you planning to vote to elect Sen. LoBiondo to a full term in 2012?
Yes-59%
No-30%
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« Reply #77 on: January 04, 2011, 11:11:18 AM »

27 DECEMBER 2011

After a contentious Republican debate and with one week leading up to the Iowa caucus, Governor Branstad endorses Mitt Romney. While this endorsement gives the Romney campaign extra speed going into the final week, many wonder if it will be enough to overtake Huckabee, as most polls have Romney and Palin in a close contest- for second place.



While this is no doubt a very high-profile and crucial endorsement, other Republican heavyweights have also made endorsements:

Romney Endorsements:
-Gov. Terry Branstad
-Sen. Chuck Grassley
-Gov. Scott Walker
-Gov. Tom Corbett
-Sen. Roy Blunt
-Sen. Kelly Ayotte
-Sen. Mark Kirk
-Frmr Sen. Connie Mack
-Gov. Ric Snyder
-Frmr. Chair Michael Steele
-Sen. Lindsey Graham
-Frmr Sen. Mel Martinez


Huckabee Endorsements:
-Sen. David Vitter
-Sen. John Boozman
-Gov. Bobby Jindal
-Gov. Bill Haslam
-Gov. Bob Bentley
-Frmr. Gov Bob Riley
-Rep. Duncan Hunter
-Sen. Bob Corker
-Frmer Sen. Trent Lott
-Frmer Sen. Rick Santorum
-Chuck Norris


Palin Endorsements:
-Sen. Jim DeMint
-Rep. Michele Bachmann
-Rep. Steve King
-Gov. Susana Martinez
-Gov. Jan Brewer
-John Raese
-Gov. Nikki Haley
-Sen. Mike Lee
-Sen. Rand Paul
-Sen. John McCain
-Gov. John Kasich
-Gov. Rick Perry
-Sen. Ron Johnson
-Sen. Jim Inhofe


Gingrich Endorsements:
-Gov. Nathan Deal
-Sen. Jeff Sessions
-Rep. Eric Cantor
-Sen. Richard Burr
-Sen. Lamar Alexander
-Sen. John Kyl




Selzer and Co.: Iowa GOP Poll

Huckabee: 31%
Romney:25%
Palin:24%
Gingrich:14%

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« Reply #78 on: January 05, 2011, 11:33:41 AM »

30 DECEMBER 2011

With only days until the Iowa Caucus, pollsters are making final calls.

It seems that Huckabee is set to pull off another Iowa win. In the general election, Huckabee and Romney essentially tie Obama while Gingirch and Palin trail badly.

SurveyUSA:
Huckabee- 30%
Romney-26%
Palin-26%
Gingirch-14%

Selzer and Co.Sad
Huckabee-31%
Palin-26%
Romney-25%
Gingrich-15%

General Election Polls: (IA only)

Huckabee- 45%
Obama- 44%

Obama-46%
Romney-44%

Obama-53%
Palin-40%

Obama-52%
Gingrich-38%
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« Reply #79 on: January 06, 2011, 06:51:35 PM »

1 JANUARY 2012

In seeking a return to the Senate after a 2-year "hiatus" Democrat Russ Feingold has picked up his first, and probably only challenger, Republican House freshman Sean Duffy. In 2010, Duffy won an open seat that was being vacated by 42-year veteran Democrat David Obey. Citied as one of the most ambitious GOP rising stars, most predict that the Republican establishment, as well as the majority of the WI Tea Party, will back Duffy.


  
Duffy:
In 2010, the news of my candidacy sent David Obey running for retirement. This year, we will challenge another typical politician; Russ Feingold. In his all too-long 18 years in the Senate, Mr. Feingold supported irresponsible legislation, such as bloated budgets, the job-killing healthcare bill as well as the wasteful stimulus package. Mr. Feingold's Senate record can be characterized as reckless and inconsiderate. In short , Wisconsin cannot allow this tax-and-spend liberal to return to Washington.
That is why I am running for Senate. I want to give the voters of this state the choice that they deserve. The differences between Mr. Feingold and myself could not be more stark. As your Senator, I will follow in the footsteps of Senator Johnson. In this state that has sent Democrats to the Senate for years, my friend Senator Johnson was truly a breath of fresh air. In the House, I have fought for conservative principles; I have offered up amendments to reign in the reckless budget that House Republicans inherited from the Pelosi days. I have made sure our troops and military have had the funds that they need to succeed. I have worked closely with Speaker Boehner and Chairman Paul Ryan to cut funding to wasteful government programs.
In 2010, Republicans put Wisconsin on a new a path to freedom and prosperity. In 2012, I am confident that Wisconsin voters will continue to approve of the Republican's solutions. Thank you!


Feingold Sad
My friends, 2012 is here!! This is our chance! This will be our year to reclaim Wisconsin!! During 2011, while I was teaching at Marquette University, I was also travelling the state, talking to middle class families. Because of the policies of Congressional Republicans are advocating, these hard-working citizens are hurting. That is why I want to go back to the Senate; I will stand up for our middle class just like did for 18 years.
While Representative Ryan is quick to brag about his accomplishments for business, I have rarely heard him discuss his plans for our middle-class and the unemployed. In fact, if it were up to Rep. Duffy, the government would play no role in creating or sustaining jobs, rather, our workers would be at the mercy of market forces. Imagine if FDR shared Mr. Duffy's views! The Great Depression would have lasted for decades! My friends, that is why my opponent is too extreme for Wisconsin.
When I was in the Senate, I was famous for my disdain for lobbyists. So far, Mr. Duffy has taken almost $500,000 from oil and financial interests. Senator Johnson has already proven that he serves the Chamber of Commerce, not the citizens of Wisconsin. We don't need to reward greed again by electing another Republican to the Senate.  


A PPP hypothetical poll back in November found Feingold leading Duffy 46-36, however, to many, Duffy was unkown.
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« Reply #80 on: January 06, 2011, 07:27:05 PM »

1 JANUARY 2012

With 2012 beginning, here is our Senate polling outlook:



D: 19
R: 9
I: 1
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« Reply #81 on: January 08, 2011, 02:10:11 AM »

3 JANUARY 2012

The Iowa Caucus

With almost all votes in, the winner is...MIKE HUCKABEE.



As most pollsters and analysts had predicted Huckabee finished strong while Palin and Romney fought for second place. Gingrich finished a distant fourth with less than 12%.




Geographically, Romney was not able to extend his reach beyond the more liberal counties in the east. On the opposite side of the state, we see a similar issue with Palin. While she built up an impressive firewall in the west, and won a few central counties, she underperformed in the northern-central region, as conservatives there broke for Huckabee. Gingrich failed to carry a single county.

"Tonight is a great night not only for my campaign and for Iowa voters, but for the entire conservative grassroots movement that is sweeping the nation. As I've traveled Iowa, and the nation, people have been coming up to me saying "Mike, what are we going to do about our future? Will you please run for President." I felt like I had nothing less than an obligation to the American people; I had to run so that America can have the type of honest government that it deserves. That is why we won tonight; Iowa Republicans approve of my new direction for America. A Huckabee Administration will involve transparent leadership and accountability.
My friends, what we have now is crisis of leadership that must be corrected. Iowa voters showed tonight that they trust my tested, conservative and responsible record of governing. When I go to Washington, I will end this mentality of  trying to 'spend our problems away.' I understand that we must build a new economy by staying within our means and cutting back on waste. I haven't lived my life waiting for the government to rescue me; instead, I knew that the path to prosperity would require me to be hard-working and patient; those are the values I will fight for. As President, I will work closely with Speaker Boehner and Leader McConnell to craft legislation that will carry out these values. We must realize that government today is doing much more harm than good, like wasting our tax dollars with the Stimulus bill and taking choice away from our consumers with the job-killing Healthcare bill. As President, I will fight tooth-and-nail to repeal these massive intrusions of government into our lives, because I believe in the power of the free market, and more importantly, the American people.
My friends, while we will enjoy this victory tonight, tomorrow, its on to New Hampshire. This victory will give our campaign the crucial momentum it needs to go forward in these next few weeks. On to New Hampshire, on to the White House!"
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« Reply #82 on: January 08, 2011, 09:39:02 PM »
« Edited: January 09, 2011, 02:54:33 PM by IDS Legislator MilesC56 »

6 JANUARY 2012

While Huckabee emerged from the Iowa caucus with a 6-point victory, New Hampshire, Nevada and South Carolina seem like they will different stories for Huckabee.
Romney and Palin are both approaching 40% in NV and SC, respectively. Interestingly, NH seems like it will be surprisingly close.

University of New Hampshire: GOP Poll
Romney-36%
Palin- 31%
Huckabee- 15%
Gingrich- 9%

Mason-Dixion: NV GOP Poll
Romney- 37%
Palin- 26%
Huckabee- 17%
Gingrich- 10%

Quinnipiac: SC GOP Poll
Palin- 38%
Huckabee- 25%
Gingrich- 16%
Romney- 14%
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« Reply #83 on: January 09, 2011, 09:18:32 PM »

6 JANUARY 2012

We can project that Mitt Romney will win the low-profile Wyoming Convention in 2 days. Also, new polling from Michigan shows Romney well ahead. Much of the state Republican Party, including Governor Snyder and Lt. Gov Brian Calley have backed Romney.

Detroit News: GOP Primary Poll
Romney- 41%
Palin- 23%
Huckabee- 19%
Gingrich- 10%

With Gingrich very low in the polls and Huckabee investing heavily in the later-to-come southern states, it looks at this point like a contest between Romney and Palin.

With the New Hampshire, South Carolina and Nevada primaries approaching, high profile statewide figures in those states are making endorsements:


NH
Sen. Kelly Ayotte is returning a favor from 2010 and endorsing Sarah Palin. Ironically, the man Palin helped Ayotte beat in her primary, Ovide Lamontgne is also getting behing Palin.


The highest endorsement Romney got was from Former Senator Judd Gregg. Gregg, whose father was a Governor, still holds considerable clout with Republicans in his home state. He also remains popular with Independent voters; since this will be an open primary, Gregg will be critical to drawing Independents to vote for Romney.


NV
Romney is winning the endorsement war here. Early on, he was endorsed by Governor Brian Sandoval. Since then, he has been endorsed by Former NV Party Chair Sue Lowden and Congressman Joe Heck. Also, embattled Senator John Ensign has backed him, who is in the fight of his life to keep his party's nomination; Ensign is hoping that Romney, will also endorse him. Senate candidate Dean Heller has yet to endorse. The sole, but influential, major endorsement Palin has received is from 2010 Senate nominee Sharron Angle. Despite her larger-than-expected loss in 2010, Angle is popular with the Tea Party and she is rallying conservatives for Palin.



SC
SC seems to be a reversal of NV, as Palin has racked up far more endorsements here than Romney. Despite Huckabee's southern roots, his campaign isn't very competitive here. Two of Palin's foremost political allies, Sen. DeMint and Governor Haley almost immediately endorsed her. Also, Congressional freshman Mick Mulvaney and Trey Gowdy, who were swept in with the 2010 wave, have campaign for Palin.
Senator Lindsey Graham, a sure 2014 "target" for the tea party, has endorsed Romney, along with Former Congressman Bob Inglis, himself a victim of the tea party. As in NH, Romney's strategy here involves getting Independents to vote Republican. While polls show him trailing by about 13% with only Republicans, Romney will try to net in as many moderate Independents as possible.

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« Reply #84 on: January 10, 2011, 01:23:51 PM »
« Edited: January 13, 2011, 06:14:47 PM by IDS Legislator MilesC56 »

7 JANUARY 2012

In our latest Senate development, it looks like the race to replace Kay Bailey Hutchison has gotten more interesting. Barbara Bush, daughter of former President George W. Bush, has announced that she will seek that seat. Bush (30), would be the youngest woman ever elected to the Senate.
The Republican field already includes State Ag. Commissioner Todd Staples, Rep. Mike Conaway, Rep. Blake Farenthold and Speaker of the TX House Joe Straus.

 

PPP: Texas GOP Poll

While Bush is leading by a solid 14 points, she will probably need to do more campaigning, especially with her father, if she hopes to avoid a runoff. At this point, Bush is definitely looking like the frontrunner.

Do you approve of the job Kay Bailey Hutchison did in the Senate?
Yes- 45%
No- 45%

Do you have a favorable view of George W. Bush?
Yes-71%
No-21%

Who are you leaning towards voting for in the Republican primary?
Bush- 37%
Staples- 23%
Straus- 15%
Conaway- 12%
Farenthold- 11%

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« Reply #85 on: January 10, 2011, 03:55:42 PM »

8 JANUARY 2012

Mitt Romney has won the Wyoming GOP Convention.




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« Reply #86 on: January 17, 2011, 09:04:37 PM »

10 JANUARY 2012

Tonight, Mitt Romney gets two steps closer to the Republican nomination. In New Hampshire, he has held off a close challenge from Sarah Palin. Because the New Hampshire GOP has drifted further to the right, Palin came within striking distance of winning. However, it roughly 35% of the voters in this primary were Independent; these voters most likely put Romney over the top. Final numbers have Romney winning by less than two points, a close but sweet win for the Governor.




In Michigan, Romney has won a commanding victory. Romney's father, George, was the Governor of Michigan in the 60's and Romney himself is a native of Detroit.





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« Reply #87 on: January 23, 2011, 04:38:16 PM »

21 JANUARY 2012

In the second major round of primaries, Mitt Romney and Sarah Palin each score landslide victories. While this contest seems to be turning into a match between Palin and Romney, the Huckabee campaign insists that it is investing more in the later, Super Tuesday states. It seems all but immanent that Newt Gingrich will drop out before Super Tuesday, as he has garnered 10% or less of the vote in most primaries so far.

In Nevada Mitt Romney has scored a 23-point point victory over Sarah Palin.





"Thank you Nevada! This night marks my fourth primary victory in row! With the help, support and votes of our friends around the county, we will be on the road to the Republican nomination.
All my life, I have been fighting liberalism; the same liberalism that is being embraced by the White House. I've seen first-hand the effects of this corrosive philosophy. In Massachusetts, I ran against Ted Kennedy. While the outcome wasn't exactly what I wanted, I was proud to take a stand for the conservative movement. Years later, my efforts were repaid as the people of Massachusetts elected me to be their governor. Before I was elected, Massachusetts was one of the great epicenters of liberalism, like Nancy Pelosi's San Francisco, or Barack Obama's Chicago. I put my state on a course to financial success and long-term sustainability because of the bold consevartive actions I took in the statehouse. Also, as governor, I built as a solid record of bipartisanship with the Democratic Legislature. These two things, conservatism and bipartisanship, will be the outline of a Romney presidency.  
I think my record stands on solid. I've had vast experience in both sectors, private and public. My approach of fiscal restraint and living within my means has been the cornerstone of my life's endeavors. I've done that with the Olympics, I've done that in Massachusetts and I'll do that in the Washington as your president.
In my public work, I have fought to strengthen the American people. And let me tell you, we need to call on the strength of America; you don't strengthen government, you strengthen the American people. You strengthen the American people by letting them keep more of their own money, and not taxing their families at death. You strengthen the American people by securing our borders and by insisting that the children who come legally to this land are taught in English. And perhaps most importantly, you strengthen the American people when you strengthen the American family; this is why the Republican party place such an emphasis on family values. If our families are strong, our children will be better suited for the challenges of America in the future.
Now is the time, starting here in Nevada, for conservatives, Republicans and Americans to stand together, to lead a great coalition of strength! For our families, for our economy and for our country. We will win this nomination and we will win in November! God bless Nevada, and may God bless this great land!"
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« Reply #88 on: January 23, 2011, 05:20:51 PM »

21 JANUARY 2012

The second major primary of the night, South Carolina, has handily gone to Sarah Palin.

The former Alaska governor has won by a commanding 22-points (similar to Romney's margin in Nevada).


In something of a symbolic gesture, Palin is introduced by her former running-mate, John McCain. McCain, who won the SC primary in 2008, is widely credited for giving Palin here vast political clout.

McCain:
"My friends, tonight I am proud to stand with you. More importantly, I have the privilege of introducing one of America's greatest patriots, Sarah Palin.
In 2008, when I chose to share my ticket with Governor Palin, I knew she had potential. Over these years, she has lived out her potential and I am confident that their is more to come! Even though the election did not favor us in the end, I am still proud to stand with Sarah! She has traveled the country and, I assure you, no one is more in touch with the thoughts and needs of our people than Sarah! As she has gone around the country, she has helped to prop up candidates who will be faithful to our great Constitution and who will carry out an agenda that will emphasize service to the American people. Because of the efforts of people like Sarah, and concerned, patriotic citizens across the country, the American people took away Nancy Pelosi's majority in the House! In 2012, I am confident that we can put Harry Reid and Barack Obama out of power as well! In 2008, conservatism was declared 'dead' by the media. Boy, were they wrong! In 2010, we made an unprecedented comeback and in 2012, with Sarah Palin, we will make a full-scale sweep of Washington! Please welcome Governor Palin!"

 


Palin:
 My friends, lets thank Senator McCain for that great introduction. He is right, 2012 will be a year of great Republican gains. I have been going around the country trying to get constitutional conservative candidates, like John McCain, elected to Congress. Thanks to our efforts, and the power of the tea party, the American fired Nancy Pelosi and said "No!" to her socialist agenda. This year, Americans will send a similar message to the White House and to the Senate! President Obama and Leader Reid will be joining Pelosi on the sidelines of American politics as new conservative Republicans will be elected! The President claims that he is running as grassroots campaign, but nothing is more grassroots than the average citizens in the tea party who are backing my candidacy.
My friends, South Carolina is ground zero for the state of our country. It suffers an unemployment rate of 9.2% and prices for even the most common things are rising. With the landmark of election of Governor Haley in 2010, this state is once again on its way to prosperity. As President, I will reinforce Governor Haley's efforts by enacting pro-growth polices that will make life for South Carolinians, and for all Americans, better and freer. I have a record of  protecting of Americans and taxpayers, such as my vetoes of wasteful spending and my strong executive experiences.
In the 80's Ronald Reagan didn't get America back on track by spending and expanding government. Rather, he promoted common-sense conservatism that sparked the innovative nature of our country. The result was a thriving economy. Lets be clear; 2012 will be 1980 all over again!
As president, I will work my Momma Grizzlies and constitutional conservatives in Congress to reenact measures that are similar to those of President Reagan's were in the 80's.
For now, it will a time of campaigning. Thank you South Carolina, the momentum we have built here will carry use through to the Republican nomination and into the White House! God bless the Republican party, God bless the tea party, and Gob bless America!
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« Reply #89 on: January 23, 2011, 06:17:52 PM »

21 JANUARY 2012

With only a few primaries left until Super Tuesday, Romney has a commanding lead with projected delegates.



Romney-156
Palin-54
Huckabee-35
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« Reply #90 on: January 24, 2011, 08:34:16 PM »

In addition to the Presidential and Senate races, 2012 will have some closely watched Gubernatorial races. Specifically, the contests in North Carolina and Washington will be quite interesting. In both states, we have unpopular, blond, female Democratic incumbents.
In Washington, despite a net approval rating of -16, Gov. Gregoire will be running for a third term, as WA has no Gubernatorial term limits. Her opponent will be the well-respected WA Attny. General Rob McKenna.
In North Carolina, Gov. Bev Perdue will be fighting for a second term in a rematch against former Charlotte mayor Pat McCrory. Despite her poor approvals, she remains competitive in the polls because some rural voters are hesitant to support a city slicker like McCrory.



PPP: NC Gov. Poll
Perdue Approval: 38/51
McCrory Favorable: 44/41

NC Gov. General Election:
McCrory- 46%
Perdue^- 41%

PPP: Washington Gov. Poll
Gregoire Approval: 39/55
McKenna: Favorable: 36/22

WA Gov. General Election:
McKenna: 47%
Gregoire^: 39%

In two other states, ND and WV, Gubernatorial races are taking form.
Former Rep. Earl Pomeroy, who lose his seat in the 2010 GOP wave, will be running for the statehouse being vacated by Gov. Jack Darlrymple.
In West Virginia, Rep. Shelley Moore Capito will be vacating her seat to run for Governor. Earl Ray Tomblin, the sitting Governor, will not be seeking a full term.
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« Reply #91 on: January 26, 2011, 05:28:51 PM »

24 JANUARY 2012

**Breaking News**Breaking News**Breaking News**
GINGRICH GONE; ENDORSES PALIN



"...At this time, I will concede my bid for the Republican nomination. Sadly, I do not see how the primary situation will turn out in my favor.
To all those who have worked on my campaign, and to all those whose votes I have earned, I thank you very much. Your support has meant so much to me; I will never be able to repay your generosity. I'd like to especially thank my dedicated staff and my family; they have propelled me through this process and inspired me to pore everything I had into this campaign.
While my best efforts were not enough to secure the Republican nod, fortunately for the American people, there is still an excellent Republican running in this race; a fine conservative dedicated to restoring our nations founding values. This is why I will encourage my supporters to get behind Sarah Palin. Governor Palin is a tremendous force in American politics and a strong figurehead of the conservative movement. She is a family woman who embodies the ideals of America. She knows that the basis for long term prosperity will not be attained by expanding government or entitlement, but rather, it can be found in the Constitution. She has worked to keep America strong, both at home and abroad and she will be a powerful force against radical Islam. That is why I endorse Sarah Palin..."
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« Reply #92 on: January 27, 2011, 02:54:05 PM »
« Edited: January 29, 2011, 06:13:32 PM by MilesC56 »

26 JANUARY 2012

Tonight, all three remaining Republicans scored victories. The states of Louisiana, Hawaii and Maine had primaries (or caucuses) today.

After suffering a sting of primary loses, Mike Huckabee rebounds with a commanding Louisiana win. Geographically, Huckabee sweeps most of the state, as Palin only wins areas on the coast and river delta, while Romney is limited to Baton Rouge and New Orleans.



In Maine, Palin scores a landslide 38-point victory over Mitt Romney, thanks in large part to the Maine GOP's newly adopted tea party platform.



Finally, Romney wins the Hawaii caucus. Boring.



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« Reply #93 on: January 27, 2011, 03:01:45 PM »


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« Reply #94 on: January 29, 2011, 05:58:39 PM »

The Maine primary is a closed caucus, which would favor the most ideologically pure candidate. Still, maybe I overinflated Palin's margin.
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« Reply #95 on: January 29, 2011, 10:30:55 PM »

27 JANUARY 2012

GATES TO RETIRE


In a press conference today, US Secretary of Defense Robert Gates announced his retirement, saying that he will leave office by the end of February. Gates maintained that his retirement was entirely for personal reasons, and he praised President Obama, his staff and other members of the Presidential Cabinet.

The outgoing Secretary said that he was privileged to play such a pivotal in "reshaping America's diplomatic process and molding a new and distinct direction for American policy abroad." Gates noted the "progress made in Iraq and Afghanistan in creating a freer world" and his "extensive budgetary work" as the hallmarks of his tenure. He noted that he tried to bring a "culture of fiscal restraint, moderation and restraint" to the Department of Defense; Gates recommended to that his successor should take a similar approach so that the military would be on a solid financial footing.

Gates noted that he was proud to have presided over of and coordinated the technical aspects of the repeal of the DADT policy; he said that DADT repeal was a "great asset to the armed forces" and he was glad that that Congress showed the "fundamental respect and common decency" that made repeal possible.

When Gates does leave office, he will be replaced on an interim basis by Gordon English, one of his deputies. President Obama is expected to appoint a permanent Secretary after his 2012 campaign, assuming he is reelected.
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« Reply #96 on: January 29, 2011, 11:04:59 PM »

28 JANUARY 2012

Looking back at the Republican contest,  the upcoming Florida Primary is looming large. This will be the last primary before Super Tuesday. All three candidates have been around the state trying to collect votes in preparation for the February 7 primary. However, the endorsement that was which was most sought was that of Governor Scott. Today, Scott made his decision:



"Today, I will be joining many other governors across the county, such as my friends Susana Martinez and Rick Perry, in endorsing Governor Sarah Palin for president. Palin will bring a much needed breath of fresh air to Washington and offers a wealth of meaningful experiences, both at the professional and personal level. If the conservative brand must continue, Republicans must elect leaders who carry out our vision for America, in the field of candidates this year, Sarah is best equipped to do that. A governor who fights for fiscal conservatism, I relate to Sarah. Florida Republicans are a smart group of voters; once they examine each candidate, I am confident that Governor Plain will win this primary."

Scott's endorsement of Palin was more to spite Romney than anything else. In the close primary between Rick Scott and Bill McCollum in 2010, Romney campaigned for McCollum. Ever since, relations between Romney and Scott have been strained.


Zogby: FL GOP Poll

Who do you plan on voting for in this primary?
Palin-33%
Romney-29%
Huckabee-23%

Will Governor Scott's endorsement be a factor in your vote?
Yes-57%
No-39%
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« Reply #97 on: January 29, 2011, 11:43:09 PM »

AGH! Scott, you useless cockroach! Angry

...*ahem* Sorry, I think I got too into it there for a second. Gotta hate Palin! Cheesy

Don't worry, I agree with you Wink

Rick Scott should be behind bars, not in the Governor's mansion!
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« Reply #98 on: January 30, 2011, 12:48:12 AM »

28 JANUARY 2012

While Florida will be a critical state at the Presidential level, the race to replace retiring Sen. Bill Nelson is looking like it will one of the most entertaining in the county. Both parties have 2 prominent frontrunners seeking the nominations of their respective parties.

On the Democratic side, two candidates from 2010 will be competing once again; former Governor Charlie is running as a Democrat and will be facing former Congressman Kendrick Meek. This will be Crist's third run for the Senate and Meek's second. President Obama said that he will not be endorsing in this primary.

Two big-name Republicans will be fighting for the GOP nod. Former Senator George LeMeiux will be running against George P. Bush, the son of former Governor Jeb Bush.



Major Endorsements:

Meek:
-frmr. Rep. Alan Grayson
-Rep. Debbie W-Schultz
-Rep. Frederica Wilson
-Rep. Alcee Hastings
-frmr. Sen. Roland Burris
-frmr. Rep. Ron Klein
-Pres. Bill Clinton

Crist:
-Gov. Gene Taylor
-frmr. Rep. Suzanne Kosmas
-frmr. Gov. Arnold Shwarzenegger
-frmr. Rep. Allen Boyd
-Rep. Kathy Castor
-Sen. Mary Landrieu
-2010 Gov. Candidate Alex Sink

LeMiuex:
-frmr. Sen. Connie Mack
-frmr. Lt. Gov. Jeff Kottkamp
-frmr Sen. Connie Mack III
-Rep. Connie Mack IV
-Rep. Ander Crenshaw
-Sen. John McCain
-Sen. Richard Burr
-Sen. Lindsay Graham
 
Bush:
-Jeb Bush (obviously)
-Sen. Marco Rubio
-Pres. George Bush
-frmr. Sen. Mel Martinez
-Rep. Dan Webster
-Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen
-Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart
-Rep. Vern Buchanan
-Gov. Bobby Jindal
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« Reply #99 on: January 30, 2011, 07:02:35 PM »

7 FEBRUARY 2012

The AP can now project that Sarah Palin will be winning the Florida primary and the votes of Florida's 135 Convention delegates:




Because of her FL victory, Palin will now overtake Romney in the delegate count leading up to Super Tuesday.



Palin-212
Romney-175
Huckabee-89

...needless to say, Democrats are cheering.
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