Two RLC Favorites to Participate in Presidential Debate
On Thursday, September 23, Republican Liberty Caucus members can look forward to seeing two of our very own candidates in the Fox News/Google debate. Here’s why Fox News suggests this may be important:
At the debate, the candidates will have a chance to reveal that political X factor — the quality that makes them not just competitive, but presidential. But while the right candidate may already be on stage, polls suggest voters haven’t fallen in love with anybody yet.
On Congressman Ron Paul:
While Perry cites Texas’ record as the nation’s premier job creator over the past two years, Romney and Texas Rep. Ron Paul, another contender, have sought to minimize Perry’s role in the creation of those jobs. But while Romney cites his record with private equity firm Bain Capital, Romney’s critics highlight the job cuts that occurred under his watch.
More here:
For Paul, he is considered one of the fathers of the Tea Party movement for his vanguard approach to the Federal Reserve and debt reduction. But Paul, who faced criticism from viewers for shrugging at the notion Iran could gain nuclear weapons, is considered offbeat on foreign policy.
On Gary Johnson:
Also appearing in a debate for the first time since May is former New Mexico Gov. Gary Johnson, a libertarian-leaning Republican who emphasizes his exercise routine as much as his candidacy despite having a record in New Mexico worth noting. He stressed that record in a statement Wednesday, noting he vetoed hundreds of bills as governor and vowing to “veto any spending legislation that exceeds revenue” if elected president. He said he would submit a balanced budget in 2013.
It should also be noted that the Florida Republican Party wished to exclude Governor Johnson from the debate.
Johnson is included over the objections of the cosponsoring Florida Republican Party, because he fit the criterion set by Fox News. That is to have at least 1% of the vote in the most recent editions of the five national polls that included him: Fox News, CNN, McClatchy-Marist, ABC and Quinnipiac.
Don’t forget, you can vote for your favorite question to be asked during the debate here.
UPDATE: John Killian to Speak at Ron Paul Event on Saturday
Here’s an update regarding the Ron Paul event in Birmingham on Saturday, September 24:
Thank you so much for your willingness to post and publicize “Pancakes and Politics” presented by Birmingham for Ron Paul for 2012. Unfortunately, our previous speaker had to cancel due to work commitments. Dr. John Killian will be coming to share at this event. Would you please post this new updated press release on your site and advertisement venues?
Gratefully,
Kelli Dees
Event Organizer
Cup of Liberty: The latest video from Gary Johnson 2012
Birmingham for Ron Paul 2012 to sponsor Ron Paul Fundraising Breakfast
BIRMINGHAM, August 22, 2011 – Former Congressional candidate Paul Lambert will speak at the Pancakes and Politics fundraising breakfast at Applebee’s on Saturday, September 24. The breakfast will begin at 8 a.m. and end at 10 a.m.
Lambert will discuss the path to liberty and helping ordinary citizens ensure their voices are heard in government. Tickets are $5.50 for individuals. Attendees can take advantage of unlimited pancakes with toppings and non-alcoholic beverages with the price of admission.
The event is hosted by Birmingham for Ron Paul 2012. Funds raised will be used to help increase awareness of Ron Paul’s candidacy for the Republican nomination in the 2012 presidential race.
The event will be held at the Applebees at 2933 John Hawkins Parkway, Birmingham, AL 35244.
“Paul is a true patriot, dedicated to his family and the ideas of freedom, who has been outspoken on the need for people to restore Constitutional government,” Ron Paul supporter Evan Comeaux said of speaker Paul Lambert.
“I wanted to provide a great opportunity to allow like minded people to get together and have fun while raising funds for Ron Paul’s campaign,” said event organizer Kelli Dees.
“The political environment has never been so favorable for Dr. Ron Paul, and the kind of grassroots activism that started in the campaign of 2008 has really matured into a serious movement that really holds the promise of restoring the economic and philosophical principles that have made this country a refuge for self-determination and innovation,” said Alabama NORML Executive Director Igor Gembitsky said. “Ron Paul’s message has consistently been one of peace, tolerance, and, perhaps what this country needs most in these dark days, sound economics. The country simply has no other viable options for prospects of stability and prosperity.”
For additional information on Birmingham for Ron Paul 2012, visit http://www.facebook.com/groups/Bham4RonPaul/.
About Birmingham for Ron Paul –
-Birmingham for Ron Paul 2012 is a grassroots group of individuals from across the political spectrum who believe Ron Paul is the best candidate for the 2012 Republican Presidential nomination. (we aren’t incorporated or anything)
Liberty on the Rocks with Governor Gary Johnson
After his speech at Samford University, please join Governor Gary Johnson for an informal evening of discussion and cocktails at the bar at McCormick & Schmick’s in Brookwood Village.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010 8:30pm – 10:30pm
Location: McCormick & Schmick’s
719 Shades Crest Parkway
Birmingham, AL
Sponsored By Birmingham Liberty on the Rocks
Additional information here.
Governor Johnson to Appear on Matt Murphy Show Tuesday Morning
Former NM Governor Gary Johnson will be on The Matt Murphy Show at 8:30 AM on Tuesday, November 16th. You can listen in at 100.5 FM or online here.
Also remember, Governor Johnson will be speaking at Samford University at 7 PM Wednesday. Additional details here.
Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-11-08
- Register now for the 2011 RLC National Convention in DC: http://alrlc.org/?p=539 #alpolitics #
- Former NM Governor Gary Johnson vetoed 750 bills while in office–as many as the other 49 governors did combined while in office #alpolitics #
- Former Governor Gary Johnson will be speaking at Samford University 11/17 7PM. Details: http://alrlc.org/?p=542 #alpolitics #tcot #tlot #c4l #
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An Evening With Gary Johnson
An Evening with Gary Johnson
In an event co-sponsored by the Samford College Republicans and the Alabama Republican Liberty Caucus, former New Mexico Governor Gary Johnson will be speaking at Samford University on Wednesday evening, November 17th, 2010.
A successful small businessman, triathlete, marathon runner and mountain climber, Governor Johnson is a Tea Party favorite and a likely 2012 Republican presidential candidate. He currently serves as the Honorary Chairman of the Our America Initiative.
For years, he’s vocalized his support for school vouchers, decreased government spending, deficit elimination, lowering taxes, revitalization of the economy and the promotion of entrepreneurship and privatization.
It’s one thing to be a mountain climber. It’s another to reach the summit of Mount Everest, making the climb with a broken leg. Applying the same dedication to conservative politics, Johnson has done a lot more than simply talk about the issues – he has actually achieved them. Here are some of Johnson’s accomplishments from 1995 to 2003:
- Elimination of New Mexico’s budget deficit
- Cut rate of growth in state government in half
- Privatized half of the state’s prisons
- Shifted state Medicaid to managed care
- Reduced state employees by over 1,000, with no firings
- During his term, New Mexico experience the longest period without a tax increase in the state’s history
- While in office, Governor Johnson vetoed 750 bills (which is about equal to all the combined vetoes of the other 49 Governors in the country at the time) and thousands of line item vetoed bills.
Former Governor Johnson will be speaking at 7pm at Samford’s Brock Forum. The event is open to students, the general public and the media. While reservations are not required, we ask that you RSVP on Facebook here.
Additional questions may be directed to Leanna Cannafax of the Sanford College Republicans at lhcannaf@samford.edu or Stephen Gordon of the Alabama Republican Liberty Caucus at stephen@forwardfocusmedia.com or (256) 874-2985.
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Protecting the property rights of all Alabamians
Remember last April when several RLC members were working to protect the property rights of economically disadvantaged property owners in Montgomery? It looks like the national media, Fox 6 and some blogs are starting to pick up on the story. Here are some highlights:
- From ABC News: “We’re calling it eminent domain through the back door,” said Christina Walsh, director of activism and coalitions for the Institute for Justice. In the last week has taken on the case in Montgomery through its grassroots anti-eminent domain organization, the Castle Coalition. “There’s stories of property owners who have court orders demanding their properties be left alone and they come in and demolish them.”
- Reason magazine: The focus there is on what Beito calls “eminent domain through the back door,” which has fallen especially heavily on low-income blacks. “Under this system,” [David] Beito writes, “Montgomery has demolished homes without the normal due process of conventional eminent domain–and often gives little notice. The city alleges that these homes are ‘blighted’ but…at least some are in excellent repair.” Rather than providing the just compensation required under the Fifth Amendment, the city “bills the owner for the cost of demolition and he or she is left with an essentially worthless property.”
- The Daily Caller: Consider Jimmy McCall. Jimmy was in the process of building from the ground-up a home for his family when he was notified it was slated for demolition. After one failed attempt to bulldoze the half-completed home, the city came back under this state law and got what they were fighting for: Jimmy’s would-be dream home was demolished, and he was stuck with the bill.
- Fox News (national): Mayor Todd Strange says he took office after McCall’s home was condemned and demolished. Without commenting on this specific case, Strange argues that the city is aggressively targeting properties that have been neglected.
- Fox News (local): Montgomery has condemned dozens of homes under its blight ordinance, often billing the owners for the cost of demolition. The city then markets the properties to private developers.
- Alphecca.com: Montgomery Mayor Todd Strange is a genuine piece of crap.
David Beito has more at the Independent Institute here and our own Stephen Gordon covers the issue here.
For those of you interested in the issue, the Castle Coalition will be conducting a training workshop on Saturday, August 28. Additional details are located here.
Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-05-10
- Bradley Byrne won a straw poll run by someone on his payroll. Makes sense to me. #alpolitics #
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Birmingham metro Tea Party to be held April 15 in Hoover
BIRMINGHAM – The Rainy Day Patriots are sponsoring their annual Tax Day Tea Party – Restore the Republic – on April 15, 2010 at Veteran’s Park in Hoover, AL.
“This year’s tea party will reflect the growing dissatisfaction that the average American feels toward our out of control government,” said Zan Green, Founder of the Rainy Day Patriots. “This is a venue for everyone, regardless of party or affiliation to engage in a true American Heritage, A Tea Party.”
This year’s tea party welcomes Chuck Heath, father of former Vice-Presidential candidate Sarah Palin, and Chuck Heath, Jr., Palin’s brother. The Heath’s are being sponsored by: Lee Davis of 101.1 WYDE, the Stan Cooke for US Congress campaign and the Tim James for Governor campaign.
A list of featured speakers includes: FairTax spokesman Mike Frederick, Big Government…Poor Grandchildren author Durham Ellis, military strategist Lt. Col. Courtney Rodgers, Frederick Douglas Republians founder Keith Carl Smith, gubernatorial candidate Tim James, U.S. House candidate Stan Cooke, Commissioner of Agriculture Candidate Dale Peterson, US House candidate Michele Waller, State House candidate James Lee.
Local radio personalities Matt Murphy and Leland Whaley of 100.5 WAPI, Steve Shannon and Leah Brandon of 105.5 WERC, Michael Hart and Lee Davis of 101.1 WYDE (Davis will be airing his show live from the event)
The Rainy Day Patriots have grown to include four affiliate delegations in other counties in Alabama, with others forming. For interested persons who cannot attend the event, go to the organization’s website at www.rainydaypatriots.org for a list of affiliated tea parties around the state.
EVENT: Tax Day Tea Party April 15th, 2010 Veteran’s Park on Valleydale Road
SCHEDULE:
3:00 p.m. Open mic time for anyone to express his or her views
6:00 p.m. Featured speakers begin
9:00 p.m. Event concludes (Bring your lawn chairs, signs, picnic and enthusiasm)
Vendors will be on hand with a variety of display booths, including Full Moon BBQ.
Members of the Alabama Republican Liberty Caucus are helping to organize this Tea Party and will be participating in a variety of roles throughout the event.
Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-03-29
- Press conference to stop ObamaCare at state line Tues 11:30 AM Capitol steps in Montgomery #alpolitics #tlot #tcot #sgp #teaparty #
- Sign the coalition letter to stop ObamaCare in Alabama http://goo.gl/92u5 #alpolitics #tlot #tcot #sgp #teaparty #
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New Conference Tuesday in Montgomery Regarding Alabama Legislative Response to National Health Care Plan
Alabama Senator Scott Beason has proposed a constitutional amendment (SB-233) which, if enacted, will prohibit any person, employer, or health care provider from being compelled to participate in any health care system. Three similar bills have been proposed in the Alabama House. Democrats in both chambers have blocked the progress of these bills.
Over fifty organizations and thousands of individuals have signed on to a coalition letter urging legislators to move one of these bills “through both houses and to the people for a vote.”
On Tuesday, March 30, Senator Beason, Eagle Forum of Alabama Executive Director Brooklyn Burgess and Alabama Republican Liberty Caucus Media Director Stephen Gordon will be conducting a news conference on the State House stairs in Montgomery at 11:30 a.m. Candidates for public office, representatives of state organizations, local and regional Tea Party leaders and members of the state legislature will also be on hand to field questions from the media immediately following the news conference.
Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-02-07
- RT @austinwilkes http://twitpic.com/10y0v4 – #alpolitics Gubernatorial fundraising chart: All of the apples and all of the oranges. #
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ALRLC quoted in the national media
Stephen Gordon provided his immediate opinion regarding Parker Griffith’s change of parties. Dave Weigel of the Washington Independent picked up his quote:
Steve Gordon, an Alabama conservative activist who worked on former Rep. Bob Barr’s (R-Ga.) Libertarian presidential bid last year, tentatively attacked Griffith, using some of the same language as Burgess. “What seems to be a GOP victory at first may well become another liberal victory in the long term,” Gordon wrote in a post for the Alabama Republican Liberty Caucus. “Unless Parker Griffith starts voting like a true fiscal conservative, Alabama could be stuck with another entrenched big-government Republican congressman.”
The “Burgess” to which Weigel referred is Alabama Eagle Forum Executive Director Brooklyn Burgess:
Brooklyn Roberts, an Alabama conservative activist, told TWI that Griffith was falling into a familiar role — that of the “big-government” politician who changes parties without changing stripes.
“I’d expect him to become another [Alabama Sen.] Richard Shelby in terms of bringing pork home and spending,” said Burgess, referring to the senator who left the Democratic Party after the GOP’s 1994 sweep. “I think Griffith will hurt the conservatives who were running for this seat. If he wins I think he’ll become another big-government Republican we can’t get rid of.”
Michelle Malkin also picked up the quote, as well as one from Jeff Sessions, Les Phillip and Steve Boyette.
It’s nice to see the national media paying a bit of attention to the true conservatives in Alabama.
Stephen Gordon discusses the Tea Party movement on MSNBC
Here’s ALRLC media spokesperson Stephen Gordon on Rachel Maddow:
Cam Ward provides some good data on the cost of public education
Here are the key points raised by Rep. Ward over at Doc’s:
“One thing that is quite evident from these numbers is that we must reform the pension and public health care system in the education budget,” wrote Mr. Ward. “Every state is facing the same issue as Alabama when it comes to huge reductions in services and available revenue sources.”
Considering the state of Alabama’s projected economy over the next couple of years, perhaps it’s time for teachers to tighten their belts just like the rest of us are having to do.