I Don't Really Support Allen, I Enjoy Twisting Timmy

Where Does Tim Kaine Stand? -- Former DNC Chairman has quite a history of hedging his bets on issues that could hurt him --

In case you missed it over sleepy Memorial Day Weekend - Friday Tim Kaine declared that not saying anything is tantamount to being on the wrong side of an issue. In fact, not saying anything is tantamount to being on the wrong side of an issue, according to Kaine... Tim Kaine: "If you decline to state your position, I've got a pretty good idea what your position is, and that's the wrong position for women and the wrong position for Virginia." (Ben Pershing, "Democrats Pounce As Allen Won't Take Position On Pay Discrimination Bill," The Washington Post's Virginia Politics, 5/25/12) I Guess That Clears Up Where Kaine Stands on A Few Issues Important to Virginians... HE IS FOR THE EPA CARBON DIOXIDE MANDATE THAT WOULD KILL THOUSANDS OF VIRGINIA JOBS: HEADLINE: "Tim Kaine Takes No Firm Stand On EPA Carbon Pollution Standard." (Hank Hayes, "Kaine Takes No Firm Stand On EPA Carbon Pollution Standard," Kingsport Times-News, 4/5/12) "Virginia U.S. Senate candidate Tim Kaine took no firm stand Thursday for or against a proposed new Environmental Protection Agency carbon pollution standard for future power plants." (Hank Hayes, "Kaine Takes No Firm Stand On EPA Carbon Pollution Standard," Kingsport Times-News, 4/5/12) AGAINST A BALANCED BUDGET AMENDMENT THAT WOULD HELP REIN IN WASHINGTON's OVERSPENDING: Kaine Said He Was For A Balanced Budget Amendment, But Could Say What It Would Look Like. "Asked his position on the balanced budget amendment, Kaine said: 'I'm for balanced budgets and I could even entertain a balanced-budget amendment, but the one that's on the table right now, once you get past the title, it's a bad thing.'" (Ben Pershing, "Kaine Predicts Short-Term Debt Deal, Hits Allen On Spending," The Washington Post's Virginia Politics, 7/14/11) Later, Kaine Inferred A Balanced Budget Amendment Wasn't Necessary. "Kaine said he could vote for a balanced budget amendment, but said the problem with balancing the budget remains with the Congress. 'Remember we had balanced budgets 10 or 11 years ago years ago. The problem isn't the Constitution. The problem is having the backbone to make tough decisions,' he said." (Keith Walker, "Taxes, Transportation Topics At Kaine Roundtable In Manassas," News & Messenger [Manassas, Virginia], 2/23/12) HE WON'T STAND UP FOR VIRGINIA'S RIGHT-TO -WORK LAWS: Kaine Refused To Comment On The NLRB Lawsuit Until After President Obama Did. "On the same day President Obama was asked about the National Labor Relations Board's lawsuit against Boeing, his close friend and political ally, former Virginia governor Timothy M. Kaine (D), also weighed in for the first time on the controversial dispute." (Ben Pershing, "As GOP Pounces, Kaine Weighs In On Boeing Labor Dispute," The Washington Post's Virginia Politics, 6/29/11) IT TOOK MONTHS BUT KAINE PROVED HIS THEORY RIGHT... AFTER BEING SILENT HE FOLLOWED THE PRESIDENT AND REJECTED THE KEYSTONE PIPELINE: Headline: "Anyone Surprised? Anyone? At All? - Kaine Backs Obama On Keystone, Both Dems Hit By Allen."("Anyone Surprised? Anyone? At All?" National Journal Hotline, 1/19/12) Kaine Echoed Obama On Keystone Decision. "But Kaine's campaign issued a statement of its own Wednesday afternoon, largely echoing the Obama administration's position - and assigning some blame to the GOP for the whole controversy." (Ben Pershing, "Keystone Decision Ripples In Kaine-Allen Race," The Washington Post, 1/18/12)

A Retired Sailor Thanks You, Again

Yesterday was my 3 year Blogging anniversary. I posted A Sailor Thanks You from Kuwait.

Thank you to the Blog Mother, She Who MUST Be Obeyed, for allowing me to post here.

Thank you to all of my fellow Bloggers for making me feel at home, especially Bob, who introduced me to a whole new cast of ..... characters.

Thank you to my Brothers and Sisters in Arms for all that they did and continue to do.

Thank you to all of the people that support freedom in America.

And most grateful thanks to all of the readers that continue to visit this small part of the internet.

MyHeritage.org

November 6, 2009 By Amanda Reinecker
Conservative Comeback

Tuesday was a big day for conservatives. The landslide victories of gubernatorial candidates Bob McDonnell in Virginia and Chris Christie in New Jersey, plus the Maine referendum upholding marriage as a union between a man and a woman, clearly illustrates that "the state of conservatism is strong," writes Heritage's Conn Carroll in Wednesday's Morning Bell.

But why would states that voted last year for President Barack Obama now vote against candidates the President himself campaigned for? Heritage Vice President Michael Franc explains that "it's all about taxes, debt, and too much government." In short, it's about the government's complete abandonment of conservative principles.

The results in Virginia, New Jersey and Maine confirm what has become increasingly evident over the past 10 months: conservative principles are very much alive and popular among most Americans.

Since taking office, President Obama has made it clear he is among the most progressive Presidents in our history. But he didn't win based on his progressive tendencies. In fact, Carroll explains that the President led a fairly moderate campaign:

Obama promised to address jobs, the economy, our national security and even hold teachers accountable for children's education. Obama promised that most of America would receive a tax cut. He promised to win a necessary war in Afghanistan. These are conservative principle.

Once elected, however, the President and his allies on the Left quickly abandoned these sound campaign promises in favor of big-government policies that increase taxes, kill jobs, raise the deficit and weaken our national security. As history has repeatedly revealed, there is an inherent conflict between these progressive policies and the "overwhelming conservative philosophy in America."

Tuesday's results exposed this conflict by demonstrating the broad support for conservative ideals. They reflect the same sentiments expressed at tea parties, protests and town hall meetings nationwide: enough is enough!
An even worse health care plan

On Thursday, over 10,000 people rallied on the steps of the Capitol to express their concerns about the harmful health care discussions currently under way in the House of Representatives. The House could vote on this proposal as early as Saturday, though this timeline could slip as moderates peel off.

"Look closely at the latest House bill," writes Heritage health policy analyst Bob Moffit in Human Events. "This 1,990 page beast contains all of the problematic issues Americans has with [the last proposal] -- and then adds more," all of which will adversely impact the lives of all Americans.

Moffit outlines a few of the major flaws with the House's "revised" bill:

1. The federal government will control the health insurance market, roughly one-sixth of the nation's economy;

2. A great deal of power will be granted to a newly appointed "Health Choices Commissioner," i.e. a health czar, who would define coverage and premiums for everyone;

3. Eligibility for Medicaid, a poorly functioning entitlement program in desperate need of reform, will expand, causing benefits to decrease for those who truly need them;

4. Federally mandated minimum benefits that will be subsidized by taxpayers, regardless of whether they need the benefits or not;

5. Individual mandates that will require everyone to purchase government-approved coverage or else pay an extra income tax of 2.5 percent; and

6. Employer mandates that will likely force small business owners to cut wages and lay off workers in order to meet the coverage requirements, or pay a heavy fine per employee by choosing not to provide coverage.

And all of this will be ours for a whopping $1.055 trillion over the next 10 years -- a price tag that will surely add more than "one dime to our deficits" and saddle future generations with massive debt. All of this is in the bill, but few will be able to see it, as Speaker Pelosi (D-CA) has rescinded her pledge to post the final language online for 72 hours before a vote.

This is not real health care reform. Instead, Moffit argues, "it is a new health care entitlement that will speed up our fiscal insolvency, push new taxes on Americans in all income brackets and have a greater say over our health decisions."

In an exclusive interview recorded at The Heritage Foundation, Rep. Paul Ryan (R-WI) explains that the current health care bill reflects a big-government approach to problem-solving. "The most outrageous detail in the current House bill is the philosophy on which it is premised," he argues. "It is premised on the philosophy that the government knows best how to organize one-sixth of our economy."

Real reform should be a bi-partisan product, based on America's core principles, that empowers the individual to choose the coverage that best suits his specific needs and budget and those of his family.

A Thank You from Coby Dillard

The Dillard Doctrine

Congratulations and Thank You!
From Governor-elect McDonnell and myself, THANK YOU for all your hard work and support over the course of our campaign! Yesterday was the culmination of a lot of long days and sleepless nights for all of us, but we should all be proud of our efforts to bring a true leader to Richmond.

It's been my personal honor to have worked with each of you, and I would encourage you all to stay involved in the political process here in Virginia. Our work doesn't end with McDonnell's election; rather, it's just beginning. Our voices-both collectively and individually-are still needed.
Again, thank you for all your efforts...and congratulations!

Words of Wisdom I Wish I Had Said

"The Republican Party big tent is the United States of America. I don't know where these people get it in their thick heads that we are exclusionary. We are people of conservative principle and belief: Individual freedom and liberty, private property rights, a colorblind society, respect for life, the pursuit of happiness -- things that every American values or should." -Rush

Reminder: Dick Armey and FreedomWorks in Richmond

Reminder: Armey Event in Richmond Thursday

This is a quick reminder about the FreedomWorks Virginia event in Richmond on Thursday, October 29th at the Europa Cafe (1409 E Cary St.) at 6pm.

FreedomWorks Chairman Dick Armey will be discussing the Tea Party movement, healthcare, cap and tax, among other relevant issues. The event will also feature Doc Thompson of WRVA-Richmond and John Taylor of The Virginia Institute and Tertium Quids. John Taylor will focus on issues central to Virginia - a critical state in the upcoming election.

This will be a great chance to meet other area activists and talk strategy on the big state and federal issues we're facing.

In the meantime, make sure you've seen the latest in our Health Care Online War Room and a new tool we launched last week to stop Cap and Trade, the next big government bailout.

While there is no charge for this event, we appreciate any help with expenses.

I hope to see you there!

Heads Up For The ODBA & Partisan Virginia

Please put the evening of October 29th from 6 PM to 8 PM in Richmond on your calendar.
More details will be forthcoming, but this is the date and time for a planned event.

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