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By 2010-12-31 17:48:23
Ken, I believe the success of the Tea Party movement was because we were all united in an effort to opposed policies we did not agree with. We should continue with that as our main purpose. If we decide that education on individual candidates would be helpful to our members, than we should do that. However, let's stop short of endorsing any particular individual. There is value being unified for or against policies of the Federal Government.
Thanks,
Ralph Goin
Thanks,
Ralph Goin
Fellow Coordinators -
On primary election night in Alaska, conservative Republican challenger Joe Miller bested Republican incumbent Senator Lisa Murkowski by almost 1,700 votes in a stunning upset.
The race isn't over, though. As many as 20,000 provisional and absentee ballots remain to be counted.
If Murkowski's team of lawyers can succeed in qualifying enough pro-Murkowski ballots and disqualifying enough pro-Miller ballots, Murkowski can yet win this election.
Murkowski's legal effort is being aided by Texas' own John Cornyn, who is sending legal assistance via the National Republican Senatorial Committee.
Two questions:
1. Are you OK with this situation?
2. If you're not OK with it, what do you think should be done about it?
Please weigh in below.
By 2010-08-27 11:32:44
Am I okay with it?! Certainly not! The NRSC is protecting its own and the status quo, rejecting the demand to return to constitutional governance. Senator John Cornyn needs to hear from you NOW!
http://cornyn.senate.gov/
http://cornyn.senate.gov/
Andrew, how is counting the votes in a close race "protecting their own"? don't you want the senator that won the race installed -- or just the one you want at all costs?!!? isn't this what you are accusing Cornyn of? look, i want the more fiscal conservative (joe) to win -- but only if he actually did. democracy > politics.
I'm with you, John, as long as they count ALL the votes, and don't pull the Daley/Franken tactic of somehow only finding Murkowski votes.
To answer your question, it is supporting their own when the legal support is for the benefit of one candidate. If you think Murkowskis lawyers are interested in counting all of the votes then you have not been paying attention. They will try to disqualify as many of Millers votes as possible and that my friend is one sided support.
#1. I am NOT OK "with the situation."
#2. Ample number of Ballot Counters from the JOE MILLER CAMP & Equal numbers of JOE MILLER "Watch Dogs" keeping the process HONEST! In addition, those who support JOE MILLER should notify Senator John Cornyn to INSURE A CLEAN COUNT...and TO PLEASE REFRAIN FROM TAKING ORDERS FROM THE RINO HEADQUARTERS OF THE RNC. Americans have had ENOUGH of the catering to the "I WILL RULE THE WORLDERS" who would divide the world into TRADE BLOCS, rendering Sovereignty and AMERICA'S CONSTITUTION useless.
#2. Ample number of Ballot Counters from the JOE MILLER CAMP & Equal numbers of JOE MILLER "Watch Dogs" keeping the process HONEST! In addition, those who support JOE MILLER should notify Senator John Cornyn to INSURE A CLEAN COUNT...and TO PLEASE REFRAIN FROM TAKING ORDERS FROM THE RINO HEADQUARTERS OF THE RNC. Americans have had ENOUGH of the catering to the "I WILL RULE THE WORLDERS" who would divide the world into TRADE BLOCS, rendering Sovereignty and AMERICA'S CONSTITUTION useless.
Not thrilled but if it were the candidate we supported would we feel the same? We should let the establishment know that we think we just want the votes counted and let the chips fall where they may without a costly legal battle but we will not tolerate any funny business.
Cornyn needs to be reminded that we DO NOT support Lisa Murkowski! Lets all send Cornyn a note letting him know that we are aware of his actions and that we want it stopped immediately. Also remind him that he is elected as well and if he supports her ....we will NOT support him and he will be fired!
Let,s let john know that he will meet a primary challenge in his next election cycle.
Let's send a message to all incumbents that it is no longer business as usual.
Let's send a message to all incumbents that it is no longer business as usual.
Cornyn is a Senator. We have to vote him out in 2014.
I believe Mr. Cornyn's term is up in 2012 and yes, he needs to go!
Cornyn, like always suspected, is all about Cornyn and should slither back into the private sector in 2012 and I will do my part to help. Like most politition who stay in power, they turn into Joe Biden type used car salesmen. Cornyn is the type of pollution that was not born but excreted!
Senator Cornyn is up in 2014; he was re-elected in 2008, and is generally one of the better senators.
You should consider carefully your comments to him: you don't want 4 years with someone who feels he has lost conservative votes and has no more to lose.
You should consider carefully your comments to him: you don't want 4 years with someone who feels he has lost conservative votes and has no more to lose.
Just further substantiation that the Tea Party's decision to hitch a ride on the Republican bandwagon was a serious mistake. When you crawl into bed with snakes, should you really be surprised when one bites you?
We need to get in there and rid the Republican Party of "snakes." Until we get there, there will be situations like this. Don't even think about a third party It would only give continuous victory to the progressives.
Whoa grasshopper, you are kidding, right? I noticed that you have indicated that you are a Libertarian. Jolly good for you. Here is a new concept for you: the Tea Party has approx 15-20% Dems, and the same for Libertarian/Independents. The Republicans come in different flavors as well. Many of us who have seen the light WITH ALL OF THE PARTIES-know that they all need change. We are quite aware of the job we have ahead of us in turning around the GOP and reverting back to the true GOP tenets . I would like to know how many days, months or years you have busted your keester to make a legal change or difference???
The TEA PARTY has strength because of the loyalty of the people----something that we hope is contagious. You need to attend a Tea Party meeting with an open mind and then reappraise us based on knowledge on your own. We would love to have you.
The TEA PARTY has strength because of the loyalty of the people----something that we hope is contagious. You need to attend a Tea Party meeting with an open mind and then reappraise us based on knowledge on your own. We would love to have you.
Well, my first "keister busting" was in 1964, working my guts out for Barry Goldwater, so I guess the answer to your question is a little over 46 years. Yeah, I know, just a wet-behind-the-ears newcomer to this game.
Additionally, I spent 11 years in the Air Force, followed by more than 10 years working as state director for fundamental entitlement and tax reform organizations (Dick Armey still calls me "Mr. National Sales Tax" whenever we see each other).
I sincerely respect and admire DTP members' dedication and optimism for thinking they can change the GOP. Guess I've been around the block too many times with these guys to believe it.
I was an "early adopter" of the 9-12 concept and active in the Metroplex 9-12 leadership group as well. FYI, I dropped out of active leadership involvement last summer when the 9-12 groups allowed themselves to be subsumed/co-opted by the DTP/GOP.
BTW, when did YOU start "busting your keister" to make a difference, "Grass
Additionally, I spent 11 years in the Air Force, followed by more than 10 years working as state director for fundamental entitlement and tax reform organizations (Dick Armey still calls me "Mr. National Sales Tax" whenever we see each other).
I sincerely respect and admire DTP members' dedication and optimism for thinking they can change the GOP. Guess I've been around the block too many times with these guys to believe it.
I was an "early adopter" of the 9-12 concept and active in the Metroplex 9-12 leadership group as well. FYI, I dropped out of active leadership involvement last summer when the 9-12 groups allowed themselves to be subsumed/co-opted by the DTP/GOP.
BTW, when did YOU start "busting your keister" to make a difference, "Grass
Grasshopper, try reading "Paul Ryan; Radical or Sellout? The GOP%u2019s rising fiscal policy star is too cautious for radical economic reform yet too radical for his own party" at http://reason.com/archives/2010/05/10/paul-ryan-radical-or-sellout
then tell me again how climbing into bed with these snakes makes sense.
then tell me again how climbing into bed with these snakes makes sense.
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anonymous (BFE) 2010-08-27 12:06:21
The NRSC traditionally supports the Republican incumbent. We don't like it. But that's just the way it is---no matter where John Cornyn may stand personally. I trust the NRSC legal staff to keep things honest. I don't think we need to take any action. The election is over, and the numbers will give us the outcome.
Um, you mean Joe Miller, right? Or do you lie? Just kidding.
I think John Cornyn should hear from us. He responded when we raised a stink about his Charlie Crist endorsement. I think he'll listen.
Whether that means a coordinated phone campaign to his offices, or an actual protest in front of his offices, I'm not sure what is best. But he definitely needs to hear from us. LOUDLY!
I think John Cornyn should hear from us. He responded when we raised a stink about his Charlie Crist endorsement. I think he'll listen.
Whether that means a coordinated phone campaign to his offices, or an actual protest in front of his offices, I'm not sure what is best. But he definitely needs to hear from us. LOUDLY!
This is but another in the series of proofs that the Senator from Texas, our own, is also willing to sell us down the river. This election should be decided as the votes are cast and the legal stuff should come as a last resort, not as the first. Not to mention you would think that knowing Murkowski is really a Dem.(as they..the Dems... refer to her) he would at least drag his feet a little on this. This will be expensive! If it is warranted, fine, but at this stage there are Races pending that need that money
far more than this (Harry Reid)!
This finishes
Sir Cornyn with me...I see that it is now a certainty he is part of the 'elite'...he simply needs to be replaced at the first opportunity!
far more than this (Harry Reid)!
This finishes
Sir Cornyn with me...I see that it is now a certainty he is part of the 'elite'...he simply needs to be replaced at the first opportunity!
NOT OK AT ALL! I sent an email last night and put it under "crime" as a topic and told him it is a crime if he continues in this process! Would the same consideration be made if the vote was reversed??? I think not. I am sincerely disappointed. I guess he is an "establishment" Republican.
1. Not okay
2. Fire off a letter to Sen. Cornyn urging him to rethink and butt out! This race should be decided by the voters of Alaska, especially not lawyers paid with GOP donations. In an anti-Incumbent year, "Incumbent retention" should not be the NRSC goal, holding the seat Republican should, whether Miller or Murkowsi (hopefully Miller). Maybe post letter online so Tea Partiers nationwide can electronically sign onto it.
2. Fire off a letter to Sen. Cornyn urging him to rethink and butt out! This race should be decided by the voters of Alaska, especially not lawyers paid with GOP donations. In an anti-Incumbent year, "Incumbent retention" should not be the NRSC goal, holding the seat Republican should, whether Miller or Murkowsi (hopefully Miller). Maybe post letter online so Tea Partiers nationwide can electronically sign onto it.
Hell no, I am not OK with this. Why should the NRSC spend one penny trying to save a liberal RINO incumbent from losing to a conservative. NEVER ever give any money to the NRSC, or the republican party in general.
All of us should swarm Cornyn's Texas offices, swamp his staff with e-mails, faxes and phone calls and let hims know that we are fed up with the status quo, and with his interfering in other states in an effort to undermine the will of Alaska's voters. Let him know that we won't accept the same brand of neo-con nonsense in the new Congress that we're building. Let him know that we can't wait till it's his turn to stand for nomination and election. We the people are awake, we're angry, and we will not tolerate this sort of usurpation or oppression any longer. The GOP needs to get with the voters, not the other way around!
Pam
by anonymous (BFE) 2010-08-27 13:19:42
I'm not okay with it and I think we should organize a physicia protest as well as fax, email and phone.
When I finally got someone at the NRSC (202-675-6000) I told them in no uncertain terms that although I appreciate Cornyn's conservative votes lately that I don't support Murkowski's poor record and want him to reconsider the NRSCs support of her over Wilson. I also shared that I would be looking at his track record when he comes up for re-election and this decision would add negatively to his record.
When I finally got someone at the NRSC (202-675-6000) I told them in no uncertain terms that although I appreciate Cornyn's conservative votes lately that I don't support Murkowski's poor record and want him to reconsider the NRSCs support of her over Wilson. I also shared that I would be looking at his track record when he comes up for re-election and this decision would add negatively to his record.
John Cornyn should not be sending any assistance to Murkowski. In my book, Gov Sarah Palin & McCain's vice presidential running mate is the ONLY Republican qualified to be there. John Cornyn has no business in Alaska's race. They have laws in Alaska and this is Cornyn's & the National Republican Party OVERREACH--The establishment Republicans show their true colors--they are upset that a CONSERVATIVE Republican beat a RINO%u2014AND they are looking for any way possible to delay the outcome and call foul play. Cornyn needs to fully explain what he is doing there and who is he meeting with and for what reasons. If he is up to no good, he needs to apologize to all CONSERVATIVE REPUBLICANS WHO WANT TO TAKE BACK THIS COUNTRY FROM THE DEMOCRATS AND THE RINOS. AND WE NEED TO TAKE NOTE THAT HE'S COMING TO THE AID OF A RINO!! We need to flood him with faxes, e-mails and personal visits. And, if he has anyone in Alaska sent to help Murkoski, then he's there to interfere with justice.
Looks like we need a TRUE CONSERVATIVE SENATOR in Texas and it might be time for him to get the pink slip%u2014since this is a slap in the face to Conservative Republicans. It%u2019s obvious to me Murkoski is going to sue somebody and she wants BIG NAMES to help her case.
Eventho, Murkowski is a Republican office holder, I do not think that the GOP show show favoritism to either of the candidates running in a GOP primary. In fact, I think that was the stance when Marco Rubio and Charlie Crist were first running against each other, GOP stayed neutral. I say that we contact John Cornyn, remind him of our support of him and ask him to remain neutral and let the best person win.
The_______. Party affiliations with the GOP have been fraught this year with poor choices of incumbents or other moderate GOP losers, who had already been members of the good old boy's club.
It is time for this to stop. I am a Precinct Chairman for the GOP which means I am obligated to vote for the Republican candidate. It does not mean I am limited to supporting them in becoming the candidate if I do not believe that they are the best conservative in the race. In fact, I have supported each true conservative that has run during this primary time for all of the states and I will continue. I answer to God 1st and country 2nd and please dear God,please bless America. We are in serious trouble...
It is time for this to stop. I am a Precinct Chairman for the GOP which means I am obligated to vote for the Republican candidate. It does not mean I am limited to supporting them in becoming the candidate if I do not believe that they are the best conservative in the race. In fact, I have supported each true conservative that has run during this primary time for all of the states and I will continue. I answer to God 1st and country 2nd and please dear God,please bless America. We are in serious trouble...
JeriI think you mean Joe Miller, not Joe Wilson. This having been said, I definitely am not OK with the NRSC sending counsel to Alaska. Let Alaska handle its own primary election. I have called both the NRSC and Cornyn's office here in Dallas and told them how I feel. As a past contributor to the NRSC, you can bet I won't make that mistake again and I let them know it.
Let's have a fair count of the votes. Sen. Cornyn just got some mud on his feet. Has anyone seen Al Gore hanging with Cornyn lately. His next public speaking engagement should be drowned by booing until he leaves the stage. Do we have a qualified person to run against him? All Tea Party supporters should start soliciting every person in your sphere of influence to join us and be active. Tell the Libertarian that it took the Libertarian Party 12 years to get a candidate on the ballot. We don't need a new party, just conservatives elected in our party.
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Lionking48 2010-08-27 18:35:16
Bottom line is we need legal beagles there too. Last thing we need is another stolen election ala Franken and SNL... what a joke!
It appears that John Cornyn wants to attempt to thwart the will of the voters in Alaska, which is an absolute disgrace. He needs to mind his own business, despite what he seems to think IS his. Let's hope that Joe can pull it out. The NRSC needs to butt out; I will be emailing Senator Cornyn next.
Very upset by the decision of the RNSC to back Murkowski. After failing to stop Kagen, and backing so many RHINOS, I won't be giving to any Republican organizations, but to conservative candidates only. Apparently the leadership of the RNC hasn't gotten the full Tea Party message, I'm sorry to say.
He is in a tough situation. They would be better served to stay out of the primaries and save resources for the election. Cornyn may feel he is obligated to support an incumbent party member, but he can only lose with this approach. They should keep out of it altogether, let the state's process run its legal course, and then wholeheartedly support the winner. Until the RNC decides to formalize a move to the right, we are going to be stuck with RINOs. THe best solution is to not let them win by voting for those who stand for the Constitution and limited government
I'm OK with it. Look, we'd expect the same treatment if Joe Miller was behind in the vote. It actually helps the T Party by adding credibility if the Rep Party verifies all the votes.
No, we wouldn't expect the same treatment if Joe Miller were behind. The NRSC exists to support INCUMBENT Republicans, so Miller doesn't qualify. But we MUST expect Sen. Cornyn to have the wisdom to know when NOT to send NRSC resources to assist a candidate - and that's when it's a liberal RINO like Murkowski
I sent the folling email to Senator Cornyn:
It has been brought to my attention %u201Cthat the National Republican Senatorial Committee, headed up by Texas' own Senator John Cornyn, is dispatching the lawyers to save Murkowski's hide: Sean Cairncross, the general counsel of the National Republican Senatorial Committee, is headed to Alaska at the request of Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R) to help provide guidance to the GOP incumbent who finds herself trailing attorney Joe Miller (R) by roughly 1,600 votes.%u201D I was a Republican for over four decades. Due to the Middle East wars and Bush%u2019s excessive spending, I became an Independent. In frustration, I voted for Obama. This turned out to be a mistake. However, I still have my misgivings about the Republican Party and have not provided any funding to The National Republican Senatorial Committee. Instead, I have contributed a number of times to Jim DeMint%u2019s Conservatives Fund. I believe that the Republican Party has deserte
It has been brought to my attention %u201Cthat the National Republican Senatorial Committee, headed up by Texas' own Senator John Cornyn, is dispatching the lawyers to save Murkowski's hide: Sean Cairncross, the general counsel of the National Republican Senatorial Committee, is headed to Alaska at the request of Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R) to help provide guidance to the GOP incumbent who finds herself trailing attorney Joe Miller (R) by roughly 1,600 votes.%u201D I was a Republican for over four decades. Due to the Middle East wars and Bush%u2019s excessive spending, I became an Independent. In frustration, I voted for Obama. This turned out to be a mistake. However, I still have my misgivings about the Republican Party and have not provided any funding to The National Republican Senatorial Committee. Instead, I have contributed a number of times to Jim DeMint%u2019s Conservatives Fund. I believe that the Republican Party has deserte
No, we wouldn't expect the same treatment if Joe Miller were behind. The NRSC exists to support INCUMBENT Republicans, so Miller doesn't qualify. But we MUST expect Sen. Cornyn to have the wisdom to know when NOT to send NRSC resources to assist a candidate - and that's when it's a liberal RINO like Murkowski.
No, I'm not OK with it, and I've already contacted Sen. Cornyn (MY senator) to tell him how I feel.
I also contacted Kay Bailey Hutchison to tell her I want her to speak to Sen. Cornyn.
Senator Cornyn, in spite of his position on the NRSC, should back Joe Miller and/or NOT support RINO Lisa Murkowski. She's exactly what we DON'T need in the Senate.
I also contacted Kay Bailey Hutchison to tell her I want her to speak to Sen. Cornyn.
Senator Cornyn, in spite of his position on the NRSC, should back Joe Miller and/or NOT support RINO Lisa Murkowski. She's exactly what we DON'T need in the Senate.
John Cornyn needs to be targeted hard, when he comes up for re-election. It is time for him and people like him(Murkowski)to be voted out of office. If they steal the Alaska election, a recount should be demanded. We don't need anymore crooks like Gore in Florida. Just hope the Daley machine doesn't help count. Cornyn needs to stay out of the fray, or suffer the consequences of defection. If it looks like a RINO, Talk like a RINO, and walks like a RINO, she's a RINO. Cornyn may be a closet RINO to be watched.
No, I'm not okay with this. This is why I'm not currently giving money to the Republican Party - they're not listening to the people - they're still following their own agenda. I'm going to be in touch with Cornyn and let him know what I think of this. And the next time the Republicans call me soliciting money, they're going to get an earful from me.
Team - The NRSC is the group sending in the lawyers to support Murkowski.
http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0810/41518.html
They also supported Arlen Spector and Charlie Crist in 2009.
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748703579804575441331350216628.html?mod=WSJ_Opinion_LEADTop
John Cornyn is the Chairman of the NRSC.
They are working against the anti-incumbent, Tea Party wave that is coming and we are driving. Cornyn is in our backyard and I bet we can shake his tree on this. Let's tell him we know what is going on and expect better from him!
http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0810/41518.html
They also supported Arlen Spector and Charlie Crist in 2009.
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748703579804575441331350216628.html?mod=WSJ_Opinion_LEADTop
John Cornyn is the Chairman of the NRSC.
They are working against the anti-incumbent, Tea Party wave that is coming and we are driving. Cornyn is in our backyard and I bet we can shake his tree on this. Let's tell him we know what is going on and expect better from him!
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jeannieforrest 2010-08-27 19:42:25
At a meeting I attended Monday, Pete Sessions's actions with Dede Scozzafava were defended as his doing "his job". I can accept that BUT I don't have to like it, and I believe Sessions' and Cornyn's jobs can be eliminated IF the Republican Party adopts a position that you can't be a member of the Republican Party if you vote 30% or more with the Democrats. The party didn't do its own cleansing by getting rid of the RHINOs so we'll just have to do it for them! Elect more Joe Millers by donating to the individual campaign and don't give a dime to the Republican Party. No money...now lawyers! Oh and don't forget to get rid of Sessions and Cornyn! Let the Republican Party know why you aren't giving them money!
Perhaps we should all just demand that they do away with these kind of committees/organizations....it seems to be an institutionalized way of 'guaranteeing' unlimited terms...maybe getting rid of these orgs could be a first step towards estabishling term limits for all of our representatives...
This is not OK, but it is another example that career politicians just dont' get it. It's amazing how these incumbents think they're entitled to win and can't accept the fact that just maybe they didn't get the majority of votes. I'm not sure what needs to be done, other than John Cornyn doesn't need to send the legal assistance to Alaska.
no, hell no i am not O.K. with it, we have got to step up, if they suck and they are an incumbent then they must be removed. no questions asked, we have to stop electing the less evil, and it is up to us. If Mr. cornyn dosen't agree, then I guess he casts his lot with the rest of the theives and crooks, we'll see him on the next election. I think he has my contact information if he would like to talk, my family has been supporters of cornyn for years, but it is time to clean out the roost., no one, and I mean no one is safe because they have tenure or just because they call themselves republican. CLEAN HOUSE NOW!!!
What should we do? Start looking for a NEW SENATOR! We will need to replace BOTH of our senators in the next two elections, and we need to tell our current leadership we will. If Michael Williams, who was planning to run for Kay Bailey's seat IF she won the GOP nomination for Governor, is my choice for the next Senator from TEXAS. I know we don't endorse candidates, but we can DAMN well inform our current senators that they are OUT OF TOUCH, OUT OF DATE, and ON THE WAY OUT!
All Republicans need to be notified that this is why the approval rating of the Republican party is so low and why people aren't donating to the Republican party. I have already gone online at his site and let him know I will not back him again and I am letting the rest of the Republicans know this is why they are not receiving funding and why the tea party is bringing in people to run for office.
No, I am not OK with this situation. He is just as much what is wrong with Washington as the progressive liberals. It's time for the "machine" to get out of this race. Cornyn must pull back the heavy-handed lawyers and go home. Let Alaskans do their own counting without congressional interference. If he does not do this on his own, then we need to confront him with telephone calls, emails, visits, FAXes, or whatever it takes to stress to him it is "hands off" and no tampering with this election.
NRSC needs to stay out of the Republican primary. NRSC can support the Republican Senate candidate coming out of Alaska. NRSC is playing in state elections in an attempt to get the candidate THEY want, not necessarily the candidate the people of Alaska want to represent them in the U.S. Senate.
I am NOT okay with this situation. It show's that John Cornyn doesn't get what is happening among the electorate or he doesn't care. It shows that he is among the "ruling class of elitists" and not representative of the "country class" and those in the Tea Party who are fed up with the aloof "ruling class." I am extremely disappointed in my senator.
This is why I can't in good conscience support the republican party. I may be more likely to vote for their candidates than the democrats' (although I'm not likely to vote for either if there is a good 3rd party candidate), but I will not participate in their sickening party politics.
Am I okay with it? No more than I am okay with Barrack Obama being president right now! I have called Cornyn's office several times this year expressing my frustration over NRSC's meddling in primary business. You would think after Florida and Crist, they would learn abstain from this kind of nonsense. I shall call and protest yet again.
The least he could do is stay out of it. It's not like it's his jurisdiction. Like some republicans, his actions smack of resentment toward the TEA party. He appears more interested in maintaining the loser strategy of the republican party of maintaining the status quo. We need to fight psuedo conservatives like John Cornyn and show him our opinion at the ballot box and get him out of office.
A further thought. I am with those of you who have suggested replacing Cornyn in 2012. But before stirring the pot too much let%u2019s find our replacement. I suggest that we need to start %u201Cinterviewing%u201D potential candidates now as we have only two years before the 2012 elections. If we cannot find a person more worthy of our support than Cornyn in the next 12 %u2013 18 months, we may be stuck with Cornyn since he is without a doubt preferable to a democrat.
Sorry, don't know where the garbage came from in previous.
A further thought. I am with those of you who have suggested replacing Cornyn in 2012. But before stirring the pot too much let%u2019s find our replacement. I suggest that we need to start %u2018interviewing%u2019 potential candidates now as we have only two years before the 2012 elections. If we cannot find a person more worthy of our support than Cornyn in the next 12 to 18 months, we may be stuck with Cornyn since he is without a doubt preferable to a democrat.
A further thought. I am with those of you who have suggested replacing Cornyn in 2012. But before stirring the pot too much let%u2019s find our replacement. I suggest that we need to start %u2018interviewing%u2019 potential candidates now as we have only two years before the 2012 elections. If we cannot find a person more worthy of our support than Cornyn in the next 12 to 18 months, we may be stuck with Cornyn since he is without a doubt preferable to a democrat.
I called Senators Cornyn's about this today and they told me they could not even hear what I had to say since it has nothing to do with legislation. They suggested we contact the NRSC and issue our complaints there. They gave me the NRCS phone number, 202-675-6000, so I called there and voiced my issue with helping an apparent RINO and that we are working our tails off to remove the RINOS, like her.
NRSC 202-675-6000. Calling Cornyn's office will do no good, NRSC is separate from his Senatorial duties. THE NRSC is there for the incumbents unfortunately. If an incumbent asks for help, the NRSC has to help, so my suggestion to them was that they should not help or fund any incumbent that goes against their constituents, the constitution and our rights. They took an oath therefore they should be held to it.
The NRSC should stay out of it. I quit giving money to them some time ago because of such things as this. That's also why I no longer call myself a republican. I'm a conservative and proud of it!
I would say that if he is sending this person to advise a fellow senator on election law and what have you then it is fine. If on the other hand he is sending this lawyer to help her get votes discounted then he needs to be told to keep his paws off. This is an issue for Alaskans to decide not republicans or Texans. It should be an unbiased counting of votes and as one other person mentioned let the chips fall where they may.
I am most certainly NOT ok with this and feel betrayed by Cornyn, whom I have always considered a bit above average for a Senator. I have already advised him via email that I will NOT contribute to the NRSC to have my money used to keep the establishment going. I will continue to advise him of his mistake with each and every letter, phone call or email I receive. Definately let the Senatory hear from you. Remember, it is OUR contributions that is paying for this and we have the more right than any to say DO NOT SUPPORT THE RINOS or your next re-election may be a stake.
I think every one should donate funds in order for the Tea Party candidate to have a paid gun in their camp, and make sure the Republican hack doesn't get away with anything.
Then I think an e mail campaign to cornin advising him to but our, that he doesn't own his seat either.
Then I think an e mail campaign to cornin advising him to but our, that he doesn't own his seat either.
I do not like it; however, Sen. Cornyn has a professional relationship with Sen. Murkowski not with challenger Miller and most likely was asked to help. What do you do for your friends when asked to help? John Cornyn's conservative view is notable. Sen. Cornyn ought to be respectfully notified with some impact of our displeasure. Perhaps directly at his North Dallas office. Certainly via email.
Looks like we need to get rid or Cornyn too. We have enough of tehse politicians trying to control things.
It's only been 2 years since he was reelected. We must always put up strong conservative challengers to incumbents. We deserve to have a real choice during primaries. No more uncontested primaries!!! Joe Barton was not contested. He is out of here as soon as we find a strong challenger in 2012. In the mean time, Cornyn thinks we will forget. He needs to realize that we have two years to find a challenger, then that person will have a year to get ready to take him on. Let's find the right person to take him out of office in 2014.
This is an OUTRAGE! I've written Cornyn several times about his unwise support for the wrong candidate. He's done it time and again, and will not listen. WHY? Why doesn't he heed fellow Texans and do the right thing. He's become a RINO, which just shocks me to no end!!
I will fax a message to Cornyn's office. It's time that our leaders in DC learn that they are not there to go against the will of the American voters. This is a primary and not something that the NRSC should be taking sides. We've already seen enough shenanigans on the left. The Republican Party Leaders need to accept that we must return to truly conservative values and support only conservatives. Incumbents are not entitled to stay in office or a place on the ballot in November!
The NRC doesn't want to be accused of cronyism and then Cronyn does this. What happened to the "will of the people" the NRC keeps harping on? We have enough problems with Democrats and liberals mucking about with things contrary to the majority. Why doesn't Cronyn stay home and tend to his own state and help us with our own challenges right here in Texas.
NO!!!!!!!!!!!!!! this is not right. I live in texas and called his office and let them know how wrong this is. RNC is not the tea party's friend. they will under cut us every time. they are the problem along with the DNC, same progressives!! they did this in Indiana, New York and other states. sell the good people down the river and not support them! We need people in charge like Jim Demit and michelle baughman and like thinking people. what should we do, let them know how we feel at the RNC, don't give them any money RNC. sent it directly to the good candidates. cut the RNC out completely. Send back there letters and let them know, for they only under $$$$$$ money$$$$. thank you. we love American and with God's help we win this long battle P.S. listen and watch Glenn Beck. He helps ous out a lot!!
Although I've been a Senator Cornyn fan from the first day I moved to Texas and he, unlike Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison, has clearly represented our wishes well, I am very concerned about this. We need to let Cornyn know in no uncertain terms that if he wants to continue to receive support from constituents like me, he must ensure that the team he has sent does not interfere with the legitimate vote count. He must be made to understand that any unusual activity by this team will be met with a strong response that will land squarely in his lap!
At the very least, there should be Tea Party members overseeing the counting of the absentee ballots. Secondly, it should be made clear to Sen. Cornyn that this stunt will cost him dearly when he runs for re-election. The curtain has been pulled back to reveal who Cornyn really is, and we need to get rid of every one of them. The Republican Party leadership should not be trusted.
I have never liked or trusted Cornyn. He has always been a typical polititian and no friend to true conservatives. I believe the ballots should be counted but I'm very suspicious of ballots being "thrown out" or "found" like they have been in so many other elections. This stuff is becoming all to common and it is giving me serious doubts about our election process in recent years.
I absolutely think it's wrong of John Cornyn to get involved with Murkowski. What is he thinking?! When I have a question or a statement to either of the 2 Senators from Texas I write a letter and send it directly to their Dallas office! Don't send letters to their Wash. D.C. office - it can be weeks and weeks, if ever, before they get the letter.
John Cornyn is one of my Senators and he needs to back off. It should be obvious by now that his conservative constituents, (for the most part), are very open to new representation. I read an article or speech recently made by Senator Trent Lott. Lott seem to be worried about new blood infusing the congress and senate stating how worrisome and time consuming it will be to bring the up to speed. I took that to mean that the so called good old boys will have to take them under their wings and break them in right. Of course I'm paraphrasing what I read but it really angered me. The old boys better realize we want more conservative representation. Lisa Murkowski is not a Conservative. Wake up guys.
We need to tell John Cornyn to either get the hell out of the way, or demand that he give Miller the same exact amount in legal assistance. We need to do this as a CONCERTED EFFORT - we all converge ont he idiot at the same time. A rally at his office wouldn't hurt either! This is not the first time this idiot has aided a RINO and we're sick of him! BTW, I'M FROM TEXAS!!
Im not OK with it. I think its out of place for John Cornyn and the NRSC to get involved. Are they going to do this with every race that doesn't come out to their liking? I'm a John Cornyn supporter but he lost me on this one. Is this the Republican idea of less government intrusion? We have had enough intrusion in our lives the past 19 months with the Democrates. The count will be what it will be. Let Alaska take care of Alaska. I'm backing Miller on this one.
The fact that the "Good ol'boy" network is wanting to keep the status-quo is disturbing, I would hope that the good senator from Texas would two-step out of that environment and let the Alaskan voters control their future.
And if that does not send a message to the good Senator, the Tea Party should have a "Bomb" fundraising campaign for Good ol'Joe
IMHO - Harold
And if that does not send a message to the good Senator, the Tea Party should have a "Bomb" fundraising campaign for Good ol'Joe
IMHO - Harold
Neither the party nor the NRSC should be taking sides in a Republican Primary. Cornyn's action is a shameful display of loyalty to the incumbents' club than to the will of the electorate. Unfortunately, apparatchiks like this dominate our party machinery and simply have to go. He may generally be on the right side of substantive issues (eg McAmnesty for illegal immigrants) but not always (eg TARP). And he will have to go. Sorry, Bub, but the NSRC does not run our party our pick our candidates. So you have to go.
I have already informed the National Republican Committee that I do not support their interfering in the election in Alaska. I have told them that I am withholding all future financial support.
I have also informed our senator that I intend to support any candidate that will oppose him in the future.
As it was once said, "I wish that you are either hot or cold. But if you are luck warm I will spit you out".
There are eletist ruling class members in both parties. They must all be identified and retired.
I have also informed our senator that I intend to support any candidate that will oppose him in the future.
As it was once said, "I wish that you are either hot or cold. But if you are luck warm I will spit you out".
There are eletist ruling class members in both parties. They must all be identified and retired.
Any appearance of the committee favoring Republican candidate Murkowski over Republican candidate Miller would be yet another example of political extremism, tacit recognition of the concept that perpetuates government elitists over grass roots candidates. Hands off NRSC.Overseeing election results Gop vs Dem OK. But, in this case let the Alaskan office of elections handle the matter without your interference.
by anonymous (BFE) 2010-08-28 00:17:14
No I am not alright with this situation. So disappointed in Cornyn. I have no idea what to do about it. Another situation....received email about supporters of Obama and his agenda are going door to door Sat.Aug.28. Their job, if I understand, will be to encourge folks to vote ?????? They are meeting on Forest Hills Blvd, 75218. about 1 or 2pm?? THEY ARE ORGANIZING!!!!
gr8grumpfCornyn has NO BUSINESS INTERFERING with the voters in ALASKA! He just scored an "A" on his voting record as graded by Liberty Central; he is sabotaging his own grades now! Incumbents have enough trouble of their own, so how does Cornyn have money or time to spend on Alaska! I will remember come November!
I DON'T like it. I didn't VOTE for Cornyn. He's a SLICK-myster-liar and he's been there toooooo long. I would vote for anybody but HIM even DEMOCRAT. They -Rep & Dem-are trying to keep the status-quo in. If every state would go to their capital and drag the bums out in the street and kick their ass & fire them we would have NO problem in DC. Cornyn should not of been voted back in last time. Ya think him or any of the others are listening to you.
I am very distubed the National Republican Party is sending in lawyers on Murkowski's behalf against another Republican canidate who looks to be the winner. It is up to the people to decide who they want representing them not the party bosses. So please remove these lawyers and let the state and local authorities do they job and count the votes and whoever has the most votes wins.
Mr. Cornyn,no I'm not ok with this!
The only reason I can think of that you would be assisting in Lisa Murkowski's legal effort is that the "Good Ole Boy" network is alive & well and in full swing.
I am appalled that you would take acion to help her win in spite of what the people of Alaska have chosen to do. Have you met Al Franken? This is not the way of "Texas" politics.
You had better think long and hard before you do something that could jeapordize you career.
This is not the time to be "Playing" politics.
The only reason I can think of that you would be assisting in Lisa Murkowski's legal effort is that the "Good Ole Boy" network is alive & well and in full swing.
I am appalled that you would take acion to help her win in spite of what the people of Alaska have chosen to do. Have you met Al Franken? This is not the way of "Texas" politics.
You had better think long and hard before you do something that could jeapordize you career.
This is not the time to be "Playing" politics.
John Cornyn was a bought and paid for republican Texas Supreme Court justice and a bought an paid for republican U.S. Senator. He is acting for the benefit of the republican party (not My Republican party but a group of people claiming to be republican conservatives). John Cornyn is trying to kill the Tea Party message, because he is NOT a conservative, and does not represent individual liberties, is not a fiscal conservative, and will do what ever it takes to keep his version of the republican party in power. VOTE HIM OUT !
VOTE OUT ALL THE INCUMBENTS and VOTE IN TEA PARTY CONSERVATIVES !
VOTE OUT ALL THE INCUMBENTS and VOTE IN TEA PARTY CONSERVATIVES !
DebO1. ABSOLUTELY NOT!
2. I will be calling his office & emailing again! Last wk I let him know what I think about his attendance at the big Rep Log Cabin Fundraiser in DC in Sept. They have the only active lawsuit against the legislation banning LGBT's in the military & he will be at their fundraiser? What kind of perception does that give??
2. I will be calling his office & emailing again! Last wk I let him know what I think about his attendance at the big Rep Log Cabin Fundraiser in DC in Sept. They have the only active lawsuit against the legislation banning LGBT's in the military & he will be at their fundraiser? What kind of perception does that give??
I am not OK with Cornyn putting his weight behind Murkowski. His weight belongs to issues in Texas. Let Alaskans decide what is best form themselves. I think a pro-life, West Point graduate, Gulf War veteran, Bronze Star recipient, lawyer sounds like an ideal Senator for Alaska - or anywhere. Cornyn needs to pay attention to his own backyard.
The situation is unacceptable. But this is nothing new, either. If we weren't in such a jam right now, I'd find all this indignance over the Federal-level campaign committees to be downright funny. Both so-called major parties have them for House and Senate. They are there to protect incumbents or support only the new folks that the "establishment" knows it can control. Them's the facts. To JayTea at 12:14:46: Wise up. The stuff about third parties causing liberal victories in elections has been exposed as an urban myth long ago, and is now used as a propaganda tool by the GOP to keep everybody on the reservation. Also, this: Go to the bookstore. Get "Primary Mistake" by Steve Laffey and see how the GOP especially uses the Campaign Committee construct as a weapon. Those of you who think you can clean up the GOP are sadly mistaken. You all have the power RIGHT NOW to establish another successful party, but won't. It's tragic. I'll keep working to help the Constitution Party, thanks.
1. ABSOLUTELY NOT!
2. I will be calling & emailing him again like I did last week re: his attendance at Rep Log Cabin fundraiser event in DC next month. They are the only group w/an active lawsuit against original legislation banning LGBT's from the military & he is going to be at their fundraiser?! What kind of perception does that give? Not one that I want to be affiliated with! While you are at it - call him about that too! ;)
2. I will be calling & emailing him again like I did last week re: his attendance at Rep Log Cabin fundraiser event in DC next month. They are the only group w/an active lawsuit against original legislation banning LGBT's from the military & he is going to be at their fundraiser?! What kind of perception does that give? Not one that I want to be affiliated with! While you are at it - call him about that too! ;)
1. ABSOLUTELY NOT!
2. I will be calling & emailing him again like I did last week re: his attendance at Rep Log Cabin fundraiser event in DC next month. They are the only group w/an active lawsuit against original legislation banning LGBT's from the military & he is going to be at their fundraiser?! What kind of perception does that give? Not one that I want to be affiliated with! While you are at it - call him about that too! ;)
2. I will be calling & emailing him again like I did last week re: his attendance at Rep Log Cabin fundraiser event in DC next month. They are the only group w/an active lawsuit against original legislation banning LGBT's from the military & he is going to be at their fundraiser?! What kind of perception does that give? Not one that I want to be affiliated with! While you are at it - call him about that too! ;)
I have voted for Cornyn because I believed that he was independent from Repub. elitist, which are responsible for squandering the inheritance of the Reagan legacy that belongs to the people, not professional politicians. Henceforth by trying to help "Good Ole Girl"Murkowskey, and extension of her father by appt.would only extend more corruption in Alaska.
We need to break up "organized politics"as the only difference between it and "organized crime"the side of the "bars" they are on. When this is so blatant, we need to do what the founders gave us the power to on Nov. 2nd - throw them all out and start over again. We can't do any worse than the status quo they offer or the "monopolistic bureaucratic self greasing system" that they have engineered for their own benefit and not ours. Professional politicians are the greatest threat to our liberty, sovereignty and country - bar none.
Term limits, balanced bidget amendments to Const. and outlaw "anchor babies" by legislation.
We need to break up "organized politics"as the only difference between it and "organized crime"the side of the "bars" they are on. When this is so blatant, we need to do what the founders gave us the power to on Nov. 2nd - throw them all out and start over again. We can't do any worse than the status quo they offer or the "monopolistic bureaucratic self greasing system" that they have engineered for their own benefit and not ours. Professional politicians are the greatest threat to our liberty, sovereignty and country - bar none.
Term limits, balanced bidget amendments to Const. and outlaw "anchor babies" by legislation.
Only if the NRSC is making sure that the counts are being done fairly. I don't want to see an "Al Franken" repeat. Past that, once the votes decide who the winner is, then - and only then - should the NRSC be "lending help" to support the voters' choice.
NRSC shouldn't be promoting one candidate in the primaries. They may argue that they need to ensure the candidate with the best chance of defeating the "Dims" is on the ballot. Perhaps phone calls & letters to Sen. Cornyn from enough TX residents would get the message to him to stop. He'll need to be reelected, too.
I agree with criticism about Cornyn actions and he needs to be told.
Also believe Alaska has received more than its fair share of handouts and should now stand on it own.
We have become a 3rd world country when it comes to our election process. We used to let the outcome be determined by counting ballots but now we have to resort to all types of vote counting manuvers that we criticized third world countries about for so long. Guess the next step will be to invite election observers from Mexico to critique our election process.
We had better wake up and quit trying to game the election system.
Also believe Alaska has received more than its fair share of handouts and should now stand on it own.
We have become a 3rd world country when it comes to our election process. We used to let the outcome be determined by counting ballots but now we have to resort to all types of vote counting manuvers that we criticized third world countries about for so long. Guess the next step will be to invite election observers from Mexico to critique our election process.
We had better wake up and quit trying to game the election system.
Sounds like Cornyn and the NRSC are trying to out democrat the democrats. How many times have we seen the dems mount re-count after re-count until they get the result they want? Al Frankin comes to mind. Cornyn, and Hutchison, need to go but, it's tough beating an incumbent. We need to look around the state for decent representatives who will challenge them and start working for them now. The election this November needs to be only the beginning of the struggle to take our country back.
Even before this situation I have asked all of my reps, Cornyn, Hutchinson and Marchant to step aside and let conservative patriots run in their place as they have not been loud and strong enough concerning the very issues that are ruining the people and culture in America.
Thanks for the info. Yet another example that, while there is no difference between a democrat and a liberal (a great strength of our enemy), there is a HUGE difference between a republican and a conservative (unfortunately). That needs to be fixed. Cornyn's objection to the conservative defeating the republican shows us his true colors. He needs to be told loud and clear that we do not appreciate, and will remember, his meddling, shameful duplicity.
Here's what I sent to Cornyn Thursday night:
Senator Cornyn,
I'm passing this along so that you know that we do not support your backing of Sen. Murkowski (RINO), against such a stellar conservative, West Point grad, war hero (Bronze Star recipient), Yale Law and a fellow Judge, Joe Miller who stands to win and help start a change in the Senate. I hope you're sending Mr. Sean Cairncross to ensure that BOTH sides are evenly represented and that the count of the absentee ballots doesn't result in a Stuart Smalley (Franken) type win in MN.
Thank you of all you do, but realize that we are taking serious issue with the same ol' way of doing things in Washington and we are determined to bring this country back to it's founding roots.
Senator Cornyn,
I'm passing this along so that you know that we do not support your backing of Sen. Murkowski (RINO), against such a stellar conservative, West Point grad, war hero (Bronze Star recipient), Yale Law and a fellow Judge, Joe Miller who stands to win and help start a change in the Senate. I hope you're sending Mr. Sean Cairncross to ensure that BOTH sides are evenly represented and that the count of the absentee ballots doesn't result in a Stuart Smalley (Franken) type win in MN.
Thank you of all you do, but realize that we are taking serious issue with the same ol' way of doing things in Washington and we are determined to bring this country back to it's founding roots.
Thanks for the heads up. No, I'm not ok with John Cornyn sending legal assistance to Lisa Murkowski. It looks like she lost the election fair and square. Sure, all ballots should be counted, but let them work it out in Alaska. The Tea Party exists today in part because of this kind of stuff. People get to Washington and think they are entitled to be there forever. They forget about the people they work for. We can send John Cornyn packing, too.
No, I'm not OK and this is not the first time the NRSC has made decisions to spend money in this way.
Of course, they are no longer spending MY money and have not been for a number of years now. And every time they ask for some, I send back their envelope with a note telling them -- again -- why it is empty. They don't get the message.
Of course, they are no longer spending MY money and have not been for a number of years now. And every time they ask for some, I send back their envelope with a note telling them -- again -- why it is empty. They don't get the message.
I am very uncomfortable with Cornyn, and this episode reinforces my belief that he is nothing more than another two bit politician using the name "Republican" to get elected. He favors the political establishment, not priciples of liberty and free markets. In my opinion we should start looking for candidates that can challenge both him and Hutchinson.
I called Cornyn's DC office yesterday and the man that ansewered the phone refused to take a message concerning this issue. After remiinding him that Cornyn was elected by us in Texas and that we could also refuse to re-elect him next time in the primaries he hung up on us.
We have to vote all incumbements out of office if we are ever going to change this country and get it back on the right path. We need to do that over the next 6 years and do it at the primaries, not the general election in November.
We can start now by filling his e-mail box with our discust with his actions.
We have to vote all incumbements out of office if we are ever going to change this country and get it back on the right path. We need to do that over the next 6 years and do it at the primaries, not the general election in November.
We can start now by filling his e-mail box with our discust with his actions.
Senator Cornyn,
If this is accurate, your legal assistance subverts the electoral process. I understand this is "custom and tradition" but frankly is an action that splits the party at a time when conservatives should be working together. Bottom line, butt out of this election and let the voters instead of the lawyers decide for a "change I can believe in".
Thanks!
Steve Miller
Red Oak, Texas 75154
972-617-1819
If this is accurate, your legal assistance subverts the electoral process. I understand this is "custom and tradition" but frankly is an action that splits the party at a time when conservatives should be working together. Bottom line, butt out of this election and let the voters instead of the lawyers decide for a "change I can believe in".
Thanks!
Steve Miller
Red Oak, Texas 75154
972-617-1819
Not ok with it. This is exactly what is wrong with the Republican Parties Rhino's. One only needs to ask themselves why would they oppose the Conservative candidate for the for her my guess she leans a tad more to left of center and can be counted on to follow their same old agendas
I don't blame Murkowski for doing what she can to win, but I am sick and tired of the Republican establishment protecting their own. John Cornyn doesn't care about setting this country strait. Term limits are the answer to these power hungry buerocrats.
It is important that candidates can have the right to prove the veracity of the vote. That said, this sounds eerily Al Franken-ish. Especially when she is indicating that even if she loses the primary, she will run as an Independant. This is all about her and not our Country. I am sure she will not at that point return any Republican money she has collected so far. I'm very weary of lawyers creating election outcomes out of thin air. And I'm tired of the DNC and RNC politics that continue to perpetuate the same 'good ol boy' system and leftist leadership that is systematically destroying our Constitution and Freedoms. We have already contacted Cornyn's office and his committee with our displeasure.
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SherryannI believe this guy and several more Rhino Republicans need to go! I am not sure why the American people voted for him again anyhow. It's time they listen to the American People and we speak through votes! I am all for a Town Hall and would be happy to help and get my members to come. We really have no time to waste here. The American People need to get serious now!
Looks as though John is part of the GOOD OLD BOY Washington club, that believes that new blood in Washington is conterproductive. He has no business in Alaskan politics!! He needs to focus on CUTTING government and the spending that has gone ballistic. I don't know Lisa's voting record, but the folks in Alaska do and they are trying to vote her out. They have the say and carpet baggers, like Cornyn, need to keep their noses out of it.
It looks as if are misguided Tx. senator is at it again, first backing Gov. Christ in Flda. for senator and look what happened there, he is now trying to get his money back after Christ turned Independent when faced with a strong challenge from another conservative candidate, Marco Rubio, its time for Cornyn to relinquish his position as senate re-election commitiee leader, and when he comes up for election Texans need to retire his foolish butt!!!!11!!!111!1
I believe Murkowsi is a RINO and hope Miller is victorious. I sent an email to Senator Cornyn because I think he is interfering unnecessarily.
ok, i want joe too -- but how is the senator interfering when he wants to count the votes in a very close race?!?! when did democracy become so upsetting to everyone - when we lose? no, democracy should hold higher sway over politics. Count the votes.
Hey, i would rather have the much more fiscal conservative (joe) win the deal -- but we CANNOT subvert the democratic process -- those votes must be counted and counted carefully. what's wrong with counting them!?!?!??!? ultimately, we should install the senator who won the race -- regardless of our own position. Let's not succumb to liberal tactics, but hold the higher ground!
This scenario illustrates with great clarity the continuing disconnect between professional(career) politicians and the leaders we desperately need at this time. As grassroots proponents of a restoration of Constitutional government in the United States we can't allow our energy to be co-opted by slick politicians who put their interests above what is best for the Nation as a whole. I heard the NRSC described as being more focused on incumbents than on getting the best candidate elected. In other words they are working to extend "business as usual" in Washington DC. I become more convinced every week that the Republican establishment didn't get the message in 2006 and 2008. I am concerned about results not tenure but I don't think Senator Cornyn and the leadership of the Republican party share my concerns. I am afraid we are asking a leopard to change his spots.
I overall like/support Cornyn, but I don't like his meddling in Alaska's politics with lawyers. It makes him look willing to use corruption to get things done. The thing that needs to be done is to somehow slap Cornyns face on the matter and let him know that we are watching and what this looks like to us - an unethical Franken move.
Senator Cornyn is proving again and again just how opportunistic he is. It is a shame that in the great state of Texas, one of our Senators is undermining the will of the people who are only seeking to restore constitutional sanity to our government! What should we do? We should recruit and run a true conservative candidate to defeat John Cornyn in the Republican Primary the next time he is up for election. I can say for certain that Senator Cornyn has lost my vote by virtue of these actions. I will never vote for a Democrat, or for a 3rd party candidate. But if Senator Cornyn is on the ballot the next time his seat comes open, I will merely not vote at all.
Our Senators must hear in no uncertain terms that we have a zero tolerance policy for this sort of devious and unacceptable behavior. So, within the boundaries of law and ethical/honorable conduct, we should do all we can to resist Senator Cornyn so he doesn't see another term as a US Senator.
Our Senators must hear in no uncertain terms that we have a zero tolerance policy for this sort of devious and unacceptable behavior. So, within the boundaries of law and ethical/honorable conduct, we should do all we can to resist Senator Cornyn so he doesn't see another term as a US Senator.
All sitting Senators have access to this function of the Republican Party. I do not feel it should be a debated point on whether the party is abandoning conservative values by fullfilling an obligation. There is enough sniping going on with now Miller's camp tweeting about Murkowski running as a Libertarian if she loses and comparing that to "the oldest profession." Murkowski should have been behind further in the votes as a result of a voting record that does not always hold true to Alaskan voter's wishes or beliefs. While I support Sarah Palin, I have to wonder if this is more about a long standing feud/rif/competition between Palin and Murkowski than core Republican values.
I agree, Cornyn has shown by his actions that he is status quo. My suggestion is that we start showing those in office, that after they have served either two or maybe three terms at most that we are going to elect a new official. Period....2012 and beyond.
Of course I'm not okay with it. It's business as usual. Quite frankly, anyone who feels that wasting more taxpayer dollars on a "team of lawyers" to "qualify" votes cast for the incumbent and "disqualify" votes for the contender (or vice-versa) is either a moron or part of our corrupt political system. If we need to "qualify/disqualify" votes to get to the truth then how about we fix the system that enables questionable votes to be cast in the first place. Nah, that makes sense, better that we trust the system and a bunch of lawyers to TELL us what the TRUTH is. Wake up people!
John Cornyn is our senator and we are so ready to get rid of him. We wish he were up for re-election this year. Believe me, as conservative Republicans, my husband and I are going to do as much as possible to see that a true conservative runs against him in his next primary and then gets elected. RINOs don't sit well with Texas conservatives.
Cornyn needs to stay with Texas Politics and let the Alaskan do their own thing. Obviously John is not in sync with Sarah Palin and that is a concern to me. Is he looking to keep Washington , DC status quo, or is he ready to fight for OUR RIGHTS and not his political cronies. Time for the 28th Amendment to be enacted. C.
I'm not OK with it. Being sick of incumbents in general, I'm also in favor of an honest count. But with lawyers, especially those hired by incumbents, review the ballots, there's no way to suspect anything other than a tainted qualification/disqualification process.
The fact that it's being done by Republicans is an embarrassment to me.
The fact that it's being done by Republicans is an embarrassment to me.
I am NOT "okay with this"!!!
I have written to Senator Cornyn, and the NRSC and GOP-USA and everybody I can think of, to say: "why is the GOP doing battle with its Conservative Grassroots base?" Furthermore, I told them "this is why I do not give donations to the GOP, I choose to donate directly to fiscal conservatives in various states!"
Suggest you send like messages.
I have written to Senator Cornyn, and the NRSC and GOP-USA and everybody I can think of, to say: "why is the GOP doing battle with its Conservative Grassroots base?" Furthermore, I told them "this is why I do not give donations to the GOP, I choose to donate directly to fiscal conservatives in various states!"
Suggest you send like messages.
It sounds like we are coming close to endorsing one candidate over another. While i think it is disgusting what Cornyn is doing, and I will gladly send him back home to Texas when his term is up, I think we should stay out of it, and just deal with him and his ilk, and the NRSC, in due time.
Tell John and the NRSC to "butt out!" I am in the process of accepting a tranfer to the MN office of my company, so-- unhappily-- this will be the last time I get to vote in TX for a while. (What pains me is that Al "Frankenstien" will be my Senator. What cheers me is that Michelle Bachmannn will be my Congesswoman.) Speaking of Franken, the AK situation invites the "stunts" pulled by the his campaign and the State DFL (Democrat) Party. As recently as a couple of months ago it was "discovered" that over 1000 convicted (e.g. disqualified)felons were allowed to vote... I wonder for whom? That on top of the all those who voted from the graveyards ("Landslide Lydndon!"), and multiple vote casters, etc. Let the locals sort this one out without the National Republicans taking sides!!!
John Cornyn needs to be reminded that we WANT Conservatives to represent us in the Senate -- NOT Progressives. Joe Miller is a Republican Conservative. He should do what the people want -- not what he or the Republican Party want. We will remember this when his re-election comes up -- that he picked and chose instead of what the people of Alaska wanted.
I understand that the candidates have the option of requesting NRSC legal aid if they think they need it. Cornyn may be honoring a request from Murkowski under NRSC rules. If all is done on the up-and-up, and no Al Franken type of cheating goes on, I guess it's fair. But if anything extraordinary occurs that has the taint of electoral corruption, then John Cornyn needs to pay the price in the end.
To me, this is exactly what we are fighting against. The game being played the way it has always been played. The time, effort and money being dedicated to ensure the future of a sitting Senator over what appears to be a vote for change is a distraction from more pressing matters.
What is this "BS" from Cornyn & his "merry band of (R) Commy Lite Crooks" think they'er doing? Trying to immitate their cohorts in Political Crime the (D's), to recreate the infamous "ACORN" group in plotting and getting the "unseen/uncounted" vote for their GUY/GIRL? I think so! Don't these over blown wore out FOOLS think that its only Democrats the American Electorant wants tossed out? That's RIGHT... We want all useless incumbents tossed out like the common trash that they are, because like Glenn Beck recently said: "I don't see a whole lot of difference between the (D's) & the (R's) !! We want you out too Cornyn !! Hungh, seems funny how the name similitude of both your corrupt names represent: A-"CORN" & "CORN"-YN..... Way too close there for me !!! You 'wertched' bunch of career politicians "ARE" the problem in Government! Your just too BLIND to see it! "OUT WITH THE OLD, IN WITH THE NEW".....
The National Republic Committee needs to stay out of it! Let the Alaska voters handle it. If the people of Alaska voted for Joe Miller than they have spoken, and we need to accept that they KNOW what is best for them and their state. The people have spoken!
This is precisely why I do not give to any party's national organization or even county party organizations. I am sick of the good ole' boy (girl) network. I only give to individual candidates. This is another Dee Dee Scosavava deal using donor money to thwart the will of the people and make it secondary to the Party bosses opinion.
It appears Cornyn is part of the political establishment. I am happy with his conservative voting record but disappointed in this intervention against a conservative candidate. We need to press John Cornyn with phone calls and emails to remain an observer during the absentee count and make sure there are no shenanigans. I understand there were 20K absentee ballots mailed out and only 7500 returned. Any found ballots above 7500 are suspect. Senator Cornyn will lose much credibility if this happens. Lisa's jaws were tense when she said she will not go away. It would not surprise me if she went Independent joining Charley Crist when the votes are counted.
Why are they so concerned about protecting the Murkowski? Don't they realize the goodness of Miller and the conservative values he has? It seems like we have to fight every step of the way. Enough of the RINOs. Cornyn will have egg on his face if she decides to go Democratic or Independent. Ha
Sen. Cornyn as much as I admire your service in TX I would ask you please do nothing to assist Lisa Mrkowski to remain in political office as an appointee of her father. Each candidate should be elected on their own merits rather than family ties. That's how DC got so screwed up to begin with. I'm also a strong advocate of term limits for ALL elected offices.
My stance this year has been, "I back candidates, not parties." If this situation is true and John Cornyn is a principal in it, then the NRSC will get no help. There is no place for a "good 'ol boy" club in politics anymore. Regardless, it is not the job of party officials to assist in Primary elections. If we allow politics as usual based on anything other than principles, the we deserve what we get. Show me the proof first.
This is the type of hypocrisy that drives me crazy. I'm a Texan and am deeply bothered by Sen. Cornyn's actions. I have discontinued giving donations to the Republican state and natioal organizations for this very reason. Many Republican leaders pay lip service to conservative principles, but act like Democrats when it's convenient or personally beneficial to do so. I now think term limits are necessary. The longer politicians stay in Washington, the more they act as if they know better than the rest of us what's good for the Country as a whole, the more they act like the "ruling elite". I plan to support individual candidates from now on, and I seem to be increasingly Independent. Sen Cornyn and his ilk should have waited for the absentee and early ballots to be counted and had strong evidence of a problem before acting.
The NRSC is part and parcel of what is wrong. YOU'RE NOT LISTENING GOP !!!! We're sick and tired of the good ole boy syndrome continuing as usual. CHANGE DIRECTIONS OR LOSE YOUR VOTER SUPPORT. I've been a GOP supporter for all my adult life but not any more if this line of same ole, same ole continues. Stand for basic conservative values or get out of the way for those coming up who do !! That's where the vote is going !! Change or face the routing of your voter support financially as well as at the ballot box. New blood without ties to the same failing policies that have been the status quo. Out with anyone who is an incumbant unless CHANGE of attitude and voting behavior happen LIKE NOW !!!
We all know that The Political Party should not get involved in PRIMARY elections. By sending aid to Markowski, John Cornyn violated this traditional rule. John Cornyn should be censured for doing so, and his actions should be condemned by Texas Republicans. He should have to answer for this to his party constituents.
1. No, it's not OK.
2. I'll write Cornyn's office and stay open to other suggestions to pressure him to not interfere with the election process. If the AK vote needs further counting or a recount, Alaska should do it cleanly and fairly. Non-Alaskans should do more than send observers (if they have questions) and sitting Senators shouldn%u2019t take sides against voters in another State by helping one candidate lawyer-up.
Is it possible to get all disputed ballots digitized and placed online so that the greater public can judge for themselves, and hold officials accountable?
2. I'll write Cornyn's office and stay open to other suggestions to pressure him to not interfere with the election process. If the AK vote needs further counting or a recount, Alaska should do it cleanly and fairly. Non-Alaskans should do more than send observers (if they have questions) and sitting Senators shouldn%u2019t take sides against voters in another State by helping one candidate lawyer-up.
Is it possible to get all disputed ballots digitized and placed online so that the greater public can judge for themselves, and hold officials accountable?
I don't think it is a good idea because it shows that the Republicans are doing the same thing the Democrats are doing: ignoring the people! Sure, there should be an honest acurate count, but don't bully the people by adding "legal effort" in qualifying or disqualifying; why does it have to be so complicated?!?
I think that John Cornyn once again showed that he is no real conservative. Basically, he is a "finger to the wind" RINO. He certainly is no one the Tea Party should support. We should be actively seeking out a real conservative to run for his seat when it next comes up for election.
DavidMy Senator, John Cornyn, had best tread very lightly in this situation. It is just fine to have observers to verify a proper count, but the RNC will be way out of line backing any law suit, or challenge. The people of Alaska have spoken. Let the absentee ballots be counted, and the election decided. If Miller has won, the RNC needs to fall right in line, and support the "will of the people". No ifs, ands, or buts. I DO have a problem with out of state politicians intruding into another states election, but these are extraordinary times. I've sent not a penny to the RNC, but have donated to conservative candidates in other states, not trusting the RNC to allocate my small contribution properly. Let this election play out as it will. Much is at stake in the upcoming election.
To expend Republican Party money to help save Sen. Murkowski from defeat in a Republican primary is a perversion of the NRSC%u2019s mission. The NRSC should let the Alaskan Republican primary be decided; then vigorously support the winner. The NRSC expending funds in a Republican primary is so wrong. Please stop it!
This must stop and can not be explained as a "retention policy." The NRSC%u2019s mission is to support Republican candidates %u2013 Not try to manipulate the Republican primary process. A major issue facing the Republican Party is %u201CRepublicans in name only%u201D (RINO) and spending ourselves to continued destroying ourselves is insane. If Sean Cairncross pulls an "ACORN" and thwarts the efforts of Alaska to replace Sen. Murkowski with a true constitutional conservative, he and the NRSC should be condemned and not applauded. Sen. Murkowski is a RINO and Alaska is trying to fix that.
This must stop and can not be explained as a "retention policy." The NRSC%u2019s mission is to support Republican candidates %u2013 Not try to manipulate the Republican primary process. A major issue facing the Republican Party is %u201CRepublicans in name only%u201D (RINO) and spending ourselves to continued destroying ourselves is insane. If Sean Cairncross pulls an "ACORN" and thwarts the efforts of Alaska to replace Sen. Murkowski with a true constitutional conservative, he and the NRSC should be condemned and not applauded. Sen. Murkowski is a RINO and Alaska is trying to fix that.
Please see my previous remarks at 01:18:40. This is not the first time that the NRSCC has been used as a weapon against an "outsider" during a Primary. Get a copy of 'Primary Mistake', a book by Steve Laffey who ran against Lincoln Chaffee ( the RINO to end all RINOs )a couple of cycles ago. Elizabeth Dole directed $400K into the Chaffee coffers to beat back Laffey's challenge. That wasn't the last instance of such skullduggery, obviously. The Cornyn-Murkowski connection won't be the last instance either. Laffey ran as a true-blue Reagan Conservative, and had a chance even though he was in a New England area state. He was springboarding from having been a very popular and successful mayor of Cranston R.I. Chaffee beat Laffey; then Chaffee got stomped in the General because of his lousy record of poor service to R.I. and schizoid positions.
Joe Miller is the true conservative in that race. If Cornyn uses the old Gore tactic to take the election from him, there will be a backlash. This type of behavior is what has the country steeped in leftist-made disasters; the RINOs are just as guilty as Obama, if not more.
I truly beleive that career politicians such as Mr. Cornyn have lost thier way. We should all be happy that new patriots are willing to challenge the status quo. This act is symbolic of the problems facing our nation, that being, politician's are more concerned about their position than the will of people. I hope and pray that November will be a turnning point in this nation's history. That the people entering the house, senate and other public offices are be committed to our country and not the health of their own wallets. And above all show the respect that our service men and women deserve. Without them this nation will fall. We should all take the time to discuss the state of our country to family , freinds and to anyone who will listen about the direction that we are headed. Thank you for given me this opportunity to express my concern's. GOD BLESS AMERICA.
I would be %u201Cok%u201D with Sen. Cornyn and the NRSC helping to oversee the count if this were different parties counting a very close race. However, I'm sure the conservative people in Alaska are capable of counting the last votes and don't need the NRSC butting in on their business. In my opinion, it makes Ms. Murkowski look suspicious and unwilling to go along w/ what her state voted. Once again it looks like an incumbent that is out of touch with their constituency & is willing to give the party a black eye if it means she wins. I would be really upset if other reps from other states were nosing into Texas business!! If she wins, fairly with no "funny counting", then congrats and hope that she does a good job. I also hope they all come out with clean hands...
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ask.eileen 2010-08-28 22:02:19
I think we need a protest rally at the Cornyn office.
Lawyers should play NO part in the vote count. Murkowski is a RHINO and should not get any support from the GOP. If she had upheld the party values she would not beb in the situtation she finds herself. Senator Cornyn needs to sit down and shut up. We need to watch the vote count very closely because as Vladimir Lenin said "It's not the person who casts the ballot that determines the outcome. It's the person who counts the ballots that determines the outcome.
Definitely NO! We need to send a message to the Republicans that we will vote them out also when they veer from conservative standards. I myself have refused to contribute to the Republican party, advising them I will be financially supporting those candidates to are true conservatives, not sending my money to them to do the very thing John Cornyn is now doing. I want my money to support the candidates I approve - not those that the party machine approves. The Republicans need to get the message, same as the Democrats. TIME TO RETURN TO AMERICAN VALUES AND TRUE CONSERVATIVE PRINCIPLES!
No, I do not think this is ok.John Cornyn should stay out of it and be glad that a good republican won. Some people are just sore losers. She should face up to the fact that most people of their state prefer Joe Miller and be happy for him. She is not the conservative she claims to be!!!
NRSC is a political organization and is largely an incumbent protection system. The NRSC solicits contributions from Republicans nationwide and also gets contributions from existing GOP Senators campaign accounts. Lisa Murkowski is a member of the "club".
The challenge for the NRSC and indeed the entire RNC is exhibiting the right judgment to know when they are on the wrong side of an issue and when to help facilitate a change in incumbency. Failing to make the proper decision will catch up to the RNC in the long run.
In my opinion, John Cornyn is making one of those judgment errors right now by supporting Sen. Murkowski with this kind of funded legal help. Sen. Murkowski is certainly entitled to legal representation but it should come from her campaign directly.
The challenge for the NRSC and indeed the entire RNC is exhibiting the right judgment to know when they are on the wrong side of an issue and when to help facilitate a change in incumbency. Failing to make the proper decision will catch up to the RNC in the long run.
In my opinion, John Cornyn is making one of those judgment errors right now by supporting Sen. Murkowski with this kind of funded legal help. Sen. Murkowski is certainly entitled to legal representation but it should come from her campaign directly.
I think independent people should count absentee ballots. She should not be allowed to have legal representation there unless her opponent does the same thing. I do not believe the Republican committee and John Cornyn should be involved at all. There is too much of the status quo in Washington, which continue to hold Americans hostage to greed, corruption, disregard for the wishes of the majority of Americans, and spending us into bankruptcy and 3rd world status.
NO I am NOT ok with John Cornyn sending lawyer 'Help $' to the incumbunt of Alaska! Stay out of the Alaska's CITIZEN"S business Mr. Cornyn! You have your plate full of your own issues(THE BOARDER FOR ONE!) with the citizens of TEXAS wanting you to DO YOUR JOB HERE! WE are watching you and will vote! Your actions have consequenses!
This is EXACTLY why I never give money to the RNC! In fact I think I will be sending a check to Mr. Miller today! FAIR ELECTIONS!!
So, let's all spread the word, call Cornyns office and support Miller!
This is EXACTLY why I never give money to the RNC! In fact I think I will be sending a check to Mr. Miller today! FAIR ELECTIONS!!
So, let's all spread the word, call Cornyns office and support Miller!
1. Cornyn needs to be re-reminded and warned he's being watched and actions have consequences!
Apprise him: "support a RINO, you are a RINO. We're tired of having to choose between the lesser of two evils"!
2. Contributions to his NRSC should be halted.
Apprise him: "support a RINO, you are a RINO. We're tired of having to choose between the lesser of two evils"!
2. Contributions to his NRSC should be halted.
Do we really need to send lawyers in to determine elections? What next, oh how about let's have open ballots and voter unions. Let the votes be counted. If the old Republican guard can't change, vote 'em out. When Lawyers get involved, one group wins -- lawyers. Cornyn needs to re-think his position, he is a representative of the Texas people and has generally done a good job. Let Alaskans figure this out by themselves.
Its important that the votes in Alaska be counted accurately. To the extent the NRSC attorneys contribute to this effort I'm for it. If they demonstrate ANY bias toward either candidate it would be wrong. As much as I'd like to see Murkowksi replaced by a more conservative candidate we have to maintain the integrity of the ballot process.
John Cornyn is a RINO middle-of-the-roader, out of whom one can seldom get a straight answer on any issue. Believe me, I have tried repeatedly. He is backing the more liberal of the two candidates, the one more removed from tea party values. I think it's time to replace Cornyn with a true conservative. In the meanwhile, his office should be FLOODED with protests for his latest lame-brained behavior.
No. It is not John Cornyn's place to send legal assistance from the Committee to EITHER GOP candidate. The voters have spoken. Let the votes tell the story. Sarah Palin knows both candidates. Who better to support one over the other. This is why I do not send contributions to the Senatorial Committee. Let the people decide.
by anonymous (BFE) 2010-08-29 17:13:50
I'm not OK with any attempt to steal any election, especially for an incumbent, progressive-light, republicrat. Alaskan conservatives can let John Cornyn know that if his efforts at out-lawyering Joe Miller work, they will punish Cornyn, Murkowski, and the Republican party by voting for a non