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The
Becker Report
Volume
IV, Issue XVI
January 2012
Becker
Announces January 30th Fundraising Event
John
Becker for State Representative fundraiser at Eastgate Receptions from 5pm to
8pm for $100 per person. RSVP by January 22nd to John@BeckerGOP.com or
call 513-753-6440.
Speaker
Bill Batchelder Endorses John Becker
This
is the highest level and most exciting endorsement that I have ever had. This
is especially momentous because he has never done this before. I am the
first ever candidate, in an open and contested primary, to be endorsed by Ohio
House of Representatives Speaker Batchelder!
Other
New Endorsements
It
is unanimous! I am now endorsed by all 15 trustees in Goshen, Miami, Stonelick, Union,
and Wayne Townships. Those are the five townships in the 65th House District. Milford
City Councilman, Jeff Lykins, has endorsed my candidacy.
I’ve also earned the Buckeye
Firearms endorsement with an "A" rating, Cincinnati Right to Life PAC and the Weapons of Mass Discussion
endorsement.
My additional endorsements for the 65th State Representative District
include:
Ohio
Right to Life PAC
Clermont Post
Ohio Gun PAC
Ohio Pro-Life PAC
Family First PAC:
They only endorse candidates who are the most fiscally and socially
conservative. I am their first candidate to be endorsed for 2012.
CCV Action PAC: Citizens
for Community Values Action only endorses pro-life and pro-family candidates. I am
their first candidate to be endorsed for 2012.
Vickie and Phil
Burress: He is the president of Citizens for Community Values.
(His title is for identification purposes.)
Dr.
Jack Willke: He is the founder and president of the International
Right to Life Federation, president of the Life Issues Institute,
and former president of National Right to Life.
Bill
Federer: He is a national speaker, author and
historian.
I've also signed the Cut, Cap, and Balance
Pledge, the Taxpayer Protection
Pledge, and
the No Climate Change Tax Pledge.
Past endorsements for Republican State Committeeman have included Carl Lindner,
Ohioans for Concealed Carry, COAST, Ohio Republican Party, Clermont County
Republican Party, Union Twp Republican Party, Southern Ohio GOP Chairmen's
Association, and other Republican Party leaders.
Becker
for the 65th State Representative District
The
2012 Primary Election is 2 months away and early voting begins January 31st.
I’ve raised $28,000 and expanded my donor base to more than 300
people in six different states! Donation size has ranged from $1 to $1,000
and has averaged $55. All contributions have been from individuals only. You could donate for FREE! You may know that a $50
per taxpayer dollar-for-dollar tax CREDIT (It
is $100 on a joint return.) is available every year. The
“Ohio political contributions credit” is on line 55 of your Ohio IT 1040. Simply
claim it on your state of Ohio tax return and get your money back. Contributions
to candidates for State Representative (and other "state offices")
qualify for this credit. That is why you will be able to help me, to help you,
and have it cost you nothing. I’m Pro-Life, Pro-Gun, Pro-Limited
Government and Lower Taxes. Please see the following brief videos regarding my
candidacy:
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Introduction (38 seconds) |
Second Amendment (36 seconds) |
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Taxes (49 seconds) |
Energy (55 seconds) |
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Pro-Life (42 seconds) |
Creation Science and Evolution (42 sec’s.) |
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State Government Spending (45 seconds) |
Donate (50 seconds) |
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State Government (37 seconds) |
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Other
Clermont County Races
Congresswoman
Jean Schmidt is being
challenged by Joe Green (who?), Fred Kundrata (who?), and Brad
Wenstrup.
Commissioner
Ed Humphrey is now
running unopposed.
County Prosecutor Don White is being challenged by Vince
Faris.
Clerk of Common Pleas Barb Wiedenbein is being challenged by David
Uible.
14th Senate District candidates include Tony Adkins (who?), Paul
Hall, Steve Purtell, and Joe
Uecker.
66th State Representative District candidates include Doug
Green, Rick
Herron, and Nick
Owens.
14th Senate District Republican State Central Committee candidates
include: Curt Hartman, Scott Nichols, and Greg Simpson.
Where
are these new districts?
The 65th
State Representative District consists of Goshen, Miami, Stonelick, Union, and Wayne Twps. It also includes the city of Milford and the City of Loveland that is inside Clermont County. I need your support to win that race.
The 66th State Representative District consists of the
balance of Clermont County plus Brown County.
The 90th State Representative District consists of Adams,
Scioto, and the Lawrence County townships of Upper and Hamilton.
The 14th State Senate District consists of the above three
House Districts. It is Clermont, Brown, Adams, Scioto, and the Lawrence County townships of Upper and Hamilton.
The 2nd Congressional District includes Clermont, Brown,
Adams, Highland, Pike, and parts of Hamilton, Scioto, and Ross Counties.
Maps
Ohio House Districts
Ohio Senate Districts
Congressional Districts
Hamilton
County
A few surprises are worth noting in Hamilton County:
1) In the neighboring 27th State Representative District, Peter
Stautberg is being
challenged by former representative Tom Brinkman.
2) In the 29th State Representative District, Lou Blessing III and Pakkiri Rajagopal are running to replace Lou Blessing, Jr.
3) No endorsements will be considered.
Kudos
to Jean Schmidt
Congresswoman
Jean Schmidt has been
recognized as a “Taxpayer Hero” by the Council for Citizens Against Government
Waste. Schmidt received a rating of 93 percent, which was higher than most
other members of the House of Representatives, according to the council.
She also earned a 100 percent rating from Americans for Prosperity.
Ohio
Constitutional Revision Commission
I received the
following information from Senator Shannon Jones:
Modeled
after the 1970's Ohio Constitutional Revision Commission, the Modernization
Commission will recommend constitutional amendments that reflect today's Ohio
while ensuring the revisions receive thorough debate. From the recommendations
made by the 1970's Revision Commission, Ohio voters approved fifteen separate
constitutional amendments that originated from the recommendations from the
Revision Commission.
The Constitutional Modernization Commission is comprised of 32 members. The
twelve members from the General Assembly have been appointed by the President
of the Senate, the Speaker of the House, the Senate Minority Leader and the
House Minority Leader. The remaining twenty members will be appointed through
a majority vote of those 12 legislative members.
If you or someone you know is interested in being a member of the Commission,
please submit a cover letter and resume to the offices of Speaker William
Batchelder and Representative Vernon Sykes by January 31, 2012.
Family
Research Council Presidential Voter guide
The link to the voter guide is here.
The
Rumored Perks of Congressional Service
Roll Call Magazine published some
information on congressional perks.
Beckerisms
It has been hard to
let go. The time has now come to pass the torch. I've served as a member of the
Republican State Central Committee for nearly eight years. I've made mistakes.
But on balance, I feel very good about the contribution I've made to the
Republican Party and the voters of Southern Ohio. After the March primary
election, you might start receiving the Hartman Herald, the Nichols News, or
the Simpson Sentinel. (Those are my titles, not theirs.) The method of
communication and the name of his newsletter (if any) will, of course, be my
replacement's decision.
So what will come of The Becker Report? As March 6th
has approached, I've been spending my time almost exclusively in the new 65th
House District. Much of The Becker Report has morphed into a campaign
newsletter. I expect that to continue throughout 2012. Assuming that I win the
65th District State Representative race in March and November, I
will be writing as a State Representative in 2013. In that capacity, I expect The
Becker Report to morph into a constituent letter and a report of
non-confidential discussions within the caucus. I'll cross that bridge when I
get to it. Regardless, The Becker Report will continue to remain my
personal (or campaign) expense and will not be charged to the tax payers.
Video
Central
Jerome Simpson Front Flip Touchdown (1+ minute)
Past
Events
January 18, 2012
Chairman Rudd presided over the regular business meeting of the Clermont County
GOP at HQ in Batavia. He announced that he had been reappointed to the Board of
Elections, described the new slate cards for endorsed candidates, announced the
date change for the Lincoln Day Dinner to March 30th, announced the
League of Women Voters Candidate's Night, and discussed the presidential
candidates nominating process including delegates. Candidate presentations
followed.
January 13, 2012
It was a busy day. The morning started at the Center-Right meeting in
Sycamore Twp. I then attended the Clermont County Transportation Improvement
District meeting in Batavia Twp. Jon Husted was the featured speaker at the Clermont
Chamber Luncheon. Rick Eagan, Doug Green, Ed Humphrey, and Joe Uecker were the
elected officials who attended. Afterward, I met with an official with the Ohio
Chamber. It was a very good meeting.
January 12, 2012
Smart meters were the primary topic of discussion at the Miami Twp Tea
Party meeting. I addressed the crowd and fielded questions. Joe Uecker, Greg
Simpson, and Ed Humphrey did the same.
January 11, 2012
Vince Faris held a meet and greet at the Oasis. The elected officials I saw
included Ric Ferenc, Tina Sanborn, and Goshen Twp Trustees Bob Hausermann and
Ray Autenrieb.
January 6, 2012
About 70 people attended the Government Strategies Group First Friday Luncheon.
Joe Uecker was the only other elected official from Clermont County. It was
great to see Ohio Supreme Court candidate Judge Kennedy and my State Central
Committee colleagues Christa Criddle and Lisa Hays.
January 3, 2012
Duke Energy discussed “Smart Meters” at the Clermont County Tea Party
meeting. About 100 people attended. Bob True and Tina Sanborn were the only
elected officials that I saw.
December 29, 2011
Paul Hall hosted a meet and greet at the Batavia Station restaurant. About
50 people attended. Elected officials included Danny Bubp, Debbie Clepper, Doug
Green, and Jeff Hardin
December 19, 2011
Jean Schmidt hosted her annual Christmas party at her Kenwood office. She
called from Washington and addressed the crowd. Some of the elected officials
in the room included Ed Humphrey, Jeff Hardin, Joe Uecker, Matt Beamer, Bob
McGee, and Don White.
Event
Calendar
January 23, 2012
Annual Right-to-Life memorial march in Washington DC
January 23, 2012
COAST fundraiser for Brad Wenstrup for $125. To RSVP and get more details,
contact Jeff Groenke
at 513-225-6786.
January 25, 2012
Anderson Tea Party meeting and Anderson High School at 7pm
January 26, 2012
Reception for Congresswoman Jean Schmidt at the Queen City Club from 5-7pm. To
RSVP online - please fill out the reply form here and email to phil@jeanschmidt.com.
January 26, 2012
Reception for Judge Sharon Kennedy for Ohio Supreme Court from 6pm – 8pm for
$250 at the home of Debe & Lou Terhar. RSVP to 614-375-0068 by Jan. 24th.
January 26, 2012
Anderson Twp Tea Party meeting at Anderson High School at 7pm
January 26, 2012
Brown County GOP Club meeting
January 28, 2012
13th Annual Northeast Hamilton County Republican Pancake Breakfast featuring Rob Portman from 9am to
11am at the Sharonville Convention Center for $20.
January 30, 2012
John Becker for State Representative fundraiser at Eastgate Receptions from 5pm
to 8pm for $100 per person. RSVP by January 22nd to John@BeckerGOP.com or call 513-753-6440.
January 31, 2012
Scioto County GOP Club meeting in New Boston
February 4, 2012
Fifth Annual Friends of NRA Banquet at Eastgate Receptions at 6pm and dinner at
7:15pm for $30. Contact Cathy Darnell at 513-753-3112
February 6, 2012
Union Twp GOP meeting at 7pm at the Civic Center
February 6, 2012
Eastern Cincinnati Liberty Groups’ Candidates’ Night at Miami Valley Christian
Academy from 7pm to 9pm
February 7, 2012
Clermont County Tea Party meeting at the Eastgate Holiday Inn at 7pm
February 9, 2012
Miami Twp Tea Party meeting at the Civic Center at 7pm
February 11, 2012
Buckeye Firearms annual “Buckeye Bash” at the Dublin Crowne Plaza Hotel starting
at 5pm for $45. Contact Linda Walker: mailto:LWalker@buckeyefirearms.org
February 15, 2012
Clermont County GOP meeting at 7pm in Batavia
February 16, 2012
Brown County Lincoln Day Dinner
February 23, 2012
Ohio Christian Alliance Freedom
Banquet featuring
Congressman Bill Johnson in Columbus
March 6, 2012
Primary Election
March 21, 2012
Clermont County GOP meeting at 7pm in Batavia
March 27, 2012
Scioto County Lincoln Day Dinner at the Friends Center
March 30, 2012
Clermont County Lincoln Day Dinner at the Eastgate Holiday Inn: Social at 6pm
and dinner at 7pm
August 27 – 30, 2012
Republican National Convention at the St. Pete Times Forum in Tampa, Florida
Distribution:
Tim Rudd, Clermont County GOP Chairman
Paul Hall, Brown County GOP Chairman
Harty Wallingford, Adams County GOP Chairman
Dr. Terry Johnson, Scioto County GOP Chairman
Ray “Moose” Dutey, Lawrence County GOP Chairman
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strive for accuracy, this is not "The Gospel according to John."
Additionally, I don't necessarily try to be "fair and balanced."
After all, I didn't get into politics to be a news reporter. My agenda is to
influence public policy consistent with Southern Ohio conservative values. For
more information on my motivations or how to get involved, see: What is a Central
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