The Becker Report
Volume III, Issue VI
August 3, 2008
Published by:
John Becker
Republican State Central Committeeman
Ohio's 14th Senate District
Clermont, Brown, Adams, Scioto, and Lawrence Counties
513-753-6440
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GOP Chairman
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Chairman
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This newsletter is not sanctioned by the GOP, ORP, or any organization, or affiliation.
I am fully and solely responsible for its' content. Although I 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 Committee?
Prayers Needed
Tina Meranda sent me an
e-mail telling me that she is doing great and appreciates all prayers.
Please keep Danny Bubp in your prayers while he serves our country in Iraq.
Pray that our nation does not have to suffer an "Obamination."
Democrat Oil Embargo
This video proves that $10
per gallon for gasoline does not inflict enough pain on the American people to
justify increasing domestic oil production.
ORP News
Dick Hammersmith is the Ohio Republican Party Outreach Coordinator for Catholics
in Southwest Ohio. Mr. Hammersmith has a long history of working with fiscally
conservative, pro-life candidates in the greater Cincinnati area.
Jeff Longstreth is the Ohio Republican Party Outreach Coordinator for Values
Voters. Most recently, Mr. Longstreth served as the Ohio Campaign Manager and
Mid-West Political Director for former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee's
presidential campaign.
Election Info (Contested Races)
See Ohio Election Central for
candidate's positions on important issues.
Presidential Race
John McCain
2nd Congressional District US Congressional Race
Jean Schmidt
6th Congressional District US Congressional Race
Richard Stobbs
Ohio Supreme Court Race
Maureen O'Connor
Evelyn Stratton
Ohio Attorney General Race
Mike Crites
Ohio State Senate Race
Tom Niehaus
12th District Court of Appeals Race
Judge Robert Hendrickson
Judge Robert Ringland
Clermont County
Ed Humphrey for Commissioner
Bob Proud for
Commissioner
Barb Wiedenbein for Clerk of
Courts
Debbie Clepper for
Recorder
Brown County
Rick Eagan for Commissioner
Gary Steele for Commissioner
Jessica Little for Prosecutor
Tina Meranda for Clerk of Courts
Amy Jo DeClaire for Recorder
Dwayne Wenninger for Sheriff
Scott Gusweiler for Court of Common Pleas
Adams County
Justin Cooper for Commissioner
Roger Rhonemus for Commissioner
Scioto County
George Crumm for
Commissioner
Doug Coleman for Commissioner
Loren Purdom for Recorder
Lawrence County
Jason Stephens for Commissioner
Les Boggs for Commissioner
Perry Brock for Treasurer
Cheryl Jenkins for Clerk of Courts
Sharon Hager for Recorder
Jeff Lawless for Sheriff
Obama Watch
B. Hussein Obama on national defense:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dl32Y7wDVDs
The National Journal rated
him as the most liberal US Senator. This is an amazing feat considering the
fact that US Senator
Bernie Sanders (Vermont) is an avowed socialist. (As a matter of fact,
although technically an independent, Sanders is the only Democrat that has the
courage to admit that he is a socialist.) The bottom line is that B. Hussein Obama is to
the left of an avowed socialist. What does that tell you?
This is my favorite video. It is almost five minutes and well worth watching all
the way through:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5N-1-g90bW0
What does Ted Strictland think of B. Hussein Obama?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ik8BcMpnCZE
Voting records compared:
http://www.cwfpac.com/candidateStance.php
Reader Feedback
John, Once again I want to thank you for including me on your distribution list
of the "Becker Report."
It is the most extraordinary use of the Internet and old fashion common sense
political basics---keep the base informed on a regular basis about the issues,
candidates, and opportunities available to them to get involved to make a
difference.
You do it well, and I just want to say "thank you" again.
Great work!
Good report, John. I like your "Beckerisms."
Past Events
August 2, 2008
The
Republican State Central Committee
met to enthusiastically and unanimously endorse
Mike Crites
to be Ohio's next Attorney General. I met Mr. Crites and his lovely wife,
Maureen "Mo." They impressed me as great people. Chairman
Bennett described Mr. Crites as not only an "A" list candidate,
but "A+." I agree. Mr. Crites is a top shelf candidate. The general
public and conservatives in particular will quickly warm up to Mike Crites as
they get to know him and his very impressive credentials.
Also at the meeting, Chairman Bennett talked about our delegation to the convention.
Deputy Chairman, Kevin DeWine, talked about the victory program and that
Ohio leads the nation in the number of voter contacts.
July 24, 2008
About 30 people attended the Brown County Republican Club and Central Committee meeting
at their HQ in Georgetown.
A number of events were discussed including the picnic, auction, golf outing,
reception for
Tom Niehaus, and
the county fair.
Chairman Hall announced that County Recorder, Gary Himes, has resigned.
He also announced the very sad news that long time Party member and former
treasurer, Audrey Worthington, died.
July 22, 2008
ORP Chairman, Bob Bennett, hosted a conference call to announce that Mike
Crites was selected by the screening committee to be our Republican candidate for
Attorney General. Deputy Chairman, Kevin DeWine talked up Mr. Crites'
credentials. And Executive Director, Jason Mauk, assured conservatives that they
will be happy with Mr. Crites' values and credentials.
July 8, 2008
Nearly 40 people attended the Scioto County Central Committee meeting in New Boston.
Most of the discussion centered on the rally for John McCain in Portsmouth.
Kevin Servick provided a preview of the event and talked about a counter rally
for Strictland. Chairman Johnson pointed out that it is important to concentrate
on being pro-McCain rather than anti-Obama.
Other areas of discussion included: manning the fair booth, awarding two $600 scholarships,
and George Crumm
gave a campaign update.
Additionally, it was a pleasure to chat with my State Central Committee
colleague, Kay Reynolds.
Future Events
August 4 - 9, 2008
Scioto County Fair
August 7, 2008
John McCain fundraiser at Four Bridges Gold Club in Liberty Twp (Warren County).
General Admission is $250; Picture with McCain is $2,300; Private meeting with
McCain is $20,000.
Call Debbie Siegroth at 513-675-1740 (m); 513-528-0670 (h) or Greg Carson
513-315-9635 (m).
Make checks payable to: McCain Victory Ohio and arrive no later than 5:30 pm.
On-line
registration is available.
August 9, 2008
The Committee to Elect Jessica Little, Brown County Prosecuting Attorney, will
sponsor a public forum on Crime and Victimization at the Rest Area on SR 32 near
Sardinia at 2:00 pm.
Keynote Speaker: Dan Hieronimus, Retired Director of STAR Community Justice
Center, Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction
August 12, 2008
Scioto County Central Committee at 7:00 pm in New Boston
August 17, 2008
Brown County Golf Outing at White Oak Golf Course at 1:00 pm
August 17, 2008
Reception for
Tom Niehaus
at White Oak Golf Course at 7:00 pm
August 22, 2008
Ripley Tobacco Festival Parade
August 28, 2008
Brown County Central Committee meeting at HQ in Georgetown
September 1 - 4, 2008
Republican National Convention at the Xcel Energy Center in Minneapolis, MN
September 2, 2008
Union Twp (Clermont County) Central Committee meeting at the UT Civic Center at
7:00 pm
September 6, 2008
Fall rally in Scioto County
September 9, 2008
Scioto County Central Committee at 7:00 pm in New Boston
September 17, 2008
Clermont County Central Committee
meeting in Batavia at 7:00 pm
September 18, 2008
Brown County Central Committee meeting at HQ in Georgetown
September 19, 2008 (Election of Ohio Presidential Electors)
GOP State Central Committee meeting in Columbus at 9:00 am
September 20, 2008
Russellville Candidates Night
September 22, 2008
Brown County Fair Parade
September 25, 2008
Family First Annual Dinner at the Sharonville Convention Center for $65
Keynote speaker: Jill Stanek is
the nurse who fought Barack Obama to give medical care to preemie babies who
survived late-term abortions at Christ Hospital in Oak Lawn, Illinois.
October 6, 2008
Voter registration deadline
October 14, 2008
Scioto County Central Committee at 7:00 pm in New Boston
October 23, 2008
Brown County Central Committee meeting at HQ in Georgetown
October 30, 2008
Brown County Central Committee meeting at HQ in Georgetown
November 4, 2008
Election Day
November 11, 2008
Scioto County Central Committee at 7:00 pm in New Boston
December 4, 2008
Chairman Bennett's annual Christmas Party in Columbus from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
December 5, 2008
GOP State Central Committee meeting in Columbus at 9:00 am
December 9, 2008
Scioto County Central Committee at 7:00 pm in New Boston
January 13, 2009
Scioto County Central Committee at 7:00 pm in New Boston
January 16, 2009 (Election of Officers)
GOP State Central Committee meeting in Columbus at 9:00 am
February 10, 2009
Scioto County Central Committee at 7:00 pm in New Boston
February 20, 2009
Clermont County Lincoln Day Dinner at the Eastgate Holiday Inn
March 10, 2009
Scioto County Central Committee at 7:00 pm in New Boston