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The
Becker Report
Volume
IV, Issue XV
December 2011
Kudos
to Ted Stevenot
Many
thanks to Ted Stevenot for choosing not to run for State Representative. Mr.
Stevenot is the president of the Clermont County Tea Party, vice chairman of
the Clermont County Republican Party and the chairman of the Union Twp.
Republican Party which is the largest township in Clermont County. He was my
very formidable opponent for several months and kept me scrambling to raise
money and line up endorsements. “As
Iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.”
With that in mind, I believe that Mr. Stevenot, as a competitor, has made me a
better candidate.
New
Endorsements
I'm
happy to report that Ohio Gun PAC and Ohio Pro-Life PAC have endorsed my
candidacy for the 65th State Representative District. Additionally,
my first media endorsement is from the Clermont Post.
I’m also the only candidate that they have chosen to endorse so far.
My additional endorsements for the 65th State Representative District
include:
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,
Buckeye Firearms ("A" Rating), 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 3 months away and early voting begins in January. I’ve
raised over $25,500 and expanded my donor base to more than 300
people in five 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 being
challenged by Bob Turner.
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, Leo Lopez (who?),
and Nick Owens.
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, Heather Harlow, and Pakkiri Rajagopal are
running to replace Lou
Blessing, Jr.
3) No endorsements will be considered.
Maps
Ohio
House Districts
Ohio
Senate Districts
Congressional
Districts
Kudos to Jean Schmidt
Congresswoman Schmidt scored 100 percent on the Campaign for Working
Families - 2011 Congressional Scorecard.
Vote
You have until January 8th to vote for your favorite license
plate slogan, phrase or fact that you think best describes Ohio. I voted
for “With God All Things Are Possible.”
Beckerisms
First off, I’d like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a
Happy New Year.
I’m curious about the payroll tax cut that is currently being debated in
Washington. Considering the fact that Social Security benefits are based on
earnings rather than contributions, the tax cut serves to accelerate the insolvency
of the system. Why hasn’t anyone attached an amendment to reduce benefits in a
corresponding amount to the tax cut? If I cut my IRA or 401(k) contributions, guess
what will happen to my retirement income?
Please get those tax
credit checks in before the end of the year.
Video Central
Johnny Cashless
(2 minutes)
60 Minutes News segment on
Congressional Insider Trading (15+ minutes)
Past Events
December 15, 2011
The Clermont County Tea Party hosted a successful Christmas party at the Miami
Twp Civic Center. Ed Humphrey, Jeff Hardin, and Tina Sanborn were the only
other elected officials that I saw. Many candidates attended.
December 11, 2011
Paul Odioso and I attended a Christmas party at the governor's mansion in
Columbus. Many of my State Central Committee colleagues attended. Other than
Governor Kasich, Josh Mandel was the only statewide official. When Paul and I
were chatting with the governor, I inquired about plans to move forward with
any components of SB5. No decisions have been made.
December 9, 2011
It was an eventful day that began in Sycamore Twp at 7:30 am. I had to leave
early to attend the Clermont County Transportation District meeting in Batavia. The Clermont Chamber held their monthly legislative luncheon and featured Jeff
Lykins. His presentation was very informative about the fuel distribution
business. My day concluded with George Pattison being sworn in for Municipal
Court Judge.
December 6, 2011
About 130 people attended the monthly Clermont County Tea Party meeting at the
Eastgate Holiday Inn. Topics of discussion included the beetle infestation problem in Tate Township, the 60 minutes news
segment regarding members of congress engaged in insider trading of securities,
and the Clermont Liberty PAC membership application and requirements. The
meeting concluded with President Stevenot reading from A Christmas Carol.
Doug Green was the only other elected official that I spotted.
December 5, 2011
Nearly 20 people attended the Union Township GOP monthly meeting. Matt Beamer
and Tina Sanborn were congratulated for their hard earned victories for UT
Trustee and West Clermont School Board respectively. A spirited philosophical
debate regarding the mission of the UT Central Committee consumed much of the
evening. Presidential candidates, fundraising, and a web site were also
discussed.
December 3, 2011
A variety of topics important to social conservatives were discussed at the
Ohio Pro-Family Forum. The pro-life issues were most prominent.
December 2, 2011
Justices O'Donnell and Cupp were the special guests at the Republican State
Central Committee meeting in Columbus. Mark Wagoner was sworn in as a new
member. Charles Knight was sworn in as our new treasurer.
Darren Bearson reviewed the statistics and lessons learned in 2011. He stated
that 1.3 million calls were made and 108,000 doors were knocked on for state
ballot issues 2 and 3. About 1700 voters were "flushed" in 60
counties. He also gave a "new media" update. Kay Ayers talked about
the new Hillsboro mayor and delegates for Newt Gingrich.
Much discussion occurred with regards to our new endorsement policy. Several
amendments were offered. I voted YES on all of the amendments. Only one passed.
I voted NO on the final product for the following reasons: 1) In some
situations, each county is given an equal vote without regard to population; 2)
the Ohio GOP could endorse candidates opposite of the county Parties endorsements
creating competition confusing to the voters; 3) SCC members will be considered
for endorsement. That is a controversial provision that many of my constituents
find objectionable.
Chairman DeWine gave an "elephant in the room" speech and addressed
the controversy with Governor Kasich. Mr. DeWine stated that he reached out to
the governor and requested a face-to-face meeting. He called for Party unity
and received a unanimous standing ovation.
Event Calendar
December 19, 2011
Jean Schmidt will be hosting her annual Christmas party at the Towers of Kenwood
(East) from 5pm – 7pm
December 29, 2011
Brown County GOP Club meeting
January 3, 2012
Clermont County Tea Party meeting at the Eastgate Holiday Inn at 7pm
January 10, 2012
Scioto County GOP meeting in New Boston at 7pm
January 12, 2012
Miami Twp Tea Party meeting at the Civic Center at 7pm
January 18, 2012
Clermont County GOP meeting at 7pm in Batavia
January 21, 2012
Southern Ohio GOP Chairs Assn. meeting in Jackson at 9:30 AM
January 23, 2012
Annual Right-to-Life memorial march in Washington DC
January 26, 2012
Anderson Twp Tea Party meeting at Anderson High School at 7pm
January 26, 2012
Brown County GOP Club meeting
January 31, 2012
Scioto County GOP Club meeting in New Boston
February 3, 2012
Clermont County Lincoln Day Dinner at the Eastgate Holiday Inn
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 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 15, 2012
Clermont County GOP meeting at 7pm in Batavia
March 6, 2012
Primary Election for state, local, and US Senate candidates
June 12, 2012
Primary Election for president and congressional candidates
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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