• "John Becker has quickly become one of the most active members of the State Central Committee. Whether it be actively participating in campaigns or working on the committee, John aggressively represents the interests of his district. His newsletter, 'The Becker Report', is an excellent communications tool for his readers to know what is going on in Ohio Politics," said Bob Bennett, Ohio Republican Party Chairman. It is my understanding that I will be endorsed by the Ohio Republican Party in the next two or three weeks.
• "John Becker is the best State Central Committeeman that we've ever had. He has been more visible, helpful, and more attentive than all previous State Central Committeemen combined," said Bill Herdman, former Brown County Republican Party Chairman. These are enormous compliments considering the fact that Bill and I were opponents for this position two years ago.
• "John Becker has my personal endorsement for reelection to the position of Republican State Central Committeeman. In the past two years, due to the amount of time that John and I have spent working for the Republican cause, we have become good friends. My endorsement is given because I feel that John Becker has done an outstanding job, has been very aggressive, attended all of our functions on a regular basis, and 'The Becker Report' has kept myself and all of our colleagues well informed of the current and future events concerning our goals," said Harty Wallingford, Adams County Republican Party Chairman.
• "John Becker has been a frequent visitor to Scioto County GOP meetings and special events. He has maintained excellent communications with party faithful through 'The Becker Report' and has also been a regular attendee at our Annual Lincoln Day Banquet. If one takes the time to examine what a State Central Committee Member is supposed to do, one would quickly find John Becker more than meets the job description. As chairman, I strongly support John's bid for re-election to the State Committee based in part on his tremendous dedication to this position, his communication skills, and his attendance throughout the district," said Rodney Barnett, Scioto County Republican Party Chairman.
• "John Becker has done an exceptional job supporting Lawrence County. He has worked at it harder than any other State Central Committeeman that I've ever known. John Becker's commitment to keeping people informed via 'The Becker Report' and frequent telephone contact is greatly appreciated. I enthusiastically endorse John Becker for reelection," said Ray "Moose" Dutey, Lawrence County Republican Party Chairman.

Please consider my record:

• 100% attendance at all meetings and leadership summits in Columbus. I've not only attended, but have actively participated.
• 100% attendance at all Clermont County Central Committee meetings. I have also given reports to the committee and fielded questions.
• Expanded the influence and respect for Clermont County by attending and participating in a countless number of meetings and events throughout the region. I've attended every Lincoln Day Dinner in my five counties plus Butler, Warren, and Pike Counties. I am also a frequent attendee and participant of the Southern Ohio Chairman's Conference in Jackson and the Anderson Twp Republican Club. I have also met with the gubernatorial candidates and most other candidates running for statewide office.
• Creation of "The Becker Report." It is the only newsletter of its' kind published by a State Central Committeeman in state history. Chairman Bennett acknowledged my newsletter and complemented me for it during a State Central Committee meeting. My newsletter is a friendly publication and is very positive. On a number of occasions, I have forwarded excerpts and previews for approval before sending it out. On one occasion, I refused to send an article out to my distribution list. It "trash-talked" another candidate. I have always discouraged negative campaigning and primary elections.
• Creation of my web site: www.BeckerGOP.com. The expense for it and all of the other expenses for my position are entirely my own. Furthermore, my position gets no financial compensation of any kind.
• Initiation, creation, and maintenance of the Clermont County Republican Party web site: www.ClermontGOP.com. I never asked to or got paid for that either. Ed Humphrey is now maintaining that website.)
• Door-to-door campaigning and frequent phone bank caller during the Bush/Cheney campaign. I worked harder on the Bush/Cheney campaign than I worked on my own campaign two years ago.
• Publicly addressed and encouraged President Bush at a rally in Portsmouth. I shook his hand afterward.
• Endorsed and supported Jean Schmidt during the general election.
• Defended Jean Schmidt during the primary election campaign when she was being "trash-talked" in my eastern counties. On more than one occasion, I said, "Jean Schmidt is a friend of mine. I've supported her in the past." My comments certainly did not win me any political points. But I stood up for her because I believed that it was the right thing to do.
• Defended Tim Rudd when he was attacked, in an e-mail, a few months ago. On September 23, 2005, I sent Tim a supportive e-mail. In addition, during a one-on-one meeting with Executive Director Chris McNulty in Columbus, I explained to him that Tim was unfairly attacked.
• Nominated and lobbied hard for Connie Bare to become our Elector for the Electoral College to vote for president. Although I had a majority of votes lined-up for her, I was told that only the votes of State Central Committee members would be counted. She deserved the honor more than anyone in Southern Ohio but did not win.
• Bronze Elephant contributor to the Clermont County Party. I've contributed substantial amounts of time and money to many candidates. This includes handing out candidate literature at the polls in the early morning and evening hours. In one form or another, I have worked for most, if not all, of our countywide office holders. I've also stood out in the rain, for 13 hours, at polling locations.

Who has done more, over the last two years, to earn your support?
If you want my efforts and newsletter to continue, I need your support.
Please vote for me on May 2, 2006.

Other 14th Senate District State Central Committee Election News
My colleague, Kay Reynolds, is being challenged by Connie Bare.
Only Connie is endorsed by the Clermont County Republican Party.
She and my opponent are running as a "team" to defeat the incumbents.
Kay Reynolds and I are endorsed by the Ohio Republican Party.

2nd Congressional District Election News
Bob McEwen is challenging Jean Schmidt.

Gubernatorial Election News
Ken Blackwell has selected Tom Raga to be his Lt. Governor.
Jim Petro has selected Joy Padgett to be his Lt. Governor.
Pete Draganic is also a candidate.
Betty Montgomery has dropped out to run for Attorney General.

U.S. Senate Election News
Retired USAF Lt.Col. John Mitchel, Bill Pierce, and David R. Smith are challenging Senator Mike DeWine.

Secretary of State Election News
Greg Hartmann and Jim Trakas are the remaining candidates.
Colin Beach, Ann Womer Benjamin, and Rob Montgomery have dropped out.

State Auditor Election News
Mary Taylor is the only candidate.

Attorney General Election News
Betty Montgomery and Tim Grendell are the candidates.
Ron O'Brien has dropped out.

State Treasurer Election News
Sandy O'Brien is challenging Jennette Bradley.

6th Congressional District Election News
Chuck Blasdel, Tim Ginter, Danny Harmon, and Richard Holt are the candidates.

88th Ohio House District Election News
Paul Hall is challenging Danny Bubp.

Ohio Supreme Court Election News
Bob Cupp is endorsed by the Ohio Republican Party.
Susan Brown, Michael Corrigan, Mary Degenaro, and Steve Powell have dropped out.

Clermont County Court of Common Pleas Election News
Victor Haddad is the only Republican candidate for this newly created position.
Ric Ferenc and Tom Herman have dropped out.

Past Events
February 13, 2006
The Coalition Opposed to Additional Spending and Taxes (COAST) held a very successful fundraiser.
Congressman Steve Chabot was the keynote speaker.
Other major speakers included Tom Brinkman, Chris Finney, Phil Heimlich, Dave Langdon, Bob McEwen, Sandy O'Brien, and Dusty Rhodes.
The room was filled with many elected officials and political mavens.
And as you would expect, the legendary Whistleblower was dutifully taking notes.

February 10, 2006
Nearly 200 people attended the Clermont County Lincoln Day dinner at the Eastgate Holiday Inn.
Stephen Moore was the keynote speaker and Jean Schmidt spoke before him.
Jean was also honored to receive the Clermont County Leadership Award.

February 4, 2006
Almost 60 people attended the Southern Ohio Chairmen's Conference in Jackson.
A long list of candidates spoke an behalf of their campaigns.
Jean Schmidt was the keynote speaker.
Also, it was my pleasure to meet State Senator Joy Padgett.

February 3, 2006
About 600 people attended the Hamilton County Lincoln Day-Reagan Dinner at the Millennium Hotel
Marty Brennaman and Rich Galen were the keynote speakers.
The event was a who's who of Republican politics.
I briefly chatted with most, if not all, of the candidates.
Additionally, I was very pleased to great Ambassador Rob Portman.
And as you would expect, the legendary Whistleblower was dutifully taking notes.
I was honored to sit at a table with State Senator Tim Grendell and State Representatives Michelle Schneider and Jim Raussen.
Special thanks to State Representative Tom Brinkman for providing me a complimentary ticket to the event.

January 28, 2006
We conducted our State Central Committee meeting at the Columbus Convention Center.
Most of the meeting was executive session.
The afternoon meeting included the county chairmen.
Senator Mike DeWine was the lunchtime speaker.
It was also executive session.
Unfortunately but not surprising, nearly all of the details of both sessions have been leaked to the press.

January 18, 2006
About 150 people attended the Clermont County Central Committee endorsement meeting.
All candidates who were unopposed on the endorsement ballot got endorsed.
Additionally, Danny Bubp, Tim Grendell, Victor Haddad, Greg Hartmann, and Jean Schmidt were endorsed.

Future Events
February 16, 2006
Filing deadline for May 2, 2006 Primary Election

February 18, 2006
Brown County Lincoln Day Dinner at the JVS in Georgetown
Keynote Speaker: David Henning
RSVP by February 11, 2006 for $20/Adult and $10/Student or Child or $25 at door
Social at 5:00 and dinner at 6:00
Contact Paul Hall for more information: 937-444-2988

February 22 - 25, 2006
RNC Campaign School in Columbus
Cost is $100; RSVP by Feb. 21. Call 202-863-8600 to get an application.
Also, I can send you an application.

February 25, 2006
Adams County Lincoln Day Dinner
Social: 5:30; Dinner 6:30 at the Cherry Fork Community Center
Adults: $20; Children under 12: $10; Club Membership: $5
Keynote Speaker: Jean Schmidt
Contact Dan Raines at 937-386-3116

February 28, 2006
Highland County Lincoln Day Dinner in Hillboro
Social: 6:00; Dinner 6:30 at the Patriot Center, Southern State Community College
Keynote Speaker: Ohio House Speaker Jon Husted
Contact Kay Ayres: 937-393-6512

March 2, 2006
Washington County Lincoln Day Dinner in Marietta
Keynote Speaker: Betty Montgomery
Contact Marilyn Ashcraft for more info: 740-350-5845

March 6, 2006
Union Township (Clermont County) Central Committee meeting at the UT Civic Center at 7:30 PM

March 6, 2006
Scioto County Lincoln Day Dinner at the Friends Center of Southern Ohio Medical Center in Portsmouth
Social at 6:00 and dinner at 6:30
Contact Rodney Barnett at 740-778-0001 or 740-778-2110

March 9 - 12, 2006
Republican Leadership Conference in Memphis, TN

March 14, 2006
Scioto County Central Committee meeting at 7:00 PM in New Boston

March 20, 2006
Butler County Candidates Forum at Lakota West High School at 7:00 PM
Contact Dave Stiles: 513-919-1530

March 27, 2006
Butler County Lincoln Day Dinner

March 28, 2006
Citizens for Community Values (CCV) 22nd Annual Spring Partnership Banquet
Registration at 6:00 PM and Dinner at 6:30 PM; Call (513) 733-5775
Schiff Family Conference Center in the Cintas Center on the Xavier University Campus
Keynote Speaker: Rabbi Daniel Lapin, President of Toward Tradition, the American Alliance of Jews and Christians

April 1, 2006
Southern Ohio Chairmen's Conference in Jackson at 9:30 AM
Contact Chairman Rodney Barnett for more information: 740-778-2110

April 5, 2006
Anderson Twp (Hamilton County) Republican Club meeting

April 11, 2006
Scioto County Central Committee meeting at 7:00 PM in New Boston

April 27, 2006
Athens County Lincoln Day Dinner at the Athens American Legion at 6:30 PM

May 2, 2006
Primary Election

May 3, 2006
Anderson Twp (Hamilton County) Republican Club meeting

May 9, 2006
Scioto County Central Committee meeting at 7:00 PM in New Boston

May 13, 2006
Leadership summit in Columbus

May 19, 2006
Republican State Central Committee meeting in Columbus at 9:00 AM

June 3, 2006
Southern Ohio Chairmen's Conference in Jackson at 9:30 AM
Contact Chairman Rodney Barnett for more information: 740-778-2110

June 7, 2006
Anderson Twp (Hamilton County) Republican Club meeting

June 13, 2006
Scioto County Central Committee meeting at 7:00 PM in New Boston

July 11, 2006
Scioto County Central Committee meeting at 7:00 PM in New Boston

August 8, 2006
Scioto County Central Committee meeting at 7:00 PM in New Boston

September 12, 2006
Scioto County Central Committee meeting at 7:00 PM in New Boston

September 22, 2006
Republican State Central Committee meeting in Columbus at 9:00 AM

October 10, 2006
Scioto County Central Committee meeting at 7:00 PM in New Boston

November 14, 2006
Scioto County Central Committee meeting at 7:00 PM in New Boston

December 1, 2006
Republican State Central Committee meeting in Columbus at 9:00 AM

December 12, 2006
Scioto County Central Committee meeting at 7:00 PM in New Boston