• "John asked me if I would like to write a paragraph to be sent out in his Becker Report. As I considered this there are a lot of issues and things that I could write about but have decided to take this time to say a few things about John Becker. John was the State Central Committeeman for our district when I became involved in the party during the Bush Campaign in 2004. Since then I have watched John stay very involved in Brown County. He has stayed involved by coming to our Central Committee Meetings and coming to our events. When I ran for Trustee, John came to Brown County (although this was not in his township or even county) and helped with my campaign by walking in parades and going to the polls and handing out literature. He has worked very hard in his position and I believe has served the people well. As you cast your vote in the Primary on May 2nd I am asking that you consider casting your vote for John Becker to be re-elected as State Central Committeeman for our district," said Michelle E. Jowers, Brown County Republican Club President.
• "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.
• Past 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.

7th Senate District State Central Committee Election News
Michael Schueler is not running for reelection.
Les Spaeth and Michael Eshleman are the candidates.
Also, Mary Ann Christie is being challenged by Lori Viars.

2nd Congressional District Election News
Bob McEwen is challenging Jean Schmidt.
Deborah Kraus and James Constable are also candidates.

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 has dropped out.

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

Secretary of State Election News
Greg Hartmann and Jim Trakas are the remaining candidates.

State Auditor Election News
Mary Taylor is the only Republican candidate.

Attorney General Election News
Betty Montgomery and Tim Grendell are the candidates.

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

6th Congressional District Election News
Chuck Blasdel, Tim Ginter, and Danny Harmon are the candidates.
Richard Holt did not obtain enough valid signatures.

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.

Clermont County Court of Common Pleas Election News
Victor Haddad is the only Republican candidate for this newly created position.

Past Events
March 15, 2006
At the Clermont County Central Committee meeting, Mike Keeley was introduced as the new Director of the Clermont County Board of Elections.
Chairman Rudd announced that our Lincoln Day dinner drew about 200 people and netted $23,000.
George Brown, Danny Bubp, Allen Freeman, and David R. Smith addressed the audience.

March 13, 2006
Hundreds of supporters attended Jean Schmidt's campaign kickoff event at the Montgomery Inn.
Jean and her campaign staff were very excited by the turnout and their enthusiasm for her reelection.

March 6, 2006
About 400 people attended the Scioto County Lincoln Day Dinner.
As usual, it was one of the nicest events in Southern Ohio.
Rather than a keynote speaker, all candidates were welcome to address the audience for four or five minutes.
The most extraordinary door prize was a very large and heavy granite replica of The 10 Commandments.
It was donated by Kay Reynolds.

March 3, 2006
Mark Faust emceed an immigration reform event at the Celestial for Bay Buchanan.
Other speakers included Tom Brinkman and Bob McEwen.
Senatorial candidate Bill Pierce also attended.
And as you would expect, the legendary Whistleblower was dutifully taking notes.
Jen Giroux sent me the following:

Supporters packed the scenic Celestial restaurant to hear Bob McEwen, Tom Brinkman, and Bay Buchanan speak against the proposed amnesty of illegal immigrants. Bay Buchanan is Chairman of Team America PAC, which was founded by Congressman Tom Tancredo, who is the House’s foremost proponent of enforcing our immigration laws. Bay Buchanan was not only a chief strategist with Reagan while campaigning, but was appointed by Reagan as the youngest Treasurer of the United States in history. Bay was responsible for the success in orchestrating the tipping point New Hampshire battle in 1980 where Reagan and Bush were about to debate and Reagan growled to the cheers of the crowd and nation “Mr. Green I paid for this microphone!” Bay, along with her brother, Patrick, has made a significant contribution in preserving Reagan conservatism in this country over the past 26 years and continues to promote and defend traditional and moral principles nationwide.