Coyotes into Wolves

The Burbablog last week predicted that Rick Perry would win more than 50% of the vote in the Republican primary.  Democrats, you can stop this from happening.  Perry needs to forced into a run-off with Kay Bailey Hutchison. Vote in the Republican primary. Vote for Hutchison.  Vote "No" on all 5 propositions.  Let them know that the coyotes(Texas Democrats) have turned into wolves, and the pack is growing.

My ancestors fought for Texas.  One was at the Battle of San Jacinto.  Another died in the Mexican American War.  Many wore the gray of the Confederacy, but one stood with Sam Houston and voted against secession.  Rick Perry is not the kind of governor these men would have wanted.  I look at the picture of the seven Texas Rangers in my family just after the Civil War.  These men knew what it meant to be Texans.  It is time to take back our state.


Photo of coyote by emdot
Photo of wolves by Harlequeen

The Latest Hutchison Ad

50 things you need to know about Kay Bailey Hutchison

 The top three things you need to know about Kay Bailey Hutchison.

1. Kay Bailey Hutchison holds the record for votes received by a non-presidential candidate in a Texas election. More than 4 million Texans voted to re-elect her senator in 2000.
2. Hutchison is known for her consensus-seeking way in the Senate and her ability to get favors and funding for Texas.
3. If elected governor, she would join only Sam Houston and Price Daniel as U.S. senators who became governor of Texas.

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50 things you need to know about Kay Bailey Hutchison | News for Dallas, Texas | Dallas Morning News | Texas Politics | The Dallas Morning News

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Hutchison Pledges To End Political Coercion

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Hutchison Pledges To End Political Coercion

Says We Must Declare Our Independence From A “Shake-down” Governor

San Antonio, TX – With the March 2nd Republican gubernatorial primary falling on Texas Independence Day, Kay Bailey Hutchison today continued her campaign asking Texans to declare their independence from a governor who refuses to clean-up Austin and put the state first.

Hutchison has laid out a detailed government reform proposal aimed at ending the cronyism in Austin. In a Hutchison administration, political appointees will be prohibited from soliciting campaign contributions from the people they regulate, even in their personal capacity. Additionally, it will be the policy of the Governor’s Office that political appointees will be prohibited from lobbying political action committees or associations for endorsements when that association’s industry falls within the appointee’s scope of responsibility.

“When I am elected governor, we will put an end to the cronyism that has creeped into Austin and the Perry Administration. We can do better. I want to declare our independence on March 2nd from Rick Perry's heavy-handedness. People should not be bullied into supporting elected officials out of fear of retribution to their business. Governor Perry decried this very thing when he ran in 1990. He said it was ‘reprehensible’, but his appointees are doing it now. Government should be open and responsive to all citizens and that is how my administration will operate. I will serve Texans, not Austin insiders,” said Hutchison.

The current policies of the Perry Administration allow the potential for cronyism and were highlighted when a Perry appointee solicited the very people he regulates for political contributions in a fundraising letter. The appointee signed the solicitation letter in his personal capacity and it was sent to businesses which the solicitor regulates.

“Texas deserves a governor who will put our interests at heart, your interests first, and not the special interests of Austin,” said Hutchison.

Texas Republican Party Propositions

From the Texas Republican Party website:

The Texas Republican Primary is March 2, 2010.  The Texas Secretary of State maintains a comprehensive Voter Information page, including registration, district and other facts, figures and links.
In addition to the wealth of extraordinary candidates and incumbents who will be on the Republican ballot this year, the 2010 Texas Republican Primary ballot includes the following five questions, on a range of critical issues, that were approved by the State Republican Executive Committee.  These are non-binding resolutions that are the party's way of guaging support for issues, and for informing voters and elected officials where the party's grassroots stand on the issues.

Republican Party Primary 2010 Ballot Propositions

Ballot Proposition #1: Photo ID
The Texas legislature should make it a priority to protect the integrity of our election process by enacting legislation that requires voters to provide valid photo identification in order to cast a ballot in any and all elections conducted in the State of Texas.
YES or NO

Ballot Proposition #2: Controlling Government Growth
Every government body in Texas should be required to limit any annual increase in its budget and spending to the combined increase of population and inflation unless it first gets voter approval to exceed the allowed annual growth or in the case of an official emergency.
YES or NO

Ballot Proposition #3: Cutting Federal Income Taxes
In addition to aggressively eliminating irresponsible federal spending, Congress should empower American citizens to stimulate the economy by Congress cutting federal income taxes for all federal taxpayers, rather than spending hundreds of billions of dollars on so-called “federal economic stimulus”.
YES or NO


Ballot Proposition #4: Public Acknowledgement of God
The use of the word “God”, prayers, and the Ten Commandments should be allowed at public gatherings and public educational institutions, as well as be permitted on government buildings and property.
YES or NO

Ballot Proposition #5: Sonograms
The Texas Legislature should enact legislation requiring a sonogram to be performed and shown to each mother about to undergo a medically unnecessary, elective abortion.
YES or NO

NOTE:  These propositions are non-binding and will not make or change law.

Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas) - WhoRunsGov.com, a Wash Post Co

 Read what the Washington Post hast to say about Kay Bailey Hutchison.

Table of Contents

1. 1. Why She Matters
2. 2. At a Glance
3. 3. Path to Power
   
   1. 3.1. 2010 Gubernatorial Candidate
4. 4. The Issues
   
   1. 4.1. Taxes
   2. 4.2. NASA and Amtrak
   3. 4.3. Economy
5. 5. The Network
6. 6. Footnotes
7. 7. Tags
8. 8. Links
9. 9. Key Associates
10. 10. News

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Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas) - WhoRunsGov.com, a Wash Post Co

New Hutchison Ad

 KBH has a new, tough ad.

The Dallas Morning News Editorial: KBH for Governor

Editorial: We recommend Hutchison in GOP primary

04:07 PM CST on Friday, February 12, 2010

Our state is in need of a statesman.
After nearly a decade in power, Gov. Rick Perry has emerged as a leader who depends more on bully tactics than his bully pulpit. Now, as Texas faces daunting deficits and a number of urgent challenges, Perry's strong-arm style will no longer suffice.

Elections 2010

Early voting: Feb. 16-26

Primary election Day: March 2

Our recommendations: For selected Republican and Democratic primaries

DMN Voter Guide: Hear from the candidates in their own words

For more information: Call the Dallas County elections office at 214-637-7937; visit dalcoelections.org; call the Texas secretary of state's office at 1-800-252-8683; or visit sos.state.tx.us/elections.

What's The Big Story? Find out at dallasnews.com/opinion

Blog: Opinion

Kay Bailey Hutchison's measured approach to governing would be a welcome change. The state's senior senator is better equipped to build the coalitions that will be needed to balance budgets, curb dropouts, tackle transportation issues and keep Texas on track. That's why Hutchison has earned our recommendation.
What was expected to be a Perry vs. Hutchison duel in the March 2 GOP primary has been made more interesting by the candidacy of Debra Medina, an activist who has tried to tap into voters' frustration with government. But while Medina, 47, has railed against the status quo and Perry, 59, has campaigned against Washington, Hutchison has remained focused on mapping out the way forward. Hutchison's emphasis on education distinguishes her from her opponents, and her plans aimed at stanching the dropout crisis are needed to ensure that this state has an educated workforce.
No doubt Hutchison, 66, will build upon her efforts in the Senate, where she has championed the importance of math and science education and has helped Texas tap into federal research funds.
While Perry has excoriated Hutchison for daring to step foot in D.C., she has been an advocate for Texas, working on local problems ranging from the poor living conditions in colonias to the complexities of phasing out the Wright amendment's flight restrictions. Most important, Hutchison has demonstrated the ability to lead by building consensus.
Perry has exhibited strong leadership and relishes rough-and-tumble politics. But increasingly, he tussles with the Legislature and leaders of his own party – even meddling when it suits him. Perry has overstepped by playing politics with university regents and by letting his former chief of staff push out the president of Texas A&M. Perhaps the governor's most brazen move was the Saturday night massacre of the Forensic Science Commission as it prepared to discuss disputed evidence that led to the execution of Cameron Todd Willingham.
Medina has built a loyal following, but her plans to eliminate property taxes and opt out of Medicaid are unwise and unworkable. Her comments last week lending credence to 9/11 conspiracy theories – followed by furious backpedaling – are deeply disturbing.
As this intra-party clash has played out, Hutchison has found herself playing defense as Perry's gone on the attack. As a result, she's spent too much time distancing herself from Washington instead of aggressively promoting her plans for Texas.
Despite this tactical misstep, Hutchison's record is proof that she is the Republican candidate who is best suited to lead this state. With a firm grasp of the challenges ahead and a considered approach to governing, Hutchison could be the stateswoman that Texas needs.

BurkaBlog: Texas Monthly

The BurkaBlog posted some interesting polling.The numbers:
Perry 45%
Hutchison 21%
Medina 19%
Undecided 16%
The poll surveyed 366 Republican primary voters and has a margin of error of +/- 5.12%.


Perry is too close to winning outright.  After Medina's comments on Glenn Beck's radio show, she may lose ground.  I think any loses for her will go to Perry.  Bad news for Hutchison.

Democrats and Independents must vote for Hutchison in the Republican primary to stop Perry. Hutchison's campaign has been inept to put it mildly.  Another 4 years of Perry would be unbearable.  A victory for Perry might put him on the Republican ticket in 2012.  Think about Palin/Perry.

 To read Paul Burka's comments on this poll go to: BurkaBlog: Texas Monthly

Hutchison Responds on Medina's 9/11 Comments

 Kay Bailey Hutchison responded to Debra Medina's comments on Glenn Becks radio program.

“I know exactly who was responsible for the horrific attacks on September 11th – Al Qaeda terrorists who declared war on America. To suggest otherwise is an affront to the men and women who are sacrificing their lives to root out the terrorists in Afghanistan and around globe. Ever since that tragic day, I have fought tirelessly to ensure that we hunted down the Islamic extremists who target our nation. No one stood closer to President Bush and Vice President Cheney in their efforts to defeat the terrorist threat to our freedom.”

Medina: Strange Views of 9/11

Debra Medina has some strange views on 9/11.  Check out this site for a Glenn Beck radio interview with her.  Beck obviously thinks she is off the wall. http://tinyurl.com/ybkhr67 

Here is another reason to vote in the Republican primary.  Stop a 9/11 Truther from being the Republican candidate.  Some Democrats will same let her win, then Bill White will have a better chance.  I say if Medina makes it through the Republican primary, she would be elected governor.

Here's Debra Medina's response from her web site.

Medina Campaign Responds to Glenn Beck Interview

by Debra Medina on Feb 11, 2010

I was asked a question on the Glenn Beck show today regarding my thoughts on the so-called 9/11 truth movement. I have never been involved with the 9/11 truth movement, and there is no doubt in my mind that Muslim terrorists flew planes into those buildings on 9/11. I have not seen any evidence nor have I ever believed that our government was involved or directed those individuals in any way. No one can deny that the events on 9/11 were a tragedy for all Americans and especially those families who lost loved ones.
The question surprised me because it's not relevant to this race or the issues facing Texans. This campaign has always been about private property rights and state sovereignty. It is focused on the issues facing Texans. It is not a vehicle for the 9-11 truth movement or any other group.
The real underlying question here, though, is whether or not people have the right to question our government. I think the fact that people are even asking questions on this level gets to the incredible distrust career politicians have fostered by so clearly taking their direction from special interests instead of the people, whether it's Rick Perry and his HPV mandate or Kay Hutchison and voting for the bank bailout. It is absolutely the right and duty of a free people to question their government. Texas does not need another politician who tells you what you want to hear, then violates your liberties and steals your property anyway. I fully expect to be questioned and to be held accountable as Governor, and that's the underlying issue here: should people be questioning their government. And the answer is yes, they should be.

Texas Democrats Vote Republican

This blog is designed to urge Texas Democrats to vote in the Republican primary for Kay Bailey Hutchison (KBH). We do not want to take the chance that we get another 4 years of Rick Perry.
He needs to be defeated in the primary or in the run-off primary.

I am not connected anyway with KBH or the Texas Democratic Party. As a matter of fact, I became an independent because the Texas Democratic Party is so pathetic.

Vote where it matters. Vote in the Republican primary.