Monday, April 28, 2008

The end to our Mid-east Dependence

With all the oil development going on in North Dakota, Americans will be greatly benefitting from our own domestic reserves. But, we all know that our energy needs can not be met here in North Dakota alone. Enter Brazil.

New oil finds in Brazil could mean more and more oil on the market as well as a shake up in the Mid-east oil Cartel.

Wednesday, April 23, 2008

OBAMA’S FALSE INTEGRETY ON THE SECOND AMENDMENT

BISMARCK, ND – North Dakota state leaders are calling into question some recent movements by Sen. Barack Obama to appear in greater favor of gun owner rights. State Representatives Al Carlson and Todd Porter have taken issue with the Democrat’s position.

“Sen. Obama is simply posturing to save face after his recent gaff attacking Second Amendment supporters. North Dakotans understand the great need for the Second Amendment, and is why I ask North Dakota Democrats to examine if Obama truly has the judgment to be Commander-In-Chief,” said Carlson.

Obama had recently made the statement saying that "they cling to guns and religion, and antipathy towards people that aren't like us" as a result of our "bitterness” referring to rural America.

Rep. Todd Porter has been a leader in the North Dakota House on gun owner rights. He has brought about legislation to ensure that homeowners can defend their homes and families without threat of lawsuit by criminals.

“It saddens me,” states Porter. “The thought that the work of the North Dakota legislature would be overturned by an out-of-state politician, such as Obama, really puts a blow to the Constitution and the Federal process.”




OBAMA HAS A LONG ANTI-GUN RECORD

OBAMA WANTS TO BAN MANY TYPES OF FIREARMS

Obama Has Come Out In Support Of Banning Handguns, Hunting Firearms And So-Called “Assault Weapons”:

In Response To A 1996 Independent Voters Of Illinois Questionnaire, Obama Indicated That He Supported Banning The “Manufacture, Sale And Possession Of Handguns.” Question: “Do you support state legislation to … ban the manufacture, sale and possession of handguns?” Obama’s Response: “Yes.” (Independent Voters Of Illinois Independent Precinct Organization 1996 General Candidate Questionnaire, Barack Obama Responses, 9/9/96)

• During 4/16 Dem. Debate, Obama Falsely Claimed His Handwriting Did Not Appear On Questionnaire. “Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., maintained at Wednesday’s ABC News debate in Philadelphia that his handwriting does not appear on a 1996 questionnaire stating support for a ban on the manufacture, sale, and possession of handguns. The Democratic presidential frontrunner made this claim even though a copy of the original document suggests otherwise. … When asked about the gun questionnaire with the handwriting on it, Obama adviser Robert Gibbs did not dispute that the writing was Obama’s.” (Teddy Davis and Talal Al-Khatib, “Obama Forgets Writing On Gun Questionnaire,” ABC News’ “Political Radar” Blog, www.abcnews.com, 4/16/08)

Scholar John Lott Recalls Obama Stating: “I Don’t Believe That People Should Be Able To Own Guns.” John Lott: “In fact, I knew Obama during the mid-1990s, and his answers to IVI’s question on guns fit well with the Obama that I knew. Indeed, the first time I introduced myself to him he said ‘Oh, you are the gun guy.’ I responded ‘Yes, I guess so.’ He simply responded that ‘I don’t believe that people should be able to own guns.’” (John R. Lott, Jr., “Obama And Guns: Two Different Views,” Fox News, www.foxnews.com, 4/7/08)

Obama Supported Banning “The Sale Or Transfer Of All Forms Of Semi-Automatic Weapons.” According to his responses to an Illinois State Legislative Election 1998 National Political Awareness Test, Obama pledged to “Ban the sale or transfer of all forms of semi-automatic weapons.” (Project Vote Smart Website, www.votesmart.org, Accessed 3/5/08)

In 2003, Obama Voted In Support Of Legislation That “Would Have Banned Most Of The Privately Held Hunting Shotguns, Target Rifles, And Black Powder Rifles” In Illinois. “[I]n 2003, Obama voted in support of SB1195, which, if passed, would have banned most of the privately held hunting shotguns, target rifles, and black powder rifles in the state. If the ban was enacted, law enforcement officials would have been authorized to forcibly enter private homes to confiscate newly banned firearms.” (Illinois State Rifle Association, “ISRA Blasts Candidate Obama On His Record Of Hostility Toward Law-Abiding Firearm Owners,” Press Release, 8/24/04)

In A 2004 Candidate Questionnaire, Obama Supported Banning So-Called “Assault Weapons.” Question: “Do you support legislation to ban the manufacture, sale and possession of … assault weapons?” Obama’s Response: “Yes.” (Lynn Sweet, “Obama’s 2003 IVI-IPO Questionnaire May Be Getting Closer Scrutiny,” Chicago Sun-Times’ “The Scoop From Washington” Blog, http://blogs.suntimes.com, 12/11/07)


OBAMA HAS TAKEN A NUMBER OF ANTI-GUN POSITIONS

Obama Has Received “F” Ratings From The National Rifle Association:

In 2004, 2002 And 1998, Obama Received “F” Ratings From The National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund. The NRA has given Obama 3 “F’s.” (National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund Website, www.nrapvf.org, Accessed 1/8/08; National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund Website, www.nrapvf.org, Accessed 1/8/08; 1998 Illinois National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund Political Preference Chart, p.2)


Obama Has A Long Anti-Gun Record:

Obama Wants To Turn Law-Abiding Gun Owners Who Are Victims Of Theft Into Felons. “Obama is proposing to make it a felony for a gun owner whose firearm was stolen from his residence which causes harm to another person if that weapon was not securely stored in that home.” (Chinta Strausberg, “Obama Unveils Federal Gun Bill,” Chicago Defender, 12/13/99)

In 2004, Obama Voted Against Self-Defense Rights. “[Obama] opposed letting people use a self-defense argument if charged with violating local handgun bans by using weapons in their homes. The bill was a reaction to a Chicago-area man who, after shooting an intruder, was charged with a handgun violation.” (“Obama Record May Be Gold Mine For Critics,” The Associated Press, 1/17/07)
Obama Pressed To Require Gun Owners To Supply Photos And Fingerprints To State Officials. “Sen. Barack Obama of Chicago called the Democrats’ proposed crackdown ‘not only constitutional, but eminently reasonable.’ … The proposals would: … Make gun owners apply in person for Firearm Owner Identification cards and supply their photos and fingerprints.” (Sean Noble, “Senate Democrats’ Proposals Take Aim At Weapons Control,” The [Springfield, IL] State Journal-Register, 2/15/01)

Running For The U.S. Senate In 2004, Obama Advocated National Gun-Control Legislation. “On the issue of prohibiting citizens from carrying concealed weapons, Obama said he believes national legislation should be passed to ‘prevent other states’ laws [allowing citizens to conceal their guns] from threatening the safety of Illinois residents.’” (John Chase, “Keyes, Obama Are Far Apart On Guns,” Chicago Tribune, 9/15/04)

Obama Has Expressed His Opposition To Concealed Carry. Obama: “I mean, I am consistently on record and will continue to be on record as opposing concealed carry.” (David Mendell, “Obama Has Center In His Sights,” Chicago Tribune, 4/27/04)

In 2001, Obama Voted Against A Bill To Allow Individuals To Carry A Concealed Weapon When They Have A Valid Order Of Protection Out Against Another Person. (S.B. 604, Senate Floor Third Reading, Failed, 29-27-0, 4/4/01, Obama Voted Nay)

Obama Believes The DC Gun Ban Is Constitutional. “Obama believes the D.C. handgun law is constitutional.” (James Oliphant and Michael J. Higgins, “Court To Hear Gun Case,” Chicago Tribune, 11/20/07)

In 2005, Obama Voted Twice To Hold Manufacturers, Distributors, Dealers And Importers Of Firearms And Ammunition Liable For The Acts Of Criminals. (S. 397, CQ Vote #206: Motion Agreed To 66-32: R 53-1; D 13-30; I 0-1, 7/26/05, Obama Voted Nay; S. 397, CQ Vote #219: Passed 65-31: R 50-2; D 14-29; I 1-0, 7/29/05, Obama Voted Nay)


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Friday, April 11, 2008

GOP in the Valley

Well its been a while since I gave an update of what I have been doing. So here we go.

What a tremendous State Convention we had in Fargo. The enthusiasm was very high and we nominated a fantasic slate of Candidates. Brian Kalk is going to be our next Public Sevice Commissioner.

Since the completion of the state convention, we have been having district endorsing conventions throughout the state. We have some of the best candidates we have ever put forward in recent times. I really want to thank everyone that has stepped forward and made the commitment to their district and state.

At these endorsing conventions we are seeing huge turnouts. District 26 held their convention in Oaks and over 120 people showed to have dinner and endorse Nell Walstead, Jiggs Dyste, and Gary Schnell for the legislature. These are three teriffic candidates that will win.

In Mayville, District 20 endorsed Marty Johnson, Jake Holm and Larry O'Brien as their candidates. This is a truly diverse slate of candidates that bring knowledge, experience and enthusiasm to the ticket. A great crowd showed up for what is the first major Republican event in this district in far too long.

District 24 endorsed Dwight Grotberg, Jon Wager and Dwight Kiefert as their choice and a tightly packed room was very much ready to see a change in leadership. Earlier in the year they held a Lincoln Day dinner that had about 80 people present.

Up in District 16 we had a fantasitic crowd of 75plus present to endorse myself, Joe Miller, Phyllis Schindele, and Rep. Joyce Kingsbury. It was so much fun and thank to Brian Kalk for coming.

So as you can see the Party is really getting strong and there is a lot of excitment out there for Republicans. Democrats may have their millions in out-of-state money but we have real support where it counts!

Tuesday, April 01, 2008

McCain Running Strongly In Some Key Democratic States

From CQ Politics

By CQ Staff
March 31, 2008

Arizona Sen. John McCain is running strongly in three states that have been solidly Democratic in recent presidential elections; a particular surprise is New Jersey where, a month ago, New York Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton had a double-digit lead, according to a new round of state-by-state general election match-ups.

The series of polls by Rasmussen Reports, which included Michigan and Washington State, also underscored what most other national and state polling has found - high negatives for Clinton as far as favorability ratings. McCain often scores the highest favorability ratings ...

Rasmussen says McCain and the Democrats are in a statistical tie in New Jersey, with McCain leading Clinton 45 percent to 42 percent and Obama by 46 percent to 45 percent, with a 4 point margin of error. ...

McCain is also running a close race with the Democrats in Michigan, according to the Rasmussen survey conducted March 25. He leads Obama 43 percent to 42 percent, and Clinton by 45 percent to 42 percent, with a 4.5 percent margin of error.

McCain is viewed favorably by 55 percent of voters, Obama by 50 percent and Clinton by 47 percent. This is a state the Democrats have carried in the last four elections. It is also one of the two states (the other being Florida) where the controversy continues over the Democratic Party's decision to strip both of their delegates for breaking party rules by moving up the dates of their primaries. ...

And in Washington State, Rasmussen finds McCain is competitive with both Democrats, according to a poll conducted March 27. ... [M]cCain leads Clinton 46 percent to 43 percent. ... The last time a Republican won this state was in the Ronald Reagan landslide of 1984. ...

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