To start with, I would like to introduce myself to everyone. I am Scott Jones and have been a member of the Desoto County Republican Club for quite some time and a few weeks ago Amanda offered me the opportunity to take on this blog which I was honored to do. To be honest, I wish my first post didn't have to be something negative, but unfortunately, the reality of the situation is that our Republican representatives were sent to Congress in November with a mandate which has been ignored.
Last week, Amanda and I shared a couple of texts with each other and I told her that I wasn't really sure how I felt about the CR for the rest of the 2010 budget year. To some degree, it is small stuff in the big scheme of things. The supposed $61 billion in savings doesn't even cover the interest payments on our debt for 16 days. I have a hard time getting worked up for something so small, but Amanda assured me it was very important b/c of the riders that would defund Planned Parenthood, the EPA, etc. Well low and behold, not only did the deal only get to $38 billion in cuts, they dropped all the riders. With this budget, the Republican leadership has truly shown how weak they are. I say that with the understanding that the R's only control the House, but when you negotiate from a position of weakness, you get what you get. The leadership from the beginning made clear they were afraid of a shutdown, but all they had to do is pass a clean bill to fund the troops and essential services and dare anyone to vote against it. There is no way the Democrats would have not signed a clean troop funding bill with a shutdown looming. To do so, would have been a serious blackmark against them for every future campaign.
Now that we have all that out of the way, let me get on to the real thing that got me fired up enough about the CR to make my first post today. According to this Washington Post article today, the final CBO number on the CR to fund the goverment for the rest of the year comes out to a whopping $353 million dollars in cuts. Thats million with an "M" not billion with a "B". After additional spending that goes into the CR, we get less than 1% of those promised cuts. Is that leadership? I don't think so. I hope everyone will call our Representatives and Senators and let them know that this is unacceptable. This CR should be voted down. Its time to stop the games and make real cuts.
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Friday, February 4, 2011
Tate Reeves for Lt Governor
Yall Politics Tate Reeves officially throws his hat in the ring for Lt. Governor:
"Mississippi Treasurer Tate Reeves will launch a statewide tour next week to announce his campaign for Lieutenant Governor.
The initial announcement tour will include ten stops throughout the State of Mississippi to take place Monday, February 7th through Wednesday, February 9th. More campaign events will be held in cities across the state in coming weeks.
“I’m running for Lt. Governor to fight for policies that will make our state the best place for small businesses and entrepreneurs to expand their businesses, innovate and create jobs,” said Reeves. “We need an outsider as Lt. Governor – someone with a private sector background who has training in economics an d experience managing money. As Lt. Governor I will continue to act as a watchdog for taxpayers and will always put Mississippi first. My top priorities will be improving public education, making state government more efficient and accountable and creating the best possible environment for creating new jobs and economic growth.”"
Tate Reeves will be making a stop in DeSoto County. You can meet him at Old Style BBQ (8920 Expressway Dr) in Olive Branch, Monday, February 7th at 11:00 AM.
"Mississippi Treasurer Tate Reeves will launch a statewide tour next week to announce his campaign for Lieutenant Governor.
The initial announcement tour will include ten stops throughout the State of Mississippi to take place Monday, February 7th through Wednesday, February 9th. More campaign events will be held in cities across the state in coming weeks.
“I’m running for Lt. Governor to fight for policies that will make our state the best place for small businesses and entrepreneurs to expand their businesses, innovate and create jobs,” said Reeves. “We need an outsider as Lt. Governor – someone with a private sector background who has training in economics an d experience managing money. As Lt. Governor I will continue to act as a watchdog for taxpayers and will always put Mississippi first. My top priorities will be improving public education, making state government more efficient and accountable and creating the best possible environment for creating new jobs and economic growth.”"
Tate Reeves will be making a stop in DeSoto County. You can meet him at Old Style BBQ (8920 Expressway Dr) in Olive Branch, Monday, February 7th at 11:00 AM.
NPB: Obama's...."Faith-based" presidency??
Google News: msnbc.com - David Gibson - 1 hour ago
President Obama delivered an intense reflection on his Christian faith Thursday, telling hundreds gathered at the annual National Prayer Breakfast in Washington how religion sustains him amid the trials of the office ..."
For the complete story, visit http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/41426042/ns/politics/
President Obama delivered an intense reflection on his Christian faith Thursday, telling hundreds gathered at the annual National Prayer Breakfast in Washington how religion sustains him amid the trials of the office ..."
For the complete story, visit http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/41426042/ns/politics/
Reagan at 100: A Mentor for Young Conservatives
Google News: msnbc.com - Matt Lewis - 1 hour ago
"Former President of the United States, Ronald Reagan, poses in his office in Los Angeles, in this Feb. 2, 1990 file photo. By Matt Lewis Columnist Hang out with some young conservatives and it won't be long before you find them talking about Ronald ..."
For the full story, click http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/41424919/ns/politics-politics_daily/
"Former President of the United States, Ronald Reagan, poses in his office in Los Angeles, in this Feb. 2, 1990 file photo. By Matt Lewis Columnist Hang out with some young conservatives and it won't be long before you find them talking about Ronald ..."
For the full story, click http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/41424919/ns/politics-politics_daily/
Governor Candidate, Dave Dennis, Meet-And-Greet
YOU ARE INVITED:
On Friday, February 11th, you are invited to TMG HOME CONCEPTS to meet
Republican Gubernatorial Candidate, Dave Dennis, and hear his message to
continue moving Mississippi forward!
TMG HOME CONCEPTS
Owner Lorea Sellers
476 Church Road East
Southaven, Mississippi
901-349-3301
(corner of Elmore Road and Church Road by Autozone)
Friday February 11th
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Come by anytime!
On Friday, February 11th, you are invited to TMG HOME CONCEPTS to meet
Republican Gubernatorial Candidate, Dave Dennis, and hear his message to
continue moving Mississippi forward!
TMG HOME CONCEPTS
Owner Lorea Sellers
476 Church Road East
Southaven, Mississippi
901-349-3301
(corner of Elmore Road and Church Road by Autozone)
Friday February 11th
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Come by anytime!
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Tagert Wins MDOT Race
Mike Tagert of Starkville has defeated John Caldwell of Nesbit in Tuesday's runoff for Northern District Transportation Commissioner.
Complete, but unofficial, returns show Tagert, of Starkville and president of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Development Council, with about 53 percent of the vote against Caldwell, transportation director for the DeSoto County School District.
(For a full breakdown of DeSoto County's precinct numbers go to www.desototimes.com/elections/elections.htm.)
Unofficial returns show Tagert received 21,111 votes or 53 percent compared to Caldwell who garnered 18,737 votes or 47 percent.
'We did the best we could do,' a weary Caldwell said after the vote totals came in. 'We had seven people in this race when we started. Everybody put their best foot forward. There was no name calling. It was a very straight up race. I appreciate everyone's support.'
Caldwell carried his native DeSoto handily, along with Marshall, Tate, and Yalobusha counties but lost populous Lee County to Tagert by a 57 to 43 percent margin.
'I expected to win Lee County and I'm disappointed with that,' Caldwell said as vote totals showed he lost DeSoto County's rival county to the east. 'You win some and you lose some.'
Despite cold wet rainy weather on election day, DeSoto County managed a little more than 8 percent turnout, which was better than the 6 percent turnout in the Jan. 11 election.
Still, with 86,354 registered voters only 7,659 made it to the polls.
Complete, but unofficial, returns show Tagert, of Starkville and president of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Development Council, with about 53 percent of the vote against Caldwell, transportation director for the DeSoto County School District.
(For a full breakdown of DeSoto County's precinct numbers go to www.desototimes.com/elections/elections.htm.)
Unofficial returns show Tagert received 21,111 votes or 53 percent compared to Caldwell who garnered 18,737 votes or 47 percent.
'We did the best we could do,' a weary Caldwell said after the vote totals came in. 'We had seven people in this race when we started. Everybody put their best foot forward. There was no name calling. It was a very straight up race. I appreciate everyone's support.'
Caldwell carried his native DeSoto handily, along with Marshall, Tate, and Yalobusha counties but lost populous Lee County to Tagert by a 57 to 43 percent margin.
'I expected to win Lee County and I'm disappointed with that,' Caldwell said as vote totals showed he lost DeSoto County's rival county to the east. 'You win some and you lose some.'
Despite cold wet rainy weather on election day, DeSoto County managed a little more than 8 percent turnout, which was better than the 6 percent turnout in the Jan. 11 election.
Still, with 86,354 registered voters only 7,659 made it to the polls.
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Reagan Day Dinner - Friday, February 25th!
The DeSoto County Republican Party is hosting a Reagan Day Dinner on Friday, February 25th. The DeSoto GOP is honored to host Congressman Alan Nunnelee as guest speaker. Please mark your calendars, and get your tickets now!
Tickets are $50 per person and must be purchased in advance. Banquet tables (seating 10) may be purchase for $500.
The event begins at 6:00 pm with cocktails and a reception. Dinner will be served at 7:00 pm. To reserve your tickets, e-mail Amanda Herring at herring4gop@gmail.com.
Tickets are $50 per person and must be purchased in advance. Banquet tables (seating 10) may be purchase for $500.
The event begins at 6:00 pm with cocktails and a reception. Dinner will be served at 7:00 pm. To reserve your tickets, e-mail Amanda Herring at herring4gop@gmail.com.
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