Congressional District 1 Update

Republican candidate for the 1st Congressional District Sydney Hay has launched her campaign website as seeks to replace the open seat vacated by Rick Renzi.

Sydney’s website is a shell right now but you can certainly volunteer for her campaign or make a donation.

Remembering This Day

I have not forgotten one bit of this day, even 6 years later. 

I recall where I was, what I was doing, how I heard, my emotions, and my thoughts.  It is as real to me today as it was when it happened.

I changed on that day — for the better — and resolved that I would do everything that I could to make our great country even better and safer in whichever way that I could.

My thoughts and prayers are with the victims, our leadership, our soldiers, our families, and our citizens on this day. 

May God continue to bless the United States.

I have not forgotten, have you?

Bee Is Busy

Arizona Senate President Tim Bee has been busy recently and drawing some attention.

Earlier this summer, Bee headed east to meet with the Republican Party leadership to discuss the possibility of a run for the 8th Congressional District seat currently occupied by Gabrielle Giffords.  Apparently, he drew quite a bit of attention here in Arizona and the party leadership liked what they saw.

Since then, Bee has also made a decision — to file paperwork with the Federal Election Commission to form an exploratory committee for this possible run.

Tim Bee has been given favorable ratings amongst its members from both sides and both parties of the Arizona legislature finding him easy to work with, etc.

But, now it appears that the gloves are off and a fight is brewing in the Democrat camp.  Upon his announcement and the launching of his website (with nothing on it mind you), Marie Weeg, Executive Director of the Arizona Democratic Party had this to say according to the Arizona Capitol Times:

“What Tim Bee says and what he does are completely different things.”

“These tactics are a dishonorable way to kick off a campaign for the U.S. Congress.  they’re just part of an emerging pattern of Bee’s deliberately misleading behavior.”

Yet, Bee has made it clear that he is still seeking whether a run for Congress is even a viable option preferring to wait and see if the support is there and positive for his likely campaign.

“It’s in the very early stages but I have been contacting people and so far the responses have been very positive.”

Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords is wasting no time building up her campaign war chest in preparation for a challenge by Bee.  The FEC has noted that her cash on hand as of June 30, 2007 was close to $1 million and the rumors continue that she has been fundraising since then.

Here is the take of The Critical Arizonan — they got nothing and they are scared.  The best that they can do is complain that he has filed papers for an exploratory committee to consider a run for Congress.  That is weak.  Here are the facts…

• They aren’t attacking him on the issues nor submitting a plan for the future.  All that they are saying is empty rhetoric.
• They are clearly amassing as large a war chest as they can before he makes his decision.  Sounds like someone is motivated by fear.

Stay tuned as we keep tabs on this race.

P-A-T-S, Pats, Pats, Pats!

Patriots quarterback Tom Brady(12) fires a pass during the second quarter of the Patriots season opener against the New York Jets at Giants Stadium on September 9, 2007.

Keith Nordstrom

 I would question my dedication to the greatest NFL football team if I did not even mention their tremendous victory over the NY Jets this weekend with the final score 38-14.

Though I did not see the game, I checked the review of the game and some sports columnists and both indicated that the Patriots looked good… real good. 

The nice thing is that they weren’t even at full strength with Rodney Harrison out as well as Richard Seymour.

We are just one game closer to another SuperBowl victory!

Pearce v. Flake — The Battle For The Border

 

“Ladies and Gentlemen, let’s get ready to rumble!”

You can almost see Don King dressed to the nines sitting along ringside cackling away at the entertainment.

As was reported by the Associated Press today, State Representative Russell Pearce has announced the official formation of his Congressional Campaign Exploratory Committee seeking Arizona’s 6th Congressional District occupied by fellow Republican Congressman Jeff Flake.

Pearce has also launched his campaign website.

For a good analysis on this race, please visit The Critical Arizonan’s friend, Greg Patterson over at Espresso Pundit.

Harry Is Getting Challenged — Ogsbury Update

Jim Ogsbury, candidate for Congressional District 5 against Harry Mitchell, has his website up.  He has posted his full announcement speech and his reasons why he is running.  Getting rid of Harry should be enough of a reason.

Fred Wants To Run

Yesterday during the GOP Presidential Debate from New Hampshire, Fred Dalton Thompson ran a pre-announcement commercial on Fox News that amounted to him saying see my website for my official announcement tomorrow.

This was followed by an appearance last night on the Jay Leno show where he announces that he is running.

Today, on his website, Fred makes it official.

First, I watched a bit of Fred’s time on Leno and could not help feeling bored.  He just didn’t seem like he had any fire-in-the-belly that we are all looking for in our leaders.  This may just be his style — a humble approach — but it came off as disinterested.

Second, I did watch his entire announcement on his website and do feel somewhat better about his desire to run.  I am not excited about his campaign but at least a get a sense that he is not just doing it because he has nothing else to do.

I noticed too that he has announced his grassroots tour beginning with an appearance in Iowa then onto New Hampshire followed by South Carolina.

Here is something that I want to put out there to Fred.  Fred, I am not excited about the current host of Republicans out there.  I like some of things that are “said” but none have a clear plan nor do they inspire me to get involved with their campaign.

If you want my vote, you have to earn it.  Here is my list of wants:

I want a leader, a real leader. 

I want limited government. 

I want less taxes, less government agencies, less government spending. 

I want less government regulation.

I want judicial nominees that interpret the Constitution not make laws.

I want the protection of human life.

I want a safe and secure country free of threats to our national security from domestic and international groups.

I want a border fence — now.

I want liberty and freedom preserved for my family so that my children don’t have to read about what liberty was in history books.

And, if you are looking for any further information what I want for our country, feel free to email me.  I would be glad to help.

One further note, take a stand and promote a grand vision.  I have watched the other candidates only respond to questions at the Presidential debates.  I want the problems of today handled and the groundwork for tomorrow in place.

I am just one man, with one voice, and one vote but my one vote does make a difference.

Very Excited…

The Critical Arizonan sent this announcement around privately last week but neglected to post it here.  Thanks to DSW over at the Sonoran Alliance.

Movin’ On Up… Like The Jeffersons?

Do you remember in high school when you needed to think about what you were going to be when you graduated?  Whether to go to college, trade school, or work?  Decisions, decisions, decisions.  We were filled with an overwhelming fear and excitement of what the future might hold.  The purpose was to identify our likes and dislikes, our interests, hopes, and dreams.

Well, it looks like Janet has been taking a trip down memory lane.

As she looks toward the future, Guvna’ Janet Napolitano has her eyes set on expanding government, increasing taxes, and regulating freedom on the federal level too.  The Phoenix Business Journal reports that Napolitano has launched The Competitive Edge PAC, a federal political action committee as she considers a run for the United States Senate in 2010.

It has already raised, according to the article, $41,600 from Democrat donors in Arizona, California, and Nevada with another scheduled fundraiser on September 19th hosted by Lewis & Roca, LLP attorney Mary Ellen Simonson.  Most of the donations thus far has come from real estate investors and lawyers from California but also include contributions from Citigroup, Inc., the International Association of Firefighters, and the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Association.

The spin from Competitive Edge PAC is that this is an effort to seek out and support candidates that are in line with the agenda of Governor Napolitano.  Others are saying that this is the clearest signal that Napolitano has higher aspirations. 

Our friend and candidate for Congressional District 1 Sydney Hay had this to say:

“This appears to me to have everything to do with a future Senate run.”

“When it comes to business, it would be great if she could help her party at the federal level to understand that they — and far too many Republicans — spend too much, tax too much, regulate too much and litigate too much.”

News of the formation of The Competitive Edge PAC comes on the heels of the Arizona Republic story that the Governor’s popularity is growing and would beat out Senator John McCain in race for the United States Senate seat.  Of course this is all premature considering that a possible race is 3 years away and that the Arizona Republic is another liberal cheerleader for Napolitano.  Let us remember that McCain is not the favorite of Arizonans including The Critical Arizonan.

But, a serious consideration must be made too as to whether Senator McCain will even seek another term.  I am sure that other Republicans will have something to say about Napolitano getting that seat when and if McCain steps down.

There is also wide speculation that Janet Napolitano might be the next Janet Reno (as in Attorney General not necessarily the other stuff) and  is in consideration for a cabinet appointment if a Democrat wins the United States Presidency. 

The Critical Arizonan will keep a watchful eye on Governor Napolitano as she considers her next moves and will report back as things develop.

Good News for Arizona Voters

Arizona’s Proposition 200 is upheld.  This is the voter approved initiative that requires proof of citizenship when registering to vote and legal identification to vote at the polls. 

There are still some legal challenges to hurdle but Arizona Secretary of State Jan Brewer feels confident that this is all drawing to a close.