McConnell responds to Kaine’s new budget

Gov. Tim Kaine’s 2008-2010 budget, along with its increased spending and cigarette tax hikes, has raised a more than a few eyebrows.  Two of those eyebrows belong to Attorney Gen. Bob McConnell:
“Spending in Richmond has increased significantly. The budget has doubled over the past ten years. With this downturn in the economy comes the opportunity [...]

Another reason to be glad Jason Chaffetz won the GOP primary

Voters in Utah’s 3rd congressional district finally get to see what Rep. Chris Cannon’s beliefs really are.  He was the only member of Utah’s congressional delegation to vote for the Wall Street bailout twice.
If you help Jason Chaffetz by donating to or volunteering for his campaign, you can ensure that Utah’s 3rd district gets a [...]

Allen West stands up against the bailout

The Wall Street bailout passed the House of Representatives earlier today, leaving many conservatives unhappy.  I think it’s safe to say we can count Allen West among their ranks:
Republican Allen West, who’s challenging Klein, says he’s opposed to the bailout because “we should not just be giving money to the same people that got us [...]

BAILOUT FAILS!

Head here to see Michelle Malkin’s write-up of the roll call vote for the Wall Street Bailout plan.
I admire all the Representatives (yes, even the Democratic ones) who voted against this bill.  We can all be proud of the Republicans who stuck to the principles of fiscal conservatives who stood up for the free market, [...]

SUVs for me, but not for thee

As Americans all across Pennsylvania and the rest of the United States struggle with the high cost of fuel, Rep. Paul Kanjorski is riding high–literally–in an SUV furnished by you, the taxpayer:
In his first attack television commercial, Republican congressional candidate Lou Barletta slams U.S. Rep. Paul Kanjorski for funneling $10 million to a now-bankrupt technology [...]

Chris Hackett releases first TV ads

An article on the ads can be found here.  The ads focus not only on Chris Hackett’s background, but his positions on energy and earmarks as well.  Here they are.
The first one is called “New Direction”:

The second is called “Plan”:

Good job, Chris!  You can donate to Chris [...]

Carney tries to buy his re-election

It looks like “moderate” Rep. Chris Carney has learned something from his fellow Pennsylvania Democrat Rep. John Murtha:
Carney’s office has touted his ability to bring back money to the 10th Congressional District, announcing more than $15 million in projects secured in the 2007 budget, and several other projects this year.
Hackett’s campaign has been critical of [...]

Dick Zimmer highlights fiscal discipline

One of the things that has rankled both Democrats and Republicans is the wasteful spending, earmarks, and pork projects that been a high priority for Washington politicians.  In his race against entrenched Sen. Frank Lautenberg, Rep. Dick Zimmer is presenting a contrast between the two candidates on this important issue:

Zimmer today highlighted incumbent Sen. Frank [...]

Alaska Right to Life endorses Parnell

Lt. Gov. Sean Parnell, who is challenging Rep. Don Young in Alaska’s August 26th House primary, picked up a major endorsement yesterday:

Republican congressional candidate Sean Parnell picked up the endorsement of the Alaska Right to Life Group Wednesday.
The group says Parnell has been a champion for issues of life, from conception to natural death.
Congressman Don [...]

Brown-baggin’ it

State Treasurer John Kennedy, who is running for U.S. Senate in Louisiana, released a new ad today.

Ha.  I like it.
You can donate to John Kennedy’s campaign here.

Even blue staters like fiscal conservatism once in a while

One of the best strategies to win a blue state if you’re a Republican is to promise to bring fiscal responsibility back to whatever office you seek.  It helps if you have a history of fiscal discipline to point to so voters know you’re actually fiscally responsible.  Dino Rossi has the chance to use this [...]

Alaska GOP House Primary Debate Wrap-up

There was a debate last night between the three candidates vying to represent the GOP in this year’s Congressional elections.  Down the Ticket-sponosored candidate Lt. Gov. Sean Parnell was a target for both Rep. Don Young and state representative Gabrielle LeDoux.  One of the highlights was Rep. Young attacking Sean Parnell for his fiscal conservatism:

Young [...]

Is corn the key to winning the Missouri GOP primary?

Sarah Steelman is counting on Missouri’s recent legislation backing ethanol mandates to gain an advantage on Rep. Kenny Hulshof in Tuesdays GOP gubernatorial primary:

In recent weeks, Steelman has played up one key difference between the candidates. Blunt and the Republican-led Missouri Legislature pushed through a requirement that nearly every gallon of gasoline contain 10 percent [...]

Porkbustin’ Wayne Parker

Flashpoint has a good post about the fiscal cancer affecting the GOP and the nation: earmarks.
As the post notes, Wayne Parker, who is running in Alabama’s 5th District, has pledged to support a one-year moratorium on earmarks.
You can donate to Wayne Parker’s campaign here.