2010 US Presidential Election
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Tuesday June 29th
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Alexander withdraws from Presidential race, he endorses a joint Reform/Green Ticket of Tim Hall and Seth Gillette
A few minutes ago, General Nicholas Alexander ended his bid for the White-House, when he announced that he was withdrawing but endorsing a joint ticket of Reforms Tim Hall and Democratic senator Seth Gillette.
"We have had a serious of talks over the last few days, and we discussed various options, and in the end I have decided to withdraw and endorse a new ticket of Tim and Seth".
Green party candidate Jim Buckner has also withdrawn and told his party to support Hall and Gillette.
"Tim has been a champion of reform in both the way we do business and in Washington. And everyone knows what I think about Seth. he is the champion we need".
Both Buckner and Alexander said that they where putting aside their own ambitions for the greater good of the country, and all agreed that America
needed a strong third party alternative to the republicans and democrats.
"We have seen the birth of a new alliance, this a milestone day in American political history" said Tim Hall.
The Progressive Alliance Ticket (Reform & Green)
Former Republican Congressman Tim Hall of North Carolina
Democratic Senaor of North Dakota Seth Gillette
Former Republican Congressman Tim Hall of North Carolina
Democratic Senaor of North Dakota Seth Gillette
politico.com
Tuesday June 29th
Alexander out, Hall and Gillette ticket for a green/reform "progressive alliance" of change
Well no one predicted that. General Alexander has withdrawn but has managed to stick together what is being called a "progressive alliance" between Reform and the Greens.
It may at first seem the two parties have little in common, but it is actually not as mad as it seems.
Tim Hall who left the Republicans in 2002, saying that the party was "in the hands of religious zealots", after he upset Mary Marsh and the ACA with comments regards to homosexaulity and the church and did not seek re-election that year, has been advocating in "changing the corruption of Washington and the old ways", he has also been a champion of greater rights for local city councils, and localism, and whilst in Congress was a supporter of the Kyoto agreement.
Then we come to his running-mate Seth Gillette, who is still nominally a member of the democratic party, and of course has threatened a Presidential in 2006, and 2006 as an independent although neither time he got around to it. Although to the left on environmental reform, he has also attacked big spending of the Santos administration, and called for an ovehall of the education and campaign reform.
Of course both men will acknowledge that they can't hope to win the election, I don't think that was real option for Alexander either instead, Alexander seems to have instead in making his name in another way, in trying to form a real third party to challenge the big two.
One expects that Hall will carry on Alexanders message of breaking the old parties, and the need for a new voice in american polictics. If the alliance can hold, and many of those that have been supporting Alexander stick with the new ticket, they could do better than expected and at least do well enough to keep the alliance going in the coming years.
Tuesday June 29th
Alexander out, Hall and Gillette ticket for a green/reform "progressive alliance" of change
Well no one predicted that. General Alexander has withdrawn but has managed to stick together what is being called a "progressive alliance" between Reform and the Greens.
It may at first seem the two parties have little in common, but it is actually not as mad as it seems.
Tim Hall who left the Republicans in 2002, saying that the party was "in the hands of religious zealots", after he upset Mary Marsh and the ACA with comments regards to homosexaulity and the church and did not seek re-election that year, has been advocating in "changing the corruption of Washington and the old ways", he has also been a champion of greater rights for local city councils, and localism, and whilst in Congress was a supporter of the Kyoto agreement.
Then we come to his running-mate Seth Gillette, who is still nominally a member of the democratic party, and of course has threatened a Presidential in 2006, and 2006 as an independent although neither time he got around to it. Although to the left on environmental reform, he has also attacked big spending of the Santos administration, and called for an ovehall of the education and campaign reform.
Of course both men will acknowledge that they can't hope to win the election, I don't think that was real option for Alexander either instead, Alexander seems to have instead in making his name in another way, in trying to form a real third party to challenge the big two.
One expects that Hall will carry on Alexanders message of breaking the old parties, and the need for a new voice in american polictics. If the alliance can hold, and many of those that have been supporting Alexander stick with the new ticket, they could do better than expected and at least do well enough to keep the alliance going in the coming years.
The One that worries the GOP
With the recent resurgence of Democratic Senatorial Polls, the Republican Leadership has been quietly moving piece around, changing the placement of funds, etcetera. However, while busy attempting to save others seats, and gain new ones, Senate Majority Leader Robert Royce may have dug his own grave.
In the past week alone, his democratic opponent, Representative Stephen Collins has gained 6 points in the polls, moving from a 55-45 split, to a 48-48 split. Collins has called out Royce for being a partisan and not really standing for anything, liberal, moderate, or conservative alike, many keeping his eye on keeping the majority.
"Senator Royce may be the incumbent, but that does not mean he is going to be elected. I want everyone to remember that YOU as the american citizens decide the outcome of elections, not the politicians. When Mr. Royce was asked about why he doesn't support the legalization of gay marriage, he responded by saying: "It isn't what the American people want. The American people don't agree with it, and I am merely a voice of the people." His logic is deeply flawed. Essentially what he is saying, is that it is Ok to do anything as long as people are Ok with it. The German people knew about the Holocaust and many of them were in favor of it. Does that make it right? NO! Just because a few reactionary conservatives don't agree with the idea of a man loving a man, or a women loving a women, doesn't mean that it is right. Senator Royce can't even make up his mind about the issues, he just does what people tell him to. Is that the kind of man you want to represent you? Is that the kind of man you want being the leader of a party in the senate?"
As recent as last week he was still down in the polls by 6 points, and as of today he is neck and neck with the Senate Majority Leader. Why is that you ask? Because Collins called the Leader on a major point. He doesn't stand for anything. He has played the partisan role well, and has mainly voted for what his party members have decided. Rarely has he ventured out of that realm and voted for what he thought was best for the american people. Let alone say what he things is best for the American people. This point has struck a cord with the voters and is rallying the democratic base and making the republican's, base and moderates, rethink their faith in Royce. This has struck fear in the hearts and minds of the RNC. Recent polls in New York, California, Florida, and now Pennsylvania have some republicans shaking in their boots. As polls for the White House are looking bright, the same is not seen for the house and senate.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
BREAKING NEWS... BREAKING NEWS... BREAKING NEWS... BREAKING NEWS
Arkin calls 5 independents in the House for Meeting on the hill.
Jim Arkin, the House Minority Leader, called a meeting of the House's 5 independents probably to decide the majority of the House of Representatives. If all 5 independents are called to a coalition agreement with the Republicans they can unseat the current Speaker of the House Carol Gelsey. If All 5 Independents can agree to a vote with the Republicans, the Republicans will have a 5 seat majority in the U.S. House. Arkin also announced his endorsement of Republican Primary Candidate Mike Abrams who is running against Mark Sellner in a primary for the Massachusetts 1st District. This may be a possible means for the Republican Leader to retake the house
BREAKING NEWS... BREAKING NEWS... BREAKING NEWS... BREAKING NEWS
Arkin calls 5 independents in the House for Meeting on the hill.
Jim Arkin, the House Minority Leader, called a meeting of the House's 5 independents probably to decide the majority of the House of Representatives. If all 5 independents are called to a coalition agreement with the Republicans they can unseat the current Speaker of the House Carol Gelsey. If All 5 Independents can agree to a vote with the Republicans, the Republicans will have a 5 seat majority in the U.S. House. Arkin also announced his endorsement of Republican Primary Candidate Mike Abrams who is running against Mark Sellner in a primary for the Massachusetts 1st District. This may be a possible means for the Republican Leader to retake the house
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
BRAKING NEWS>>BREAKING NEWS>>BREAKING NEWS>>>BREAKING NEWS
Arkin to introduce bill tomorrow to pass amendment for Estate Tax
Jim Arkin, after meeting on The Hill the morning introduced a Republican backed-bill in order to once more try to amend the Estate Tax for the second time. Republicans are also backed by two independents Sam Wendt (representing the American Independence Party, which he joined last week after the Speaker election) and Nathan Templeton. If Frank Woodside, Stoker Hanson and Mackenzie Allen Caucus against the Democrats, the majority will once again be in jeopardy once more.
BRAKING NEWS>>BREAKING NEWS>>BREAKING NEWS>>>BREAKING NEWS
Arkin to introduce bill tomorrow to pass amendment for Estate Tax
Jim Arkin, after meeting on The Hill the morning introduced a Republican backed-bill in order to once more try to amend the Estate Tax for the second time. Republicans are also backed by two independents Sam Wendt (representing the American Independence Party, which he joined last week after the Speaker election) and Nathan Templeton. If Frank Woodside, Stoker Hanson and Mackenzie Allen Caucus against the Democrats, the majority will once again be in jeopardy once more.
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010
Swampland
A blog about politics.
New Independent Ticket: so what?
I always appreciate a third-party candidate. It takes a lot of courage to run up against America's two party system, knowing that your chances of losing greatly outweigh those of winning. General Nicholas Alexander took that chance, and many of us were willing to bet on him. In fact, sources within several major newspapers state that a "Nicholas endorsement was not far away." He could have been something, more than the normal independent candidates, at least.
In American History, few candidates have been able to make progress as independents: T.R. in 1912, Strom Thurmond in 1948, and George Wallace in 1968. But still, they weren't successful, and there has been only one 'independent' American President, George Washington.
So, the odds against this new 'Progressive Alliance' Ticket are very, very large. It might have been a good idea to combine all the independent candidates, but with Alexander at the helm, a national name like his would have at least guaranteed them 10% in the polls. Instead, the first exit polls about this new party have them at 7% (although their stock is rising).
Clearly, at least in the opinions of many of the experts, this new party will not have the goods to deliver a White House Victory in November. By throwing away Alexander, it threw away its best chance at an attempt to take on Washington. Plus, with a ticket that features a Democrat and a Republican, no one can be sure of what the platform is, so that needs to be clarified. The best hope for this new party is to gain enough of a following to be considered a serious candidate, and thus, be entered in the debates this fall. From there, maybe, just maybe, something can happen.
But we’re not holding our breath.
Swampland
A blog about politics.
New Independent Ticket: so what?
I always appreciate a third-party candidate. It takes a lot of courage to run up against America's two party system, knowing that your chances of losing greatly outweigh those of winning. General Nicholas Alexander took that chance, and many of us were willing to bet on him. In fact, sources within several major newspapers state that a "Nicholas endorsement was not far away." He could have been something, more than the normal independent candidates, at least.
In American History, few candidates have been able to make progress as independents: T.R. in 1912, Strom Thurmond in 1948, and George Wallace in 1968. But still, they weren't successful, and there has been only one 'independent' American President, George Washington.
So, the odds against this new 'Progressive Alliance' Ticket are very, very large. It might have been a good idea to combine all the independent candidates, but with Alexander at the helm, a national name like his would have at least guaranteed them 10% in the polls. Instead, the first exit polls about this new party have them at 7% (although their stock is rising).
Clearly, at least in the opinions of many of the experts, this new party will not have the goods to deliver a White House Victory in November. By throwing away Alexander, it threw away its best chance at an attempt to take on Washington. Plus, with a ticket that features a Democrat and a Republican, no one can be sure of what the platform is, so that needs to be clarified. The best hope for this new party is to gain enough of a following to be considered a serious candidate, and thus, be entered in the debates this fall. From there, maybe, just maybe, something can happen.
But we’re not holding our breath.
BBC News.co.uk
Thursday July 1st
Conservative Leadership candidates clash in Live TV debate on BBC1
Edward Barker and Andrew carter, the final two candidates in the race for the leadership of the Conservative party have clashed in a live TV debate tonight.
As expected Barker claimed that a Carter leadership "could lead the party backwards, especially in regards to tax and Europe", whilst Carter said Barkers approach was to move to the middle as the government was moving to the left.
The angriest exchanges came over loyalty and leadership in regards to former leader James Taylor and his removal from the leadership two months ago. Barker claimed that carter had "betrayed" the former leader, whilst pretending to back him in the Shadow Cabinet.
Despite this exchange, both men said that they agreed on many issues, on the state of the economy, on the rising crime figures, and continued support for the peacekeeping mission in Gaza, soon to enter it's five year.
Both also heaped praise on Mayor of London and former Prime-Minister Henry Reed following his victory in the mayoral election in May.
"Henry's result was excllent, and it shows the Conservative Party can win, especially in London, we need to build on this" said Andrew Carter, whilst Edward Barker agreed "It was an exceptional result, and it proves a Conservative message of hope and practical popular measures can win".
The result will be announced on Tuesday July 20th.
Thursday July 1st
Conservative Leadership candidates clash in Live TV debate on BBC1
Edward Barker and Andrew carter, the final two candidates in the race for the leadership of the Conservative party have clashed in a live TV debate tonight.
As expected Barker claimed that a Carter leadership "could lead the party backwards, especially in regards to tax and Europe", whilst Carter said Barkers approach was to move to the middle as the government was moving to the left.
The angriest exchanges came over loyalty and leadership in regards to former leader James Taylor and his removal from the leadership two months ago. Barker claimed that carter had "betrayed" the former leader, whilst pretending to back him in the Shadow Cabinet.
Despite this exchange, both men said that they agreed on many issues, on the state of the economy, on the rising crime figures, and continued support for the peacekeeping mission in Gaza, soon to enter it's five year.
Both also heaped praise on Mayor of London and former Prime-Minister Henry Reed following his victory in the mayoral election in May.
"Henry's result was excllent, and it shows the Conservative Party can win, especially in London, we need to build on this" said Andrew Carter, whilst Edward Barker agreed "It was an exceptional result, and it proves a Conservative message of hope and practical popular measures can win".
The result will be announced on Tuesday July 20th.
Friday July 2nd
LASTEST ELECTION MAP
Solid Walken=175 +18
Lean Walken=56-18
Total Walken=231 NO CHANGE
Solid Santos=151+3
Lean Santos=67-59
Total Santos=218 +8
Toss-up=89-8
NATIONAL POLL
- Walken 48%
- Santos 46%
- Hall 6%
politico.com, Friday July 2nd
Clark Attacks “Four Years of Limbo”
Republican Vice-Presidential nominee Liz Clark has attacked the current administration’s legislative record and accused President Santos of overseeing “four years of stagnation, four years of limbo.”
Clark, speaking to Fox News presenter Greta van Susteren, launched her most aggressive broadside yet saying that the President had “allowed the most partisan elements of his party to push a far left agenda” and had refused “to embrace any sort of compromise that would allow sensible governance to prevail.”
The Texas Senator, who would be the first woman to hold the office of Vice-President, said she “couldn’t wait” for the Vice-Presidential debate. “I’ve known Vice-President Tripplehorn for a long time, we’ve worked together on some things and we’ve disagreed on some – I think it’ll be a fin debate.”
Asked why she felt Glen Walken would make a better President than the incumbent Clark told van Susteren that “Glen Walken has proven time and again that he is strong leader – he gets things done. He is well known on the world stage already and he has both the plans and the conviction to deliver them that this country is crying out for.”
Following Clark’s primetime interview, the spin machines of both parties went into overdrive with DNC Chairman Josh Lyman telling CNN that “Clark once again proved she has neither the judgment nor the vision to be Vice-President”, whilst Missouri Governor Henry Shallick said “I thought it was a great interview, Liz was open and honest and, as has been her way during her time in congress, she called the President on his many failures in office.”
Clark Attacks “Four Years of Limbo”
Republican Vice-Presidential nominee Liz Clark has attacked the current administration’s legislative record and accused President Santos of overseeing “four years of stagnation, four years of limbo.”
Clark, speaking to Fox News presenter Greta van Susteren, launched her most aggressive broadside yet saying that the President had “allowed the most partisan elements of his party to push a far left agenda” and had refused “to embrace any sort of compromise that would allow sensible governance to prevail.”
The Texas Senator, who would be the first woman to hold the office of Vice-President, said she “couldn’t wait” for the Vice-Presidential debate. “I’ve known Vice-President Tripplehorn for a long time, we’ve worked together on some things and we’ve disagreed on some – I think it’ll be a fin debate.”
Asked why she felt Glen Walken would make a better President than the incumbent Clark told van Susteren that “Glen Walken has proven time and again that he is strong leader – he gets things done. He is well known on the world stage already and he has both the plans and the conviction to deliver them that this country is crying out for.”
Following Clark’s primetime interview, the spin machines of both parties went into overdrive with DNC Chairman Josh Lyman telling CNN that “Clark once again proved she has neither the judgment nor the vision to be Vice-President”, whilst Missouri Governor Henry Shallick said “I thought it was a great interview, Liz was open and honest and, as has been her way during her time in congress, she called the President on his many failures in office.”
foxnews.com, Friday July 2nd
BREAKING NEWS: AT LEAST 20 DEAD IN HOUSTON TRAIN CRASH
Sketchy reports are being released of a major train crash in Houston, TX with early suggestions that as many as twenty people may have died with many more injured.
It is believed that the train was travelling from San Antonio to Houston and was moments outside of Houston Amtrack Station in the city when a problem of some description occurred. Eyewitnesses are reporting that the train left the tracks smashing into the station.
More news as we have it.
BREAKING NEWS: AT LEAST 20 DEAD IN HOUSTON TRAIN CRASH
Sketchy reports are being released of a major train crash in Houston, TX with early suggestions that as many as twenty people may have died with many more injured.
It is believed that the train was travelling from San Antonio to Houston and was moments outside of Houston Amtrack Station in the city when a problem of some description occurred. Eyewitnesses are reporting that the train left the tracks smashing into the station.
More news as we have it.
Taylor Lautner as Tom Clark, the son of Liz Clark
This alone would make me vote against the Walken-Clark ticket.
nytimes.com, Saturday July 3rd
Death Toll Mounts In Houston Following Train Crash
In what is fast becoming the most devastating train crash in Texas history the death toll from yesterdays Houston station accident has officially reached 24 after another passenger was announced to have died.
It is believed that over 100 passengers are still being treated for injuries with as many as 30 of those being serious and at least 10 described as "life threatening".
The scale of the situation was clear last night as Texas Governor Phil Prior, Senator Liz Clark and Houston Mayor David Darnforth arrived to survey the site and assist with the recovery effort.
Clark refused to make any comment, and Governor Prior said only "This is a terrible accident, we will do everything to get to the bottom of what has gone wrong - but for the moment our focus is purely on recovering survivors and ensuring the best treatment for those who have been injured."
Death Toll Mounts In Houston Following Train Crash
In what is fast becoming the most devastating train crash in Texas history the death toll from yesterdays Houston station accident has officially reached 24 after another passenger was announced to have died.
It is believed that over 100 passengers are still being treated for injuries with as many as 30 of those being serious and at least 10 described as "life threatening".
The scale of the situation was clear last night as Texas Governor Phil Prior, Senator Liz Clark and Houston Mayor David Darnforth arrived to survey the site and assist with the recovery effort.
Clark refused to make any comment, and Governor Prior said only "This is a terrible accident, we will do everything to get to the bottom of what has gone wrong - but for the moment our focus is purely on recovering survivors and ensuring the best treatment for those who have been injured."
Sunday July 4th
Texas Democrats said to be "furious" over the White-Houses handling of the Houston Train crash
Two Democratic Texas Congresswomen, Patsy Burns, and Congressman Cal Tillinghouse are said to be "furious" over the White-Houses handling of Friday's Houston train crash in which 28 people lost their lives.
Within hours Republican Vice-Presidential candidate Liz Clark and the Senior Senator of the State, toured the crash site with Governor Phil Prior, and Junior Senator and former Governor Barton Hopkins, at one point Clark and Prior where shown giving out water to surviours, and Prior even helping rescue workers on the scene, Prior a former Policeman, has had the training for such events.
Glen Walken with Clark visited the injured on Saturday evening in Hospital, after he and his running-mate left, they where shown on TV reports, getting a thunderous round of applause from the staff and family members of in the injured.
The pictures have not played well with Texas Democrats. President Santos and the First Lady are in Paris for the G8 Summit. Former Vice-President John Hoynes, a former Senator from the Lone Star state, is also oversees on his lastest book tour.
Patsy Burns who is a tough race in the states 9th District, is believed to have called up the White-House Saturday morning to find out what was going on. Cal Tillinghouse is believed to have a angry phone-call with DNC Chairman Josh Lyman, and from good sources we believe that Tillinghouse told Lyman "This response has cost us the election, you have insulted Texans, and probably cost me my seat, thanks".
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FOURTH OF JULY STATEMATE
Owen Lassiter expressed better than anyone could what the Fourth of July means when he said,
"Ours was a revolution that changed the very concept of government. Let the Fourth of July always be a reminder that here in this land for the first time, it was decided that man is born with certain God-given rights; that government is only a convenience created and managed by the people, with no powers of its own except those voluntarily granted to it by the people."
In the 1700's, the extraordinary actions taken by honorable men made us a free people - they fought and died to create the idea that is America. Because of those sacrifices and countless others throughout the years, we know that each and every day is ours to live as we see fit, in the greatest country the world has ever known. As we celebrate the 4th of July, let us remember our selfless service men and women, standing guard around the world to keep us free.
On this day of celebration, our thoughts are with those in the City of Houston, following Friday's fatal train crash. Myself and Liz Clark visited the hospitals yesterday to see the survivors and talk to the families who have lost their loved ones. I ask for all Americans to pray today for those still fighting for their lives.
God Bless America
Glen Allen Walken
Liz Clark
FOURTH OF JULY STATEMATE
Owen Lassiter expressed better than anyone could what the Fourth of July means when he said,
"Ours was a revolution that changed the very concept of government. Let the Fourth of July always be a reminder that here in this land for the first time, it was decided that man is born with certain God-given rights; that government is only a convenience created and managed by the people, with no powers of its own except those voluntarily granted to it by the people."
In the 1700's, the extraordinary actions taken by honorable men made us a free people - they fought and died to create the idea that is America. Because of those sacrifices and countless others throughout the years, we know that each and every day is ours to live as we see fit, in the greatest country the world has ever known. As we celebrate the 4th of July, let us remember our selfless service men and women, standing guard around the world to keep us free.
On this day of celebration, our thoughts are with those in the City of Houston, following Friday's fatal train crash. Myself and Liz Clark visited the hospitals yesterday to see the survivors and talk to the families who have lost their loved ones. I ask for all Americans to pray today for those still fighting for their lives.
God Bless America
Glen Allen Walken
Liz Clark
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