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07 Apr 09

Do Ron Paul’s Supporters Refuse to Admit His Faults When It Comes to Earmarks? « Republican Ranting

I was reading an article on ConservativeHQ.com, “Ron Paul’s Pork Problem,” which basically criticized Representative Ron Paul (R-TX) for being a hypocrite on fiscal conservative principles by arguing for smaller government and less government spending but getting 22 earmarks (totaling $96.1 million) in the recent $410 billion omnibus spending bill.

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20 Mar 09

The Bill that Nobody Read: The Economic Stimulus Package (H.R. 1) « Republican Ranting

So, I know it's been a while since Congress passed H.R. 1, the economic stimulus plan, but C-SPAN finally uploaded and categorized all the videos, so better late than never. I wanted to show you all just how much the Democratic leadership tried to hide the details of the latest stimulus plan

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24 Feb 09

Kansas Can Now Afford to Pay Tax Refunds and State Employees « Republican Ranting

Yesterday I was watching America’s Newsroom, and Megyn Kelly did a story about the budget crisis in Kansas. According to the Governor, Kathleen Sebelius (D), the state was not going to be able to pay tax refunds or state employees on time. Sebelius wants to borrow money from other state accounts within Kansas; however, Republican legislators want budget cuts because they feel Sebelius’s solution is irresponsible. Republican leaders in the state House and Senate (both where they’re in the majority) argued that the internal borrowing wasn’t legal until the Kansas had a balanced budget for the fiscal year (the fiscal year ends June 30).

Obama Bitter that Republicans Rejected the Stimulus Package? « Republican Ranting

So, I was just watching the news, and they were talking about a picture and caption of the White House website. Neil Cavuto (FOX News) was asking if the following caption was a cheap shot at Republicans. Here’s the picture (I’ll discuss it below and ask for your opinion) (see here for the original picture; it’s picture 4: http://www.whitehouse.gov/photogallery/The-story-of-the-economic-recovery-package/):

14 Feb 09

House of Representatives Approves Revised Stimulus Bill: 246-183 « Republican Ranting

A little over an hour ago, the House of Representatives approved the revised economic stimulus package (that’s the package where the joint conference hammered out the details between the Senate and House bill differences). 246 Democrats voted for the bill; all 183 Republicans voted NAY, with 7 Democrats joining them. 1 Democrat also voted present, and 1 Democrat and 2 Republicans were not voting.

Happy 200th Birthday to Abraham Lincoln « Republican Ranting

Well, as most of you know, today is Abraham Lincoln’s 200th birthday. The government has been celebrating this all day, and I’ve been watching the Bicentenial Celebration that the Congress has been holding in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda since I got back from class.

18 Dec 08

Another Perspective on the Auto Bailout « Republican Ranting

I came across a column by economist Thomas Sowell this morning entitled “Postponing Reality,” and I’d just like to discuss part of this column with you:
We are told that the collapse of the Big Three automakers in Detroit would have repercussions across the country, causing mass layoffs among firms that supply the automobile makers with parts, and shutting down automobile dealerships from coast to coast.

21 Nov 08

House Energy & Commerce Committee: Dingell Out, Waxman In « Republican Ranting

Earlier today the House of Representatives Democratic caucus voted on who will head up the Energy and Commerce Committee in the 111th Congress. The caucus voted 137-122 to make Henry Waxman (D-CA29) the next chairman, instead of voting John Dingell (D-MI15) back into the position that he currently holds.

14 Nov 08

A Michigander’s Perspective: The Goverment Should Not Bail Out the Auto Industry « Republican Ranting

As rumors fly that a $25 billion bailout of the auto industry may actually come to a vote in the Congress, I figured that I, a citizen of Metro Detroit and Michigan should weigh in.
First, the facts:
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) has called for “emergency and limited financial assistance” for General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler where legislation would be passed that would make the automakers eligible for financial support under the $700 billion bailout bill that was passed in October.

31 Oct 08

4 Days to Go: My Presidential Election Prediction: Obama 291, McCain 247 « Republican Ranting

Alright, so last Tuesday, I did a prediction for the Presidential election, predicting an Obama with victory of 286-252, and said I’d update it this Tuesday. Well, I got a little busy, but here’s my updated prediction.

23 Oct 08

It’s All Tied Up in Michigan’s 9th Congressional District! « Republican Ranting

A poll that came out from Mitchell Research & Communications (done earlier in October) shows that the race for Michigan’s 9th Congressional district is all tied up at 43% each, which leaves 14% for undecideds and other candidates (who’ll probably get around 4-5%). So that leaves around 10% still up for grabs.

29 Sep 08

Obama’s “I’ve Got a Bracelet Too” Comment Was Disrespectful to Troops « Republican Ranting

Now, first, I know that me putting the stuttering in there looks kinda bad, but I have a point to that. The part that struck me most offensive was the “Let me just make a point: I’ve got a bracelet too.” It came across as Obama saying something like, “Oh yeah, well I’ve got…” And my (liberal) roommate agreed with me - he found that part as a bad statement from Obama (and again, thanks to my roommate for all he’s helped me with on the blog - especially during the debate, when I couldn’t keep up with typing as fast as they were talking).

23 Sep 08

Ron Paul Endorses Chuck Baldwin (Constitution Party Candidate) for President « Republican Ranting

OK, back on September 10th, I had meant to post Ron Paul’s “endorsement” speech, but some crazy things happened in my life and I didn’t get to it. Well, none of that really matters now. The basics of his speech there (which I have just below) were that he’s endorsing all of the 3rd party candidates - basically don’t vote for McCain or Obama.

09 Sep 08

Ron Paul to Endorse a Presidential Candidate Tomorrow « Republican Ranting

ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA – Congressman Ron Paul will hold a press conference in the Ball Room at the National Press Club on Wednesday, September 10th at 10:00 am. Dr. Paul will announce his intentions for the fall presidential election and will be accompanied by several special guests.

08 Sep 08

Obama and Biden Voted Against Funding for Rebuilding After Katrina, But Supported Bridge to Nowhere Funding « Republican Ranting

So, I found something interesting today. Back in 2005, Congress voted on and passed H.R. 3058 [109th Congress]: “Transportation, Treasury, Housing and Urban Development, the Judiciary, the District of Columbia,…”. This purpose of this bill was for “Making appropriations for the Departments of Transportation, Treasury, and Housing and Urban Development, the Judiciary, District of Columbia, and independent agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2006, and for other purposes.”

07 Sep 08

Pictures from the McCain/Palin Rally in Sterling Heights, Michigan « Republican Ranting

So, yesterday I went down to Sterling Heights to the McCain/Palin rally, and was able to get a few pictures. I was about 15 rows back, so I was a little bit too far away to actually get to shake anybody’s hand.

31 Aug 08

Democratic Leader Laughs About Hurricane Gustav Hitting During the Republican National Convention « Republican Ranting#comment-3550

Well, this is just disgusting. The following is a video captured on a flight back from the DNC, of former DNC chairman Don Fowler and Representative John Spratt (D-SC) (transcript below):

07 Aug 08

Final Results of Veteran Representative Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick’s Primary « Republican Ranting

Here are the final results, from the Wayne County Clerk, for the Democrats 13th Congressional District primary:
REP IN CONGRESS DIST 13
Vote for not more than 1
Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick . . . . . 20,906 38.90%

06 Aug 08

Veteran Representative Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick Clenched a Close Victory in Her Primary « Republican Ranting

Alright, it’s pretty much official. Michigan’s 13th Congressional District Representative Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick will win her party’s nomination (Democratic Party). Here are the results as of 1:50 A.M. EDT with 329/343 (95%) precincts reporting:
Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick 19,981 39%
Mary Waters 18,643 36%
Martha Scott 12,835 25%

Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick Now Tied in Her Primary Battle « Republican Ranting

Well, the results for the Michigan 13th Congressional District could not get much tighter. I’m guessing that Kilpatrick WILL maintain her lead, since Detroit is often the last one to have precincts come in, and this is where her support will be the strongest, but this is by no means a call for who will win - it’s still WAY too close. Here are the results as of 12:15 A.M. EDT with 244/343 (71%) precincts reporting: