Sunday, October 31, 2010
Altoona Mirror endorses Pat Toomey for U.S. Senate
The Altoona Mirror has endorsed Republican Pat Toomey for the U.S. Senate seat from Pennsylvania.
Toomey can steer course - AltoonaMirror.com - The Altoona Mirror
Toomey can steer course - AltoonaMirror.com - The Altoona Mirror
Democrats can’t hide their record of failure
Morton Kondracke, editor of Roll Call, a newspaper that covers Congress, and one of the most middle-of-the-road political commentators in the nation, says Democrats will lose big on Tuesday because they can't cover up their record of failure over the past two years.
Democrats can’t hide their record - pottsmerc.com
Democrats can’t hide their record - pottsmerc.com
Two years later, GOP is phoenix rising
The Associated Press has a fascinating story about how quickly the Republican Party has rebounded - thanks in large part to the incompetence of Barack Obama and Congressional Democrats
Two years later, GOP is phoenix rising - pottsmerc.com
Two years later, GOP is phoenix rising - pottsmerc.com
Pottstown Mercury backs Pat Meehan for Congress
The Mercury has endorsed Republican Pat Meehan for the open Congressional seat in PA's 7th District.
Endorsements for Congress: Dent, Gerlach, Meehan - pottsmerc.com
Endorsements for Congress: Dent, Gerlach, Meehan - pottsmerc.com
Pottstown Mercury backs Jim Gerlach for Congress
The Mercury has endorsed Republican incumbent Jim Gerlach in Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District.
Endorsements for Congress: Dent, Gerlach, Meehan - pottsmerc.com
Endorsements for Congress: Dent, Gerlach, Meehan - pottsmerc.com
Saturday, October 30, 2010
Newspaper: Tom Corbett is the best choice for governor
The Daily Item in Sunbury is the latest Pennsylvania newspaper to endorse Republican Tom Corbett for governor.
"Corbett is the best choice for governor in a time when Pennsylvanians demand change," the newspaper says.
Tom Corbett is the best choice for governor
"Corbett is the best choice for governor in a time when Pennsylvanians demand change," the newspaper says.
Tom Corbett is the best choice for governor
Endorsements: Reichley, Vereb, Kampf for Pa. House
The Pottstown Mercury has endorsed two incumbents, Doug Reichley and Mike Vereb, and a newcomer, Warren Kampf, for legislative seats in the newspaper's coverage area.
Endorsements: Reichley, Vereb, Kampf for Pa. House - pottsmerc.com
Endorsements: Reichley, Vereb, Kampf for Pa. House - pottsmerc.com
Friday, October 29, 2010
Williamsport-Sun Gazette: Toomey needed in Senate
In endorsing Republican Pat Toomey over liberal Joe Sestak, the Williamsport-Sun Gazette editorial board says: "Toomey would be an important addition in the Senate of one more voice for private business incentives and fiscal discipline in government. That's never been more needed than now."
Read the full editorial at the link below:
Toomey needed in Senate - SunGazette.com | News, Sports, Jobs, Community Information - Williamsport-Sun Gazette
Read the full editorial at the link below:
Toomey needed in Senate - SunGazette.com | News, Sports, Jobs, Community Information - Williamsport-Sun Gazette
Lancaster newspaper backs Pat Toomey for Senate
From the Lancaster New Era:
Pat Toomey has solid conservative views - small government, low taxes, fiscal restraint, strong military - and he seeks high public office at a time when those views are desperately needed.Read the full endorsement editorial here.
Voters should respond by sending him to Washington as Pennsylvania's next U.S. senator.
PhillyBurbs.com: Endorsement 2010 - Pat Toomey for Senate
The Bucks County Courier Times is the latest Pennsylvania newspaper to endorse Republican Pat Toomey for US Senate. Despite efforts by the far left to paint the former Lehigh Valley congressman as an "extremist," the newspaper says it found Toomey "to be clear, succinct and reasonable."
Read the full endorsement editorial at the link below:
PhillyBurbs.com: Endorsement 2010 - Toomey for Senate
Read the full endorsement editorial at the link below:
PhillyBurbs.com: Endorsement 2010 - Toomey for Senate
REPUBLICAN NATIONAL COMMITTEE LAUNCHES NEW WEB SITE 'NO MORE FRANKENS'
Just in time for Halloween, the Republican National Committee has launched a new website to remind remind voters what is at stake on Nov. 2.
From RNC Chairman Michael Steele:
"With Democrat lawyers, liberal shadow groups, and labor unions organizing to challenge the Election Day results, it is more important than ever that the American people deliver a decisive victory for Republicans up and down the ballot in all 50 states. In order to protect our hard-fought victories, we must fund and operate a winning 72 hour ground game which puts the margin of victory out of reach. The election of Democrat Al Franken to the United States Senate serves as a glaring and painful reminder to voters as to why it is so important to support our Republican Victory program and show up on Election Day."The 'No More Frankens' website can be viewed at: www.nomorefrankens.com
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Taxpayers Union: Sestak Would Increase Federal Spending by $100B
The big difference between Joe Sestak and Pat Toomey? According to a new study by a taxpayer watchdog group, Sestak wants to increase federal spending by another $100 Billion. Toomey would reduce federal spending, the group says.
National Taxpayers Union Foundation - Over $100 Billion Separates Federal Budget Agendas of Pennsylvania Senate Candidates, Study Finds
National Taxpayers Union Foundation - Over $100 Billion Separates Federal Budget Agendas of Pennsylvania Senate Candidates, Study Finds
Devaney Announces Enhancements to Recovery.gov
What recovery? Sounds like Democrats are trying to put more lipstick on a pig.
Devaney Announces Enhancements to Recovery.gov
Devaney Announces Enhancements to Recovery.gov
Midterm blowout: 50 or more Dem seats set to fall
The Hill, a non-partisan newspapers that covers Congress, predicts Democrats will lose at least 50 seats (and the majority) in the Nov. 2 election.
Midterm blowout: 50 or more Dem seats set to fall in the election - TheHill.com
Midterm blowout: 50 or more Dem seats set to fall in the election - TheHill.com
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
PhillyBurbs.com: Endorsement 2010 - Conflict in the 13th Congressional
The Doylestown Intelligencer is unable to endorse incumbent Democrat Rep. Allyson Schwartz for Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional District because Schwartz is too partisan and has voted wrong on key issues in the past two years. The newspaper says Republican challenger Dee Adcock is too inexperienced to back for the seat, but they cannot support Schwartz's re-election, either.
Read the full editorial at the link below:
PhillyBurbs.com: Endorsement 2010 - Conflict in the 13th Congressional
Read the full editorial at the link below:
PhillyBurbs.com: Endorsement 2010 - Conflict in the 13th Congressional
Monday, October 25, 2010
Endorsement 2010 - 8th Congressional: Mike Fitzpatrick
The Doylestown Intelligencer has endorsed Republican Mike Fitzpatrick in Pennsylvania's 8th Congressional District over incumbent Democrat Patrick Murphy.
PhillyBurbs.com: Endorsement 2010 - 8th Congressional: Mike Fitzpatrick
PhillyBurbs.com: Endorsement 2010 - 8th Congressional: Mike Fitzpatrick
Newspaper backs Toomey for US Senate
The Express-Times of Easton is the latest Pennsylvania newspaper to endorse Pat Toomey over Joe Sestak in the much-watched race for the open U.S. Senate seat from Pennsylvania.Toomey would make a real difference in Congress, unlike Sestak, who has rubber-stamped the Obama-Pelosi agenda since he arrived in Washington.
From the newspaper's endorsement editorial:
Toomey is so opposed to earmarks he says he wouldn't try to bring any back to Pennsylvania — he'd focus on eliminating them, a practice he began as a congressman.Read the full editorial at the newspaper's website.
The best example of Toomey's tenaciousness came in 1998-99, when he got tired of arguing in the House about excessive spending and wrote his own budget. He then led a filibuster that forced Republican leaders to adopt some of his cuts.
That's the kind of restraint Congress needs to enshrine — and Toomey is the candidate who won’t brook any dissent in a war on wasteful spending.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette endorses Corbett for governor
One of the most liberal newspapers in Pennsylvania, The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, is urging its readers to elect Republican Tom Corbett governor of Pennsylvania over Ed Rendell-close Dan Onorato. I am shocked. The Post-Gazette hardly ever endroses Republicans.
From the newspaper's endorsement editorial:
This no-nonsense politician also has his enlightened and progressive side. He recognizes the benefit of early education (as does Mr. Onorato) and sees the absurdity of that relic of Prohibition, the monopolistic Liquor Control Board system, and the crying need for its privatization (which Mr. Onorato does not). If done right, this would be a way of providing a great amount of budgetary relief without raising taxes. It also would send a message in the strongest way that Pennsylvania, despite its backward reputation, is not change averse.
The Post-Gazette endorses Tom Corbett, the candidate in a season of change who we believe can break with the past for the sake of a better future.
Read the full editorial here.
The city's other newspaper, the more conservative Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, also endorsed Corbett for governor. You can read that editorial here.
Sunday, October 24, 2010
Berks County Patriots hold candidates night
550 people attended a candidates night sponsored by the Berks County Patrios. That's an amazing turnout. Most events sponsored by Democratic groups draw a few dozen people. This group is becoming a real force in Berks County politics.
Berks County Patriots hold candidates night
Berks County Patriots hold candidates night
Saturday, October 23, 2010
Friday, October 22, 2010
The Imperial Presidency
David Asman has a disturbing prediction of "The Coming Imperial Presidency" after Democrats lose control of Congress. His Majesty Barack Obama will not listen to the voice of the people when they repudiate his radical agenda on Nov. 2.
Instead, he will likely rule by decry, bypassing Congress - and the will of the American people.
From Asman's column at Fox Business:
(Obama's) vision of America is one in which a dwindling private sector becomes the lap dog of an ever growing, government managed economy. You can call it European statism or socialism, but it's definitely not the free market most of us were accustomed to. And while it may not be our vision of America, it is his vision. And he wants to pursue it. But how? Without a compliant Congress it won't be as easy as it was the first two years. That's why we think he's going to turn up the juice of his executive powers to a level we haven't seen for decades. And it's not just us saying it.Read the full column here.
The Los Angeles Times published a piece last week about how Obama is considering using executive orders to bypass the intentions of Congress:
"The best arena for Obama to execute his plans may be his own branch of government. That means more executive orders…and more deployment of his ample regulatory powers and the wide-ranging rulemaking authority of his Cabinet members."
Newspaper: Tom Corbett is the best choice for governor
From The Daily Item in Sunbury:
Tom Corbett is the best choice for governor
Corbett has demonstrated that he understands the challenges ahead and offers the best plan to overcome those obstacles in a way that taxpayers will appreciate. Corbett is the best choice for governor in a time when Pennsylvanians demand change.Read the full editorial at the link below:
Tom Corbett is the best choice for governor
Columnist: Anti-business Obama strikes again
How can the economy recover when you have the president and Congress working to destroy it? Hope and change will come when veto-proof GOP majorities are elected to Congress on Nov. 2.
Anti-business Obama strikes again - pottsmerc.com
Anti-business Obama strikes again - pottsmerc.com
'Yes we can' turn mess around
Great letter to the editor. The choice on Nov. 2: More of the same failed Obama/Pelosi policies or real change?
'Yes we can' turn mess around - pottsmerc.com
'Yes we can' turn mess around - pottsmerc.com
GOP Ready to Probe NPR's Federal Funding
Why are American taxpayers funding a left-wing propaganda operation like National Public Radio?
GOP Ready to Probe NPR's Federal Funding - HUMAN EVENTS
GOP Ready to Probe NPR's Federal Funding - HUMAN EVENTS
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Liberal Juan Williams Fired By Ultra-Liberal NPR
NPR, which is funded by taxpayers, fired political commentator Juan Williams because he expressed his opinion on the Muslim threat to the U.S. during an appearance on Bill O'Reilly's show.
Another example of liberal fascism.
There is no free speech when it comes to expressing views the far left doesn't like.
I'm no fan of Juan Williams, who is a liberal, but he has a right to express his opinion - except it seems on the ultra-left NPR.
Berks County Patriots Sponsor Candidate Forum
State Rep. Sam Rohrer will serve as guest moderator of the Berks County Patriots Candidate Forum on Thursday, Oct. 21.
The event, which will feature federal and state candidates, will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Leesport Market Hall, Route 61, just north of Reading.
Rohrer, a Republican who ran for governor in the May primary, is retiring from the state House of Representatives this year.
For more information, call 610-926-3923 or go to www.berkscountypatriots.org
The event, which will feature federal and state candidates, will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Leesport Market Hall, Route 61, just north of Reading.
Rohrer, a Republican who ran for governor in the May primary, is retiring from the state House of Representatives this year.
For more information, call 610-926-3923 or go to www.berkscountypatriots.org
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Vote for Life | Americans United for Life Action
Find out which Congressional candidates support taxpayer-funded abortions on demand.
Vote for Life | Americans United for Life Action
Vote for Life | Americans United for Life Action
POLL: Only 1-in-4 see American Dream as still attainable for everyone in the U.S.
Where did the hope go? Two years of the disastrous Obama administration has crushed the hope in most Americans.
POLL: Only 1-in-4 see American Dream as still attainable for everyone in the U.S. - TheHill.com
POLL: Only 1-in-4 see American Dream as still attainable for everyone in the U.S. - TheHill.com
Tony Phyrillas interviews US Rep. Charlie Dent
Check out my recent interview of Congressman Charlie Dent, a Republican seeking reelection to Pennsylvania's 15th Congressional District.
Video: Q&A with Charlie Dent - pottsmerc.com
Video: Q&A with Charlie Dent - pottsmerc.com
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
PA Right to Work PAC Endorses Candidates
The Pennsylvania Right to Work Political Action Committee, a nonpartisan group that supports pro-Right to Work candidates for the Pennsylvania House and State Senate, has announced its endorsed candidates for the Nov. 2 General Election.The following candidates are endorsed for Pennsylvania's State Senate:
Michael Brubaker (36th Dist.), Matt Connolly (14th Dist.), John Eichelberger (30th Dist.), Mike Folmer (48th Dist.), Rhashea Harmon (8th Dist.), Frank Scavo (22nd Dist.), Steve Urban (14th Dist.), and Michael Waugh (28th Dist.)The following candidates are endorsed for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives:
John Bear (97th Dist.), Steve Bloom (199th Dist.), Tom Bogar (153rd Dist.), Scott Boyd (43rd Dist.), Rob Ciervo (31st Dist.), Paul Clymer (145th Dist.), Jim Cox (129th Dist.), Tom Creighton (37th Dist.), Bryan Cutler (100th Dist.), Gordon Denlinger (99th Dist.), Alex Dubart (20th Dist.), Joe Emrick (137th Dist.), Garth Everett (84th Dist.), Mark Gillen (128th Dist.), Glen Grell (87th Dist.), Seth Grove (196th Dist.), Doyle Heffley (122nd Dist.), Sue Helm (104th Dist.), David Hickernell (98th Dist.), Dave Huffman (83rd Dist.), Rob Kauffman (89th Dist.), Fred Keller (85th Dist.), Mark Keller (86th Dist.), Daryl Metcalfe (12th Dist.), Ron Miller (93rd Dist.), Dan Moul (91st Dist.), Kathy Rapp (65th Dist.), Doug Reichley (134th Dist.), Todd Rock (90th Dist.), Curt Schroder (155th Dist.), Stan Saylor (94th Dist.), Justin Simmons (131st Dist.), RoseMarie Swanger (102nd Dist.), and Will Tallman (193rd Dist.)From a The Pennsylvania Right to Work PAC press release:
The Right to Work PAC supports incumbents and challengers, Democrats and Republicans — a diverse group of candidates who share a desire to help Pennsylvania's economy and individual citizens by passing legislation guaranteeing every wage earner's right to hold a job regardless of union membership or support.
It is the Unions and the union entitlement mentality which justifies taking from those who have built and created profitable, productive businesses and, in particular, the monopoly government unions, who are driving Pennsylvania to bankruptcy.
This election is critical to the future of Pennsylvania just as a Right to Work law is critical for economic growth in our Commonwealth. We believe these candidates provide the best hope for a better tomorrow in Pennsylvania.
Monday, October 18, 2010
Anti-gun group backs Onorato for PA governor
There's a clear distinction between Republican Tom Corbett and Democrat Dan Onorato when it comes to protecting Second Amendment rights.
Corbett, who is endorsed by the NRA, is a staunch defender of gun rights. Onorato backs gun-control measures.
That's why he has been endorsed by CeaseFirePA, a liberal advocacy group pushing for more gun-control measures against law-abiding Pennsylvania gun ownners.
From the CeaseFirePA press release endorsing Onorato:
Since May, Onorato has distinguished himself as the clear gubernatorial choice for Pennsylvanians concerned with the rising tide of gun violence in Commonwealth. Onorato has been one of the strongest voices in Pennsylvania for closing the Florida Gun Loophole. By contrast, Tom Corbett has refused to address the issue of gun violence – both as a candidate and as Pennsylvania's Attorney General. In a televised debate on October 16th, Corbett and Onorato sparred over how to address the Florida loophole. While Corbett once again dismissed the issue, "I don't believe there is a Florida loophole," Dan Onorato addressed it head on: "I don't need the Department of Agriculture in Florida telling me who should carry a gun in Pennsylvania."
Read more about CeaseFirePA efforts to punish gun owners for the failed liberal policies of Democratic mayors at the group's website.
Corbett, who is endorsed by the NRA, is a staunch defender of gun rights. Onorato backs gun-control measures.
That's why he has been endorsed by CeaseFirePA, a liberal advocacy group pushing for more gun-control measures against law-abiding Pennsylvania gun ownners.
From the CeaseFirePA press release endorsing Onorato:
Since May, Onorato has distinguished himself as the clear gubernatorial choice for Pennsylvanians concerned with the rising tide of gun violence in Commonwealth. Onorato has been one of the strongest voices in Pennsylvania for closing the Florida Gun Loophole. By contrast, Tom Corbett has refused to address the issue of gun violence – both as a candidate and as Pennsylvania's Attorney General. In a televised debate on October 16th, Corbett and Onorato sparred over how to address the Florida loophole. While Corbett once again dismissed the issue, "I don't believe there is a Florida loophole," Dan Onorato addressed it head on: "I don't need the Department of Agriculture in Florida telling me who should carry a gun in Pennsylvania."
Read more about CeaseFirePA efforts to punish gun owners for the failed liberal policies of Democratic mayors at the group's website.
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Thursday, October 14, 2010
OPA! Greek festival marks 40th year in Reading, PA
READING — "Be Greek For A Day" is the theme of the 40th annual Greek Food Bazaar scheduled for Oct. 15-16-17 at Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church.Thousands of visitors are expected to attend the largest ethnic food festival in Berks County to enjoy Greek food and pastry, wine, dancing, arts and crafts and live music.
All the food is prepared and cooked on the premises by parishioners using traditional Greek recipes.
The most popular dish is Athenian-style chicken, which comes in a platter with a side of rice pilaf or pastitsio (layered Greek pasta, seasoned with chopped beef topped with béchamel) and Greek-style string beans cooked with tomatoes and seasonings, a Greek salad featuring feta cheese, and roll and butter for $10.
You can substitute Plaki (fresh fish fillet baked with vegetables, herbs and wine) for the platter meal.
There are also a la carte items such Gyro (marinated beef and lamb slices) and Souvlaki (pork shis-ke-bob) sandwiches; Calamari (squid) cooked in tomatoes and wine; Moussaka (eggplant casserole); and Arni Psito (roast lamb) with Greek spices.
All food items are available to eat-in or take-out.
A variety of imported Greek wines and the popular Ouzo, an anise-flavored liqueur, are also available. Beer and soda is also on sale for less adventurous visitors.
While enjoying a meal in the main dining hall, visitors will be treated to Greek and American music by Stavros & Maria, a brother-sister act who are also church members.
The church's youth dance group, Kefi, will perform traditional Greek dances wearing colorful costumes throughout the weekend.
After a hearty meal, there's plenty to see and do on the church grounds.
An Agora (Greek market) offers packaged Greek foods and prepared dishes to go.
The Kafenio (Greek coffee house) features fresh-brewed Greek-style coffee, rice pudding and pastries in a relaxed atmosphere.
Visitors can also shop for original artwork, gold jewelry and items imported from Greece in the figt rooms.
Festival-goers can also view one of the largest collections of Byzantine iconography in the United States. Free guided tours of the church interior are provided on the hour.
A popular stop for all visitors is the pastry room, where you can pick between popular treats like Baklava (almonds, butter, and honey layered in flaky pastry), Teelikta (walnuts, butter and honey rolled in flaky pastry); Kourabiethes (butter cookies topped with powdered sugar), Koulourakia (Greek twisted butter cookie) and Galaktobouriko (a filo pastry filled with custard and moistened with honey syrup).
Another Greek delicacy is Loukoumathes (puffed honey balls), a warm dough pastry topped with honey, cinnamon and chopped nuts.
Also try the Baklava Sundae for a unique taste treat.
Bazaar hours are noon to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday.
Admission and parking are free in the church lot. Additional parking is available at the adjacent Holy Name High School. The event is held rain or shine.
The church is located at 1001 E. Wyomissing Blvd., about one mile from Business Route 222 South (Lancaster Avenue), just turn onto Hancock Boulevard at the car dealership and follow the road to the church.
For more information, call the church office at 610-374-7511 or visit the church's web site, www.stsconstantinehelen.org
Queen Nancy Pelosi
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and members of her family and staff took 85 tax-paid trips on military aircraft between March 2, 2009, and June 7, 2010, according to new documents uncovered by Judicial Watch.
From an article in The Washington Examiner:
From an article in The Washington Examiner:
"Pelosi's abusive use of military aircraft demonstrates a shocking lack of regard for the American taxpayer and the men and women who serve in the U.S. Air Force. Speaker Pelosi may have a frequent flyer record for taxpayer-financed luxury jet travel," said Judicial Watch President Tom Fitton.Read the full story at the newspaper's website.
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Sen. Rafferty to salute veterans
State Sen. John C. Rafferty, Jr., R-44th, will salute veterans who live in the 44th Senatorial District (parts of Montgomery, Chester and Berks counties) during the third annual Veterans Appreciation Breakfast at Sunnybook Ballroom, 50 Sunnybrook Road, Pottstown.
The patriotic celebration, scheduled Oct. 30 from 8 to 10 a.m., will feature a keynote speaker and breakfast, and will honor the men and women who served and continue to serve in the armed forces.
For more information, or to register for the event, contact Sen. Rafferty’s office at 610-831-8830.
Due to the capacity of the building seating is limited and only those veterans who have pre-registered will be admitted. (More than 350 attended last year's event.)
Deadline for registration is Oct. 26.
The patriotic celebration, scheduled Oct. 30 from 8 to 10 a.m., will feature a keynote speaker and breakfast, and will honor the men and women who served and continue to serve in the armed forces.
For more information, or to register for the event, contact Sen. Rafferty’s office at 610-831-8830.
Due to the capacity of the building seating is limited and only those veterans who have pre-registered will be admitted. (More than 350 attended last year's event.)
Deadline for registration is Oct. 26.
PA Chamber endorses Rep. Marcy Toepel
ChamberPAC, the political arm of the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry, has endorsed incumbent state Rep. Marcy Toepel for Montgomery County's 147th House District.Because of Toepel's work in the private sector, she truly understands the needs of small and large businesses in the Commonwealth, PA Chamber President Floyd Warner said in a press release.
"Not only does she know what it takes to run a business, she knows first hand from serving as first deputy to the Montgomery County Clerk of Courts how government works and what it takes to work with communities and constituents," Warner said.
More from the ChamberPAC:
The PA Chamber applauds Toepel's recognition that Pennsylvania has one of the most hostile environments in the nation for job creation, and her call for business tax improvements in order to spur job creation and business growth in the Commonwealth.Toepel was elected to the Legislature in May to fill the unexpired term of Bob Mensch, who was elected to the state Senate last year. She is seeking a full two-year term.
"Pennsylvania businesses and taxpayers need a representative like Marcy Toepel – someone in office who understands what it will take to move Pennsylvania forward," Warner said. "For these reasons, the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry wholeheartedly supports her state House candidacy. Constituents in Montgomery County will be well served by Toepel as their state representative."
Election Day is Nov. 2.
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
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Obama's Legacy: Red Ink
In the past two years, the Obama Administration and the Democratic-controlled Congress have spent $6.97 trillion, a 21.4% increase in federal spending, according to The Wall Street Journal.And what do we have to show for the record government spending? Record unemployment, record home foreclosures, record deficits, a record number of Americans collecting food stamps, a record number of Americans living in poverty.
The national debt has risen by $2.7 trillion under Obama, passing $13 trillion ... and will continue to rise under Obama's spending projections.
Stop the madness on Nov. 2 by voting out every Democrat on the ballot.
Monday, October 11, 2010
Berks Tea Party hosts 'Candidates Night' on Oct. 13
The Berks Tea Party Patriots will host a Candidates Night on Wednesday, Oct. 13, from 6:45 to 9 p.m. at Calvary Community Center, 201 Noble St., Reading.
Candidates for Pennsylvania governor, US Senate from Pennsylvania, Congressional districts in Berks County and the Pennsylvania Legislature have been invited to attend.
Among the candidates confirmed are: Rep. Joe Pitts, Rep. Tim Holden, State Sen. David Argall, State Sen. Mike Folmer and State Reps. Mark Gillen, Dave Maloney, Mike Tobash, Jerry Knowles and Doug Reichley.
To reach the Calvary Community Center, head south on Lancaster Avenue (Business 222) from Route 422, make the sixth left turn at J&S Auto and look for the signs.
For more information, call 610-927-7034 or e-mail: berksteaparty@berksteaparty.org
You can also visit the group's website at www.berksteaparty.org
Candidates for Pennsylvania governor, US Senate from Pennsylvania, Congressional districts in Berks County and the Pennsylvania Legislature have been invited to attend.
Among the candidates confirmed are: Rep. Joe Pitts, Rep. Tim Holden, State Sen. David Argall, State Sen. Mike Folmer and State Reps. Mark Gillen, Dave Maloney, Mike Tobash, Jerry Knowles and Doug Reichley.
To reach the Calvary Community Center, head south on Lancaster Avenue (Business 222) from Route 422, make the sixth left turn at J&S Auto and look for the signs.
For more information, call 610-927-7034 or e-mail: berksteaparty@berksteaparty.org
You can also visit the group's website at www.berksteaparty.org
How many times can Joe Sestak get it wrong?
A terrific letter to the editor on Joe Sestak's awful voting record in Congress.
How many times can Joe Sestak get it wrong? - pottsmerc.com
How many times can Joe Sestak get it wrong? - pottsmerc.com
Saturday, October 09, 2010
State House candidate says property tax reform priority
For voters in Berks County's 130th state House District, Republican David Maloney is talking about real issues like property tax relief. His opponent, Democrat David Kessler, wants to spend tax dollars to study algae as an alternative fuel. Get real.
State House candidate says property tax reform priority
State House candidate says property tax reform priority
Friday, October 08, 2010
No change, No hope, No jobs
The Department of Labor announced Friday that the United States economy shed an additional 95,000 private sector jobs last month. The national unemployment rate remained at 9.6% despite Barack Obama's promise that it would not rise above 8% once the "stimulus" spending was approved. So what happened?More than 15 million Americans remain unemployed and another 10 million are underemployed as the Obama Recession heads into its 20th month.
Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele released the following statement:
"Seventeen consecutive months with higher than 9% unemployment represent the final verdict on the failed economic policies of this White House and the Democrat Congress as voters head to the polls. President Obama and his left wing allies on Capitol Hill have spent trillions of taxpayer dollars with nothing to show for it but a mountain of crippling debt and chronic joblessness. 95,000 more jobs lost provides further evidence that their agenda of more spending, higher taxes, and bigger government is only fueling more economic uncertainty and making it harder to put Americans back to work. After nearly two years of weak leadership and broken promises, the American people will go to the polls in less than a month and reject this Administration’s economic mismanagement."
Thursday, October 07, 2010
Government says Phila. area lost 130,000 jobs in 3 years
Hats off to Congressional Democrats, Gov. Ed Rendell and Mayor Michael Nutter for the wonderful job they've been doing over the past three years.
Government says Phila. area lost 130,000 jobs in 3 years - Philadelphia Business Journal
Government says Phila. area lost 130,000 jobs in 3 years - Philadelphia Business Journal
Tony Phyrillas interviews Rep. Mike Vereb
Check out my interview with PA State Rep. Mike Vereb, who is seeking reelection in the 150th State House District.
We talk about property taxes, the 2nd Amendment, Welfare funding, pension reform, the state's fiscal woes under Gov. Ed Rendell and tolling Route 422.
Click here for the link to the video.
We talk about property taxes, the 2nd Amendment, Welfare funding, pension reform, the state's fiscal woes under Gov. Ed Rendell and tolling Route 422.
Click here for the link to the video.
From Bad to Worse Under Democrats
Does anyone recall that the unemployment rate was 4.6% BEFORE Democrats took control of Congress in January 2007?
Gallup Finds U.S. Unemployment at 10.1% in September
Gallup Finds U.S. Unemployment at 10.1% in September
Wednesday, October 06, 2010
Tony Phyrillas interviews Fern Kaufman
Watch my interview with Fern Kaufman, the Democratic candidate for Pennsylvania's 26th state House District in Chester County.
Watch videos of interviews with Trivedi, Kaufman - pottsmerc.com
Watch videos of interviews with Trivedi, Kaufman - pottsmerc.com
Tony Phyrillas interviews Manan Trivedi
Watch my interview with Manan Trivedi, the Democratic candidate for Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District.
Watch videos of interviews with Trivedi, Kaufman - pottsmerc.com
Watch videos of interviews with Trivedi, Kaufman - pottsmerc.com
Tuesday, October 05, 2010
Time to retire career politician Dante Santoni Jr.
Professional politician Dante Santoni Jr. has been in Harrisburg too long. Time to send a fresh perspective to Harrisburg. Find out more about Roger Voit in the article below.
Contenders in 126th District disagree on state spending
Contenders in 126th District disagree on state spending
Monday, October 04, 2010
Sunday, October 03, 2010
Citizens scrimp as government spends
Matthew J. Brouillette of the Commonwealth Foundation reviews all the ways Pennsylvania politicians have spent the state into bankruptcy. That includes Gov. Ed Rendell and the Legislature,both Democrats and Republicans. We know what the current crop has done. Voters have a chance to make dramatic changes on Nov. 2 by electing a new governor and a new Legislature.
Citizens scrimp as government spends - The Mercury
Citizens scrimp as government spends - The Mercury
Saturday, October 02, 2010
Friday, October 01, 2010
Newspaper: Legislators target Right to Know
Pennsylvania lawmakers want to keep citizens in the dark. Don't let them get away with it. It's your money. It's your government. Demand accountability. Demand transparency.
Legislators target Right to Know - Washington Greene PA Editorial Opinion - www.observer-reporter.com
Legislators target Right to Know - Washington Greene PA Editorial Opinion - www.observer-reporter.com
'Crude: The Real Price of Oil' to be featured at Albright College
Joe Berlinger's award-winning documentary "Crude: The Real Price of Oil" will be coming to Albright College in Reading on Wednesday, October 6, 2010, at 6:30 p.m. in Klein Lecture Hall.
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