Nathan James for GOP State Executive Committee, District 20

I am Nathan James, a conservative constitutionalist devoted to keeping the Tennessee Republican Party the strong, vibrant and rational alternative to the big government liberal philosophy espoused by the left. I am proud to be pro life, pro second amendment, and pro liberty. Please take 3 minutes and watch my video to get a better perspective on me. I’m running for the GOP State Executive Committee for Tennessee State Senate District 20 (map). I ask for your vote, and I ask you for your generous financial support. Together we can assure that the philosophies of liberty and freedom are the governing philosophies.

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Dave Rosenberg for TN State House District 50

Dedicated. Bright. Caring. Principled. Trustworthy. Kind. Honorable.

When Dave’s friends, family, colleagues, and other acquaintances were asked to describe Dave, these are the words that they used. They’re words not often used to describe politicians and it’s no wonder – Dave is not a politician. He’s a community member, a husband and father, and a business owner. And he’s ready to represent you in the state legislature.

Guiding Principles

The principles with which Dave promises to represent you are both straightforward and unequivocal.

1. The people of Tennessee have the right to live their lives as they see fit, without interference from the state, except when a person’s action would infringe on the rights of others.
2. Bureaucrats are not inherently qualified to tell the people of Tennessee how to raise their families or operate their businesses.
3. “A wise and frugal Government, which shall restrain men from injuring one another, shall leave them otherwise free to regulate their own pursuits of industry and improvement, and shall not take from the mouth of labor the bread it has earned. This is the sum of good government.”—Thomas Jefferson

Personal Background

The son of an elementary school teacher and a retirement planner, Dave Rosenberg grew up acutely aware of and interested in the way the American people interacted with their government. His inquisitiveness only grew throughout his years at the University of Georgia, where as a student he took every opportunity to study the political sciences and analyze the ways in which the role of government affected the way individuals lived their lives.

It was also during this time pursuing a business degree that Dave founded Terrapin Web Design. Following graduation and while still developing his small business, Dave worked for various technology firms that took him across the country before he met his future wife, Allison, and they settled in Nashville. Dave and Allison live in their home in Bellevue with their two young sons and their chocolate lab.

As of late, Dave has been able to focus sharply on the challenges that each small business owner faces in nurturing and developing his venture while attending closely to his loved ones. Through this time, Dave’s interest in policy has continued to grow as he’s monitored the way that Tennessee’s government in general and its legislature in particular has managed its responsibilities in recent years.

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Dave Hall for TN State House District 50

Early voting begins April 14th, and will be the start of a record breaking election for voters in Davidson County. Not since David Hall was 10 years old has there been a Republican Primary for Davidson County/Metro Elected Offices. And while that record will end with the Davidson County Republican Primary for Juvenile Court Clerk, that is not the only Davidson County Election Record coming to an end with election 2010.

Four members of the Hall family have qualified for the August Ballot. Father, David Hall is campaigning for the Republican Nomination for Tennessee’s 5th Congressional seat held by Democrat Jim Cooper. Mother, Michelle Hall will appear on the August ballot as a candidate for the State Republican Executive Committee. Son, Dave Hall, is an unchallenged candidate for the Republican Primary against State House Representative Gary Moore, in Tennessee’s 50th State House race. Daughter, Alexandra Shea Hall is an Independent candidate for Davidson County’s Register of Deeds. Alexandra is running as an Independent because the Republican Party only called a primary for the Juvenile Court Clerk race.

Four of the four Hall family members old enough to vote are running for elected office. The other three family members, too young to vote or run for office, are active in this year’s political process too. Zachry (17), Annie (15), and Noah Hall (12) have filed FEC papers establishing Do Hard Things 2010 as a Federal Political Action Committee. The youngsters have already had their first major interview published with OpenSecrets.org.

The Hall family is no stranger to politics. They have traveled nationwide working on behalf of Conservative Candidates for the past decade. Their most recent campaign experience was with David Hall’s run for Tennessee State Senate. David Hall was a strong Republican Challenger to former Democrat Caucus Chair, State Senator Joe Haynes in November of ’08. While David didn’t win the election for Senate in District 20, he did run a close enough race to motivate Joe Haynes to spend his hefty campaign coffers on his own seat instead of liberally spreading the wealth to other needy state Democratic campaigns. While David Hall’s campaign was outspent 7 to 1, he received 41% of the vote in Davidson County’s 20th State Senate District. That was a record breaking year for Republicans. Even with past Republican candidates, who were strongly backed by the party, no Republican Candidate had ever received that number of votes for State Senate District 20.

Davidson County voters will have just under 100 days to meet the Hall candidates before the 2010 ballots are cast. Their official family campaign debut will be 6:30 PM Friday, April 17th at the Davidson County Republican Party Reagan Day Dinner with Senator Corker, Representative Blackburn, Lt. Governor Ramsey, Congressman Wamp and Mayor Haslam.

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Michelle Hall for SEC District 20

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Nick Collette for TN State House District 3

Nick Collette is a fiscal and social conservative who believes in putting government back on the side of the people. It is time to limit the scope, size, and reach of government. The key to doing this is empowering the people with liberty and personal responsibility. As a Constitutional Conservative, Nick believes that the Constitution is our purest resource in the law-making process.

“As your State Representative I promise to vote NO on any new taxes, protect your 2nd Amendment rights, and uphold the Constitution in every vote that I cast. I will bring my common sense Conservatism to Nashville and put you, the citizens of the Third District, first. I will work hard to cut taxes, ensure you have the freedom to choose your own healthcare, and bring jobs to this area through free market principles. I am asking you for your vote on August 5th and promise to work hard every day to ensure that Third District citizens’ voices will be heard in Nashville.”

I am a current student at East Tennessee State University and am on track to graduate in 2011. My degree will be in political science with my Master’s in Public Administration. I have lived in Sullivan County for 20 years now. I am running for office because I believe we need a change, the right kind of change. It is time to stand up as Americans and say no to out-of-control spending, government bailouts, and the vast expansion of the federal government. It is time to get back to the principles that our nation was built on; conservative principles based on small government, low taxes, and responsible spending. I have a vision for this country and with your vote on August 5th, we will be one step closer to achieving that vision.

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Sheila Butt for TN State House District 64

“I’m ready to serve the citizens of the county that has been my home for the last 25 years,” said Butt. “This district needs an effective leader that will help improve our schools and create much-needed jobs. People are hurting and they are seeking true conservative leaders who will limit government and protect their constitutional rights. I believe the best government is less government and if elected, I plan to promote policies that follow that important principle,” she continued. “I’d be honored if District 64 voters would elect me to work with them and for them in achieving these goals.”

Sheila has a great deal of experience in private sector business. She was co-founder and managing editor for S&S Bovine Images, a company that marketed and promoted the Tennessee Cattle industry. She was also co-founder and Managing Editor for Tennessee Cattle Business, the official publication of the Tennessee Cattlemen’s Association that has become the premier magazine for the cattle industry of Tennessee. In addition, Sheila was a managing partner in McInk Printers in Columbia, taking on the responsibility of the company’s daily operations.

“My professional background and community involvement have given me a significant understanding of the value of small business and the need to bring long-term economic growth to District 64. Our area is facing double digit unemployment and Maury County residents want a representative who will promote policies to create jobs and strengthen our local economy. The people of this district want to go back to work and I want to help get them there!”

Sheila has worked diligently to promote conservative principles through involvement in a number of organizations such as the American Family Association, Concerned Women for America, and Tennessee Right to Life. She is also a member of the National Rifle Association as well as the Tennessee Firearms Association and exercises her Second Amendment right by carrying her own Tennessee handgun permit.

In addition to conservative advocacy and extensive business experience, Sheila is also an active member of the Anderson Bend Church of Christ, the Maury Alliance, The Fraternal Order of Police and has served as secretary for the Maury County Horseman’s Association. She’s also an established author of books on parenting as well as books for teenage girls and is often asked to lecture on those topics. She has taught in the Horizons Program at Freed-Hardeman University for nineteen years and was awarded the Kaye Battles Service Award from Freed-Hardeman in 2004. Sheila began her college career majoring in Political Science and graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science Degree in English with a minor in History from East Tennessee State University. She has done graduate work at David Lipscomb University.

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Tim Lee for TN State House District 55

As your representative, I will work to give you choices. I will work to apply common sense principles to fix the problems facing our state, especially those in healthcare, education and the state economy.

The Health care system is draining our economy. We all understand that our current Healthcare system is broke and needs immediate attention, but this is not a federal issue it is a state issue. The 10th amendment of the United States Constitution ensures our state rights. Any Tennessee State Representative that is in favor of what Congress is doing in DC is in violation of their sworn oath to adhere to the US Constitution and the Tennessee Constitution. Congress is not listening to the people but to lobbyist. I work in a local emergency room and see a major problem. When a family comes into the Emergency Room for a prescription for children’s Motrin because TennCare will pay for it, the state is paying three times more than for a doctor’s office visit. We have a problem. When a patient with a cold comes into the Emergency Room and says he doesn’t want to wait at the doctor’s office, it costs the state double or triples what the doctor’s visit would have cost. We have a problem. When our elderly have to be admitted to the hospital because they could not get their medications we have a problem. Some people who can get healthcare don’t because of cost. We have a problem. Other people can’t get any healthcare. We have a problem. The federal and state governments must address our healthcare problems but in different ways. It’s the only way to reduce the cost of HealthCare and improve everyone’s quality of life.

The economy is another issue that concerns me. Over the next 2 years many tough choices will have to be made regarding our state economy. One easy solution is a state income tax but this is not a solution but a larger problem. I will say that under no circumstance will I ever support a state income tax. Many will look at this as a solution to the economic shortfalls that we are experiencing. This will only create a larger burden on the citizens of Tennessee. Tennessee government needs to cut the fat in every department and even then it may not be enough. The fact is this emergency is because the state budget has increased 34 percent in six years. Tennessee’s emergency is due to irresponsible spending and poor judgment from our elected officials. I believe that spending on a promissory note is bad business and we must not continue this irresponsible behavior. I believe in lowering our taxes and cutting excessive spending out of our state government.

I am a firm believer in state and individual rights and our rights are rapidly being stripped away by our elected officials. I believe we need choices in healthcare. I believe we need solid choices in education. No child should be penalized because their parents are financial strapped and are unable to afford private school. We must find answers for failing schools. Here in Davidson County our schools receive less money per pupil than our neighboring counties. In our district we have failing schools which mean we are failing our children. Our future depends on changing this around. I believe we know what is best for us and one thing we can do is vote for someone that believes as you do.

I believe in the U.S. Constitution, including the 10th amendment. The question you need to ask is, Does your current Representative?

These are a few of my beliefs. I encourage you to contact me and learn more about my values on family, alternative healthcare solutions, and bringing in more jobs for you.

You can find Tim’s campaign website here and find his Raising It Right update page here.

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David Oatney for TN GOP State Exec Committee – TN 4th Dist Rep

The Tennessee Republican State Executive Committee (SEC) is the State party’s rulemaking and governing body, and the members of the SEC are elected to four-year terms by State Senate district. One man and one woman are elected for each Senate district for a total of 66 members. Members also function as their party’s State primary election board.

I chose to run for the SEC in order to bring an activist voice to the body, especially from someone involved in new media and conservative blogging/podcasting. I have spent several years now attempting to illustrate to others the importance of involvement in bodies like the Executive Committee, because change can’t come from within the system unless those who want a more conservative GOP and government become involved in the process. I also believe that it is time for me to put my money where my mouth is, and that if I am going to preach activism to others, I must adhere to that gospel myself. Most importantly, I want to serve my community and my local Republican Party-my town and community often find themselves under-represented on county party bodies while producing good candidates for public office for the whole county.

I want to provide a consistent, conservative voice from East Tennessee on the GOP State Executive Committee. I am committed to a spirit of openness about a body that many voters do not even know exists but which has great influence.

SEC members are not reimbursed for travel to Nashville or compensated in any way their service to the Republican Party and the State during their four-year term of office-it is a voluntary position, much like that of constable in many of Tennessee’s rural areas. Running for the office, however, can still be an expense, especially in a geographically large district like the 4th. Candidates for the State Executive Committee appear on the State Republican Primary ballot in August (and are elected at that time), and must qualify just as candidates for the Legislature do. Your donation to my campaign will help defray the cost of travel to Republican Party functions throughout the district, as well as the cost of items such as push cards and leaflets as I visit Lincoln Day dinners, Republican picnics, and other community events where primary voters might be eager to hear about my candidacy and message.

I am committed to bringing the work of the Republican State Executive Committee in Tennessee to the voters its members-one of I hope to be-are elected to serve.

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Duane Dominy for TN State House District 59

Duane Dominy is the Republican candidate for the Tennessee House of Representatives in District 59. Some Tennessee political pundits discount the idea of a serious Republican candidate in this district. Still, Duane is running. Not because his values are Republican values or Democratic values. Duane is running because the ideas and principles he espouses are rooted in the values of Middle Tennessee and of America. In District 59 those ideas are currently sorely under-represented.

Incumbent Democrat Sherry Jones says she spends lots of time with teachers, working people, and those living their lives in the 59th every day. However, Jones’ per diem records shows she spends more time on Capitol Hill than she does talking to everyday voters in her district. Duane currently serves as a Nashville Metro Councilman. This means he not only already serves many residents of the 59th District, he lives and works in the heart of the 59th every single day! Now Duane wants to serve the people of the 59th and all Tennesseans by standing for the value of hard work and conservative principles on Tennessee’s Capitol Hill.

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