Dear Fellow Democrats:
I can't describe how happy I am that the Democrats of America elected Barack Obama as the next President. Everyone I have talked to is excited about the new direction the country will be taking. It has been a long eight years of abuse by the Republicans. For the most part, the Democrats ran a clean, goal oriented race and the fact they we triumphed is fabulous.
I wish the same could be said of the Texas House District race run by Donnie Dippel and Tim Kleinschmitz. Mr. Kleinschmitz won his race through slander, liable, and the dirtiest smear tactics I have seen. It is my hope that Mr. Dippel will pursue legal recourse for the illegal part that was committed.
The race for Bastrop County District Judge was also messy. I am so elated that Chris Duggan, who ran a clean and honorable race, was able to prevail. His opponent also committed acts that border on illegal. Fortunately, the voters saw through it!
Now it is time for the healing process to begin and the Democratic process to win out and take hold. I believe it will be easier in two years to win races honorably. I believe the Republicans have finally realized that no group can fool all the people forever. Good for all of us!!!
Linda L.
Showing posts with label Chris Duggan. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Chris Duggan. Show all posts
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Debate Number 3
The third and final debate is now over and Senator Obama did a fabulous job! He was cool, calm, and collected. He didn't stutter. He didn't waver.
McCain, on the other hand, was as slippery as ever. I had a few comments about his statements.
One, he and his running mate keep referring to her experience with special needs children. He said she was very aware of the difficulties experienced by parents with autistic children. Her child is not autistic. He has Downs Syndrome. Over the years there have been huge improvement in the treatment of Downs Syndrome children and their quality of life is very good. Autism is a very big problem but it is not within Sarah Palin's area of experience.
Two, I was offended that he could not remember Michelle Obama's name. He referred over and over to his wife Cindy. However, when he tried to recall Michelle's name, he could not and reverted to Mrs. Obama. My impression was that she, as a woman, was not sufficiently important to remember.
Third, I thought Senator McCain stuttered, stammered, and frequently searched for words. When stumped, he reverted to the old tactic of saying the same thing over and over. The Republican state of mind seems to be that "if you say a lie over and over enough times, it becomes the truth."
Fourth, the interview with the undecided voters after the debate was very informative. I was surprised to see that all the six members stated that they doubted Senator McCain's judgment since he choose Sarah Palin as his Vice-Presidential running mate. That said volumes to me.
Linda Laughinghouse
McCain, on the other hand, was as slippery as ever. I had a few comments about his statements.
One, he and his running mate keep referring to her experience with special needs children. He said she was very aware of the difficulties experienced by parents with autistic children. Her child is not autistic. He has Downs Syndrome. Over the years there have been huge improvement in the treatment of Downs Syndrome children and their quality of life is very good. Autism is a very big problem but it is not within Sarah Palin's area of experience.
Two, I was offended that he could not remember Michelle Obama's name. He referred over and over to his wife Cindy. However, when he tried to recall Michelle's name, he could not and reverted to Mrs. Obama. My impression was that she, as a woman, was not sufficiently important to remember.
Third, I thought Senator McCain stuttered, stammered, and frequently searched for words. When stumped, he reverted to the old tactic of saying the same thing over and over. The Republican state of mind seems to be that "if you say a lie over and over enough times, it becomes the truth."
Fourth, the interview with the undecided voters after the debate was very informative. I was surprised to see that all the six members stated that they doubted Senator McCain's judgment since he choose Sarah Palin as his Vice-Presidential running mate. That said volumes to me.
Linda Laughinghouse
Thursday, September 4, 2008
North to Alaska
Let's work really hard to send her back!
What an impudent woman! If you ever had doubts about McCain and his decision making ability, there is no longer a doubt. Can you imagine having Ms. Palin in the White House making decisions? I can't.
Linda
What an impudent woman! If you ever had doubts about McCain and his decision making ability, there is no longer a doubt. Can you imagine having Ms. Palin in the White House making decisions? I can't.
Linda
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Denver Convention II
Just got a note from Dock Jackson. He and Clara were interviewed by Fox news and should be on TV tonight (Wed) at 5PM. Check it out!
Linda
Linda
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Uniting the Voters
Well, the dust has settled from the Texas Democratic Convention in Austin earlier this month. I am delighted to report that three of the 65 National Delegates are from Bastrop County. We have really worked hard over the last three years and it has paid off.
As early as 2006, I have been a Clinton supporter. Actually, I have supported Bill Clinton for much longer but in 2006 I voiced the hope that Hillary Clinton could become our next President. Sadly, that was not to be. She fought the good fight but in the end, she conceded to Barach Obama. I have heard some say that they will either not vote or vote for John McCain because they wanted Hillary to be the Nominee.
HOW COULD ANY DEMOCRAT SAY THEY WOULD VOTE FOR MCCAIN OR NOT VOTE???
This concept is beyond my comprehension. Our county Party has a slogan. "Remember Peace and Prosperity?" This slogan says it all to me.
I am also disappointed that Hilliary did not prevail. But, I am more sick of the rising cost of living, loss of retirement fund value, cost of war, and loss of National esteem abroad. I support getting the Republicans out of town and beginning the healing. We can't do that if we don't stand together.
The Republicans are masters of coaxing us to shoot ourselves in the feet. We need to get together and help our candidates. We need to help Obama, Noriega, Doggett, Doherty, Dipple, Jones, Duggan, Smith, Jackson, Henderson, and Klaus. I never voted a straight ticket before 2006. Even then, I didn't particularly like one of the candidates. However, I did it and I am glad.
Let's all make a commitment to bring at least five new voters to the polls with us.
Linda Laughinghouse
As early as 2006, I have been a Clinton supporter. Actually, I have supported Bill Clinton for much longer but in 2006 I voiced the hope that Hillary Clinton could become our next President. Sadly, that was not to be. She fought the good fight but in the end, she conceded to Barach Obama. I have heard some say that they will either not vote or vote for John McCain because they wanted Hillary to be the Nominee.
HOW COULD ANY DEMOCRAT SAY THEY WOULD VOTE FOR MCCAIN OR NOT VOTE???
This concept is beyond my comprehension. Our county Party has a slogan. "Remember Peace and Prosperity?" This slogan says it all to me.
I am also disappointed that Hilliary did not prevail. But, I am more sick of the rising cost of living, loss of retirement fund value, cost of war, and loss of National esteem abroad. I support getting the Republicans out of town and beginning the healing. We can't do that if we don't stand together.
The Republicans are masters of coaxing us to shoot ourselves in the feet. We need to get together and help our candidates. We need to help Obama, Noriega, Doggett, Doherty, Dipple, Jones, Duggan, Smith, Jackson, Henderson, and Klaus. I never voted a straight ticket before 2006. Even then, I didn't particularly like one of the candidates. However, I did it and I am glad.
Let's all make a commitment to bring at least five new voters to the polls with us.
Linda Laughinghouse
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Response to Bastrop Builder
Welcome to the Blog! I checked out your site and it is great. Good to know there is a place to find good contractors in the area.
BTW, in your listing of candidates you have Wayne Smith under JP1. He is actually the third Sheriff candidate. JP1 is not up for election this year.
Keep up the good work.
Linda
BTW, in your listing of candidates you have Wayne Smith under JP1. He is actually the third Sheriff candidate. JP1 is not up for election this year.
Keep up the good work.
Linda
Sunday, January 20, 2008
Red Rock Rocks!
Nine candidates introduced themselves to more than 40 Precinct 3 residents at the rally on January 19th at the Red Rock Community Center. Candidates speaking included Woodie Jones (Chief Justice Texas Third Court of Appeals), Donnie Dipple and Latreese Cooke (Texas State Representative District 17), Ernie Bogart and Chris Duggan (423rd District Court Judge), Tommy Oates, Wayne Smith and Glen “Skip” Wobus (Bastrop County Sheriff), John Klaus (Precinct 3 Commissioner), and Matt Henderson (Precinct 3 Constable). Nora Cano, Bastrop County Elections Administrator and her assistant brought the ballot marking machine and was available to answer questions about the voting process. Thanks to all the voters who brought food and desserts. Our next candidate forum will be held on Saturday, January 26th from 11AM to 1PM at the Aqua Water Community Room in Bastrop.
Saturday, January 12, 2008
Candidate Forum in Bastrop
January 9th at the Aqua Water Community Room. Speakers were:
U.S. Senate – Rick Noriega; U.S. House 10th Congressional District - Larry Joe Doherty and Dan Grant; Texas Rail Road Commissioner – Dale Henry; Texas Supreme Court, Place 8 – Judge Susan Criss; Chief Justice, 3rd Court of Appeals – Woodie Jones; 423rd District Judge – Ernie Bogart and Chris Duggan; State Representative District 17 – Latreese Cooke and Donnie Dippel;
Tax Assessor / Collector - Lynda Gayle Harmon; Bastrop County Sheriff – Tommy Oates, Wayne Smith and Glen Wobus; County Commissioner, Precinct 1 - Bill Peterson and Dock Jackson; County Commissioner, Precinct 3 – Martin Brown and John Klaus; County Constable, Precinct 2 - Gus Meduna; County Constables, Precinct 3 – Matt Henderson and John McRee.
Democratic County Chair, Mitzi VanSant predicts a record turnout in the March 4th Primary and ultimate victory for all Democratic candidates in November.
U.S. Senate – Rick Noriega; U.S. House 10th Congressional District - Larry Joe Doherty and Dan Grant; Texas Rail Road Commissioner – Dale Henry; Texas Supreme Court, Place 8 – Judge Susan Criss; Chief Justice, 3rd Court of Appeals – Woodie Jones; 423rd District Judge – Ernie Bogart and Chris Duggan; State Representative District 17 – Latreese Cooke and Donnie Dippel;
Tax Assessor / Collector - Lynda Gayle Harmon; Bastrop County Sheriff – Tommy Oates, Wayne Smith and Glen Wobus; County Commissioner, Precinct 1 - Bill Peterson and Dock Jackson; County Commissioner, Precinct 3 – Martin Brown and John Klaus; County Constable, Precinct 2 - Gus Meduna; County Constables, Precinct 3 – Matt Henderson and John McRee.
Democratic County Chair, Mitzi VanSant predicts a record turnout in the March 4th Primary and ultimate victory for all Democratic candidates in November.
Friday, November 2, 2007
Good meeting in Smithville
The Bastrop County Democratic Club held it's monthly meeting in Smithville last night. We had 20 people show up with good questions for Brian Pendleton. Brian went over the Proposed Constitutional Amendments to be voted on on November 6th. Ernie Bogart and Chris Duggan provided some legal interpretation of several of the bills and there was lively discussion about most. Thanks to Mitzi for opening up her home for the meeting.
Plans are proceeding for keeping the Democratic office open all of December. We will post hours of 2 - 4 PM at 1108 E. College in Bastrop. The phone there is 512-581-0499.
Don't forget our gathering in Stoney Point on Sunday from 10AM to 3PM. All Democrats are invited but the gathering will feature Commissioner's Precinct 3 voters.
Dennis Teal and his wife will be in Bastrop from 12:30 to 5 on Saturday, November 10th at the Aqua Water meeting room. Dr. Teal will train Precinct Chairs on grassroot organizing and how to conduct precinct conventions. He is a very dynamic speaker and can give us invaluable help. Plan to attend.
lkl
Plans are proceeding for keeping the Democratic office open all of December. We will post hours of 2 - 4 PM at 1108 E. College in Bastrop. The phone there is 512-581-0499.
Don't forget our gathering in Stoney Point on Sunday from 10AM to 3PM. All Democrats are invited but the gathering will feature Commissioner's Precinct 3 voters.
Dennis Teal and his wife will be in Bastrop from 12:30 to 5 on Saturday, November 10th at the Aqua Water meeting room. Dr. Teal will train Precinct Chairs on grassroot organizing and how to conduct precinct conventions. He is a very dynamic speaker and can give us invaluable help. Plan to attend.
lkl
Thursday, October 18, 2007
New Website Unveiled
The Bastrop County Democratic Party is pleased to announce their new website and invite you to visit. Lana Tangum has been working hard to design and publish the site. Please visit www.BastropCountyDemocraticParty.com
The Club and Party are hosting a booth at the Elgin Hogeye Festival on Saturday, October 27th from 10AM to 6PM. We will be in the children's game section. We will be encouraging the kids to vote for their favorite beanie baby pig. The children will drop a sea shell in the "ballot box" of their favorite pig. They will receive an "I voted" sticker and told to check the local newspaper for the results of the election. We are going to be teaching the kids how to vote. We will also have on-site voter registration and hand out a list of the proposed constitutional amendments to be voted on in November. We are not allowed to hand out any political information or candidate literature. We are allowed to put up our Democratic County Club sign so we feel it will be good publicity.
The November 1st club meeting will be in Smithville at the First National Bank building. Brian Pendleton, our representative with the State Democratic Party, will be talking about the Constitutional Amendments. Please join us at 7PM.
The Club and Party are hosting a booth at the Elgin Hogeye Festival on Saturday, October 27th from 10AM to 6PM. We will be in the children's game section. We will be encouraging the kids to vote for their favorite beanie baby pig. The children will drop a sea shell in the "ballot box" of their favorite pig. They will receive an "I voted" sticker and told to check the local newspaper for the results of the election. We are going to be teaching the kids how to vote. We will also have on-site voter registration and hand out a list of the proposed constitutional amendments to be voted on in November. We are not allowed to hand out any political information or candidate literature. We are allowed to put up our Democratic County Club sign so we feel it will be good publicity.
The November 1st club meeting will be in Smithville at the First National Bank building. Brian Pendleton, our representative with the State Democratic Party, will be talking about the Constitutional Amendments. Please join us at 7PM.
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Constitutional Amendments
The Club President, Clara Maynard recently mentioned that we have several amendments to vote on in November and there has been little done to educate the voting public. I went to http://www.tlc.state.tx.us/pubsconamend/analyses07/analyses07.pdf and started the search. I will summarize and report back on my progress.
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