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Reaching out … Republican opinions on MPR

Bruce Morlan — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 18:32:54 +0000

Recently Republicans have been working to get our message out to a larger audience. Anticipating the future cross-cultural dialogs, and in an effort to build bridges, we have put some guest commentaries out on MPR that present various thoughts from activists within the party. These idea pieces are good reading for anyone interested in the future of our party.

Oberstar’s defeat may be a sign of a new economic awareness.

In this commentary, Bruce Morlan argues that Oberstar’s defeat is a small victory for the fiscal conservatives as they repudiated a Representative known for bringing home Federal money (bribing the voters with their own money). He concludes the people are ready for real changes, what Gov. Pawlenty calls “quantum” changes.

What the GOP needs to accomplish goes far beyond earmarks.

In this commentary, Bruce Morlan argues that the real evil in earmarks is how they are leveraged to buy support (in the Congress) for bigger problems like entitlements. He cautions against a belief that earmarks themselves are the problem. He suggests that doing away with earmarks, while vital, will not cure the bigger problem.

We Republicans shouldn’t punish members for following their conscience

In this commentary, Bill Paulsen argues that the party central powers have, in the name of party purity, shrunk the Republican tent in defiance of the “big-tent” grassroots movements within the party. He points out that even though he disagrees with some of the positions held by some of the now shunned members of the party, he would rather dialog with them within the party than see them cast out and made available to other parties as supporters.

The authors:

Bruce W. Morlan, Northfield, works as a mathematician conducting research into medical practice and policy. He is an elected Township Supervisor, member of two planning commissions, and a volunteer mediator for Rice County Dispute Resolution Program. He conducts periodic political salons at a local pub and is a source in MPR’s Public Insight Network. He is a delegate to the Minnesota Republican Party State Central Committee, representing Rice and southern Scott Counties.

Bill Paulsen, Lonsdale, is an engineer in the electronics industry. In 2008 he was the Rice County coordinator for the Ron Paul for President campaign and in 2010 sought the Republican endorsement for Minnesota Senate District 25. He is a delegate to the Minnesota Republican Party State Central Committee, representing Rice and southern Scott Counties. He is a source in MPR’s Public Insight Network.

Talking Politics with Tom Emmer – 21 July 2010

Bruce Morlan — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 04:12:40 +0000

Join Republican candidates for a fabulous dinner and learn about their vision for Minnesota

WHEN: Wednesday, July 21st 5-8PM
WHERE: Park Ballroom, New Prague

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm - Social Hour – Meet all the area legislative candidates
6:00 pm – 6:30 pm – Tom Emmer will address an Agricultural Forum with area farmers. All are invited to listen!
6:15 pm – 7:00 pm – Dinner for all guests – a fabulous Park Ballroom dinner
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm - Tom Emmer will address guests and answer questions as time permits

Our Candidates:

Tom Emmer, Governor
Al DeKruif, State Senate 25
Glenn Gruenhagen, State House 25A
Kelby Woodard, State House 25B

Tickets: $40 per person. Includes dinner and supports our Republican candidates.

Reservations can be made by mailing checks to: Rice County Republicans, PO Box 22, Dundas, MN 55019

Directions to Park Ballroom (Google maps): 300 Lexington Ave S. New Prague (952)-758-4603. One block south of Main Street/CR 19 on Lexington Ave. S.

Questions or further information:

Rod Tietz, rodtietz@gmail.com
Doug Jones, doug1mary@gmail.com 507-663-6191

Event Sponsors:

Rice County BPOU – Kathy Dodds, Chair
LeSeuer County BPOU – Janet Morris, Chair

Prepared and paid for by Rice-Scott Co BPOU and
not authorized by any candidate or candidate’s committee.
PO Box 22, Dundas, MN 55019

4 Days Left Until Election Day In SD26!

Bruce Morlan — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 12:42:40 +0000

GOTV: 4 Days Left Until Election Day In SD26!

Volunteer this weekend for our “Get Out The Vote” efforts in Senate District 26. Send your name and contact information to Joe Schomacker at jrs@mngop.com or call 651-222-0022.

Voter Information

Polls are open from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Click Here To Find Your Polling Place In Waseca, Steele & Rice Counties

Make sure you bring your friends and neighbors to the polls on January 26!

Governor Tim Pawlenty Backs Mike Parry

Governor Tim Pawlenty held a small business round table with Mike Parry in Owatonna on Wednesday night.

Click Here To Read About The Event

Congressman John Kline Endorses Mike Parry

“Minnesotans have grown weary of job-killing tax increase after job-killing tax increase. Mike Parry is someone we can count on to reverse the explosive growth of government, get our economy back on track, and put Minnesotans back to work.”

Congresswoman Michele Bachmann Endorses Mike Parry

“I’m proud to endorse Mike Parry for the special election in Senate District 26. Mike is a strong fiscal conservative who will be a powerful voice for lower taxes, limited government and economic opportunity in St. Paul. As a small business owner, Mike understands the need to set priorities and hold government accountable for results. The people of Waseca, Steele and Rice counties will be well served by this steadfast champion of conservative values who will stand up to the big spending, big taxing liberals in the legislature.”

Click Here To Learn More About Mike Parry

Mike Parry is the Republican candidate for District 26 State Senator

Bruce Morlan — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 14:25:27 +0000

Mike Parry is the Republican candidate for District 26 State Senator.

At the Mike Parry campaign website we see:

The citizen’s of District 26 need someone who understands how to make the tough decisions to balance a budget and close a check book when there are no extra funds available. Our businesses are the life blood of this State and Nation. We need to do what it takes to keep them prosperous and employing our citizens at a good wage. It’s hard to do that when you’re the third highest-taxed state in business and corporate taxes! That’s one of the reasons you’re seeing Minnesota businesses moving to other cities and overseas. This needs to be stopped! We need to get back the companies and jobs we’ve lost over the last 10 years and keep the companies and jobs we currently have. We need a favorable business climate in this State!

Two things go hand in hand, Jobs and Education. Without jobs, there won’t be great education and without education, there are no places for Minnesotans to have good paying jobs. That’s why education will be another strong focus for Mike Parry when elected.

We no longer have a choice but to live within our means and Government should be no different. You can’t spend more than you take in, period! Our government needs to understand that before it starts a new program, or decides on a mandate, it needs to know if it can be funded and sustainable. You just can’t shove it down the citizen’s throat!

It’s time for a ‘Get ‘em back’ campaign. Let’s get manufacturing back to our State. Let’s get jobs back to our State. Let’s ‘Get ‘em (the legislature) back’ to a balanced common sense budget. Time to put an end to an “open check book mentality.”

Being raised on a farm, Mike learned a strong work ethic and knows what it takes to get a job done right….the first time. Trust, Experience, Dedication, Responsibility and Accountability is what we all want in St Paul.

To schedule an appointment through his Campaign Manager, call Michelle Pederson at 507-382-8448or email michellepederson@hotmail.com

MIKE PARRY FOR STATE SENATE COMMITTEE
MATT JOHANSEN, TREASURER
804 9TH AVENUE SE
WASECA, MN 56093

Bill Paulsen announces pursuit of endorsement

Bruce Morlan — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 13:05:28 +0000

Press Release from the Bill Paulsen for Senate Campaign

On Wednesday, July 22, Bill Paulsen formally announced he is seeking the endorsement of the Republican Party for Minnesota State Senate District 25, encompassing northern Rice County, southern Scott County, Le Sueur County and eastern Sibley County.

Mr. Paulsen believes that it is the people of Minnesota who drive economic prosperity. He understands that the people of Senate District 25 work hard to start new businesses that create jobs and put in long hours to achieve a bright future for themselves and their children. “To help the people of Minnesota achieve their goals, much work needs to be done in the Legislature. Minnesota faces a $6-$7 billion structural budget deficit for the next biennium, a weak job market, and dwindling tax revenues. I will work to advance responsible leadership for Minnesota’s future, rather than reckless spending and special interest politics,” said Mr. Paulsen.

Mr. Paulsen has been a resident of Minnesota for eight years, working as an engineer in the electronics industry. He currently resides in Lonsdale, in Rice County. He earned a Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Minnesota in 2006. From his experience in the technology world he understands that education is critical for our young citizens.

Mr. Paulsen recognizes that Minnesota must position itself and its citizens to compete in a global economy. This includes ensuring that parents can provide a quality education to their children. “Our children need the skills to compete in the competitive marketplace. I will support parents in choosing the education that best fits their kids. This includes upholding the constitutional mandate requiring that the Legislature in Minnesota provide for public schools while protecting alternative forms of education including charter and homeschooling.”

Budget reform is also a priority for Paulsen who noted that the Legislature adjourned without balancing the budget and even passed spending bills that exceeded expected revenue. “The state of Minnesota must live within its means just like every family in Senate District 25 must do,” said Paulsen.

Paulsen continued, “I look forward in the coming months to meeting and listening to the people of Senate District 25. The people are what make our communities great places to live in and I wish to represent them to help them realize their dreams.”

To learn more about Bill Paulsen and his campaign for the Minnesota Senate, including finding out about upcoming events where you can meet him, visit www.billpaulsenforsenate.org. His campaign can also be found on Facebook under the Bill Paulsen for Minnesota Senate group.

For more information about this press release, please contact the Bill Paulsen for Senate Campaign at (507) 412-8400 or by email at bill.paulsen.for.senate@gmail.com.