Spank That Donkey

Steve Winslow's Conservative Viewpoints has a good post up here explaining that winning magic that RPV needs to get back too, such as:

The moral of this story is simple; don’t mess with a motivated conservative who stands in a united front with those that refuse to lose sight of the greater goal which is to promote principles that unite and empower people by operating government as it is intended.

It really sounds a lot like Jeff Frederick and what he can transform RPV into, and just get away from the empty rhetoric mouthpiece that RPV has always been, at least since I have been involved in politics.  I can't wait to get down to Richmond and vote for that guy.

Talking grassroots is one thing, actually promoting them and giving them the tools necessary to get the job done is another.  RPV to me has just been an empty shell that is just a puppet organization for whomever the Top Dog in Republican politics.  That former top dog was Senator George Allen.  I don't sense in LG Bill Bolling or AG Bob McDonnell, who both have great grassroots networks that either of them would want to take RPV back into a lap dog type status.

I am sure it wouldn't be that way if we can get Jeff Frederick the chairmanship this May 31rst.  He'd be the Democrats worst nightmare, whereas LG John Hagar is a fine gentleman, his idea of Partisanship is to work for the other side in Governor Mark Warner's administration!  How in the world can anyone take seriously his desire as the chair of RPV to really defeat Warner this November?

It's time for a change at the tiller and unfurling of some new sheets so we can gather in those sails all of the Conservatives and Independents in Virginia and get back on course for limiting government and lowering the tax burdens on all Virginians.

Yankee Phil has the scoop here, on a big victory for Conservatives in Waynesboro, VA last night.  Chris Darden the new Republican Chair guided political newcomer Bruce Allen to a win last night with a great grass roots effort.

More on this later.  I think this election has some good insights into the upcoming US Senate race.

One gentleman who I have always respected is Tucker Watkins.  Although I am in the sixth district, it seems that I have run into Tucker more than any other party official at Advances, rallies, BV, fund raisers, etc.  He just seems to always be everywhere.

He is always willing to take the time to explain politics in the term of history, and how the rubber hits the road on General Assembly make up and how legislation came & comes to be.  It's like he's the type that gives you the back ground on issues and politicians, that brings into perspective the grand scheme of things.

For instance, some might remember that alot of Valley Bloggers went to war for Rep. Virgil Goode; who was speaking out against unfettered illegal immigration into the United States, and drawing the correct parellels into how Muslim immigration into Europe has turned that continent into a powder keg.  Well, later on during our Sayre - Hanger primary, Rep. Goode was a serious surprise endorser for Senator Hanger.

Well, as you can imagine we, and I were particularly aghast he would get involved in the race.  Regardless, Tucker on more than three occasions, took the time to explain who Rep. Goode was, and his history in Virginia politics to me personally.  I am no one special, and I could tell that was his style to talk to the little people, just as he talks to the big people in the party.  That's leadership.

You treat everyone with respect, and you hear out their issues, and bring perspective to the micro issues, that make up the macro world of politics... if that makes sense.

Regardless, later on I had a chance to talk with Rep. Goode, one on one, and knowing his background before even going into the discussion, which led off with, "we are real disappointed you got into our race"... it was one of the best conversations I have ever had with an elected official. 

Having babbled all of that, I can not think of a better chair of any committee than Tucker Watkins.  Seriously, I think if Governor McDonnell appointed him ambassador to Maryland, we could actually negotiate a solution to the Chesapeake Bay Pollution issue.  He just strikes me as that good.  Willing to listen, and then rationalize the conversation to the point that reality finally settles upon you like a warm, sunny, spring day after a cold winter.

We've had some problems over here in the sixth as of late, and I bet if Tucker were our chair; we might never have had the problems in the first place.  I think Tucker is that good.  Plus, Alton and Kilo say he's the man, and brothers, you're right!

 Well, now.  Seems that Yankee Philip, SWAC GIRL, and others, sorry if I skipped you, will get the link later, are reporting the fact that our Senator Hanger holds an excellent tax payers group in very low regard.

Let it be known, if Senator Hanger doesn't like AFP, he should put the reasons for it down in writing, as we bloggers do.  Along the same lines, he should have to defend his vote for SB 708 in 2006 in writing also.

That is what the blogosphere is about.  Posting the facts, giving your opinion, and backing up your arguments with solid rationale.  The AFP is not a 'splinter' group, and while tax payers state and nationwide are dealing with inflation in energy and food costs, attacking groups who would like to see good government practices is hardly productive.

We fell in behind you Senator Hanger after the primary; we have issues, and we hope you will be listening.

Helping to support Bruce Allen in his bid for City Council in Waynesboro, both Paul Harris and Scott Sayre will be talking to the voters tomorrow night.  This should be a great event to meet all three gentleman and hear them speak on responsible government in regards to taxation and spending.

Great buzz is going around now about former Delegate Paul Harris running for Attorney General in Virginia.  He would be an awesome addition to the already locked up Bob McDonnell, Bill Bolling ticket!

See graphic for details of the event and hope to see you there.