When someone comes to Three Corners Politics using a search engine we can see what that person was searching for when they were brought here. Obviously different variations of Three Corners Politics blog (so I am not listing them) were the most common search but I thought it would be interesting to list the top searches for May. These rankings are for May 1-21.
I combined similar searches (for example: phil liberatore, phil liberatore for congress, philip liberatore, liberatore for congress, philip liberatore for congress).
1. David Su
2. Phil Liberatore
3. Lee McGroarty
4. Phil Liberatore Tax Fraud (includes Tax Fraud Phil Liberatore)
5. Lee McGroarty FEC investigation
6. Phil Liberatore Calvary Chapel (includes Phil Liberatore Chuck Smith)
7. Robert Davi (has endorsed Phil Liberatore)
8. Lee McGroarty Erik Brown
9. Gary Miller
10. Rick Amato (has endorsed Phil Liberatore)
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Friday, May 21, 2010
SGV Tribune Covers Phil Liberatore Endorsement Mailer; So does Red County
Earlier we posted that Jane Barnett, Chair of the Los Angeles County Republican Party, had sent 42nd Congressional candidate Phil Liberatore a letter asking that he stop claiming he has been endorsed by the Chairman of the Los Angeles County Republican Party.
Now the San Gabriel Tribune has published a story on it.
CHAIRMAN WHO?: The Los Angeles County Republican Party has not taken too kindly to a mailing sent out by GOP congressional candidate Phil Liberatore. Or has it?
Liberatore, who is hoping to oust fellow Republican Gary Miller from his congressional seat, sent out a campaign mailing that boasts the support of Robert Vaughn, who Liberatore cites on the mailing as chairman of the Los Angeles County Republican Party.
But Jane Barnett, who also boasts the title of Los Angeles County Republican Party Chairwoman, sent a letter to Liberatore on Friday telling him that Vaughn "is not and has never been chairman" of the party and "the Los Angeles County Republican Party does not endorse Phil Liberatore for Congress."
Turns out, there is a lawsuit between Barnett and Vaughn over who is the rightful chairman.
Allen Wilson at Red County, who is a Member of the LA County Republican Central Committee, also has a story about it. His point is that Chairman of Central Committee's are barred from endorsements. So Vaughn, if he was Chairman, would be barred from endorsing Liberatore.
Now the San Gabriel Tribune has published a story on it.
CHAIRMAN WHO?: The Los Angeles County Republican Party has not taken too kindly to a mailing sent out by GOP congressional candidate Phil Liberatore. Or has it?
Liberatore, who is hoping to oust fellow Republican Gary Miller from his congressional seat, sent out a campaign mailing that boasts the support of Robert Vaughn, who Liberatore cites on the mailing as chairman of the Los Angeles County Republican Party.
But Jane Barnett, who also boasts the title of Los Angeles County Republican Party Chairwoman, sent a letter to Liberatore on Friday telling him that Vaughn "is not and has never been chairman" of the party and "the Los Angeles County Republican Party does not endorse Phil Liberatore for Congress."
Turns out, there is a lawsuit between Barnett and Vaughn over who is the rightful chairman.
Allen Wilson at Red County, who is a Member of the LA County Republican Central Committee, also has a story about it. His point is that Chairman of Central Committee's are barred from endorsements. So Vaughn, if he was Chairman, would be barred from endorsing Liberatore.
More on Robert Vaughn
Earlier we posted that Jane Barnett, Chair of the Los Angeles County Republican Party, had sent 42nd Congressional candidate Phil Liberatore a letter asking that he stop claiming he has been endorsed by the Chairman of the Los Angeles County Republican Party.
According to the letter Liberatore had been sending out "mailings to voters attempting to intentionally mislead them that you are endorsed by the Chairman of the Los Angeles County Republican Party."
The letter went on to say ,"Robert Vaughn IS NOT AND HAS NEVER BEEN Chairman of the Los Angeles County Republican Party."
I have since found out that Robert Vaughn is running for Congress in the 38th district against Rep. Grace Napolitano. His site says that he is a former Navy Admiral.
His website says, "A native Californian, Robert Vaughn was born in 1959 at the U.S. Naval Hospital in San Diego. Raised and educated in Los Angeles County, the former Navy Admiral proudly served from 1979 through 1983, under his Commander-in-Chief Ronald Reagan. Vaughn held high level top-secret clearance, was involved with squadron operations, and was responsible for tracking Russian nuclear submarines operating in the Pacific Ocean, with great attention to the entire west coast of the United States."
He is currently a counselor. He presently holds an AA degree and holds a certificate in addictions counseling.
Vaughn never claims to be Chairman but says, "In December 2008, he was elected Second Vice Chairman to its executive board. Shortly thereafter in 2009, Vaughn ascended to the position of Chairman following the resignations of the previous Chairman and First Vice Chairman. Today he humbly assumes all responsibilities of chairmanship as he serves all Republican voters and their families in fostering the values and principles of their party."
According to the letter Liberatore had been sending out "mailings to voters attempting to intentionally mislead them that you are endorsed by the Chairman of the Los Angeles County Republican Party."
The letter went on to say ,"Robert Vaughn IS NOT AND HAS NEVER BEEN Chairman of the Los Angeles County Republican Party."
I have since found out that Robert Vaughn is running for Congress in the 38th district against Rep. Grace Napolitano. His site says that he is a former Navy Admiral.
His website says, "A native Californian, Robert Vaughn was born in 1959 at the U.S. Naval Hospital in San Diego. Raised and educated in Los Angeles County, the former Navy Admiral proudly served from 1979 through 1983, under his Commander-in-Chief Ronald Reagan. Vaughn held high level top-secret clearance, was involved with squadron operations, and was responsible for tracking Russian nuclear submarines operating in the Pacific Ocean, with great attention to the entire west coast of the United States."
He is currently a counselor. He presently holds an AA degree and holds a certificate in addictions counseling.
Vaughn never claims to be Chairman but says, "In December 2008, he was elected Second Vice Chairman to its executive board. Shortly thereafter in 2009, Vaughn ascended to the position of Chairman following the resignations of the previous Chairman and First Vice Chairman. Today he humbly assumes all responsibilities of chairmanship as he serves all Republican voters and their families in fostering the values and principles of their party."
Is Phil Liberatore misleading voters again?
Earlier this week Rep. Gary Miller put a letter on his web site from Calvary Chapel founder Chuck Smith stating, "It has come to my attention that recently it has been stated that I have endorsed a candidate for the upcoming GOP nomination for the 42nd Congressional District. This is not the case, while I have expressed my admiration for Christians who desire to enter into Public Service, it is not my intent to endorse any particular candidate.”
The candidate he was referring to is Phil Liberatore. We asked our readers if Liberatore was being misleading voters when he put out a press release touting, "Congressional Candidate Phil Liberatore Praised by Calvary Chapel Founder Pastor Chuck Smith." Currently 85% do.
Now Rep. Gary Miller's campaign site has a letter from Jane Barnett, the Chair of the Los Angeles County Republican party to Phil Liberatore. It states (Copied Caps just as in letter),
To continue reading click Read More below.
The candidate he was referring to is Phil Liberatore. We asked our readers if Liberatore was being misleading voters when he put out a press release touting, "Congressional Candidate Phil Liberatore Praised by Calvary Chapel Founder Pastor Chuck Smith." Currently 85% do.
Now Rep. Gary Miller's campaign site has a letter from Jane Barnett, the Chair of the Los Angeles County Republican party to Phil Liberatore. It states (Copied Caps just as in letter),
To continue reading click Read More below.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
New Phil Liberatore TV Ad
42nd Congressional candidate Phil Liberatore has put up a new tv ad.
Liberatore is challenging Rep. Gary Miller, Lee McGroarty and David Su for the Republican nomination in the 42nd Congressional district.
Liberatore is challenging Rep. Gary Miller, Lee McGroarty and David Su for the Republican nomination in the 42nd Congressional district.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
FEC Reporting Period Closes Today
Today is the end of the Federal Election Commission "Pre-Primary" filing period. That means we will soon know how much the Republican candidates in the 42nd Congressional district have been raising and spending since April 1.
The forms are due by next Thursday (May 27). Starting tomorrow anytime a candidate receives a contribution or loan it must be reported within 48 hours.
The Pre-Primary filings will show us who has the necessary money to spend in the final stretch leading up to the June 8 primary.
The forms are due by next Thursday (May 27). Starting tomorrow anytime a candidate receives a contribution or loan it must be reported within 48 hours.
The Pre-Primary filings will show us who has the necessary money to spend in the final stretch leading up to the June 8 primary.
Vote in our 42nd Poll
Vote for which Challenger in the 42nd has the best chance to beat Rep. Gary Miller.
As of 6:30am David Su is leading with 51%. Lee McGroarty is second with 26%. Phil Liberatore is currently in third with 21%.
As of 6:30am David Su is leading with 51%. Lee McGroarty is second with 26%. Phil Liberatore is currently in third with 21%.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Calvary Chapel Founder Chuck Smith Says He Did Not Endorse Phil Liberatore
The Campaign of Rep. Gary Miller has posted a letter from Calvary Chapel Founder Chuck Smith on their web site.
The letter states,
"It has come to my attention that recently it has been stated that I have endorsed a candidate for the upcoming GOP nomination for the 42nd Congressional district. This is not the case, while I have expressed my admiration for Christians who desire to enter into Public Service, it is not my intent to endorse any particular candidate."
Yesterday we posted a story asking if Liberatore was being misleading about his support from Chuck Smith when he put out a press release titled, "Congressional Candidate Phil Liberatore Praised by Calvary Chapel Founder Pastor Chuck Smith."
Miller's site, under the title,"CAUGHT: Liberatore Not Really Endorsed by Religious Leader," said,
"Phil Liberatore, the guy running against Congressman Miller, has been implying in his campaign literature and sparsely attended events that the founding pastor of Calvary Chapel has endorsed his campaign. This is not true.
Several of Gary’s supporters have contacted Pastor Chuck Smith for clarification. Today, Pastor Smith released the following statement:
“It has come to my attention that recently it has been stated that I have endorsed a candidate for the upcoming GOP nomination for the 42nd Congressional District. This is not the case, while I have expressed my admiration for Christians who desire to enter into Public Service, it is not my intent to endorse any particular candidate.”
Congressman Miller is a longtime member of Calvary Chapel Golden Springs and has the support of all the major pro-life and pro-family organizations."
The Liberatore press release never used the word "endorse," but the comment from Miller states Liberatore, "has been implying in his campaign literature and sparsely attended events that the founding pastor of Calvary Chapel has endorsed his campaign." So there is obviously more to the story than just the press release.
Plus, with Chuck Smith putting out a letter this story will get more attention.
The letter states,
"It has come to my attention that recently it has been stated that I have endorsed a candidate for the upcoming GOP nomination for the 42nd Congressional district. This is not the case, while I have expressed my admiration for Christians who desire to enter into Public Service, it is not my intent to endorse any particular candidate."
Yesterday we posted a story asking if Liberatore was being misleading about his support from Chuck Smith when he put out a press release titled, "Congressional Candidate Phil Liberatore Praised by Calvary Chapel Founder Pastor Chuck Smith."
Miller's site, under the title,"CAUGHT: Liberatore Not Really Endorsed by Religious Leader," said,
"Phil Liberatore, the guy running against Congressman Miller, has been implying in his campaign literature and sparsely attended events that the founding pastor of Calvary Chapel has endorsed his campaign. This is not true.
Several of Gary’s supporters have contacted Pastor Chuck Smith for clarification. Today, Pastor Smith released the following statement:
“It has come to my attention that recently it has been stated that I have endorsed a candidate for the upcoming GOP nomination for the 42nd Congressional District. This is not the case, while I have expressed my admiration for Christians who desire to enter into Public Service, it is not my intent to endorse any particular candidate.”
Congressman Miller is a longtime member of Calvary Chapel Golden Springs and has the support of all the major pro-life and pro-family organizations."
The Liberatore press release never used the word "endorse," but the comment from Miller states Liberatore, "has been implying in his campaign literature and sparsely attended events that the founding pastor of Calvary Chapel has endorsed his campaign." So there is obviously more to the story than just the press release.
Plus, with Chuck Smith putting out a letter this story will get more attention.
Phil Liberatore Releases Two New Online Videos
The Phil Liberatore Campaign has released two new videos.
One, called Choices, has several people talking about why they don't like Rep. Gary Miller.
The other has Mike "Bogey" Boguslawski trying to get some information from the Office of Rep. Gary Miller regarding the "Don't elect Tax Fruad Phil Liberatore" signs. The staffer on the video keeps repeating that it is a federal office so he can't answer campaign questions.
Liberatore is challenging Rep. Gary Miller, David Su and Lee McGroarty for the Republican nomination in the 42nd Congressional district.
One, called Choices, has several people talking about why they don't like Rep. Gary Miller.
The other has Mike "Bogey" Boguslawski trying to get some information from the Office of Rep. Gary Miller regarding the "Don't elect Tax Fruad Phil Liberatore" signs. The staffer on the video keeps repeating that it is a federal office so he can't answer campaign questions.
Liberatore is challenging Rep. Gary Miller, David Su and Lee McGroarty for the Republican nomination in the 42nd Congressional district.
From the David Su Campaign: Meet the Real Young Gun of the GOP
42nd Congressional candidate David Su sent us the following release. Su is challenging Rep. Gary Miller, Phil Liberatore and Lee McGroarty for the Republican nomination in the 42nd Congressional district.
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Meet the Real Young Gun of the GOP:
Korean American, David Su Makes History
David Su, 909-202-2311
davidsuforcongress@gmail.com
www.younggungop.com
LOS ANGELES, May 8th, 2010
David Su is Korean American. At 26 years old, he may be one the youngest minority to ever run for Congress under the GOP banner. David was born in Young San, a US Army base in South Korea where his father was stationed. David came to America when he was a few months old and was raised by his grandparents while both his parents worked to support the family. Here, his grandfather reminded him of why Korea went to war, sharing their homeland's testimony that bigger government is never the solution and that liberty is an absolute right for every individual. David believes it is time for new leadership, to end Congressional corruption, stay true to conservative principles, and listen to the American people.
To continue reading click Read More below.
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Meet the Real Young Gun of the GOP:
Korean American, David Su Makes History
David Su, 909-202-2311
davidsuforcongress@gmail.com
www.younggungop.com
LOS ANGELES, May 8th, 2010
David Su is Korean American. At 26 years old, he may be one the youngest minority to ever run for Congress under the GOP banner. David was born in Young San, a US Army base in South Korea where his father was stationed. David came to America when he was a few months old and was raised by his grandparents while both his parents worked to support the family. Here, his grandfather reminded him of why Korea went to war, sharing their homeland's testimony that bigger government is never the solution and that liberty is an absolute right for every individual. David believes it is time for new leadership, to end Congressional corruption, stay true to conservative principles, and listen to the American people.
To continue reading click Read More below.
Lee McGroarty Responds to Miller Email; Changes story on why Business entity's were suspended
Last Friday we posted a story about an email sent out by Rep. Gary Miller concerning 42nd Congressional candidate Lee McGroarty titled, "Challenger Operates Businesses With Suspended Licenses."
McGroarty has now commented on the email, which you can find below.
When McGroarty originally responded his web site said,
"McGroarty's personal accountant, Ron Uehle, responded with the following statement: "Lee, I just spoke with the Franchise Tax Board and have cleared up the matter of your corporations being "suspended". The Franchise Tax Board failed to forward to the Secretary of State's office the paperwork that was filed in 2008 on your behalf. It will take 10 business days for the Secretatary of State's website to be updated to show the "active" status of your corporations."
The McGroarty campaign originally said that the problem started in 2008 when "The Franchise Tax Board failed to forward to the Secretary of State's office the paperwork that was filed in 2008," but Miller's email and documentation on Lee McGroarty for Congress stated his corporations were suspended in 2007. Now the McGroarty campaign says the problem started in 2006/2007 and say that the problem is because,
"a Statement of Information Form and a $25 filing fee were not filed properly by my accountant. My accountant corrected the error in 2008 but the Secretary of State did not update its records. The Franchise Tax Board has assured us that this was an oversight and the error is being resolved. 401(k) Administrators, Inc. had not filed a tax return for the past few years as the corporation was dissolved. However, the State is not showing receipt of the one-page form for dissolving that corporation and my accountant is working to resolve this technical error."
Now to the release,
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McGroarty Blasts Miller's Fraud Allegations
Congressman Miller recently sent out an extremely deceptive and misleading mass email claiming that I have been operating my businesses without proper licensure and have been "handling retirement funds without a license." In the process, Congressman Miller has smeared my business, my clients and my family as we have worked extremely hard to build a solid reputation in the community and in the financial services industry.
To continue reading please click Read More below.
McGroarty has now commented on the email, which you can find below.
When McGroarty originally responded his web site said,
"McGroarty's personal accountant, Ron Uehle, responded with the following statement: "Lee, I just spoke with the Franchise Tax Board and have cleared up the matter of your corporations being "suspended". The Franchise Tax Board failed to forward to the Secretary of State's office the paperwork that was filed in 2008 on your behalf. It will take 10 business days for the Secretatary of State's website to be updated to show the "active" status of your corporations."
The McGroarty campaign originally said that the problem started in 2008 when "The Franchise Tax Board failed to forward to the Secretary of State's office the paperwork that was filed in 2008," but Miller's email and documentation on Lee McGroarty for Congress stated his corporations were suspended in 2007. Now the McGroarty campaign says the problem started in 2006/2007 and say that the problem is because,
"a Statement of Information Form and a $25 filing fee were not filed properly by my accountant. My accountant corrected the error in 2008 but the Secretary of State did not update its records. The Franchise Tax Board has assured us that this was an oversight and the error is being resolved. 401(k) Administrators, Inc. had not filed a tax return for the past few years as the corporation was dissolved. However, the State is not showing receipt of the one-page form for dissolving that corporation and my accountant is working to resolve this technical error."
Now to the release,
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McGroarty Blasts Miller's Fraud Allegations
Congressman Miller recently sent out an extremely deceptive and misleading mass email claiming that I have been operating my businesses without proper licensure and have been "handling retirement funds without a license." In the process, Congressman Miller has smeared my business, my clients and my family as we have worked extremely hard to build a solid reputation in the community and in the financial services industry.
To continue reading please click Read More below.
Monday, May 17, 2010
Senator Bob Huff Jobs & Economy Town Hall Meeting May 20
Senator Bob Huff will be hosting a Jobs and Economy Town Hall Meeting Thursday, May 20 in Brea from 6-8pm.
It will be at the Brea Community Center located at 695 Madison Avenue in Brea, 92821.
For more information call Sen. Huff's district office at (909) 598-3981.
It will be at the Brea Community Center located at 695 Madison Avenue in Brea, 92821.
For more information call Sen. Huff's district office at (909) 598-3981.
Is Phil Liberatore being misleading about Chuck Smith's Support?
In April, 42nd Congressional candidate Phil Liberatore released a campaign press release titled, "Congressional Candidate Phil Liberatore Praised by Calvary Chapel Founder Pastor Chuck Smith."
The release started by saying,
"Pastor Chuck Smith, founder of the Calvary Chapel in Costa Mesa, CA is publicly expressing his admiration for Congressional candidate Phil Liberatore in his race for the GOP nomination in the 42nd district."
"Unless righteous men stand for public office our country will surely crumble," said Smith. "I have known Phil for a number of years and have great respect for him. He loves God, his family and his country and right now our nation needs men like Phil who will stand in the gap. I'm glad he's answering the call to service"
Later the release said, "I'm honored to receive such kind words from a great man like Pastor Chuck Smith," noted Liberatore. "Calvary Chapel has blessed the nation and Southern California with the wonderful work they've done these last four decades. I'm honored but also humbled by his gracious words."
To continue reading click Read More below.
The release started by saying,
"Pastor Chuck Smith, founder of the Calvary Chapel in Costa Mesa, CA is publicly expressing his admiration for Congressional candidate Phil Liberatore in his race for the GOP nomination in the 42nd district."
"Unless righteous men stand for public office our country will surely crumble," said Smith. "I have known Phil for a number of years and have great respect for him. He loves God, his family and his country and right now our nation needs men like Phil who will stand in the gap. I'm glad he's answering the call to service"
Later the release said, "I'm honored to receive such kind words from a great man like Pastor Chuck Smith," noted Liberatore. "Calvary Chapel has blessed the nation and Southern California with the wonderful work they've done these last four decades. I'm honored but also humbled by his gracious words."
To continue reading click Read More below.
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Most Read Stories: May 10- 16
1. Rep. Gary Miller puts up Phil Liberatore site; Liberatore sued by U.S. Department of Labor for not paying overtime to employees
2. Rep. Gary Miller comments on "Tax Fraud Phil" Signs
3. An interview with Phil Liberatore Part 2 of 4
4. Anti Phil Liberatore Signs Up in Yorba Linda
5. Phil Liberatore Responds to "Tax Fraud" Signs
6. An interview with Phil Liberatore Part 3 of 4
7. "Don't Elect Tax Fraud Phil Liberatore" email sent out
8. Phil Liberatore Photo with "Tax Fraud" Sign
9. Daily Bulletin Publishes Former Assistant Secretary Cabrera's Defense of Rep. Gary Miller
10. Anti Lee McGroarty Email sent out
2. Rep. Gary Miller comments on "Tax Fraud Phil" Signs
3. An interview with Phil Liberatore Part 2 of 4
4. Anti Phil Liberatore Signs Up in Yorba Linda
5. Phil Liberatore Responds to "Tax Fraud" Signs
6. An interview with Phil Liberatore Part 3 of 4
7. "Don't Elect Tax Fraud Phil Liberatore" email sent out
8. Phil Liberatore Photo with "Tax Fraud" Sign
9. Daily Bulletin Publishes Former Assistant Secretary Cabrera's Defense of Rep. Gary Miller
10. Anti Lee McGroarty Email sent out
New Phil Liberatore YouTube video
42nd Congressional candidate Phil Liberatore has posted a new campaign video on YouTube.
Liberatore is challenging Rep. Gary Miller, Lee McGroarty and David Su for the Republican nomination in the 42nd Congressional district.
Liberatore is challenging Rep. Gary Miller, Lee McGroarty and David Su for the Republican nomination in the 42nd Congressional district.
42nd Congressional District Candidate Interviews
This past week we posted our interview with 42nd Congressional candidate Phil Liberatore. We have now interviewed two candidates in the 42nd Republican primary, Liberatore and David Su.
To see our interview with David Su click here for part 1, part 2 and part 3.
To see our interview with Phil Liberatore click here for part 1, part 2, part 3 and part 4.
To see our interview with David Su click here for part 1, part 2 and part 3.
To see our interview with Phil Liberatore click here for part 1, part 2, part 3 and part 4.
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