Candidates in the 42nd recently had to file their financial reports with the FEC, which show how much money was raised and spent leading up to the June promary election. Now that the vote totals have been finalized with the Secretary of State's office we can see how much Rep. Gary Miller and Phil Liberatore spent per vote. For this I added the amount spent since January 1 divided by the total votes.
Miller: $328,966.80 spent, 32,669 votes= $10.07
Liberatore: $794,537 spent, 25,181 votes =$31.55
So Liberatore spent more than triple what Miller did per vote and more than double overall. Wow.
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Showing posts with label Phil Liberatore. Show all posts
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Thursday, June 17, 2010
42nd Election Results Updated
The results for the Republican primary in the 42nd district have been updated (3:32pm today) on the Secretary of State's web site. The result is the same but the percentages have changed slightly. Phil Liberatore has gone up 0.4%, while the other three candidates have gone down 0.1% to 0.2%
Rep. Gary Miller 48.9%
Phil Liberatore 37.6%
Lee McGroarty 10.5%
David Su 3.0%
The morning after the election we posted the following results at 10:04am.
Gary Miller 49.0%
Phil Liberatore 37.2%
Lee McGroarty 10.7%
David Su 3.1%
Rep. Gary Miller 48.9%
Phil Liberatore 37.6%
Lee McGroarty 10.5%
David Su 3.0%
The morning after the election we posted the following results at 10:04am.
Gary Miller 49.0%
Phil Liberatore 37.2%
Lee McGroarty 10.7%
David Su 3.1%
Friday, June 11, 2010
Rep. Tom McClintock responds to Phil Liberatore allegation, says he "should know better"
On Wednesday night on the Rick Amato show, Phil Liberatore and Amato claimed that Rep. Gary Miller had used a 2008 endorsement from Rep. Tom McClintock. Amato said that Miller sent out an email that said that Rep. Tom McClintock endorsed Miller. Amato said that the endorsement was from "two years ago," but didn't say why he thought that. Liberatore agreed with Amato.
Today we received the following comment from Rep. Tom McClintock stating that he did endorse Miller.
Statement from Rep. Tom McClintock: "The claim that Gary Miller improperly claimed my endorsement in the 2010 Republican primary is absolutely and completely false, and the people making it should know better. I enthusiastically support Gary Miller's candidacy and was proud to endorse him in the recent primary. On the floor of the House of Representatives I have seen first hand -- day in and day out -- his devotion to taxpayers and to the conservative cause and I could not possibly be stronger in my respect and support of him."
Today we received the following comment from Rep. Tom McClintock stating that he did endorse Miller.
Statement from Rep. Tom McClintock: "The claim that Gary Miller improperly claimed my endorsement in the 2010 Republican primary is absolutely and completely false, and the people making it should know better. I enthusiastically support Gary Miller's candidacy and was proud to endorse him in the recent primary. On the floor of the House of Representatives I have seen first hand -- day in and day out -- his devotion to taxpayers and to the conservative cause and I could not possibly be stronger in my respect and support of him."
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Phil Liberatore comments on election; Received Death Threat, Dogs killed
Former 42nd Congressional candidate Phil Liberatore was a guest on the Rick Amato show last night.
Some of the comments;
Liberatore said that during the campaign he received a death threat and had his two dogs killed. He alleged that the day after they were killed a picture of one of the dogs appeared in a campaign mailer from Rep. Gary Miller. I wonder why this is the first we have heard of the death threats or the killings of his dogs from Liberatore. Liberatore didn't say anything about a police investigation or how or why he thought it was a picture of his dog in the Miller mail piece.
Liberatore said that he was going to look at his future political options and try to "keep the momentum going."
When asked by Amato if he had heard from Miller or any of the other candidates he said, " No I haven't heard from anybody." I wonder if he knows that it is customary to call the winner, not the other way around. Former 42nd candidate Lee McGroarty commented on our blog yesterday that he would be calling Miller, Liberatore and David Su.
Amato said that on Monday Miller sent out an email that said that Rep. Tom McClintock endorsed Miller. Amato said that the endorsement was from "two years ago," but didn't say why he thought that.
Some of the comments;
Liberatore said that during the campaign he received a death threat and had his two dogs killed. He alleged that the day after they were killed a picture of one of the dogs appeared in a campaign mailer from Rep. Gary Miller. I wonder why this is the first we have heard of the death threats or the killings of his dogs from Liberatore. Liberatore didn't say anything about a police investigation or how or why he thought it was a picture of his dog in the Miller mail piece.
Liberatore said that he was going to look at his future political options and try to "keep the momentum going."
When asked by Amato if he had heard from Miller or any of the other candidates he said, " No I haven't heard from anybody." I wonder if he knows that it is customary to call the winner, not the other way around. Former 42nd candidate Lee McGroarty commented on our blog yesterday that he would be calling Miller, Liberatore and David Su.
Amato said that on Monday Miller sent out an email that said that Rep. Tom McClintock endorsed Miller. Amato said that the endorsement was from "two years ago," but didn't say why he thought that.
Phil Liberatore Post Election Statement
Received the following statement from a Liberatore Campaign email.
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My wife Dana and I want to thank everyone who came out and voted for me in this election. You will never know how much this means to me. It is a tremendous honor to have you put your faith in me and the ideas I put forward to ‘Take Back America’.
I also want to thank the hundreds of volunteers who put in precious time placing yard signs, stuffing envelopes, making phone calls and sending out all those postcards. Your enthusiasm and encouragement kept me going all those late nights and early mornings. I would also like to thank the tremendous team that served during the campaign.
While we lost this race I do believe a clear message has been sent, as the incumbent received less than 50% of the vote. I call upon Congressman Miller to take note as to how We The People voted. I am disappointed the vote was split amongst three challengers, as it is evident we had the momentum going into the final weeks. However, if I had to do it all over again I would enter the race again tomorrow.
Having walked the neighborhoods and meeting the people of our community personally was one of the richest experiences of my life. I entered this race because I have a great concern about the direction of our country. But as I walked the district meeting our neighbors and experiencing the support of the voters, I am hopeful. Please do not give up on this good fight to restore accountability, fiscal responsibility and the values this country was founded upon, they are too important. I encourage you to get involved on any and every level as our Founding Fathers envisioned a country of citizens in leadership not career politicians.
Again I want to thank all of you for your votes, supports and prayers.
May God bless you and God bless America.
Phil
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My wife Dana and I want to thank everyone who came out and voted for me in this election. You will never know how much this means to me. It is a tremendous honor to have you put your faith in me and the ideas I put forward to ‘Take Back America’.
I also want to thank the hundreds of volunteers who put in precious time placing yard signs, stuffing envelopes, making phone calls and sending out all those postcards. Your enthusiasm and encouragement kept me going all those late nights and early mornings. I would also like to thank the tremendous team that served during the campaign.
While we lost this race I do believe a clear message has been sent, as the incumbent received less than 50% of the vote. I call upon Congressman Miller to take note as to how We The People voted. I am disappointed the vote was split amongst three challengers, as it is evident we had the momentum going into the final weeks. However, if I had to do it all over again I would enter the race again tomorrow.
Having walked the neighborhoods and meeting the people of our community personally was one of the richest experiences of my life. I entered this race because I have a great concern about the direction of our country. But as I walked the district meeting our neighbors and experiencing the support of the voters, I am hopeful. Please do not give up on this good fight to restore accountability, fiscal responsibility and the values this country was founded upon, they are too important. I encourage you to get involved on any and every level as our Founding Fathers envisioned a country of citizens in leadership not career politicians.
Again I want to thank all of you for your votes, supports and prayers.
May God bless you and God bless America.
Phil
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Whittier Daily News story on 42nd race, Liberatore comments
The Whittier Daily News has a story on the 42nd race including some strong comments from Liberatore.
Liberatore told the paper, "Gary Miller had the press in his pocket. He controls all of the cities. He's the incumbent and everybody is bowing down to this guy. It was hard to get any response from the media."
The article spoke about the amount of money spent on the race. It stated, "Liberatore mailed fliers and purchased newspaper ads, after loaning his campaign $725,000. Miller reported spending about $330,000 but said that only $200,000 was for the campaign. The rest was for office expenses."
Liberatore told the paper, "Gary Miller had the press in his pocket. He controls all of the cities. He's the incumbent and everybody is bowing down to this guy. It was hard to get any response from the media."
The article spoke about the amount of money spent on the race. It stated, "Liberatore mailed fliers and purchased newspaper ads, after loaning his campaign $725,000. Miller reported spending about $330,000 but said that only $200,000 was for the campaign. The rest was for office expenses."
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Lee McGroarty responds to Marc Harris and not being able to speak at Tea Party Event
Yesterday we posted a story that 42nd Congressional candidate Lee McGroarty was not allowed to speak at a Tea Party event, while fellow candidate Phil Liberatore was. Later Marc Harris, the person several commenters stated was the person who didn't allow McGroarty to speak, responded to the issue. In his response Harris said there was, "suspicion now being raised that McGroarty has made a back-room deal with Miller to stay in the race in order to split the vote, and ensure Miller's re-election."
McGroarty responded in two comments.
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McGroarty responded in two comments.
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Monday, June 7, 2010
Phil Liberatore loans himself another $150,000; Lee McGroarty raises $3,400
According to documents filed with the FEC today, 42nd Congressional candidate Phil Liberatore has loaned himself $150,000 bringing to $725,000 the total Liberatore has loaned his campaign.
42nd Congressional candidate Lee McGroarty reported on Sunday that he raised $3,400 from two donors.
42nd Congressional candidate Lee McGroarty reported on Sunday that he raised $3,400 from two donors.
Phil Liberatore Email has new 42nd Poll, now he has 56%
Earlier today we posted a poll from 42nd Congressional candidate Phil Liberatore that shows him ahead of Rep. Gary Miller 27% to 21%.
I have just received an email from the Liberatore campaign that shows him ahead of Miller 56%-44%. So he gained 29% in one day, Lee McGroarty and David Su received 0%, and no one was undecided? Seems unlikely.
Phil Liberatore Releases Poll that shows him Defeating Rep. Gary Miller
The Liberatore campaign has released the following press release that contains poll numbers on the 42nd Republican primary.
I noticed a couple of things that make me question the validity of the poll. First, it didn't include David Su or Lee McGroarty, which is why the undecided is so high. We wouldn't know if McGroarty or Su have 30% because they didn't ask. Second, who conducted the poll? It could have just been Liberatore staff calling. Third, who was contacted? The release doesn't say they only contacted Republicans or registered voters. It only says, "1,281 residents of the 42nd district ." Did they just call supporters? Finally, how were the questions asked? Was it a "push poll." We will find out tomorrow how accurate it is.
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I noticed a couple of things that make me question the validity of the poll. First, it didn't include David Su or Lee McGroarty, which is why the undecided is so high. We wouldn't know if McGroarty or Su have 30% because they didn't ask. Second, who conducted the poll? It could have just been Liberatore staff calling. Third, who was contacted? The release doesn't say they only contacted Republicans or registered voters. It only says, "1,281 residents of the 42nd district ." Did they just call supporters? Finally, how were the questions asked? Was it a "push poll." We will find out tomorrow how accurate it is.
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Response from Marc Harris?
We have received the following response to our earlier post about 42nd Congressional candidate Lee McGroarty not being allowed to speak at a Tea Party event yesterday. We don't know for sure that this is in fact from Marc Harris. It was sent via email and was forwarded twice. The emails listed are from leadership in groups associated with Harris, so we have a strong belief that this is in fact from Harris.
I thought it was funny that Harris said, "Funny, you don't see Miller attacking McGroarty." I guess Harris hasn't been following the race long enough. The Lee McGroarty for Congress web site that Miller put up comes to mind.
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Thanks for this post, Miller team....This is only going to add more fuel to the suspicion now being raised that McGroarty has made a back-room deal with Miller to stay in the race in order to split the vote, and ensure Miller's re-election. (Do people do such things in politics???)
Otherwise, why would Miller's supporters here give a darn about this obscure incident, and slant it so far from the facts?
The FACTS are that: a) I was not the "host" of this event, it was put on by a local coordinator, and I have no authority to determine who speaks, b) I was NOT the one who denied McGroarty's request to speak, it was the local coordinator, c) it was on private property, and the owner participated in setting the agenda and speakers and, again, I have no authority to tell a private property owner what can go on on his property, d) I have NOT endorsed Liberatore: I support the Tea Party leaders and members; accordingly, I will act in a manner consistent with the results of numerous emails, phone calls, caucuses, and straw polls among local Tea Parties which show greater support for Liberatore.
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I thought it was funny that Harris said, "Funny, you don't see Miller attacking McGroarty." I guess Harris hasn't been following the race long enough. The Lee McGroarty for Congress web site that Miller put up comes to mind.
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Thanks for this post, Miller team....This is only going to add more fuel to the suspicion now being raised that McGroarty has made a back-room deal with Miller to stay in the race in order to split the vote, and ensure Miller's re-election. (Do people do such things in politics???)
Otherwise, why would Miller's supporters here give a darn about this obscure incident, and slant it so far from the facts?
The FACTS are that: a) I was not the "host" of this event, it was put on by a local coordinator, and I have no authority to determine who speaks, b) I was NOT the one who denied McGroarty's request to speak, it was the local coordinator, c) it was on private property, and the owner participated in setting the agenda and speakers and, again, I have no authority to tell a private property owner what can go on on his property, d) I have NOT endorsed Liberatore: I support the Tea Party leaders and members; accordingly, I will act in a manner consistent with the results of numerous emails, phone calls, caucuses, and straw polls among local Tea Parties which show greater support for Liberatore.
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Why did a Phil Liberatore supporter block Lee McGroarty from speaking?
Yesterday there was a Tea Party event in Anaheim. According to several comments we received, 42nd Congressional candidate Lee McGroarty attended the event but was not allowed to speak. However, 42nd Congressional candidate Phil Liberatore was. In fact, several people who have endorsed him spoke as well.
According to the comments we received, Marc Harris, who hosted the event and has endorsed Liberatore, is the person who denied McGroarty the chance to speak. Harris has appeared in mail sent by the Liberatore campaign. He is the Orange County Coordinator for the Tea Party Patriots.
According to the comments we received, Marc Harris, who hosted the event and has endorsed Liberatore, is the person who denied McGroarty the chance to speak. Harris has appeared in mail sent by the Liberatore campaign. He is the Orange County Coordinator for the Tea Party Patriots.
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Talk Show Host Claims David Su and Lee McGroarty under 5% in 42nd.
On Friday, we posted a story about how 42nd Congressional candidate Phil Liberatore and his supporters have been publicly stating that Liberatore is "winning" in polls or that the polls are "tight." We wondered why Liberatore wasn't posting the results in an effort to win over David Su and Lee McGroarty supporters who want to defeat Rep. Gary Miller.
Liberatore still hasn't released any polls but his supporters are trying to make it seem like Su and McGroarty have no shot.
Rick Amato, who hosts the Rick Amato Show in San Diego, has posted the following in regards to Phil Liberatore.
"UPDATE: The latest internal polling numbers show Liberatore and Miller neck and neck. There is a risk that unless one of the other candidates drop out (other candidates polling at less than 5% of the vote) sadly they could be responsible for sending Miller back to Washington."
Amato uses the word "candidates," so he is implying that McGroarty and Su are under 5%. But for all we know Liberatore could be at 6%.
If Liberatore was winning, or with in a few points, they would release the poll because gaining an extra point or two from Su and/or McGroarty would be all he needed.
Liberatore still hasn't released any polls but his supporters are trying to make it seem like Su and McGroarty have no shot.
Rick Amato, who hosts the Rick Amato Show in San Diego, has posted the following in regards to Phil Liberatore.
"UPDATE: The latest internal polling numbers show Liberatore and Miller neck and neck. There is a risk that unless one of the other candidates drop out (other candidates polling at less than 5% of the vote) sadly they could be responsible for sending Miller back to Washington."
Amato uses the word "candidates," so he is implying that McGroarty and Su are under 5%. But for all we know Liberatore could be at 6%.
If Liberatore was winning, or with in a few points, they would release the poll because gaining an extra point or two from Su and/or McGroarty would be all he needed.
Friday, June 4, 2010
Where are the polls that show Phil Liberatore winning?
For the last few weeks Phil Liberatore and his supporters have been touting polls that they claim show him "winning" or "close," in his primary race against Rep. Gary Miller.
On May 18, Mike "Bogey" Boguslawski said on the Rick Amato Show, "Right now. Right this minute...Liberatore's winning the poll right now. He's winning it."
This past Tuesday while talking about polls, Phil Liberatore told the Rick Amato Show, "It's real tight right now. This race is real tight." Rick Amato said he looked at some polls and the "polls are very, very tight." Amato also said some candidates in the 42nd race were "polling 2 and 3 and 4 percent of the, of the, of the votes." Another person on the show, Ken, said that the polls are "going up and up as we go day by day by day."
But where are these polls? If Liberatore was really winning why wouldn't he release his polls in an effort to show Lee McGroarty and David Su supporters that only he can beat Miller? Is Liberatore just trying to fire up his base?
I guess we will find out in four days if Liberatore and his supporters are telling the truth.
On May 18, Mike "Bogey" Boguslawski said on the Rick Amato Show, "Right now. Right this minute...Liberatore's winning the poll right now. He's winning it."
This past Tuesday while talking about polls, Phil Liberatore told the Rick Amato Show, "It's real tight right now. This race is real tight." Rick Amato said he looked at some polls and the "polls are very, very tight." Amato also said some candidates in the 42nd race were "polling 2 and 3 and 4 percent of the, of the, of the votes." Another person on the show, Ken, said that the polls are "going up and up as we go day by day by day."
But where are these polls? If Liberatore was really winning why wouldn't he release his polls in an effort to show Lee McGroarty and David Su supporters that only he can beat Miller? Is Liberatore just trying to fire up his base?
I guess we will find out in four days if Liberatore and his supporters are telling the truth.
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Phil Liberatore loans campaign another $100,000
According to documents filed with the FEC yesterday, 42nd Congressional candidate Phil Liberatore has loaned himself $100,000 bringing to $575,000 the total Liberatore has loaned his campaign. Liberatore also reported a donation of $2,400.
Currently all Congressional candidates must report any donations or loans of $1,000 or more to the FEC within 48 hours.
Since we last posted an update on the "48 hour" donations, Rep. Gary Miller has received two donations of $1,000 each.
The two remaining Republican primary candidates, David Su and Lee McGroarty, have not filed any "48 hour" notices.
Currently all Congressional candidates must report any donations or loans of $1,000 or more to the FEC within 48 hours.
Since we last posted an update on the "48 hour" donations, Rep. Gary Miller has received two donations of $1,000 each.
The two remaining Republican primary candidates, David Su and Lee McGroarty, have not filed any "48 hour" notices.
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Phil Liberatore sends out email on Rep. Gary Miller's Service record
42nd Congressional candidate Phil Liberatore has sent out an email titled, "Miller Misrepresents Military Record." This after Rep. Gary Miller released military records and Lee McGroarty said of him, "One of my opponents, who never served our country, is calling out Miller for his military service and is “grandstanding” on an issue he knows nothing about."
Liberatore mostly used parts of the Harper's Monthly article and quotes from three retired military members who make up his "Military and Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee." Two of the committee members called on Miller to releases his records, which he had already done when I received the email.
I received the email at 4:45pm. We posted the story of Miller placing his records on his web site at 12:15pm.
Liberatore mostly used parts of the Harper's Monthly article and quotes from three retired military members who make up his "Military and Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee." Two of the committee members called on Miller to releases his records, which he had already done when I received the email.
I received the email at 4:45pm. We posted the story of Miller placing his records on his web site at 12:15pm.
The Miller Military Records: McGroarty played it right, Liberatore played it wrong
Yesterday 42nd Congressional candidate Phil Liberatore commented on the Harper's Magazine story on Rep. Gary Miller's military service. Liberatore issued his release several hours after the article was published. He also put up a statement on his Twitter page that said, "What disrespect! Miller lied about his military record."
Lee McGroarty waited until after a local newspaper story was posted to issue a press release. McGroarty was able to know the medical reason for the discharge and have the knowledge of more comments from Miller. McGroarty was able to look more thoughtful and not appear to be doing it for political expediency.
Liberatore, on the other hand, looks very political in his actions. So much so, that McGroarty said that Liberatore was "grandstanding." He also looks like he was so quick to put something out, hoping that the media would give him attention, that he has errors in his release.
First, Liberatore's release states, "according to the Harper’s article, Miller was discharged after just 49 days of enlistment in 1967." Problem is that the article doesn't say that.
The article states, "According to his military record, he spent about seven weeks in boot camp at Fort Ord, California between early-September and late-October 1967, at which point he was discharged."
Now Rep. Gary Miller has released his records so we can see how many days he served. According to Miller's Military Service Certificate, and a look at a 1967 calendar, he served 54 days.
So where did Phil Liberatore get 49 days from? Did Liberatore really put out a press release that distorts Miller's military service, while accusing Miller of doing the same thing?
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Lee McGroarty waited until after a local newspaper story was posted to issue a press release. McGroarty was able to know the medical reason for the discharge and have the knowledge of more comments from Miller. McGroarty was able to look more thoughtful and not appear to be doing it for political expediency.
Liberatore, on the other hand, looks very political in his actions. So much so, that McGroarty said that Liberatore was "grandstanding." He also looks like he was so quick to put something out, hoping that the media would give him attention, that he has errors in his release.
First, Liberatore's release states, "according to the Harper’s article, Miller was discharged after just 49 days of enlistment in 1967." Problem is that the article doesn't say that.
The article states, "According to his military record, he spent about seven weeks in boot camp at Fort Ord, California between early-September and late-October 1967, at which point he was discharged."
Now Rep. Gary Miller has released his records so we can see how many days he served. According to Miller's Military Service Certificate, and a look at a 1967 calendar, he served 54 days.
So where did Phil Liberatore get 49 days from? Did Liberatore really put out a press release that distorts Miller's military service, while accusing Miller of doing the same thing?
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Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Phil Liberatore Comments on Harper's Magazine Miller Story
42nd Congressional candidate Phil Liberatore has commented on the Harper's Magazine story on Rep. Gary Miller's military service.
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Decorated Military Leaders Question Gary Miller's Military Service; Issue Call For Honesty
Decorated Military Leaders Announce Support for Congressional Candidate Phil Liberatore; Call for Release of Gary Miller's Military Records After Harper’s Magazine Charges Congressman With Misrepresenting Military Record.
Whittier, CA (PRWEB) -- In the wake of accusations in Harper’s Magazine Online that Congressman Gary Miller misrepresented his military service during the Vietnam era, three respected military veterans, Major General Paul Vallely, Colonel John Fer, a Prisoner of War during Vietnam and former top level White House Military Officer, Lt. Colonel Robert "Buzz" Patterson have issued a call for Miller to release his military medical and service records. The three veterans form the Military and Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee to advise Miller's opponent for the GOP nomination in California's 42nd district, Phil Liberatore.
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Decorated Military Leaders Question Gary Miller's Military Service; Issue Call For Honesty
Decorated Military Leaders Announce Support for Congressional Candidate Phil Liberatore; Call for Release of Gary Miller's Military Records After Harper’s Magazine Charges Congressman With Misrepresenting Military Record.
Whittier, CA (PRWEB) -- In the wake of accusations in Harper’s Magazine Online that Congressman Gary Miller misrepresented his military service during the Vietnam era, three respected military veterans, Major General Paul Vallely, Colonel John Fer, a Prisoner of War during Vietnam and former top level White House Military Officer, Lt. Colonel Robert "Buzz" Patterson have issued a call for Miller to release his military medical and service records. The three veterans form the Military and Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee to advise Miller's opponent for the GOP nomination in California's 42nd district, Phil Liberatore.
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Saturday, May 29, 2010
"48 Hour Notice" Donations in 42nd race
Starting May 20, any time a Congressional candidate receives a contribution (including "in-kind contributions") or a loan of $1,000 or more, they must file a "48 hour notice" with the FEC within 48 hours of receiving it.
Since May 20 only two candidates have filed "48 hour notices." Rep. Gary Miller has received three donations totaling $4,500. Phil Liberatore has received one donation of $1,000.
Since May 20 only two candidates have filed "48 hour notices." Rep. Gary Miller has received three donations totaling $4,500. Phil Liberatore has received one donation of $1,000.
Friday, May 28, 2010
A look at the 42nd Republican Race
A look at the campaigns of the four Republican candidates with a week and a half to go.
Rep. Gary Miller: Has been sending out several mail pieces a week, for several weeks. About half have targeted Phil Liberatore. He has also had television and radio ads. Has put up a Phil Liberatore for Congress website and Lee McGroarty for Congress which list some of the baggage each candidate has.
Phil Liberatore: Appears to have the best chance of defeating Miller. He has spent close to $500,000. He regularly appears on local radio shows. He comments daily on his Facebook and Twitter pages. He has been running ads on television and radio. He has mailed several campaign pieces. One of them, claiming the endorsement of the Chairman of the Los Angeles County Republican Party, caused him some negative media attention.
Lee McGroarty: His campaign has become very quiet. According to his campaign website the last news release was May 17. He has not posted an event on his event page since he listed a May 8 event. I have yet to hear McGroarty on any radio talk show. He has never commented on his McGroarty for Congress Facebook page. He has not commented on his Twitter page since May 17. However, his campaign may be about to become more active. Any regular reader to our blog knows that for the last few weeks McGroarty supporters were commenting that Liberatore was under FEC investigation for sending out mail with his corporate logo. Since, only those that filed an FEC complaint can have knowledge of it, we commented that McGroarty, or one of his supporters, had filed a complaint. Yesterday we posted a story that a complaint regarding this issue was filed against Liberatore several weeks ago. McGroarty cannot win without defeating Miller AND Liberatore so this might be the beginning of an offensive against Liberatore. But there are less than two weeks to election day so if it happens, we will see it soon. As of the most recent FEC filings, McGroarty has the most cash on hand of the three challengers to Miller.
David Su: He has been flying under the radar and will probably surprise some people on election day with his vote total. He has appeared on the John and Ken show, as well as in several Asian newspapers. He has been walking door to door and put up campaign signs throughout the district. He also comments on his campaign facebook page daily.
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