Assemblyman Chris Norby on War in Afghanistan

An editorial in the Orange County Register yesterday referenced some comments Assemblyman Chris Norby wrote on antiwar.com.

Antiwar.com claims it is "Your best source for antiwar news, viewpoints, and activities.

In his comments, titled "Steele Speaks the Truth," Norby's comments included;

"If he [Obama] is such a student of history, has he not understood the one thing you don’t do is engage in a land war in Afghanistan? Everyone who has tried over a thousand years has failed, and there are reasons for that.” In restating this obvious historical fact, Republican Chairman Michael Steele has roused a chorus of neocon critics calling for his resignation.

Instead, they should heed the words of Douglas MacArthur, who warned another young president – John F. Kennedy – in 1961: “Anyone wanting to commit American ground forces to the mainland of Asia should have his head examined.”

Those who take issue with Steele should state why he – and MacArthur – are wrong. And we Republicans who believe they should be heeded should speak up. I am one of them. There are others who question an open-ended commitment of blood and treasure to prop up Hamid Karzai and his illusory government."

Most Read Stories of June

1. Where are the polls that show Phil Liberatore winning?
2. Lee McGroarty defends Rep. Gary Miller; says Phil Liberatore "grandstanding"
3. Phil Liberatore comments on election; Received Death Threat, Dogs killed
4. Rep. Tom McClintock responds to Phil Liberatore allegation, says he "should know better"
5. Rep. Gary Miller Wins
6. Daily Bulletin endorses Rep. Gary Miller, calls Lee McGroarty "favorite" of challengers
7. Lee McGroarty comments on Election
8. Updated: 42nd Republican Primary Combined Results from State
9. 42nd Republican Primary Predictions
10. Phil Liberatore Email has new 42nd Poll, now he has 56%

Rep. Gary Miller on Democrat's Financial Regulation Overhaul

Rep. Gary Miller's speech against the Democratic Financial Regulation Overhaul bill is on youtube.

The description says, "Today, Rep. Gary Miller went to the House Floor to speak out against the Democrats' 2,300 page financial regulation overhaul bill."

The House of Representatives passed the bill today.

Most Read Stories: June 21-27

1. David Su Post Election Comment
2. Rep. Miller appears on Fox Business to discuss Neighborhood Preservation Act
3. Phil Liberatore comments on election; Received Death Threat, Dogs killed
4. Rep. Gary Miller comments on election
5. Rep. Tom McClintock responds to Phil Liberatore allegation, says he "should know better"

Rep. Gary Miller holds Reception to Honor Service Academy Appointees

From the office of Rep. Gary Miller

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Reception Held to Honor Service Academy Appointees

Last Saturday, Congressman Miller hosted a reception for thirteen high school and college students from California’s 42nd Congressional District that have been selected to attend a Service Academy this year. These exceptional students have received Congressional or Senatorial nominations to attend these fine institutions.

Attending the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, New York will be Jake Pendleton of Yorba Linda, Jeff Cooley of La Habra, Apphia Kim of La Habra Heights, Brock Redondo of Mission Viejo, and Joon Eo of Brea.

Leaving for the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Marlyand will be Graham Vickers of Diamond Bar, Elaine Zhong of Chino Hills, Lucille Lu of Diamond Bar and Nathalie Pauwels of Mission Viejo.

Enrolling at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado will be Jacob Chavers of Chino Hills, Joshua Stedman of Brea, Michael Arakawa of Whittier and Trevor Cutler of Mission Viejo.

Congressman Miller extends his congratulations to all of the nominees and their families. For those interested in applying to one of the U.S. Service Academies for the class of 2015, please contact Congressman Miller’s Brea office at 714-257-1142.
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Site up for 72nd Assembly Candidate Esiquio Uballe

Esiquio Uballe, the Democratic candidate in the 72nd Assembly district has put up a campaign web site. Uballe is challenging Republican Assemblyman Chris Norby.

From his site,

"Dr. Esiquio Uballe is a proven leader in education, with a long history of working with the community and families to show how higher education can build better lives and stronger communities.

Staying competitive in the global economy is key for Orange County's future. Being able to win depends on how well our workforce is prepared. Tomorrow's workforce is today's student. Help keep California's dream alive by strengthening our workforce by rebuilding our education system.

At one time, California's economy and education were the envy of the world. We need the leadership in Sacramento to make that happen again.

OC needs real leadership in Sacramento. Our residents deserve better than rubber stamp "No" votes time after time.

We need an Assembly member who will bring home job creating programs to get our local economy moving again. OC needs to get our good jobs back - the jobs that let our county lead the state in economic growth and a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Uballe is that Assembly member."

Website up for 61st Assembly Republican Candidate Ray Moors

Ray Moors, the Republican candidate in the 61st Assembly District, has put up a campaign website. The 61st is currently represented by Democratic Assemblywoman Norma Torres.

Some of Moors' "platform,"

"I will research and propose legislation that will bring businesses back to California."

"I will propose legislation that will remove the boot of the state unions and lobbyists from the throats of the middle class taxpayer and small business owner."

"I will support to have a new State Constitutional Convention that will model our constitution after our nations which is 4400 words long and with 27 amendments. Presently, our state constitution is an incomprehensible 40,000 word, attorney written, legal morass of English and Latin with over 500 revisions and amendments."

"I will propose legislation to put a halt to the Eco-Economic Police bureaucrats that are destroying our economy, shutting down businesses and leaving families without employment and paychecks."

"I support legal immigration only. Giving amnesty leaves us with millions who have entered this country illegally only to live off the hard work of taxpayers. Many are criminals, and career welfare recipients. Legal immigration provides this country with the professionals, the industrious and law abiding immigrants which this country welcomes and needs."

Most Read Stories: June 14-20

1. Rep. Tom McClintock responds to Phil Liberatore allegation, says he "should know better"
2. Rep. Gary Miller comments on election
3. Phil Liberatore comments on election; Received Death Threat, Dogs killed
4. David Su Post Election Comment
5. 42nd Election Results Updated

Legislative Forum On Jobs And Regulations In California

From the Office of Assemblyman Curt Hagman.

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Legislative Forum On Jobs And Regulations In California

WHEN: Friday, June 25, 2010 (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM)

WHERE: Anaheim Downtown Community Center
250 E. Center St., Anaheim CA 92805

CONTACT: District Office (909) 627-7021

Hosted by Assemblymember's Curt Hagman, Jim Silva, Diane Harkey, Jeff Miller, Chris Norby, and Van Tran, the legislative forum will consist of local employees and business leaders telling their stories about how regulatory and environmental burdens have hindered them from creating jobs in California and make it difficult for local companies to compete against other states, as well as globally.

This is a public meeting and all welcome to attend.
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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%

Chino Hills Career/Job Fair

From the Office of Assemblyman Curt Hagman.

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Chino Hills Career/Job Fair

WHEN: Friday, June 18, 2010 (10:00 AM - 02:00 PM)

WHERE: The Shoppes at Chino Hills 13920 City Center Drive, Chino Hills CA 91709

CONTACT: District Office (909) 627-7021

Hosted by the San Bernardino County Workforce Investment Board (in partnership with Assemblyman Curt Hagman and Supervisor Gary Ovitt)

No cost to employeers or attendees

For More Information please visit - SBCJobFair.com
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Robert Vaughn not re-elected

Robert Vaughn, who had claimed he was the Chairman of the Los Angeles County Republican Party until a judge ruled he was not, was not re-elected to the Party's county Central Committee. Only members of the Central Committee can hold leadership positions in it.

We first covered the controversy surrounding Vaughn after a Phil Liberatore for Congress mail piece claimed Vaughn was the Chairman of the county party and had endorsed Liberatore over Rep. Gary Miller.

Even though defeated for Central Committee, Vaughn is still a candidate for Congress. He is challenging Rep. Grace Napolitano in the General Election.

In the election for Central Committee Vaughn placed 17th out 0f 18 candidates with 2.35% of the vote. The top seven were elected.

Most Read Stories: June 7-13

1. Phil Liberatore comments on election; Received Death Threat, Dogs killed
2. Rep. Gary Miller Wins
3. Rep. Tom McClintock responds to Phil Liberatore allegation, says he "should know better"
4. Lee McGroarty comments on Election
5. Phil Liberatore Email has new 42nd Poll, now he has 56%
6. Updated: 42nd Republican Primary Combined Results from State
7. Response from Marc Harris?
8. Letter from David Su to Constituents of 42nd District
9. Why did a Phil Liberatore supporter block Lee McGroarty from speaking?
10. Where are the polls that show Phil Liberatore winning?
11. 2008 Polling in the 42nd Congressional District
12. Talk Show Host Claims David Su and Lee McGroarty under 5% in 42nd.
13. Lee McGroarty responds to Marc Harris and not being able to speak at Tea Party Event
14. Lee McGroarty thanks his supporters
15. Phil Liberatore Releases Poll that shows him Defeating Rep. Gary Miller

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."

Rep. Gary Miller comments on election

The following has been posted on the campaign web site of Rep. Gary Miller.

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A Message from Congressman Miller...

I am humbled and honored for the outpouring of support I received during this past election. It was a hard fought battle—a lot of money was spent by my opponents—but my supporters and I always remained true to our core conservative values, looked past the lies and false assertions, and pressed on.

Thinking back on the election, I’m disappointed so much money was spent by Republicans to attack Republicans—and how that money could have been used to take back Congress in November or at least defeat the U.S. Senate’s most liberal member, Barbara Boxer.

But this election allowed me the opportunity to broadcast the need to lower taxes to jump start our economy, enact tougher immigration laws to stop taxpayer handouts to illegals, rebuild our crumbling roads and infrastructure, and decrease government spending.

Times are tough and voters are angry—and rightfully so. Congressional Democrats and President Obama have increased taxes, socialized our healthcare and dumped billions of taxpayer dollars to prop up union-plagued industries.

And Democrats are not done yet: amnesty for illegal immigrants and a Cap and Trade tax scheme are right around the corner.

Every day I’m fighting tooth and nail to stop them—as I believe the residents of the 42nd district expect me to do.

For at the end of the day, it’s the voters who are my employer and I am truly honored they have once again put their faith and trust in me to represent their interests in Washington.
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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.

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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David Su Post Election Comment

Former 42nd Congressional candidate David Su has posted the following comment on his campaign's Facebook page.

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Hello Everyone!

As you know the primaries are over and the results are in. Congressman Gary Miller, the GOP incumbent, my opponent has retained his seat. I know many of you are disappointed, some of you are discouraged, but don’t be. I know I’m not. I am content with my results and very humbled on the journey that I had embarked on. I fought the good fight and decided to run for Congress because this country needs real change and ran with sheer passion, the strength of conviction to stand up for what I believe in. I just want to say congratulations to Congressman Gary Miller on his reelection and I will be supporting him to continue to fight for his constituents and to be a voice in Washington. Freedom is precious and I too will continue to fight, to contribute and to do what is right in improving the quality of life for all Americans.

This message is for all Americans, tax payers, and citizens everywhere. Whoever your candidate may have been, win or lose it is now time to get behind and support the official candidate in their bid to continue to fight for liberty and take America back for the people. Let’s full on support our representatives for our party and be sure to get them elected so that we may ensure our future as well as the future for many generations to come. Let’s do it with the will, the determination, and let’s show the Democrats come this fall what Republicans mean, by campaigning and supporting our candidates with the American spirit!

Thank you for everyone who has supported me financially, spiritually with prayers, with words of encouragement, and with volunteering throughout these past months. Come November, let’s take America back!

For God, For the People, For Country,
David Su
Former Candidate for US Congress, 42nd CD GOP.
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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."

Billy Wojciak Wins 42nd Primary Predictions

We asked our readers to guess the finishing order of the 42nd Republican primary. Two readers, Billy Wojciak and MV Conservative, guessed correctly but Billy was the closest on the percentage Miller would receive. He guessed 47%, Miller received 49%.

Thanks to our readers for their predictions.