I don't belong to ANY political side. I would like to see a AMERICAN Party. Because right now what I see with this Tea Party thing, is Republican and Anyone who didn't vote for Obama are Highjacking these tea Parties for their OWN Political Game and That is all. Republicans AND Democrats SHOULD NOT be allowd to Speak or even Attend. palin os doing her best to get support for when she runs for President. I just wonder how many people would be at these Tea Parties if THEIR guy Won the election? Where were they when Bush DOUBLED the Debt in 8 years that took over 200 years to do.We need an AMERICAN PARTY. Because Either party does not care about doing the RIGHT thing. I still waiting for Obama to open up NAFTA for a Review.
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That brings me to my next point, the TEA (Taxed Enough Already) Party movement that has swept this nation for the past year. I recall reading a piece in the Wall Street Journal (I believe) last year almost to this day about the birth of this movement. In the column, the author stated that IF this movement became organized, it could grow and blossom into a major political crusade that could lead to major referendum on the party in power this November, and guess what, the author was right.
This movement has grown to become a major anti-establishment campaign to take out those in power, from both parties. I understand that a majority of the Tea Party crowd is Republicans, (59% according to a Pew Survey), but this crowd is targeting Republicans and Democrats alike. This time last year down in Florida, Republican Governor Charlie Christ was poised to runaway with a Senate victory in the primary and in the general election, but that is not the case anymore. The Tea Party movement has led to the rise of conservative Republican Marco Rubio, who is now blowing Christ out by 20+ points in the polls in Florida and is poised to become Florida's next Senator. This crowd has targeted other Republicans as well, including Dede Scozzafava up in the 23rd Congressional District of New York; although the Tea Party endorsed candidate Bob Hoffman ended up losing that race after Scozzafava dropped out due to the movement.
Of course, the Tea Party movement is targeting a number of Democrats as well, including Tim Ryan and Charlie Wilson after they supported ObamaCare last month. As it stands right now, Republican Jim Graham in the 17th District and Dr. Donald Allen in the 6th District will likely get more votes than most Republicans get in each district in most years, but personally I do not see either having that great of a chance at winning those seats. However, I do believe Independent Jim Traficant could upset Ryan or Wilson this November once he chooses who to run against, which could come on May 3rd I am told.
Why do I believe that? Well to begin, Traficant has an enormous following here in the Mahoning Valley of loyal supporters that are passionate for the man. Secondly, Traficant has the ability to draw votes from Republicans and Democrats, which means less votes for the Tim Ryan. The final reason why I think he has a chance to win is because of his growing support from the Tea Party movement. I think it would be irresponsible for anyone to overlook the impact this movement will have on this Election this fall. When Traficant ran from jail in 2002, he still got 28,000 votes! With this high anti-Democratic wave going through this country right now, there is no telling how many people could ultimately support Traficant this fall because they are fed up with the status-quo in Washington.
I will be honest with you, I am not Traficant's biggest fan, but I do agree with him on a number of issues and feel as though he would better represent the Mahoning Valley in Washington, as opposed to Ryan or Wilson. I have said it once and I will say it again, I do not condone the actions of Traficant which led him to jail for seven years, but he paid the price to society and I believe it is time to move forward.
What say you?
| April 16, 2010
I am beginning to believe more than ever that Jim Traficant has a legitimate shot at winning a Congressional seat this fall if he decides to run against Charlie Wilson or even Tim Ryan. I feel this way for a number of reasons, but the biggest reason by far is the anti-Democratic wave going through this country right now. Although the 2006 and 2008 Election's were referendum's on the Republican Party, I personally believe the Democrats read a bit too much into it and have overplayed their hand. This Fall, the Republicans are poised to make major gains in the House and Senate with a great chance of taking back each chamber if things go their way. However, I find it important for Republicans to not read too much into it either. Neither party is well liked right now and Americans simply want the government back on the side of the people, which has not been the case for a number of years now.That brings me to my next point, the TEA (Taxed Enough Already) Party movement that has swept this nation for the past year. I recall reading a piece in the Wall Street Journal (I believe) last year almost to this day about the birth of this movement. In the column, the author stated that IF this movement became organized, it could grow and blossom into a major political crusade that could lead to major referendum on the party in power this November, and guess what, the author was right.
This movement has grown to become a major anti-establishment campaign to take out those in power, from both parties. I understand that a majority of the Tea Party crowd is Republicans, (59% according to a Pew Survey), but this crowd is targeting Republicans and Democrats alike. This time last year down in Florida, Republican Governor Charlie Christ was poised to runaway with a Senate victory in the primary and in the general election, but that is not the case anymore. The Tea Party movement has led to the rise of conservative Republican Marco Rubio, who is now blowing Christ out by 20+ points in the polls in Florida and is poised to become Florida's next Senator. This crowd has targeted other Republicans as well, including Dede Scozzafava up in the 23rd Congressional District of New York; although the Tea Party endorsed candidate Bob Hoffman ended up losing that race after Scozzafava dropped out due to the movement.Of course, the Tea Party movement is targeting a number of Democrats as well, including Tim Ryan and Charlie Wilson after they supported ObamaCare last month. As it stands right now, Republican Jim Graham in the 17th District and Dr. Donald Allen in the 6th District will likely get more votes than most Republicans get in each district in most years, but personally I do not see either having that great of a chance at winning those seats. However, I do believe Independent Jim Traficant could upset Ryan or Wilson this November once he chooses who to run against, which could come on May 3rd I am told.
Why do I believe that? Well to begin, Traficant has an enormous following here in the Mahoning Valley of loyal supporters that are passionate for the man. Secondly, Traficant has the ability to draw votes from Republicans and Democrats, which means less votes for the Tim Ryan. The final reason why I think he has a chance to win is because of his growing support from the Tea Party movement. I think it would be irresponsible for anyone to overlook the impact this movement will have on this Election this fall. When Traficant ran from jail in 2002, he still got 28,000 votes! With this high anti-Democratic wave going through this country right now, there is no telling how many people could ultimately support Traficant this fall because they are fed up with the status-quo in Washington.
I will be honest with you, I am not Traficant's biggest fan, but I do agree with him on a number of issues and feel as though he would better represent the Mahoning Valley in Washington, as opposed to Ryan or Wilson. I have said it once and I will say it again, I do not condone the actions of Traficant which led him to jail for seven years, but he paid the price to society and I believe it is time to move forward.
What say you?
Comments (18)
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|71.79.157.xxx |2010-04-17 16:26:11 Eddie Stewart - UnbelievableI can not believe that the tea party movement would allow Jim Trafficant to speak at it, or turn it into Jim Trafficant campaign rallies. When do these people wake up. The guy is a criminal. Goverment will never change if we keep sending criminals and liars to congress. This guy is a jew hating felon. Watch his interview on Hannity sometime. So will the requirements for the new guys we send to congress be that they have to already be convicted of being a thief? Since when is Jim Trafficant a conservative or against goverment corruption. He was part of the problem till he went to prison. We are doomed if this is whats happening all over the country to this movement. I am outraged. I wonder if the people who started these chapters of the tea party movement ever had something to do with Trafficants campaigns in the past. That would be interesting to see. All he will do is assure a Tim Ryan victory. Please wake up people. Lets not send someone we already know is a criminal to congress. Would you let a convicted felon watch your little kids for you? Then why would you send him to make laws for you?
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|150.134.130.xxx |2010-04-18 13:56:06 chousteau@gmail.comExactly, why would you want a criminal to represent you? If you were running a business would you a hire a felon to be your CEO? Tea party is a joke and will soon be corrupted by special interest, if it hasn't already.
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|71.79.157.xxx |2010-04-18 20:56:26 Eddie Stewart - ReplyThats why people that can think straight like us need to get more involved. I urge you not to give up. The Tea Party movement is good unless this happens. And when this happens, we need to stop it.
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|24.209.41.xxx |2010-04-21 21:38:49 Robert HenricksenEddie, thank you for your comments. I have been involved, fairly significantly, with the local Tea Party. Tri-County Tea Party. There are other Tea Parties in the area. The thing that I want to make clear is that the Tea Party does not "have" a candidate that it particularly wants to send to Washington. We provide a platform for candidates to present what their values are. The Tea Party itself has made fairly clear what it's values are. Limited government, fair tax structure, individual liberty, etc. We welcome speakers from every side of the debate. If we were to say to a candidate that they cannot speak at one of our events because they don't fit in with our values, then we will have done exactly what it is that we have been criticized for, that being selling out to a party. Most candidates that speak, share some of our values or will say that they do, but there is some discernment required on the part of the voters. That is why we have multiple speakers, so that the voters get every side and decide for themselves. If you had been at the rally, you would know that all the candidates were given equal time, with Traficant as the key-note.
The fact is, Traficant is not even a candidate and has not announced whether he will definitely be running or which district. He draws a crowd and is very interesting to listen to. If he does run, the people who oppose him will not be swayed by anything the Tea Party does. The man is beloved by his supporters because he gets to know the people. Tim Ryan doesn't have near as many "best friends" as Traficant does, and that is what makes him effective at getting elected. People feel like they know him and many are willing to forgive him. The ideas he presents are in line with some members of the Tea Party's values. He has been labeled as an anti-semite, which definitely is not a Tea Party position, but this was based on a statement he made about congress's making policy, based on how Israel would feel about it. He thinks that Israel has too much influence on foreign policy. Obama seems to feel the same way. I don't see that as an ani-semitic comment, but I don't know the man's heart and I don't agree that we should not consider Israel in foreign policy. He also recognizes that Israel is our biggest ally and must be defended. Until there is real proof that he is a "Jew Hater", I think it is irresponsible to say that of him. The other thing is, Traficant scares the hell out of Ryan and Wilson both.
My intention here is not to simply defend Jim Traficant. There are other candidates who we want people to get to know. Dan Moadus is a democrat who will be speaking at the town hall we are hosting on Thursday. Jim Graham will be there and Tim Ryan responded(finally) and said he would make sure someone was there. I want to encourage people to come get to know these candidates. I have invited the M.V.O.C. to come and help organize and promote the town hall, but they did not respond. It is not a fair to say that the Tea Party is out to promote one candidate. We are not, and nothing we have done could be construed to say that we are, campaigning for Traficant. The article we are commenting on now, is one persons view. Many members of the Tea Party are Traficant supporters and many are not. As a real grass roots movement, we are diverse in who we support. We are individuals who vote according to our core values and beliefs. We have no "party-line" and that is why we are as strong as we are. Nobody can "hi-jack" this movement because we are principled.
People have been trying hard to paint the Tea Party in a negative light, but the fact is, we are out there working hard. If you share our values but see some areas that could use some improvement, get involved with us. What is the use of slinging mud at a movement you agree with in principle, unless you don't and are simply undermining the movement. For those who think the Tea Party is a joke, what have you done? Other than posting comments on blog pages, what significance do you have?
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|71.79.157.xxx |2010-04-21 22:10:45 Eddie StewartI apologize for the abrasiveness I had in the first comment. I do feel that way but I was rude in the way I put those things. I definately am not trying to undermine any tea party. You are right that I have not done as much and I am trying to change that right now. The way he said his remarks sounded anti-semetic to me. I thought it must have to Hannity also, the way he reacted to what he said. Only Mr. Traficant knows the truth to that one I guess. I think this is a very important issue though. They are our only true ally in the middle east and nothing can be achieved there without them on our side. I just dont think theres any time for any more politics as usual. Favors and lies will get us nowhere but a little further in debt and a little further down the drain. But I did not realize how many different groups there are now also. I dont agree with some of what you do, but its your peoples group to do as you please. I will save the energy of future comments about that part of it for either starting my own group or joining one I agree with a little more.
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|24.209.41.xxx |2010-04-22 09:55:45 Robert HenricksenDavid, I appreciate your civility. I would love to talk with you more. I (personally) am starting another group (non-political/educational) which you might be interested in hearing about. I am looking for people to get involved. I think we probably agree more than the impression you may have. E-mail me @ r.henricksen49@gmail.com Hope to hear from you. Thanks.
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Any person who hates JEWS has my vote. Look at what these JEW BANKING BASTARDS have done with this great nation. You all need to wake up and see how truley evil these money loving sons of bitches are. Not all of them as a whole, just the ones who seek power and corruption. Its time we all wake up in the Christian right and realize we are being decieved by these jews who control the federal reserve, our congress, president, and military industrial complex. Henry Ford was right in warning us about the JEws, don't believe me, google how he would include a book warning people about the evil jews with the purchase of every automobile.Maybe Hitler was right, he just went about it the wrong way. I am putting my money behind Trafficante. And another thing I will never go to the movies again or allow anyone in my family to go either. I will not contribute to these money hording jews who only use money to kill innocent palestinian children. FUCK THE JEWS!
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|75.179.43.xxx |2010-04-19 19:30:08 rudy56David..You are a nothing but a NAZI LOVING WHITE CHRISTIAN CRAP MINDED ANIMAL, how do you like it WHITE BOY!
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|71.79.157.xxx |2010-04-20 08:25:08 Eddie Stewart - CrazyYou obviously havent ever read the book your supposed religion is based on. And I hate to be the one to tell you this but the Lord Jesus that Christianity is based on was a Jew. You dont even make any sense. Good luck with insane views like you have. And have you ever noticed the 3000+ rocket attacks against Israel every year? If you knew anything about reality, you would know that it has been Egypt and Syria blocking a Palistinian state not Israel. Im sure you dont actually care about facts though. People like you like to make up your own truth, that is very far from the actual truth.
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|24.209.41.xxx |2010-04-21 21:50:56 Robert HenricksenDavid, nice try. You do not represent any element of the Tea Party movement and you try just a little too hard to sound like a right winger. You are obviously attempting to associate this hateful rhetoric with us and it doesn't work. If you were to say something like this to my face, I would choke you to sleep after knocking your teeth out of your filthy mouth on behalf of the millions of holocaust victims and their families. But you never would put your face to this talk, would you? You are no Christian, so don't ever try to link my faith with this hateful garbage. Whether you actually believe this or not, you are a scumbag.
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|65.185.94.xxx |2010-04-21 16:22:17 Andrea - In response to Eddie...Eddie, you bring up some interesting points, that I hope more people will discuss. Am I correct in guessing your the same person I heard on the radio... If so, I heard you call and would like to add some thoughts.
I have recently begun getting more involved in our local Tea party events. There is more than one local Tea party group. I will speak on behalf of myself, and let others speak on behalf of the Tea parties they represent. I hope that your wrong about the Tea parties pushing for Traficant. I welcome him to come and speak, as I do all others politicians and business leaders. I have been surprised at the "celebrity" status of Jim, and am also curious about his popularity. My guess is that he is saying alot of the things that people want to hear about big government and the current Democtratic party. Fair enough. I too, would rather support another candidate that better reflected my values. I am trying to find out all I can about the other candidates running against Ryan. My concern is that they are not well known. Hopefully time will change that. If it doesn't, then we are dealt an interesting challenge...Vote for Tim Ryan (and we know the course he has taken), take a risk on an unknown, or support Traficant (if he runs as an independant). There are alot of people in this area that support him and his views, fellon or not. Let's hope it doesn't come to that.
I think your criticism is fair. My advice, get involved and help make a change. I have learned that Tea party members share some different views. But we also share some common views as well. Lets work together, as Americans, and find and support good candidates that support the Constitution and our rights as individuals.
As for David...please sell your "crazy" somewhere else.
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|71.79.157.xxx |2010-05-01 07:50:14 Eddie Stewart - ContactIf you would like to talk about whats going on or get involved with anything me or the people I know are doing send an email to scallor@aol.com . Yes I am the person you heard on the radio :] .
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I don't believe that Mr. Stewart knows anything about Jim Traficant's view towards the Jewish people..Perhaps you would like to ask him in person. "Watch his interview on Hannity sometime" and what? This is a vague attempt to peg Traficant as a anti-semite.
Perhaps you should do some more research on the matter and not quote from fox news.
On the matter of the Tea Party. Did either Mr. Stewart or the other bashers bother to go and listen...I think not, or I stand corrected.
I helped organize the Warren Tea Party and invited the guest speakers including Jim in person. The only fact in the matter is that he was (convicted) for pissing off the IRS and the FED.
Other speakers included: Dan Moadus (D)
Jim Gramm (R) William Pierce (I) Sandra O'Brien (R)............I even invited Tim Ryan.
We are not likely to be hijacked by Palin, Beck, or any of the above.
We are proud to be a part of the national Campaign for Liberty which was brought about by the Ron Paul Revolution. We stand by the Mission Statement of the Campaign for Liberty which is:
To promote and defend the great American principles of individual liberty, constitutional government, sound money, free markets, and a noninterventionist foreign policy, by means of educational and political activity.
Bank on it
~SW
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|71.79.157.xxx |2010-04-18 23:22:17 Eddie Stewart - ResponseI watched him with my own eyes and ears. No one else had to tell me anything. Hannity even asked him if he wanted to stand by the statements and he said yes. And yes everyone can now call you fair. You invited everyone. But why would anyone want to waste the time that you have to wake people up about whats going on, listening to Tim Ryan or Jim Traficant. Havent we already heard their tired old crap that is about to ruin our country. And im sure Tim Ryan was too scared to ever do such a thing anyway.Why not let someone who actually loves America and wants to follow the Constitution have some time. Maybe some of your other speakers do I dont know them. Im about to get much more involved in area politics, so im sure I will know what they stand for soon. You cant expect to change anything when you keep sending the same old politicians who do nothing but spend their time looking for new ways to rip off the American tax payers. They dont even read or write bills anymore. Its time for real change not more of the same bullcrap.
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|76.17.136.xxx |2010-04-18 22:52:02 AmerikaDo you think Sarah Palin would campaign for Jimbo? She'd be perfect, but she ain't cheap!!!
Maybe they could run for the White House, the FELON and the HALF-TERM GOV'NER!!!
Crazy Jim and Caribou Barbie, 2012-2013 and a half!!!
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|66.61.65.xxx |2010-04-18 23:55:53 Shawn Wolfe - I'll give you thatAmerika,
I'll give you that, but Palin is a far greater danger than Traficant ever could be.
Still..............it's a funny quote.
Eddie,
We have a difference of opinion and that's cool.
You are correct about " Havent we already heard their tired old crap that is about to ruin our country. And im sure Tim Ryan was too scared to ever do such a thing anyway.Why not let someone who actually loves America and wants to follow the Constitution have some time."
Good luck with your political future (really)
~SW
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