tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14566168420773259452011-04-21T14:38:30.239-05:00The leadership Kansas needs for the rough road aheadfarmerjoehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00397730886184765013noreply@blogger.comBlogger411100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1456616842077325945.post-65122085157212211032009-04-11T19:21:00.009-05:002009-04-11T19:42:57.663-05:00

I have been asked to change the name of my blog so that it is clear I have no relationship to the Tim Huelskamp for Congress campaign.Under normal circumstances, I would delete this blog now that I've started a new one, Right Kansas. However, in light of the recent hit blog against Sue Boldra, I am instead posting this last notice and keeping this blog open to protect against unwanted blogging

farmerjoehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00397730886184765013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1456616842077325945.post-87150096324660179152009-04-09T17:32:00.007-05:002009-04-09T17:49:04.775-05:00

Visit rightkansas.blogspot.com...Well, I guess I have some egg on my face. Of course, I'm anonymous, so I guess I'll deal with it, right?Anyway, imagine my surprise when I got this email.To whom it may concern,I am contacting you regarding your blog, Huelskampherald.blogspot.com, and I am asking that you change the name.The name implies an affiliation with the Huelskamp campaign, which is

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The Hutchinson News has a great editorial up that you'll want to take a look at. As Wasinger and company take their strategy national, things continue to turn sour in the big first regarding carpetbaggers wanting an office with power.

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It's the joke that never dies.Over the past couple of days, Rob Wasinger has begun reaching out to national blogs and posting his thoughts and comments there. It's difficult for me to be critical of this as more information from candidates is good and I appreciate someone willing to use new media to reach new voters.And if that were the only motives behind the blogger bust out, I'd be fine. But

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In light of the Salina Journal article on Tracey Mann, I thought my quick campaign finance search would be of interest.Described as "conservative, but not ideologic," Mann understands agriculture and "the importance of small business to central and western Kansas" Hemmer said.Yes, that conservative label is awfully handy isn't it? As with every other candidate so far (of course with the exception

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I had this blog post all written out and then I just couldn't help myself. So, there's my April Fool's attention getting title.Now, as the late Paul Harvey would say, here's the rest of the story...After learning of Sen. Tom Coburn's endorsement of Rep. Jerry Moran, I began to ponder why the race between Rep. Moran and Rep. Todd Tiahrt has thus far been civil and obedient in comparison to the

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It's easy to see why Kansans for Life decided to endorse Sen. Huelskamp.An amendment was successfully adopted by the Kansas Senate that would de-fund Planned Parenthood in Kansas during the next budget year. Although the amendment still faces several hurdles, mainly pro-abortion Gov. Sebelius, the amendment just goes to show the strength and courage Sen. Huelskamp has to attack even the mightiest

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While I left the country for spring break, it seems politics never takes a break anymore.Kansans for Life took the unprecedented step of endorsing Sen. Tim Huelskamp for Congress a few days ago, which makes it, I'm sure, the earliest endorsement of a candidate in KFL history.What makes this endorsement so interesting is Rob Wasinger's attempt in a March 10 fund raising letter to make it appear

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When I started my blog, I began with just a quick google search of Rob Wasinger. I didn't know who he was or even where he was from, so I wanted to know more about him. Quite honestly, someone from Sen. Brownback's office didn't seem like they could be that bad to me.Combining his name with Sam Brownback turned up many different results. One was a March 2008 press release from the McCain campaign

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The Wichita Eagle editorial blog noted today Sen. Huelskamp's opposition to a plan that would consolidate Kansas counties into 13 versus the 105 the state currently has. “Wouldn’t we just save a lot more if we eliminate them all?” — Sen. Tim Huelskamp (in photo), R-Fowler, on the proposal by Sen. Chris Steineger, D-Kansas City, to consolidate Kansas’ 105 counties into 13 supercountiesThe

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Goodness, I step away from the computer for a couple days and everything breaks loose.Well, there's now four people who want to replace Jerry Moran. I'm sure that's just the start. I really wouldn't be surprised to see eight or nine different candidates either get in or out by the time it's all said and done.In any case, it would seem Team Wassyngton has learned their lesson well and put out a

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After being an Obama groupie for over a year now, Sebelius finally got a little lovin' with an HHS nomination today.I can't say that I'm thrilled for the governor. While I'm happy she's leaving Kansas (hell, I'd help her pack the U-Haul), she's potentially going to be in a position where she can harm not just people in Kansas but the whole nation. Her government-fits-all solutions are not what we

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Sen. Huelskamp has a guest post on Stay Red Kansas. Stay Red is allowing all of the primary election candidates give an appeal as to why they should be elected. Go on over and give it a read. Here are a few sections I particularly liked:My record as a Kansas conservative leader is clear and consistent: For more than a decade in the Kansas State Senate, I've been a leading advocate for fiscal

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Well, this is going to be rather boring, but here goes...My blog was graced with being the first place where Wasinger supporters linked to the first Huelskamp video they put out. It was just dumb luck that I happened to be online at the time and was the first one to view the video, as you can see by the screen shots with this post.I've never been the first person to view a video on YouTube except

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I think the best of Saturday Night Live comes around every four years. It's probably the only thing that keeps them from being canceled, if you ask me.I think one of the best one liners came from the first Bush/Gore debate of 2000.Unfortunately, I wasn't able to find the video of the second debate, but you may remember it. Bush had been criticized for not knowing much about foreign policy, so in

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Well, I found some WiFi and it's a good thing I did. "Tim Huelskamp is a rare breed of leader who boldly stands up for conservative principles -- and has a ten-year voting record to prove it."That just part of the glowing endorsement Tim Huelskamp received earlier today from former Presidential candidate (and winner of the Kansas GOP caucus I might add) Mike Huckabee.There's only one reason these

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Wow, so the state finally went broke. With Sebelius at the wheel, it was just a matter of time.My hat's off to legislative leaders for finally standing up for what is right. I can't say that I'm any too happy to learn my return will be delayed, but this train wreck has been in the works for many, many years.Well, it's been an eventful couple of days, but ol' farmerjoe won't be Schilling out much

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Sun Publications Steve Rose is a patriot. A Joe Biden patriot.In a Wednesday editorial, Rose blamed the state's current fiscal crisis on tax cuts over the years. And not just the cuts from last year or the year before, but all tax cuts from, well, seemingly forever.A friend who serves in the Legislature asked the state’s research team to figure out how much all the costs of all the tax cuts have

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Mary Clarkin from the Hutch News has another interesting article up about the funneling of funds by Tim Barker's parents.The Barker for Kansas campaign report showing money raised and spent during 2008 revealed the campaign returned $1,840 apiece to the candidate's parents, Patrick and Ann Barker, Pratt, because their donations exceeded federal limits.The problem appeared to be triggered by

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A late posting I realize, but I just came across this video today and enjoyed it so much I thought I'd share it.From catholicvote.orgNBC Sacks Pro-Life Super Bowl AdCHICAGO, Jan. 29 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- NBC has rejected an uplifting and positive pro-life ad submitted for its Super Bowl broadcast this Sunday. After several days of negotiations, an NBC representative in Chicago told

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When it comes to government transparency, Republican's continue to lead the state in innovative, practical ideas. I'm happy to say Sen. Huelskamp is among those leaders.A recent Kansas Liberty article outlined Senate bill 226 which would require all Kansas school districts to post their spending data online in a searchable database similar to KanView. According to Liberty:"KanView was an

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Throughout the short campaign so far, Rob Wasinger has attempted to portray himself as a Kansan who was simply returning to his roots.It's been a delicate balancing act because he still owns a nearly $1 million home in Virginia that he hasn't been able to unload. To further compound the situation, his wife had listed the home on her website, which was quickly noticed here in Kansas. As of today,

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I have to hand it to the Wasinger campaign, they are such... how do I say this tactfully... artists, when it comes to leaving discrete anonymous comments to promote their candidate. Is Huelskamp going to sign the clean campaign pledge like Wasinger did today?You know, those pledges only mean something if you, well, abide by it. From Rollcall today: And according to campaign finance records,

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A little laughable non-first district news for you.The Kansas Democrat Buffalo Blog posted today that the Kansas Senate voted 40-0 to, (oh well, it's so good let me quote it), support "Gov. Sebelius's Position Against Housing Detainees from Gitmo."Now how freakin' hilarious is that? HER position! You know, it was Sebelius (or Gov. Syphilis as my brother likes to call her...something about being

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As I previously noted, there is a new blog about the first district race. I'm certainly glad to link to it, as they have done so for me.If you haven't figured this out already, let me be clear: I support Tim Huelskamp for Congress. I write this blog in an effort to get the truth out about his positions and what he's done for Kansas as well as get the truth out about his opponents and why they are

farmerjoehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00397730886184765013noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1456616842077325945.post-30262112078123980602009-02-01T00:16:00.006-06:002009-02-01T00:22:36.719-06:00

It's a full moon in Kansas tonight. Wichita Liberty has posted video of the Kansas Jackass, who is anonymous no more.Perhaps more on that later. Probably not though. The video is hilarious though. Deer-in-the-headlight, if you know what I mean.

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Apparently conservatives aren't as divided as everyone thought.An email to hhkansas@gmail.com today said that Jerry Moran, Todd Tiahrt, Sam Brownback, and Tim Huelskamp were all in attendance at the KRA Banquet Friday night. Wasinger was no where to be found.Well, here's the whole email: Just thought you'd like to know Wasinger was no where to be found at the KRA Banquet last night. Moran, Tiahrt

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In what can only be described as expected, Rob Wasinger raised just under 3.4% of total itemized contributions from within Kansas.What is somewhat unexpected is his inability to itemize a single contributor from within the district he hopes to represent.As the charts above demonstrate, Huelskamp is the clear winner in raising funds where it matters.A state to state analysis shows Virginia to be

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Can somebody send Wassy a memo...if you want to win an election in Kansas, it really helps if you know people, well, who are in Kansas.Of course, I'm referring to the Fred Thompson endorsement Wasinger has posted on his website. It's supposed to be a big deal I guess (heck, I like Fred as much as the next guy, even though he has about as much liveliness as my 90 year old grandmother on a Monday

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I simply can't take it anymore. Even though the batty Barker people have decided to stop their illogical posting about how wonderful he is, I've pretty much decided that the real reason he doesn't have a chance needs to come out.Simply put... Republican primary voters won't vote for a guy who's never gone to the trouble of voting in a primary election himself.That's right my friend, Mr. Tim "

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When it comes to tangible pro-life endorsements that translate into votes rather than anonymous blog comments, Tim Huelskamp seems to be way ahead (although he gets a lot of anonymous comments too.)Concerned Women of America PAC today endorsed Tim Huelskamp for Congress over Rob Wasinger of Virginia/Washington/Boston..........and Hays (kind of sort of not really), and no name "Think I'll run for

farmerjoehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00397730886184765013noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1456616842077325945.post-73516396528351517412009-01-22T12:53:00.002-06:002009-01-22T12:56:24.632-06:00

Did a quick check of the Wasinger website just now. I'm still not seeing all those pro-life endorsements. What's up Rob? Why hide? I'm sure Kansans are just waiting for people who have never been to Kansas to tell them how to vote.Got proof? Email hhkansas@gmail.com

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I was checking out Rob's website this evening to see if he had been able to produce anymore photo's of himself (none so far), when instead I was greeted with this headline: "Rob first to sign Taxpayer Protection Pledge"Now, I'm not the hottest french fry in the happy meal, but this struck me as rather odd considering Sen. Huelskamp has been in office since January of 1997 and has voted on

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Well, I've been graced with criticism from a Democrat. I'm shocked. (Cue the sarcasm.)Of course, those in the know are aware that Kansas Jackass is a hold over from Boyda Bloc. The author is rather liberal in their views. I know, it's shocking they're (oh, wait, WERE) a Boyda supporter because she was...you know...so moderate.In any case, I admit I enjoy reading our liberal 'friends' blog, which

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I couldn't help but laugh out loud as I scanned the headline."Pair vying for Moran seat must boost ties" the headline proclaimed.Uhhh, yea think McFly?Well, apparently one out of the "pair" doesn't.Wasinger pointed out that Kansas has a history of sending people to Congress who have gained experience on Capitol Hill and then have run for office. He cited the example of U.S. Sen. Pat Roberts,

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Dirt Diver, a relatively new Kansas blog, has a short rumor posted that Rob Wasinger is considering greener pastures already after not getting much traction against frontrunner Tim Huelskamp.Apparently Wasinger doesn't agree. He most vividly signed his name to a comment where he called the author an "idiot" then followed up by suggesting he was working for Huelskamp.You mean like how the now

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When it comes to cutting state pork, there's nobody better than Sen. Tim Huelskamp.Huelskamp announced yesterday that he intends to scrutinize every penny of state spending in the face of a $1 billion state deficit. In light of some Senate Republicans refusing to discuss possible budget solutions and still blaming the budget shortfall on "tax cuts" rather than their own over spending, Sen.

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Well, we're a little late with the news, but good news can never be too late, right?Sen. Huelskamp has formally announced his bid for Congress with a late night email to supporters. (You can click the email on the left to enlarge it.)Sen. Huelskamp had many great things to say in his announcement. The most refreshing, however, was Sen Huelskamp's understanding that conservative principles are

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Sen. Huelskamp formally announced his bid for Congress late last night.And the question everyone asked: How did we get to the point where Washington is controlled by big-government socialists who attack our traditional, American values?I believe the answer is simple.Leaders in Washington in both political parties have lost touch with the fundamental principles that most Americans live our lives

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Well, the "votes" are in and Sen. Tim Huelskamp is the clear front runner to replace Rep. Jerry Moran in Washington.As Politico reported on Jerry Moran's decision to seek a U.S. Senate seat, they also note only one candidate in the running to replace Moran, Tim Huelskamp.Already conservatives are buzzing about Kansas state senator Tim Huelskamp as a possible successor for Moran.Following up on

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Welcome to the Huelskamp Herald!This blog has been created as a way to promote the next best hope for Kansas' First Congressional District, Sen. Tim Huelskamp.2010 is just around the corner. With current Rep. Jerry Moran running for the U.S. Senate, there will be a competitive race in the Big First and Sen. Huelskamp will need everyone's help to remain the front runner in the race. Enter the

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