Handel Wins GA 6th.

Despite the best efforts by the State of California to interfere in Georgia's election that would have made even Vladimir Putin proud, Jon Ossoff failed to defeat Karen Handel. I suspect with all the extra campaign money and the new name recognition, Jon Ossoff will be a future Democrat candidate for governor. This is not good news for Stacey Abrams or Kasim Reed.

Those of us living in the district can now get a little rest from the endless onslaught of political commercials. Now on to next year's gubernatorial and mid-term elections :)

Georgia 6th Congressional District Holds Convention / Rally for Handel and Kirkpatrick

23 April 2017 - A lot to talk about, so let's get started!

1. - The 6th Congressional District GOP Convention.  The convention was held at the Le Meridian Hotel in Dunwoody Georgia on Saturday, 22 April 2017. Convention started at 10:00 and lasted until about 1 PM.  The convention was small, only about 180 total voting delegates after all the alternates were seated. Michael Fitzgerald, outgoing 6th District chairman welcomed everyone to the meeting before turning the convention over to Ann Lewis.

   The runoff for the 32nd District State Senate race between Democrat Christine Triebsch and Republican Kay Kirkpatrick will be held May 16th, with early voting allowed on May 8th - 12th. Only those registered for the April 18th special election will be allowed to vote in the runoff.
Kay Kirkpatrick attended the convention and spoke briefly from the podium.

Kay Kirkpatrick addresses the 6th District GOP Convention on 22 April 2017

  Lt. Governor Casey Cagle addressed the delegates and mentioned an April 30th rally in Gwinnett where he will most likely announce his candidacy for Governor.

  Karen Handle addressed the delegates and was joined on stage by several of the other Republican candidates for the 6th Congressional District seat as a show of unity and support. Among the candidates endorsing Handel were Mohammad Ali Bhuiyan, Bob Gray,  and several others. The runoff for the 6th Congressional District between Karen Handel and Democrat Jon Ossoff (AKA "Pajama Boy") will be held June 20th. State Senator Hunter Hill also addressed the audience.

National GOP coordinator Elliot Echols, from Rome, GA addressed the delegates about coordination efforts between the RNC and the GA GOP for the GOTV effort for the 6th Congressional race.

RNC Coordinator Elliot Echols addresses the 6th District GOP Convention on 22 April 2017

   Ann Lewis received the Sue Everhart award.

   Secretary of State Brian Kemp (also a candidate for Governor) addressed the delegates and discussed his upcoming campaign and the current suite by the ACLU over the Ga. voter registration laws.

   All of the 20 alternate delegates for Cobb county were seated with the exception of 2 who apparently got bored and left prior to the start of business.

   In the 6th district chairman's race Daryl Wilson of Marietta defeated Bob Dallas of Dunwoody.

   One resolution was adopted by the convention opposing the National Popular Vote Compact, an effort seeking to bypass the Electoral College.

During the Election of the District and State Committees mass confusion reigned, as the nominating committee proposed and the convention elected a slate of 12 candidates for the 6th District Committee and 10 candidates for the State Committee. The only problem was the according to section 2.2 (B) (6) of the 6th Congressional District Republican Party rules, the District can only have 10 at-large members on the committee, and the State Committee requires 12 members. After much discussion an additional 2 members were nominated and elected to the State committee and 2 individuals voluntarily stepped down from the District Committee. At the conclusion of the elections a motion was made to adjourn, which the convention chair accepted around 1PM.

Carson Hosts Raucous Town Hall Meeting in Cobb.

State District 46 Representative John Carson hosted a town hall meeting on Monday, February 20^th at the Mountain View Public Library in a standing room only situation with over 100 people present. Tension was high throughout the meeting due to the presence of #Resist: Marietta at the meeting.

The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and a prayer. The meeting started with a request for respect and civility, which, with the exception of a couple of loud outbursts, held for most of the meeting.

Topics covered included the 2018 Budget being voted out of the House. There was a $514 million funding increase for k-12teachers.

There was a $160 million for a 2% pay increase for teachers.

Quality Based Education (QBE) was discussed.

HB 65 medical cannabis was discussed. This is specific to cannabis oil products and is favored by Carson.

2^nd Amendment issues were discussed and included Constitutional Carry, Campus Carry, and Reciprocity.

Mary Margret Oliver’s ban on assault weapons was also discussed.

Discussions continued over the repeated interruptions of a protester named “Trevor”, who grew impatient with Carson’s summary.

Mercy billing was discussed, it is currently being reviewed by the Insurance Committee.

The summary continued with the controversial topic of Casino Resort Senate Bill 79/ HB 158 for “Destination Resorts”. If these bills are voted out of committee and passed, it will require a Constitutional Amendment.

Finally, School Choice, and the Auto Policy Insurance Bill were discussed.

After the summary, Carson entertained questions. The first came from Tanya Peterson, who expressed her concern over guns.

Other questions involved School Choice, the proposal for a State appointed “turn-around” consultant for failing schools, and transportation for the Public-School System.

I found the meeting very informative in spite of the occasional shouting and interruption and have a feeling we may see more of the same at Carson’s next town hall on Monday, March 20^th.

Additional Information:

Town Hall Meetings

Monday, January 30th, 7-8pm

Monday, February 20th, 7-8pm

Monday, March 20th, 7-8pm

Mountain View Regional Library 

(not the community center!)

3320 Sandy Plains Road

Marietta, GA 30066 

Contact Information:

Capitol Office
607-A Coverdell Legislative Office Bldg.                                                        
Atlanta, GA 30334                                                                                                          
Capitol Office Phone: (404) 656-0287                                                                  
john.carson@house.ga.gov
Legislative Assistant: Vanessa Turner                                                       
vanessa.turner@house.ga.gov                                                                  

District Office
3605 Sandy Plains Rd., Suite 240-123
Marietta, GA  30066
Office Phone (404) 520-8826
john@votejohncarson.com  

New Years Message

Sunday, January 13, 2013 -  With the first full week of 2013 behind us now, I thought it would be time to list some items of interest coming up in the soon:

1. The Cobb GOP will be having a committee meeting this Thursday, January 17, at 6:30 in the Marietta City Hall Committee Room, located at 205 Lawrence Street in Marietta, Ga. This will be an important meeting as Mass Precint Meetings will be held in February, with the County Convention and the State Convention in March and May respectively. Contact the cobb GOP at www.cobbgop.org for more information.

Not in Cobb County, but close enough - the Heritage Foundation's President Edwin Feulner will be introducing his replacement, former Soutth Carolina U.S. Senator Jim Demint, at a meet and greet reception. The event will take place at the Westin Hotel, Tuesday, February 12, at 6:00 PM. The Westin is located at 3391 Peachtree Road in Atlanta, GA.

The Lincoln Day Dinner with U.S. Representative Tom Price will take place at the Petite Auberge Restaurant Saturday, February 9, 2013, at 6:30 PM. Tickets are $50.00 a person.



 

State Representative Bobby Franklin Dies.

Tuesday, January 26, 2011 - State Representative Bobby Franklin, staunch conservative of the GA general assembly, was found dead in his home this morning by police who were called by a family friend who had stopped by his residence to check up on him when he had failed to show for church service on Sunday. Although the cause of death is not currently identified, Franklin had complained of chest pains on Friday.
Bobby was first elected as State Representative for the 43rd district in 1996 and represented my area of Cobb County. He was a hard core conservative who advocated for Christian values, the right to life, and fiscal conservatism. Although he often drew fire for his far right views, he was credited with reaching across the aisle and helping to reach a compromise during the bitter Georgia State Flag debate several years ago. Franklin served on the Banking Committee and the Judiciary Committee, among others.
I will miss seeing Bobby at the GOP breakfasts on the 1st Saturday of the month and seeing his pickup truck in the driveway just down the road.

Cobb GOP Chair Scott Johnson Leads Last Breakfast

Thursday, 03 March 2011 - This Saturday Cobb County GOP Chair Scott Johnson will celebrate his last breakfast as head of the Party in Cobb County. The breakfast will be held at the regular location, Williamson Brothers Barbecue on Roswell Road, beginning at 8:00. Next Saturday March the 12th will be the County Convention where a new GOP Chair will be elected. 
After the breakfast at approximately 10:00 AM there will be a meeting of the Nnominating Committee for District and State delegates. Those wishing to be a delegate to either the District Convention on April 16th, or the State Convention in Macon May 13th to 14th need to appear before the nominating committee to ensure your name appears on the delegate slate which will be approved at the County Convention.
Helen Story will be hosting a meet and greet for the Joe Dendy Slate of Candidates for the Cobb GOP Executive Officers at her home on Saturday, March 5th from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. If you plan to attend RSVP Helen Story at 770-997-6891, or email her at Hstory66@comcast.net.

GA GOP Chair Race to Highlight State Convention.

Saturday, 25 December 2010 - Cobb Resident Sue Everhart will sek a third term as chair of the Georgia State Republican Party. During the December Cobb GOP Breakfast on December 4th Everhart formally announced her candidacy. In the audience, and also addressing his run for the State GOP chair run was Shawn Hanley, chair of the Fulton County GOP. Hanley announced his candidacy on November 18th, expecting Sue Everhart to follow the tradition of stepping down after serving 2 terms.

   Sue Everhart was successfully elected to a second term without the backing of Sonny Perdue and it is no secret that Nathan Deal is seeking to get his own candidate elected to the top GOP Party position. Although no formal announcement has been made, several names have been floated through the rumor mill. The most mentioned name is that of Cobb County resident and Deal transition team member Trisha Pridemore. Pridemore has not officially announced and it is not expected that she would until after the transition and inauguration are complete.

  The Georgia Republican Party, unlike the Georgia Democrat Party, elects the State Chairman at the State Convention in odd numbered years for a term of 2 years. When the Democrats had a strangle hold on the Governor's  Office, the Governor   selected the Party Chair for the Democrats. In a year of anti-incumbacy sentiment and given that Nathan Deal barely squeaked by Karen Handel in a Primary runnoff, I just don't think the Governor elect has enough political capital to unseat an incumbent State Party Chair who presided over a sweep of all the State Offices in the last election.

   With the table set for a three way race, it should be an interesting 5 months leading to the GOP State Convention in Macon next May.

PRE ELECTION PREDICTIONS

01 November 2010 - With the elections only 10 hours away, it is time for me to boldly go out on a limb and make my pre election predictions. So standing naked for all the world to see here are my predictions:

With the Democrat Safe and the Republican Safe currently at 48 to 45, seven seats are rated as toss-ups. In order to capture the Senate, Republicans need 6.  I predict they will win 5, resulting in a 50 50 split Senate.

Here are my picks:

California -  Democrat Boxer over Republican Fiorina
Colorado - Republican Buck over Democrat Bennet
Illinois - Republican Kirk over Democrat Giannoulias
Nevada - Republican Angle over Democrat Reid
Pennsylvania - Republican Toomey over Democrat Sestak
Washington - Republican Rossi over Democrat Murray
West Virginia - Democrat Manchin over Republican Raece.

Possible Upset - Fiorina over Boxer.

Be prepared to stay up late.

Preview of Cobb County School Board Races

Preview of Cobb County School Board Races

Cobb GOP Breakfast Draws Large Crowd As Early Voting Starts

With early voting already underway and the Georgia primaries set for July 20th, candidates are scrambling to round up votes as they enter the home stretch for the primaries.


Two events were front and center today for local candidate. The first event was the monthly Cobb County Republican Breakfast at Williamson Brothers Barbecue. Three Candidates served as headline speakers. The first was Jeff Chapman, candidate for Governor, who joins a very crowded field of 6 other candidates on the Republican ticket. Can anyone say “Runoff”?

Maria Sheffield, candidate for Insurance Commissioner, gave a very inspiring speech and seems to be the best qualified of the candidates to have appeared in front of the Cobb GOP breakfast crown in the previous months.

Brian Kemp finished the session campaigning for Secretary of State. Kemp was recently appointed as interim Secretary Of State by Governor Sonny Perdue when Karen Handel resigned from the office to run for Governor. Kemp spent a large amount of his time delivering a scathing smack down against his sole Republican opponent Doug MacGinnitie for his campaign tactics.

Later on in the day a Senatorial fundraiser for U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson was hosted by Congressman Phil Gingrey, Lieutenant Governor Casey Cagle, and Congressman Tom Price at the Mathis/Davidson/Garrett Property. Isakson is running unopposed in the Republican Primary.

CITIZEN GEORGIA HOSTS EGGS AND ISSUES IN SOUTH COBB

Below is an announcement from former Cobb County GOP Chairman and radio talk show host Anthony Scott Hobbs' political action group Citizen Georgia. They will be meeting the third Saturday of the month, Cobb GOP meets the first Saturday of the month --- when am I supposed to cut the lawn?


Citizen Georgia: Georgia Business and Political Networking


Georgia Business and Political discussion, debate, activism, issues

A message to all members of Citizen Georgia: Georgia Business and Political Networking

Every Third Saturday of the month, Citizen Georgia Eggs and Issues and the Tea Party Business Network meet to discuss and debate issues with political and civic guests. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEE YOU AND HEARING YOUR VOICE!



WE MEET AT THE PICCADILLY AT 536 Cobb Parkway Southeast, Marietta ON THE THIRD SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH.



JOIN US ON FEBRUARY 20TH (DOORS OPEN AT 8 AM) BREAKFAST PROGRAM STARTS AT 8:30 AM.

Visit Citizen Georgia: Georgia Business and Political Networking at:
http://citizengeorgia.ning.com/?xg_source=msg_mes_network

Illegal Aliens Cause Stir in Court House Construction.

12 February 2009 - A big tip of the hat to the activist group Jobs for Georgians for holding Cobb County government accountable. Below is a formal statement from Cobb Commission Chairman (and candidate for State Attorney General) Sam Olens regarding the recent dust up over the illegal aliens working for a subcontractor on the construction site of the Cobb County Courthouse. Do you think this incedent will have any effect on his campaign for State Attorney General?

Statement from Cobb County Commission Chairman Sam Olens


(Marietta, GA -- February 11, 2010)

Last Thursday I received an e-mail concerning possible illegal workers at the County Courthouse project. The e-mail was forwarded to Turner, the general contractor, requesting immediate review of the allegations and a response forthwith.

Turner had affidavits per SB 529 and federal law, for all of its subcontractors on the job site. Unfortunately, it appears that a subcontractor, Zebra, hired a sub sub without complying with SB 529. The “Jobs for Georgians” complaint was verified and the sub sub has been removed from the site. We thank “Jobs for Georgians” for bringing this illegal activity to our attention. Turner is now seeking affidavits of sub subs and is reviewing their policies to include spot checks and name checks with I-9s.

Cobb County was in all likelihood the first local government in Georgia to fully comply with SB 529 and we are embarrassed and frustrated by Zebra’s alleged actions. All tax dollars should be sp¬ent consistent with Georgia law, assuring all labor on job sites is legal.

We have requested that Turner review all available legal options concerning the actions of Zebra and seek 100% compliance with the law at all times. Legal issues remain regarding possible fines and breach of contract. I have directed that the pertinent file be submitted to ICE for investigation.

Further, we remain concerned that SB 529 needs further strengthening. Proposed HB 1164 provides penalties for governments and contractors but not subcontractors. It is apparent that even with governments requiring the pertinent affidavits, contractors and subcontractors need to be fully responsible for every single employee on a job site.

###

For immediate release:

Robert Quigley

770-528-2480

ELECTION YEAR KICKS OFF FOR COBB GOP.

Sunday, January 3rd, 2010 -  Congressman Tom Price kicked off the new election year Saturday with a fiery talk at the standing room only Cobb GOP Breakfast. The talk was optimistic, and Price stressed how the Republicans are continuing to offer positive alternatives to the Obama administration's efforts on Health Care, Energy Policy, Immigration, Unemployment, Deficit Spending, Closing Guatanimo Bay, and National Security.

   Also in attendance were Congressmen Phil Gingrey and Nathan Deal.  Several candidates for office also spoke, including Nathan Deal who is running for Govorner.

   Upcoming events include:

   Tuesday, January 5th - 6:00 - 8:00 PM John Oxendine Fundraiser (suggested contribution $50.00) at InfoMart, 1582 Terrell Mill Road, Venture Center Office Park, MArietta, GA 30067. Contact Lew Stafford 404-543-1010 for more information.

   Tuesday, January 5th - 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM Women for Karen Handel Luncheon Westin Atlanta Perimeter North, Grand Ballroom, Seven Concourse Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30328 ($30.00) (www.KarenHandel.com/Women)

Tuesday, January 5th - 5:30 - 7:00 PM Women for Karen Handel Evening Reception 5:30 - 7:00 PM, The Buckhead Club, 3344 Peachtree Road, NE #2600, ($30.00).

Tuesday, January 5th - 5:00 - 7:00 PM Cobb Young Republicans, Williamson Brothers BBQ. for more information go to http://www.cobbyr.org/

Wednesday, January 6th - 5:30 - 7:00 PM Tommy Williams and Chip Rogers Reception, GA Tech Hotel and Conference Center, Club Room, 800 Spring Street, Atlanta, GA 30308. Contact Ann Casas 678-469-1583 for more information.

UPCOMING EVENTS IN DECEMBER

December 1, 2006 Tuesday - Lots of holiday activity in Cobb County for all Conservatives:

From the MDJ:

1. POLITICAL PATTER: The Cobb Republican Party will host its final breakfast of 2009 at 8 a.m. Saturday December 5th, at Williamson Bros. Bar-B.Q. Speaking will be U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson & GOP state school superintendent candidate Roger Hines. The $10 buffet opens at 8:00 & speakers start at 8:30. . . .


2. Brock Clay will host a fundraiser for Cobb Commission chairman candidate Tim Lee at 6:30 p.m. Thursday December 3rd, at their offices at 49 Atlanta St., in Marietta. Requested minimum contribution is $150 per person.

Chip Rogers is also holding a townhall meeting:

3. Event: Townhall Events - December 2009


What: Club/Group Meeting

Start Time: Saturday, December 19 at 9:00am End Time: Saturday, December 19 at 10:00pm

Where: Cobb County Mountain View Community Center

4. Reels for Radicals by the Georgia Tea Party continues:

December 6, 2009 - “Reels for Radicals” Film Series Continues


This Week: "We Have the Power" and "Apocalypse No!"

Location: AMC Barrett Commons 24 in Kennesaw

Time: 3pm

Cost: $7.00 advance, $8.00 at the door.

5. Cobb Young Republicans Christmas Party

the Cobb Young Republicans Christmas Social! It is at 7pm on Tuesday, December 8th at Marlow's Tavern in Kennesaw (745 Chastain Road NW).

Cobb GOP Unveils New Web Site at Meeting

19 November 2009 - On Tuesday evening at the Cobb County GOP meeting, Trisha Pridemore unveiled the new Cobb County GOP website. Speaking as a software engineer who has spent most of my career working on visual displays and graphics I was truley impressed. The site is well laid out, integrated, and concise. It incorporates multimedia and social media in a balanced format. Plus it looks cool. Tak a look at it yourself at www.cobbgop.org. This will be an important tool during next year's campaign effort.

Also mentioned at the meeting - Roger Hines has officially announced his candidacy for the State School Superintendent position. Roger is a fellow Cobb County Republican who assisted David Banks in his successful run for the Cobb County School Board last year. you can find Roger's website here at www.voterogerhines.com Roger will be speaking at the December Cobb GOP Breakfast this Saturday at 8:00 AM.

Here are some other dates to remember

Friday, November 20th, 2009
Cobb County Republican Women Meeting and Luncheon.
Hilton/Marietta Conference Center
11:30 AM
Speaker is GA State GOP Chair Sue Everhart

Sunday, November 22nd, 2009
Reels for Radicals - "America: Freedom to Fascism"
"A Time for Choosing"
AMC Barrett Commons 24 Theaters
3:00 PM
$8:00
more information at: www.cobbteaparty.com


Tuesday, December 1st, 2009
Cobb Young Republicans Meeting
Williamson's Brothers Bar-B-Que
7:00 PM

Saturday, December 5th, 2009
Cobb GOP December Breakfast
Location : TBD
8:00 AM
Senator Johnny Isakson and State School Superintendent Candidate Roger Hines.

Friday, December 11th, 2009
Cobb GOP Christmas Party
U.S. Play on Barrett Parkway
7:00 PM
$25.00 per person

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2010 - REPUBLICAN ROAD TO RECOVERY!

Saturday, January 2nd, 2010
Cobb GOP January Breakfast
Location:TBD
8:00 AM

Thursday, January 7th, 2010
Cobb Young Republicans Meeting
Williamson Brothers Bar-B-Q
7:00 PM

NORTH GEORGIA STATE FAIR

27 September 2009 - The North Georgia State Fair is a major recruiting opportunity for the Cobb GOP and yesterday was no different. I had the opportunity to work the morning shift with Lynn Askea, Barbara Hickey, Wayne Brown, John Delves and District 3 Commission candidates JoAnn Birrell and Earl Stine. Rainey weather discouraged a lot of fair goers, but we still had a good time and hope do a lot of recruiting until the end of the fair on October 4th.

Speaking of District 3 Commission Candidates, I have counted 5 so far - Stephen Moon, Steven Ellis, Troy Welker, JoAnn Birrell, and Earl Stine. I believe all are 1st time candidates for public office and are seeking to replace Tim Lee who will be running for Cobb Commission Chair.Rumor has it Lee may be challenged by former Cobb School Board member Lindsey Tippins.

Kennesaw State University CR Meeting with Jason Shepherd

Sunday, 23 August 2009 - Jason Shepherd is running for the Georgia State House District 37. A State Senate seat currently held by the Democrats. He will be speaking to the College Republicans at Kennesaw State University on September 15th. I have posted details below along with a link to his web site.

Jason Shepherd for Georgia State House District 37
Date:
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Time:
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Location:
Social Sciences Building in room #1022
Street:
Kennesaw State University
City/Town:
Kennesaw, GA
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09 August 2009 - The brewhaha over nationalized healthcare has spilled over in Metro Atlanta. Watch as Congressman David Scott gives the rant response to a question from a doctor in his district about health care.

How we doin' so far Dave ?

Congressman David Scott's Rant

ACORN AND SEIU ENTER THE HEALTHCARE DEBATE

07 August 2009 - As I feared, things have gotten ugly during the health care debates occuring at the town hall meetings happening all across the country. As the administration has advised congressional democrats to "hit back twice as hard", several members of congress have shown up St. Louis, Tampa and other cities across the country escorted by members of ACORN and SEIU.



Don't take my word for it. Follow the links below and check out youtube for actual footage and then make up your own mind.



SEIU send a message in St. Louis



It is time for everyone to get off the couch and let you voice be heard.



This link has schedule of all the Healthcare Rallies coming up in Metro Atlanta :



LIST OF HEALTH CARE RALLIES



Of particular interest is the event scheduled for Congressman David Scott's Health Fair. This will be held August 15th from 10 AM to 2 PM at Mundy's Mill High School, Fayetteville Road, Jonesboro, GA 30238.



Contact Janie Doucette janiedou@hotmail.com

for more information.



It is time for Cobb County to be heard.



There also plans for rallies at each of Cobb Counties 3 Representatives offices on August 22nd at noon. Stay tuned for more details.



Remember the most effective form of protest is through peaceful, respectful non-violence in the tradition of King and Ghandi.

Motivation: Truth: I'm Coming After MSNBC for Calling Sarah Palin the Poster Girl for Racism

A great analysis on the truly hate filled episode between Kathleen Parker and Chris Mathews concerning Sarah Palin.
The hatred (I don't use the word lightly) toward conservatives is reaching a fever pitch and I fear something terrible will happen between now and November 2010.

Motivation: Truth: I'm Coming After MSNBC for Calling Sarah Palin the Poster Girl for Racism