http://www.kenoshacountydems.com Kenosha County Democratic Party Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:02:32 CDT en-us http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1315650 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1315650 Fri, 03 Sep 2010 09:40:00 CDT I finally got around to reading the Huff Post item about Paul Ryan and his Road to Ruin Map pointed out on Facebook by Give Congress Heck on Tuesday, Aug. 31.I sure would like to read the transcript or hear the entire conference call interview. The Road to Ruin Map holds everyone fascinated right now, but the last couple of excerpted quoted sentences grabbed my attention, especially these sentences by Rep. Paul Ryan:nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;"This is about the younger generation reforming these... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1315221 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1315221 Sun, 29 Aug 2010 11:52:35 CDT The Tea Party is full of sound and fury, but what they signify is scary and will destroy America.nbsp; Last year at this time, we let them scare us right out of universal health care.nbsp; The majority of Americans not only want single payer health care, but they need it.nbsp; However, most of us are quiet and respectful.nbsp; We don't run off to Washington D.C. to stand around the Reflecting Pool holding signs.nbsp; We don't scream and shout and protest.nbsp; We just mind our own business... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1311236 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1311236 Mon, 26 Jul 2010 13:49:54 CDT John Heckenlively for Congress. Why I'm running ... Because I have been following Paul Ryan's record for 12 years, and it ranges from conservative to ultra-conservative. Paul Ryan's ideas are to the far right of even his own political party, and that's saying something. The First District has a long and proud history of union activism, in Racine, Kenosha and Janesville especially. But we are represented by one of the most anti-union people in Congress. Ryan has a lifetime support record on... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1304809 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1304809 Sun, 30 May 2010 08:13:14 CDT Dear Friends of Public Education, One of the most precious rights a child in Wisconsin can own, no matter their race, economic background or their 'station' in society,is the right to a publicly supported education. This education is free of politicalnbsp; and religious bias. I am a product of that education as was my mother, father, grandparents and my children.nbsp;That is why Inbsp;have a huge itch I must scratch publicly. I am so outing the rightwing separatist PAC fund "All... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1288208 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1288208 Thu, 14 Jan 2010 14:54:57 CST The answer depends on his own party, on Senate Republicans, who have fought normal legislative progress at every turn with delays to the process. The process in the U.S. Senate has been delayed enough to put many needed bills in danger, until Majority Leader Harry Reid found ways to overcome the obstructions and pass defense spending, homeland security spending, an up-to-date GI Bill, and much else.In mid-January however, Rep. Paul Ryan presumed that Senate Republicans will also fail to block... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1285051 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1285051 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 22:21:42 CST The Democratic View - by Paulette Garinnbsp;The Democratic Party of Wisconsin's platform contains three resolutions in regard to Healthcare Reform all supporting Single Payer.nbsp;Single Payer is the gold standard of healthcare reform.nbsp; It is 100% guaranteed coverage for all Americans regardless of job transfer or pre-existing condition.nbsp; It fulfills President Obama's 3 principles of cost effectiveness, access, and choice unlike any other proposal.nbsp; nbsp;Single Payer is the... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1283614 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1283614 Fri, 27 Nov 2009 12:32:13 CST Recently we in Kenosha have been in uproar about health care and its cost of coverage.The 2008 challenger to Paul Ryan made reform a key part fo her campaign, though many voters didn't understand her or what Democrats wanted to make clear.This Friday morning, far from the Black Friday shopping spree, I find in thenbsp;Racine paper a letternbsp;praising Paul Ryan and denouncing a previous letter Mrs. Krupp sent to Journal Times. It appears under a headline "Get facts right" and completes... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1269792 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1269792 Fri, 07 Aug 2009 09:50:38 CDT Op-Ed: A closer look at Paul Ryan's health plan By Kelly K. GallaherCongressman Paul Ryan has been very busy talking about the health care crisis and touting his plan called "The Patients' Choice Act." My local newspaper invited him to write a series of articles to examine the "facts" of current legislation. After reading his article on July 27, I realized they offered it with no rebuttal or factual verification. A day later, I received a mailing from Ryan criticizing current health... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1269565 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1269565 Wed, 05 Aug 2009 09:47:22 CDT ""I am working hard to make sure that small business owners are protected in this legislation." Sounds familiar, right? Republicans have been parading their deep dedication to shielding and promoting small business for years. Especially among the owners of small businesses. But if you look around for a neighborhood pharmacy or independently-owned gas station or locally-owned auto parts store, you might have to push Walgreens and BP and AutoZone out of the way during your search. A... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1265326 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1265326 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 10:39:57 CDT Today I rode my adult tricycle in a 4th of July Parade.nbsp; Tomorrow I will do it again in another town.nbsp; (Riding is easier than trying to march, and I don't trust bicycles anymore.)nbsp;nbsp; I participated as a member of the Democratic Party.nbsp; All too often we look down at politicians, and think of corruption and graft.nbsp; But we need to be involved with the political parties if we want them to be honest and above corruption.nbsp; We all need to be very aware of public issues and... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1259404 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1259404 Tue, 12 May 2009 22:45:04 CDT Submitted by Marge Krupp We must fight to keep the Chrysler plant in Kenosha open.nbsp; When the people let their voices be heard the powerful pay attention. The workers at the Kenosha Chrysler plant have won numerous productivity and quality awards.nbsp; How does Chrysler expect to compete with other high quality auto makers by manufacturing a complex engine with low paid workers in Mexico?nbsp; They are walking away from a $624 million investment in the Kenosha plant to build a new plant... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1253331 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1253331 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 23:48:24 CDT The Republican budget is being hailed by experts as a JOKE.nbsp; An April Fool’s Day JOKE!nbsp; Their stale solution is more tax cuts for the wealthy.nbsp; You know, the system that has worked so well for the country since the year 2001.And the face of the funny budget is Paul Ryan.nbsp; All the news shows are using Paul Ryan’s name in the same sentence with the new Republican Budget every time they talk about it.nbsp; He is getting credit for introducing this abomination in Congress.... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1251068 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1251068 Mon, 16 Mar 2009 10:28:32 CDT Recently President Obama made a speech to the joint houses of Congress.nbsp; I read an article about that speech by George Lakoff, and I'd like to discuss a little about what he said.nbsp; Perhaps you remember Lakoff for his book Don't Think of an Elephant, that we talked about at a program a few years ago.nbsp; George talks about how we must FRAME our arguments and thoughtsHe says that Obama has three core principles that he was trying to get across in that speech.nbsp; We need to learn... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1241092 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1241092 Mon, 12 Jan 2009 09:00:21 CST As we all eagerly anticipate the monent we've been waiting and working for for two years, let's be patient and positive.nbsp; Barack Obama cannot change the world overnight, but he has certainly demonstrated his eagerness to get started.We are not going to get everything we want all at once.nbsp; Let's all be ready to defend his positions and actions to the nay-sayers and really give him a chance.nbsp; It's our job to keep informed so that we can set the record straight as Republicans try to... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1237756 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1237756 Wed, 24 Dec 2008 11:05:27 CST At this holiday season, I hope all will be blessed with happiness, peace, and a loving family to share the joy.nbsp; May you all spend the holiday celebrating with your loved ones and friends, and appreciate that we are very fortunate to live in a land that values everyone's personal preferences.nbsp; We are all looking forward to a new era in Washington and Madison.nbsp; We are confident that we have had a part in the bright future.nbsp; Thank you all for working so hard to make our dreams... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1234795 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1234795 Wed, 10 Dec 2008 20:12:16 CST I am unbelievably relieved to see Democrats facing Blogo's scandal head on and calling for his resignation.nbsp; Even though he deserves the benefit of the doubt, as the allegations are not even in the form of an indictment yet, the exposed evidence cannot be ignored.nbsp; It is important to put an end to his corruption before it taints the new Senator.And the Democrats are not making excuses or running from the crime!nbsp; We need a new age of accountability, and it's beginning to look like... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1232260 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1232260 Tue, 25 Nov 2008 09:33:28 CST I'm still pinching myself!nbsp; After eight long, long years of watching my beloved country go backwards or at best stand still, I'm watching progress!nbsp; The President Elect has taken charge and shown the leadership qualities I had confidence he possessed.nbsp; There may not be two presidents right now, but certainly the official president seems absent in his leadership of the economic crisis. But Barack Obama has chosen a truly brilliant economic team to lead us out of this mess.nbsp;... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1229656 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1229656 Mon, 10 Nov 2008 11:34:44 CST Another election cycle is over and we can go back to leading the rest of our lives!nbsp; Many of us have a lot of catching up to do.nbsp; But let's never forget to keep informed of the issues and keep active in this local party.nbsp; Please tell all your friends to listen to progressive radio and watch TV stations that are really balanced until we get a station that is all progressive.WCPT radio in Chicago has expanded to 3 FM stations too.nbsp; The AM station only broadcasts during daylight... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1227057 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1227057 Sun, 26 Oct 2008 13:12:09 CDT Here's a letter from William J. Connell, top aide to Hubert Humphrey for twenty plus years, to his daughter, a dear friend of mine. nbsp; I have been a bit obsessed about this election, shall we say?nbsp; But with good reason. nbsp; I believe it much the most important election since 1932 when the Democrats came in at the very bottom of the Great Depression,nbsp;to sweep away the old economic and political order and make fundamental changes in the way we govern and specifically the... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1226178 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1226178 Tue, 21 Oct 2008 10:46:07 CDT Just to show how out of touch John McSame is this week, the new campaign theme for John and Sarah is that the Democrats are Socialists.nbsp; I guess they think they can scare the people of this nation into a post-World War II frenzy of anti-Communism like Joe McCarthy did.nbsp; In fact they sound just like old Joe.So they really believe that all the young voters who have newly registered, or all the older voters who grew up in the 70's, 80's, or 90's have even the remotest fear of... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1224125 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1224125 Sun, 12 Oct 2008 09:51:03 CDT One of my favorite Jimmy Buffett songs is "Vampires, Mummies, and the Holy Ghost."nbsp; In that song he says "These are the things that terrify me the most.nbsp; No Aliens, Psychopaths, or MTV Hosts, scare me like Vampires, Mummies, and the Holy Ghost."What scares you?I am personally afraid of three things...down escalators, roller coasters, and Abuse of Power!Were it not for Abuse of Power, even Hitler wouldn't have been such a bad guy. Sarah Palin has not only been found guilty of Abuse of... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb) http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1219306 http://www.kenoshacountydems.com/ht/d/ViewBloggerThread/i/1219306 Fri, 19 Sep 2008 10:13:23 CDT Ask yourself honestly...do you think Sarah Palin was chosen because she is the MOST qualified person to lead the free world should McCain pass, or because she was politically the most useful person in the land?McCain has only a one in three chance to survive the next eight years, according to the tables that insurance companies use to determine risk.nbsp; So the nation's risk would be Sarah has a 66% chance of being president, if elected to VP. Ask yourself honestly...which party seems the... kaerb@email.com (Karen Erb)