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A Call for Help in Cherokee County

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On February 24, 1836, Colonel William Travis sent a call addressed to “The People of Texas and All Americans in the World.” The call was for help in a major struggle.

Consider this a call for help to the Republicans of Georgia for the runoff special election in House District 23, Cherokee County. The runoff is between Bill Fincher, the Republican, and a democrat.

Now you may wonder why Cherokee County, a strong Republican county, needs help. After all, Donald Trump carried Cherokee County with nearly 70% of the vote.

The painful truth is that all over the country, Democrats are winning these special elections. It is not that the general population has turned against the Republicans.

The simple answer is that the Democrats got their voters to the polls while Republicans did not bother to go vote. I suppose there was a general feeling that someone else would go vote and the Republicans would win as they always did in the past. Therein lies the problem – someone else.

The problem is not that Republicans did not like their candidates, the problem is that Republicans did not vote for their candidates while Democrats turned out the vote.

I would not rank this call for help for Cherokee county at the same level as the call for help with Texas independence. It is a call for help though.

How can you help? I’m not asking for money. I’m asking if you would be willing to make a few friendly telephone calls to ask Republicans to go vote early. It’s that simple.

Here is what I know does not work. Posting and liking social media posts begging people to go vote does not work. It may make you feel better but it does not move the needle.

A personal contact, with a specific ask, “Would you go vote on the first day of early voting?” will be more likely to move someone to go vote than anything else.

I know this because we just proved it in a city election in Cordele. Click here to see my article on that election.

There was one marching order for people who made phone calls:

“Your job is not to convince people to vote for our candidates. Your job is to talk to people who would be voting for our candidate and convince them to go vote.”

If you are interested and willing to learn more about how you can help, then just reply to this e-mail and I’ll be glad to fill you in.

This isn’t 1836 and I’m not William Travis, but I am tired of Republicans giving up ground to Democrats when we do not have to. Consider yourself called.

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Fish or Cut Bait

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We are now in day 3 of the Schumer Shutdown. The explanation is pretty simple.

The House passed a 24 page continuing resolution to keep things as they are and continue funding the government through November 21. The Senate received the resolution and put it on the floor for a vote.

Because of the filibuster rule in the Senate, there must be 60 votes to end debate. Democrat minority leader Schumer refused to call on Democrats to vote to keep the government open until November 21.

Instead, he introduced a bill that demanded:

  • Free health care for illegal aliens
  • $500 million in taxpayer funding to prop up liberal news outlets
  • A $50 billion cut in investments for improving rural health care
  • Billions in funding for DEI and climate projects in foreign countries

What a contrast between a simple 24-page resolution that kept the government open and the Democrat monstrosity. For years Democrats passed, with Republican support, continuing resolutions to give time to work out issues.

This time; however, Democrats demand that everyone rush to make radical changes. Republicans will not consider these changes.

For example, I looked at the Democrat bill. Page 57, Section 2141 is crystal clear – “Repeal of Health Subtitle Changes.” These were changes made in the Working Families Health Care Bill which, among others eliminated the Biden administration give-away of free health care for illegal aliens.

Democrats also wanted to do away with $50 billion investments made for rural health care. They wanted to add billions for DEI and projects related to climate.

Simply put, Republicans cut budget items that gave your tax dollars to illegal aliens and worthless projects in foreign countries. Democrats want to put those back.

So where does that leave us? Are we at an impasse where Republicans will have to fold in order to reopen the government?

It seems that was the way at always worked in the past. This time it is different.

Because there are no appropriations and the government is not funded, the President now has flexibility to make even more cuts without a congressional fight. I am amazed that Democrats are not willing to extend with a continuing resolution but are willing to hand the power to President Trump to cut programs.

President Trump has shown great patience as we enter into day three. He is meeting with Russ Vought of the Office of Management and Budget to look at programs that could be cut permanently or temporarily. Be assured. Cuts are coming.

In this case, Democrats think that they can win. They should realize that President Trump is not interested in cutting bait. He came to fish.

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I Endorse Josh McKoon for GA GOP Chairman

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I want to talk with you today about the Georgia Republican Party Chairman election coming up in June. 

I am voting for and supporting Josh McKoon to serve as our state party chair. 

I have known Josh since he was first running for  State Senate. He has proven himself to be a solid, honest, conservative leader who stands firm in his convictions. 

As a State Senator he stood up against corruption in his successful push for strong ethics legislation. In the face of a liberal tidal wave, He boldly stoop up for religious freedom legislation. 

As State Party Chairman, he displayed proven leadership to lead Georgia to resounding victories for Republicans across the board. 

I dialed in to a recent zoom call where Josh addressed questions and issues that we face as a Republican party in Georgia. He was clear, concise, honest, and straight forward with his answers.  

In this upcoming election cycle we will be electing a governor, constitutional officers, and a United States Senator. We need Josh’s leadership in this critical election cycle. 

If you are a delegate to the state convention in Dalton, then I ask you to vote for Josh McKoon as our state party chair. 

Thank you for your positive consideration. I’m Don Cole with Common Sense from DC, not Washington.  God bless you and have a great day!  

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Stay the in the Race Nikki Haley

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I am voting for Donald Trump, but I want to see Nikki Haley stay in the primary race for a little while longer. Her candidacy provides valuable data for Republicans in general and Donald Trump in particular.

In 2020 thousands of suburban voters left Donald Trump blank but voted Republican down the line. One may complain about the race being stolen, but had these voters cast a vote for Donald Trump, any effort to sabotage Trump would not have overcome a vast turnout with these Republican non-Trump voters in Trump’s column.

So now it is 2024. Nikki Haley reaches those who skipped over Donald Trump in 2020. With her in the race, Republicans and the Trump campaign can identify them now, in the primary, months before the general campaign. More importantly something can be done to reach some of those this time around.

Nikki Haley voters in the Presidential Primary form an interesting profile. Some are solid Republicans who will vote for the eventual nominee.

Some are Democrats who are crossing over to cast a vote against Trump. They will vote for the Democrat nominee in November and will never vote for Trump or any other Republican (not even Nikki) in November.

Some see themselves as Republican leaning voters but consider themselves independent. These are the ones who voted Republican down ballot but left the Presidential race blank. At this point, they will be inclined to do the same or vote for a 3rd party candidate.

It is the last group that Republicans and Donald Trump need in November. Now the Republican party is faced with an opportunity to identify these voters this spring.

While the vast majority of campaign investments will be toward the general voter, The Republican party and the Trump campaign will do well to form a Special Operations Strategy aimed specifically at the Nikki Haley voter.

President Trump himself should be involved in this strategy. While Trump will be Trump, he could identify those counties, precincts, and voters who support Nikki Haley and listen to determine what message will peel off those independent voters.

Campaign materials targeting those voters can be used to persuade them that Trump is the candidate whose policies match their politics. After four years of Biden that will be an easier sell than it was in 2020.

So, Nikki, stay in the race a little longer. Then, after New Hampshire and South Carolina, suspend your campaign and ask your supporters to get behind Donald Trump.

Be a part of a Republican Special Operations Team to identify those voters who voted for you but will need to be reached to vote for Trump. Don’t do it just for Donald Trump, do it for America.

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Cast Your Vote for President Trump

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Early voting is going on in Georgia for the Presidential Primary which is on Tuesday, March 24. Since Donald Trump is the only one on the Republican ballot, you may wonder if it really matters. It does.

It is important. It sends a message. It shows your support for President Trump and for a conservative agenda.

When you go to the polls and cast a vote in the Republican Presidential Primary, it sends a clear message that you stand with President Trump. It is a positive influence on others when you set the example.

Lines are short in early voting. If the polling place is nearby, go ahead and cast your vote for President Trump. Definitely go on March 24 for the Presidential Primary. I appreciate your support for President Trump.

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Revision and Division

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The New York Times unveiled their new project named, “The 1619 Project” in their August 14, 2019 issue of the New York Time Magazine. The 1619 project is a series of essays that looks back to the 400th anniversary of the first slaves from Africa brought to the American colonies.

The Times made no effort to hide the project’s intent and primary thesis. Times stated that its purpose was to “reframe the country’s history, understanding 1619 as the true founding,” of America.

These essays are neither good journalism nor sound historical analysis. The heading of the first essay reads,

“Our democracy’s founding ideals were false when they were written.”

Nikole Hannah-Jones – 1619 Project – NY Times Magazine August 14, 2019

The problem with the series is with the thesis itself. The essays blame every societal issue today affecting the minority population in the United States on slavery. One essay even relates the interstate highway system during the Eisenhower administration to the institution of slavery that had been abolished a century earlier.

The 1619 Project, in “reframing” history has both a short term and long term objective. Dean Baquet, Executive Editor of the Times, said that after Robert Mueller’s testimony before Congress, the Times was caught “a little tiny bit flat-footed.”

Before the Mueller testimony, the New York Times staff expected Mueller’s testimony would finally put Donald Trump out of office. They were more excited than a six year old on Christmas eve.

After Mueller’s stumbling testimony, their hopes and dreams were dashed. There was nothing under the Christmas tree – not even a lump of coal in the stockings.

In a town hall meeting with his newsroom staff, Baquet revealed the new strategy to end the Trump Presidency. They would turn from the failed Russian collusion story to a strategy of racial division. Baquet exhorted them to join him in the new vision.

“That, to me, is the vision for coverage. You all are going to have to help us shape that vision. But I think that’s what we’re going to have to do for the rest of the next two years.”

Slate Magazine – Transcript of NY Times Town Hall – August 15, 2019

The short term objective of The 1619 Project is to stoke the fires of race in the left’s ongoing war against President Trump. The strategy is historical revision and a division of the American people based on race.

There is a long term objective as well. The liberal media’s assaults look beyond President Trump. They are an assault on the greatness and exceptionalism of the United States.

The 1619 Project has already published student curriculum for young students including reading guides, activities, and other teaching resources. Media outlets and professional journals will present stories and hold workshops on The 1619 Project. Higher educational institutions, especially those who train teachers and write curriculum, will incorporate quotes and conclusions and use them to shape new curriculum for public school students.

Democrats played the race card against Republicans for decades. That well is running dry. President Trump’s policies have led to a booming economy and record high job and wage growth for black Americans.

Democrats can no longer point to economic indicators and accuse Republicans of racial discrimination. Their new approach is to go back 400 years and “reframe” America’s history.

Their strategy is a sign of misery and fear on the part of Democrat leadership. They know that they cannot win if even a small percentage of black voters leave the fold and vote Republican.

Democrats presumed that the black vote belonged to them. That presumption is evaporating before their very eyes.

The 1619 Project is an example of the last gasp of desperation. It may sound good to the New York Times, but it won’t work for Americans who are standing up and rejecting the strategy of revision and division.

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Supporting David Shafer for Georgia GOP Chair

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I am voting for David Shafer for Georgia GOP Chairman. I made the decision after the candidate forum in Albany.

David called me a few weeks ago and asked for my vote and support. I made no promises at the time because I know David well and also Scott Johnson. I have worked with both in some capacity and think highly of both of them.

A couple of weeks later, Scott called me and we had a great conversation. I made no promises to Scott either.

At the forum we saw three great candidates. Each candidate has unique strengths that would be of value to the party. We can only choose one.

One factor that led me to select David over the others was the phone call from him. I asked him why he was running. He shared similar answers that we hear from all the other candidates.

He added one thing. He said that he wanted to invest his time in the GOP and that he believed that he could make the biggest impact serving as Party Chair.

It was not so much the exact words that he said that impressed me. Every candidate for Party Chair wants to invest time for the GOP.

It was his sincere and humble sense of calling to run for Party Chair. He talked about investing his time in the context of how he has served in the State Senate and his desire to pour the same passion into the GOP.

Another reason that I decided on David is that he has a broad background in state politics. He pointed out the vital need to connect with both the big financial donors and big donors of time who do the work. From grassroots organizing to leadership under the gold dome, he knows how the process works and how to get things done.

At the forum, I felt that David presented himself best in his plan and his passion for the job. I believe that he is the one who is the best fit for a very challenging volunteer job that will require practically a full time investment.

David offered himself as a candidate for Lt. Governor. He narrowly missed a clear win in the primary. In the runoff he was hit with an endless barrage of negative ads and he lost by a razor thin margin. It was so close that there could have been a recount.

David conceded the race because he knew that Democrats were coming after every candidate in the general election. He felt that a recount would be a distraction from the higher goal of keeping a conservative Republican in the Lt. Governor’s office.

Every candidate for this kind of race in a party or primary usually makes a commitment to support the winner. In that painful and disappointing loss he practiced what he preached about his commitment to the Republican party.

He could have just as easily retired from the scene. He could have become bitter. He did neither. He invested his time, experience, and skills in helping Republican candidates.

Now he offers to invest his time in the place where he felt he can be most effective. I believe that is as Georgia GOP Party Chair.

If you are a delegate to the Georgia GOP convention, I recommend and endorse David Shafer. If you know someone who is a delegate, please pass on my recommendation to vote for David Shafer for Georgia GOP Chair.

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