Schwarz postmortem

DeVos and JT Back Another Loser (4.00 / 2)

Amway Guy's lobbyist / paid political spinster, John Truscott, who was also working for Joe Schwarz, couldn't revive the Schwarz's camnpaign.  Doesn't bode well for Truscott's ability to get the job done for Dick in November.

And apparently the Amway Guy's endorsement doesn't carry much weight either.  So far he is 0 for 2 in 2006.  He heartily endorsed Republican tax evader Vince Green in a special election for the state senate in Ingham County earlier this year.  The DeVos-endorsed Green went down in flames, taking a beating from State Senator Gretchen Whitmer (D-East Lansing).  Now, despite DeVos's endorsement, incumbent Congressman Joe Schwarz gets trounced in a GOP primary.

Looks like the GOP Wingnuts can't spell Schwarz without an "L" for Liberal.

Other notable endorsements of Schwarz:

George W. Bush, President of the United States

"Congressman Joe Schwarz is common sense for Michigan.  I appreciate his hard work, especially on education, national security and health care."

"Joe is a fine Republican who deserves reelection.�

U.S. Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.), Republican Candidate for President in 2008

"Congressman Joe Schwarz has been a tremendous asset to the Republican Party, and I am pleased to offer him my wholehearted support in his bid for reelection."

“Joe has been tough on fiscal discipline, strong on defense, and a steadfast supporter of government reform. His willingness to take on difficult issues and to provide thoughtful solutions, combined with his commitment to public service and hard work will continue to serve Michigan’s seventh district very well.�

John Engler (R-Virginia), Former Governor of Michigan
President, National Association of Manufacturers

"I can think of no candidate more qualified to represent southern Michigan in Congress than Joe Schwarz. As governor of the state of Michigan, and prior to that, as majority leader in the Michigan Senate, I worked with Joe on almost every major issue before policymakers in Lansing. His knowledge of the major issues is unsurpassed and his abilities are unequaled.

"I witnessed firsthand his work in Battle Creek and in Lansing. His experience and success in attracting businesses to Michigan, expanding access to health care, as well as his background in national security are unsurpassed.

"As a freshman member of Congress, Joe has compiled a solid pro-jobs record. He has voted consistently to lower taxes and to reduce the burden of frivolous lawsuits on our job providers. Congressman Schwarz has supported legislation to reduce the costs of health care for small businesses and he has fought to reform burdensome and job-killing regulations. And of particular importance, he has supported making permanent the Research and Development Tax Credit, which is imperative to attracting the high-tech jobs of the 21st century to the United States.

"Joe is a terrific congressman and a great Republican. He has my wholehearted endorsement in the August 8 Republican primary.�

Saul Anuzis, General Secretary and Politburo Chairman
Michigan Republican Party

"While in Congress, Joe Schwarz has been a strong supporter of President Bush's agenda, the RNC Platform, and most importantly, the views of the citizens he represents. A true public-servant is one who holds to his convictions, while balancing those beliefs with the view of their constituents. Joe did this when he was in the state Senate, and has done this as our congressman. He is representing his constituents well.â€� 

U.S. Rep. Candice Miller (R-Harrison Twp.)

"Congressman Joe Schwarz has done an outstanding job in his first term in the United States House of Representatives. He has been a valuable partner on the House Armed Services Committee as we work together to ensure that Michigan continues to play a vital role in our national defense. And his hard work paid off when Kellogg Field was removed from the base closure list."

"I fully endorse his campaign for re-election."

U.S. Rep. John Boehner (R-Ohio, a corporate subsidiary of GOP, Inc.)
House Majority Leader

"I wholeheartedly endorse Congressman Joe Schwarz in the August 8 Republican primary. He has been a superb representative for his district, and I have been delighted to serve with him in the U.S. House of Representatives.

As the new House majority leader, I know that I can count on him to help implement the Republican agenda. He is a tremendously effective advocate for lower taxes, limited government, a strong national defense, and, most importantly, for the people of his district.

As we head into the 2006 midterm elections, Congressman Joe Schwarz is an asset to our party as we seek to retain our majorities in Congress, to hold onto state governorships and state legislative seats. We need him on the fall ballot and I unequivocally endorse his renomination in the August 8 primary."

A complete list of Schwarz endorsers.  Today they stand firmly with the loser:

• Hank Zavislak, Jackson County Prosecutor
• Dan Heyns, Jackson County Sheriff
• Sandra Crowley, Jackson County Clerk
• John Engler, Former Governor of Michigan
• Saul Anuzis, Chairman, Michigan Republican Party
• Dick DeVos, Republican gubernatorial candidate
• Chuck Yob, Republican National Committeeman for Michigan
• Holly Hughes, Republican National Committeewoman for Michigan
• Janet Rochefort, Jackson County Treasurer
• Phil Hoffman, Former State Senator (Hillsdale, Jackson, Branch)
• Hal Ziegler, Former State Senator (Hillsdale, Jackson, Lenawee)
• Ray Snell, Blackman Township Supervisor
• Sherry Brockie, Blackman Township Treasurer
• Clark Bisbee, Former State Representative (Jackson)
• State Rep. Leslie Mortimer (Jackson, Eaton)
• State Sen. Bev Hammerstrom (Jackson, Washtenaw)
• Christine Medlar, George Potter, Charlie Anderson, Jackson Community College Trustees
• Ken Lautzenheiser, Vice Chairman, Hillsdale County Commission
• Gary Wolfram, George Munson Professor of Political Economy, Hillsdale College; Former Chief of
Staff, Representative Nick Smith
• Mike Troutman, Chairman, 7th Congressional District Republican Party
• Gene DeRossett, Former State Representative (Washtenaw)
• Jerry Roe, Former Executive Director, Michigan Republican Party
• Tim Tarry, Chairman, Eaton County Republican Party
• George W. Bush, President of the United States
• Sen. John McCain
• Rep. Dennis Hastert, Speaker of the House
• Rep. John Boehner, House Majority Leader
• Rep. Roy Blunt, House Majority Whip
• Rep. Tom Reynolds, Chairman, National Republican Congressional Committee
• Rep. Deborah Pryce, Chair, House Republican Conference
• Rep. Bob Goodlatte, Chairman, House Agriculture Committee
• Rep. Sherwood Boehlert, Chairman, House Science Committee
• Rep. Dave Camp (R-Midland)
• Rep. Vernon Ehlers (R-Grand Rapids), Chairman, House Administration Committee
• Rep. Fred Upton (R-St. Joseph)
• Rep. Candice Miller (R-Harrison Twp.)

Don't forget that Joe Schwarz had no problem accepting $10,000 from Tom DeLay. 

- DeVos.  DeRoche.  DeLay.  DeSame. -

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by: DemWave @ Wed Aug 09, 2006 at 05:24:31 AM CDT

Bingo! Incumbents... watch out! (0.00 / 0)

The wave is coming in November.

The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few

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by: BZP @ Wed Aug 09, 2006 at 06:10:23 AM CDT

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Ah (0.00 / 0)

What about our governor.  Let's not get too excited to kick out all incumbants. 

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by: Eric11 @ Wed Aug 09, 2006 at 17:47:35 PM CDT

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Yay for Marriage!!! (0.00 / 0)

I am so excited about the pro-marriage Walberg!

Like most librul dummycraps, Schwarz thinks it's okay for two men to lock lips! Sure Walberg might suck as a legislator, but I'm so proud of him for defending marriage!

LONG LIVE MARRIAGE!!! May it forever be defended from leftist attacks by two people who, god forbid, LOVE EACH OTHER!!

{end sarcasm}

Great Lakes, Great Times, Great Scott

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by: ScottyUrb @ Wed Aug 09, 2006 at 08:46:04 AM CDT

Come on in Joe, the water of Democracy and Freedom is much fresher (4.00 / 1)

I say we invite Joe Schwarz on over if he wants to stand with Democrats to support our existing freedoms, work to expand our freedoms, and support the Constitution and rights to privacy from our government.

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by: jimwhitaker @ Wed Aug 09, 2006 at 11:20:48 AM CDT

Schwarz is no moderate (0.00 / 0)

I live in Schwarz' district. I held my nose and voted in the Repub primary for him, even though I am a loyal Democrat, becasue I couldn't stand to see Walberg go to DC. I was discouraged to hear that the latter candidate won.

That being said, I think the opinions registered here so far have way overstated Schwarz' moderation. Sure, he's pro-choice and opposes Alaska drilling. What else? I've been bombarded with his campaign mailings that tell me he supported the Bush tax cuts, the Bush War, repeal of the estate tax, tort reform, and just about everything else Hastert put on the table. He calls himself a Reagan Republican, not a moderate. The folks calling him a moderate are Democrats who call any pro-choice Republican a moderate no matter where they stand on other issues.

As for welcoming him to the Democratic Party, why is Schwarz okay, but Lieberman is not?

Let's be real: Schwarz is not a moderate and never was. He is a conservative with a slightly independent streak a la Lindsay Graham. Milliken he ain't.

I challenge all of you who have been charitable to Schwarz in this blog to show me one instance--besides abortion and Alaska-- of his parting with the Republican establishment on a significant issue since going to Washington.

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by: Peter @ Wed Aug 09, 2006 at 14:00:55 PM CDT