We Conservatives Must Unite Behind One Candidate
We talk about the need to unite behind Romney. Why? He is not the majority. Take the primaries and add the votes for Santorum, for Gingrich, for Bachmann, for Paul — and we, the Christians, the conservatives, the Tea Party, the ones who in 2008 correctly rejected Romney for the liberal flip-flopper that he is, outnumber Romney. One man — Ron Paul — has had the funding, patience, and grassroots support to not give up. Paul is winning caucuses not only due to the diligence of his own supporters but also due to the alliances made between other minority...
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How Ron Paul Won Jackson County
Today was a victory for Ron Paul supporters in Jackson County, Missouri. Further summary is needed to really explain what happened at the end of the caucus that resulted in the Beat Obama slate. I’ve spoken to the Chair, several delegates, and many attendees in order to compile the most accurate report possible. The Credentials Cmte. reported 1012 people present, but the highest vote — the one for the election of the chair — only had 970 votes. That’s our starting point of voters present: 970. The day began with approximately 375–400 Ron Paul...
Read MoreCaucus Fraud in Pulaski County, Missouri
The Caucus in Pulaski County, Missouri, on 17 March, unfortunately suffered from corruption. As in so many places, Robert’s Rules of Order were ignored and violated. The Parliamentarian did not enforce Order. Below is list of the major problems reported. The Chair repeatedly voted even though no ties happened. No rule was made or announced to declare how a slate would be won. Therefore, the default rule should have been, according to Robert’s Rules, a 51% simple majority. Votes were cast by secret ballot. Not against the rules, but generally tacky in a...
Read MoreLiveblogging the Jackson County Missouri Caucus
Throughout Saturday, 24 March 2012, I’m liveblogging the Jackson County, Missouri GOP caucus with reports from attendees. Keep checking back for updates! If you prefer, I’m also updating Twitter @lorienjohnson! CONFIRMED: Paul wins majority of delegates in Jackson County, Missouri. Paul 80% Romney 20%! 03:31 PM CST — Beat Obama Slate wins 531 to 237 and wins Jackson County. 03:17 PM CST — Limited Paul supporters abstaining to fight the deal. Paul camp doesn’t believe a deal is necessary. 03:13 PM CST — CONFIRMED: Combined Paul/Romney slate proposed,...
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I vote as a libertarian constitutionalist influenced by Hayek and Burke, and I think as an anarchist guided by the biblical principles of liberty. My government is strictly bound by the U.S. Constitution. I have fenced foil in a diaper-suit and run for political office in a skirt-suit, but my shoes were always fabulous. Both dreadful politics and inspiring design are likely to make me teary. and yes. I’m a tshirt ninja.
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