GRASSROOT CROWD GATHERS TO CELEBRATE BABIN VICTORY

 

 

What was the difference in Dr. Brian Babin's victory this time versus 16 years ago? One thing - yhis time when he won Liberty County enough voters from other areas voted the same way that he soundly won the run-off. But the man recognized just a few weeks ago as the single most influential person living in the district to revive the Republican Party after 100 years of nothing but defeat is now the hands down favorite in the general election. That is a huge difference from the days when Brian Babin was like David taking on Goliath!

 

The crowd of over 300 people were jubilant. They visited like they were at a family reunion despite the fact there were people there from all over the district and many had never met. United, some had just gotten involved in politics and had joined the impressive grassroots campaign and some were longtime supporters who lived for one more chance at electing someone they felt should have been in Congress years ago. ehre to hear

 

They were all there to celebrate with brian and Roxanne Babin and their five children and nine grandchildren. They were all there to celebrate the great hope brought by electing someone you think could really make a positive difference in Washington D.C.

 

In his statement, Brian Babin expressed his own thoughts as the evening rocked on in celebration: “When you contemplate running for office, the first question you need to ask yourself is, “Why am I running?” My answer 5 months ago was for my faith, for my kids and for my country. My answer in victory tonight is the same. I ran this race for my faith, for my kids and for my country. I have said over and over again during the last few months that this race was not about me. This cause is far greater than ourselves. It is a call to duty for all of us. That is why I am so humbled and honored that you are allowing me to be your standard bearer.”

 

Dr. Brian Babin will be the Congressional District 36 Republican nominee on the November ballot. The differences in his vision for representing this district and his general election opponent are stark. The differences of what he will work for and what his opponent will work for are as far apart as it gets. Tune in and join the grassroots effort by sending some money to the Babin campaign and get ready to help educate voters and get themto the pols in November and let's send a gift to the American people by sending Dr. Brain Babin to represent Congressional District  36. Stay in contact with what is going on in the campaign and learn about Dr. Babin and get updates about his campaign by visiting www.BabinforCongress.com.

Ben Streusand Richard Pegues Michael Cole 

THE TIME FOR REAL DEBATE HAS COME

There are stark differences between the Republican and Democrat Party platforms in almost every category and in a way that is refreshing... IF their elected officials actually adhered to these beliefs, the debate would be spark filled and therefore illuminating. Alas it is mostly hot air on both sides, which is why we so rarely have real conversations about who we are and where we want to go and why so much remains unchanged. 

Look at how the parties package their platform summaries to appeal to voters (see websites of each party's summary below). Even with all wording that is meant to be clever and appeal to the masses, anyone can read between the lines and see there are real differences that need to be debated versus the nonsense we have hurled at us at election time.

 The Republican Party is in a uniquely strong position in the 2016 election cycle. The disasters of the Obama Presidency and the Democrat led Senate leave Republicans in a strong position to win and to regain power in Washington D. C. So much so, it is time for us to actually make the win count for as much as possible. While we have the public leaning our way and listening in hopes of hearing something that will actually make America strong again and the economy recover and the dreams for their children rekindled, we need to make debate about the return to the Constitution as the map for our success. We need to think in terms of the Constitution and we need our candidates to make our case within the framework of the Constitution. Our solutions to problems should be Constitutional.

 

In this cycle we need to be more united. The Democrats almost never destroy their own while we almost always do. First, during campaign season we need to allow our candidates a free pass from almost all criticism (they will get plenty from Democrats). I am all for eliminating RINOs, but first we must realize a RINO is not someone who disagrees with us personally. They are people who disagree with the Republican party platform. Or they are people who are giving aid and comfort to the enemy. The following  is a short list of sides taken by the platforms of each party on different issues. It is no substitute for reading the platform, but if you know someone that can be identified in this short list as a RINO then you should have worked to beat them in the primary, not the general election.

 

http://www.ontheissues.org/2012_RNC_Platform.htm

 

http://www.ontheissues.org/2012_DNC_Platform.htmve

 

Tea Party folks and Libertarian leaning folks can be leaders and help the Republican Party turn the country’s government back to what it was meant to be when Madison et al set up the framework we give so much lip service to. Candidates we have running in the general election may be good Republicans but trust me Constitutionalist are amazed at how similar the two parties are in their indifference to being true to the document that was meant to restrict the government and protect WE THE PEOPLE from “we the government”. shutting these folks out or trying to set them in a corner and tell them they have to vote for our side is not acceptable. Especially when most of us agree with 90% of what they say. We should be fearless and not fear these differences. But we should have our inner party debates after general elections.

WHEN WILL IT EVER END!

Okay Democrats and fans of President Obama I have a question for you. And those of you who in one of the worst turn outs in the county’s election history ….those who voted for the hospital district that has plucked millions of dollars out of …….. not thin air, but the taxpayers’ pockets. I have the same question for you. Please help me with the following question: 

“Since ObamaCare is now the law of the land and one-sixth of the U.S. economy has now been illegally taken under the wing of a President that has no regard for the Constitution he claims to have been a teaching college professor over, WHY DO WE NEED TO BE TAXED FOR A HOSPITAL DISTRICT THAT’S STATED PURPOSE WAS TO CARE FOR THE INDIGENT WHEN THE FEDERAL LAW ELIMINATES THIS NEED ? 

Please feel free to expound on your answer.

For an opportunity to answer another question please note the following: how often are sunset laws actually used to end laws that are duplicated or ineffective?

KNIGHT ENDORSED BY LOSER

The man who lost his commissioner’s seat and two years later placed last in his run for county judge, took his credentials as a lifelong Democrat and one of the men who caused the problems now being cured in the county and endorsed one of the Republican candidates in the run off for Liberty County Judge. 

No surprise. He endorsed Jay Knight. Knight has connections to the group that had Republican party officials helping to elect Democrats. This is what some would call Fontenot’s port in the storm. In the new world Fontenot finds himself in buying votes or just getting them because you have a “D” by your name is very unpopular. He wants some kind of connection in the courthouse and this group Jay is involved in is a natural. Their agenda may be hidden from the public and even most of their supporters, but Fontenot knows being a Democrat or someone who plays fast and loose with county money is not a problem for their key people. 

Fontenot was not pursued legally for using county money to fix his car and a friends truck, but if Knight loses we may have seen the last of his “public service”.

http://www.click2houston.com/news/liberty-county-judge-and-his-wife-injured-in-crash/25591474

SCANDAL IN LIBERTY COUNTY JUDGES RACE

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JACK HARTEL PASSES AT 80

                                                   THE HARTEL/RIPKOWSKI CLAN

Most of us just knew three things about Jack Hartel.

He was extermely likable. He was a huge Texas Longhorn fan. And he would always be an important part of Liberty County history mostly because he was the County Attorney for over four decades. People that know his family know he must have been a great father and that his relatives are proud , like anyone would be, to have him in the family tree. Jack was already missed a great deal after his retirement and he will be missed even more with his passing. 

 

 A heartfelt salute to you Jack Hartel! You were loved much on this earth and you will be remembered with great affection by many.

 

The following is a copy of Jack Hartel's obituary and it is worth reading:

 

In late 1950's, jack is second from the left.

 

Arthur John "Jack" Hartel, III
November 19, 1933 -
May 22, 2014
Arthur John "Jack" Hartel, III, passed away very peacefully on May 22, 2014 at the age of 80. The Honorable Jack Hartel, Liberty County Attorney from 1965 to 2008, was born in Houston, Texas on November 19, 1933, the son of Arthur John "Artie" Hartel, Jr. and Blanche Eleanor Riviére Hartel.
Jack was graduated from Liberty High School in 1951 then went to "Heaven on Earth" - otherwise known as The University of Texas at Austin. At UT, Jack was an officer of both the Texas Cowboys and the Upsilon Chapter of Sigma Nu Fraternity. He received his BA in Liberal Arts from The University of Texas at Austin in 1956, and married his high school sweetheart Laura Jane Finley. Jack earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence from The University of Texas Law School; he was graduated with honors as a member of the Phi Alpha Delta Law Honor Fraternity from UT Law School in 1960.
After receiving his law degree, Jack returned to Liberty with Laura where he served as Chief Juvenile Probation Officer and CPS Legal Counsel Advocate. After a short stint as Assistant City Attorney, Jack ran for Liberty County Attorney in 1965 went on to run unopposed for 10 subsequent terms before retiring in December 2008.
Throughout his life Jack was involved in First Liberty National Bank and from 1960 to 2009 served on the Board of Trustees as well as many committees. Jack was Vice President and board member of the Rotary Club, and for several years served on the board of the Magnolia Ridge Country Club. In addition, Jack served as an officer in the Cancer Society of South Liberty County, March of Dimes Liberty Chapter, Liberty Historical Society, and Chamber of Commerce. Over the years he was also a member of the Elks Lodge and the Liberty Jaycees. Jack was especially proud of the achievements that were made during his tenure as a Board member of the Tri-County Mental Health Mental Retardation system. Jack served actively on the Board from 1986 until his accidental fall in 2009.
Most special thanks and love go to Michael Henderson, Daphne Dickerson, and Ruthie Minix, who showed loyalty, companionship and loving care to Jack in his last years. His family also extends a sincere and heart-felt thank you to all of Jack's doctors, nurses and therapists, especially the staff at Odyssey Hospice, Angels Above Us, Methodist Hospital Houston, and Touchstone Neurorecovery Conroe.
Jack will be deeply missed by his three daughters Laurie Hartel Vaught of Liberty, Angie Hartel Patterson and husband Blake Patterson of Austin, and Jackie Hartel of Liberty as well as beloved grandchildren Jake Vaught, Finley Patterson, and Ava Patterson. Jack is also survived by his sister Jane Hartel Ripkowski, four nieces, four nephews, and their families. He was preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Laura Jane Finley Hartel (dcd. October 18, 2001), his mother Blanche Eleanor Riviére Hartel, father Arthur John Hartel, Jr., sister Joe Ann Hartel Root, son-in-law Nicky Joe Vaught, and brothers-in-law John Dallas Root and Herman Edward Ripkowski.
Prayers of the Rosary will be recited on Saturday, May 24, 2014 at 5:00pm with visitation immediately following at Allison Funeral Service in Liberty, Texas. A funeral mass will be celebrated at 2:00pm on Sunday, May 25, 2014 at Immaculate Conception Church with burial to follow in Liberty Catholic Cemetery. Honoring Jack as pallbearers are Jay Arnold, Russell Boles, Jim Bob Evans, Steve Maxwell, Artie Ripkowski, David Ripkowski, Jay Root and Joey Root. Honorary Pallbearers are Bobby Evans, Tommy Mullins, Ed Pickett, Carl Pickett, and members of the "Prayer Meeting" group, Liberty Rotary Club, and the "Old Timers Breakfast Club." Jack would be pleased if memorial donations were made to Tri-County Services, P. O. Box 306, Conroe, TX 77305 or to Immaculate Conception Church, 411 Milam Street, Liberty, Texas 77575.

EARLY VOTER TURNOUT FOR RUN-OFF, LIBERTY COUNTY VOTERS NEED TO CALL THEIR FRIENDS TUESDAY AND ASK THEM TO GO VOTE

Early Voting Summary
Date	Liberty	Dayton	Hardin	Cleveland	Totals
5/19/14	101	229	18	93	441
5/20/14	100	212	22	116	450
5/21/14	103	197	31	132	463
5/22/14	98	226	42	125	491
5/23/14	153	279	19	155	606
Totals	555	1143	132	621	2451