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Showing posts with label Georgia. Show all posts
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Georgia Candidate for Governor Will Work for Free Until...
From a news release:
General David Poythress, Democratic candidate for Governor, had the memorable moment in tonight’s first televised candidate debate.
General Poythress displayed the pledge he had signed, calling it a “solemn promise” to the people of Georgia that he “will not accept a paycheck as Governor until we get Georgia's unemployment rate under 7%."
There were audible gasps in the room from his bold statement which he reiterated in his closing.
General Poythress stated his commitment to moving our economy forward again by saying, “I'm willing to the walk the walk with folks, and I will share in the sacrifice until we get people back to work, period."
Former Governor Barnes was given the chance to apologize to the teachers of Georgia for his misguided policies which led to his defeat in 2002. He didn’t apologize and affirmed his commitment to “No Child Left Behind.”
In addition to touting his experience as Secretary of State, Labor Commissioner and Commanding General of the Georgia National Guard, General Poythress emphasized his commitment to valuing our state’s educators by protecting their fair employment rights, showing respect for the sacrifices our teachers make while shaping the future of our state.
“Tonight was a clear contrast between the stale policies of the past and a Governor who will move the state forward,” says General Poythress.
General David Poythress, Democratic candidate for Governor, had the memorable moment in tonight’s first televised candidate debate.
General Poythress displayed the pledge he had signed, calling it a “solemn promise” to the people of Georgia that he “will not accept a paycheck as Governor until we get Georgia's unemployment rate under 7%."
There were audible gasps in the room from his bold statement which he reiterated in his closing.
General Poythress stated his commitment to moving our economy forward again by saying, “I'm willing to the walk the walk with folks, and I will share in the sacrifice until we get people back to work, period."
Former Governor Barnes was given the chance to apologize to the teachers of Georgia for his misguided policies which led to his defeat in 2002. He didn’t apologize and affirmed his commitment to “No Child Left Behind.”
In addition to touting his experience as Secretary of State, Labor Commissioner and Commanding General of the Georgia National Guard, General Poythress emphasized his commitment to valuing our state’s educators by protecting their fair employment rights, showing respect for the sacrifices our teachers make while shaping the future of our state.
“Tonight was a clear contrast between the stale policies of the past and a Governor who will move the state forward,” says General Poythress.
Majority of Georgia Congressmen Opposed Healthcare Reform
Alright, here's the breakdown on how Georgia's members in the U.S. House voted for the healthcare reform bill.
Notice that 2 Georgia democrats (Mashall & Barrow) voted against the bill, making the total of Georgia representatives against the plan 9.
Rep. Jack Kingston (R), 1st District - NO
Rep. Sanford D. Bishop Jr. (D), 2nd District - YES
Rep. Lynn A. Westmoreland (R), 3rd District - NO
Rep. Hank Johnson (D), 4th District - YES
Rep. John Lewis (D), 5th District - YES
Rep. Tom Price (R), 6th District - NO
Rep. John Linder (R), 7th District - NO
Rep. Jim Marshall (D), 8th District - NO
Rep. Nathan Deal (R), 9th District - NO
Rep. Paul C. Broun (R), 10th District - NO
Rep. Phil Gingrey (R), 11th District - NO
Rep. John Barrow (D), 12th District - NO
Rep. David Scott (D), 13th District -YES
Notice that 2 Georgia democrats (Mashall & Barrow) voted against the bill, making the total of Georgia representatives against the plan 9.
Rep. Jack Kingston (R), 1st District - NO
Rep. Sanford D. Bishop Jr. (D), 2nd District - YES
Rep. Lynn A. Westmoreland (R), 3rd District - NO
Rep. Hank Johnson (D), 4th District - YES
Rep. John Lewis (D), 5th District - YES
Rep. Tom Price (R), 6th District - NO
Rep. John Linder (R), 7th District - NO
Rep. Jim Marshall (D), 8th District - NO
Rep. Nathan Deal (R), 9th District - NO
Rep. Paul C. Broun (R), 10th District - NO
Rep. Phil Gingrey (R), 11th District - NO
Rep. John Barrow (D), 12th District - NO
Rep. David Scott (D), 13th District -YES
Kids Singing about Obama IS a little weird, don't you think?
This video is the new internet sensation going around. It shows some kids in a New Jersey elementary school singing an odd song highlighting some of President Obama's philosophies. Here are some of the lyrics:
Just a little wierd. And, my mom probably would've second guessed their decision if I were singing about stuff like "equal work and equal pay". She'd say-- "that's grown folks business." I doubt those kids even know what they're talking about.
We used to sing about being drug free. Not ReaganBushClinton when I was in school. The school district apparently issued a statement saying the students were singing to honor the contributions of African-Americans. I'm skeptical. And I'm pretty sure that would not go over very well for most public schools in Georgia or Tennessee.
Decide for yourself:
He said we must be fair today
Equal work means equal pay
Mmm, mmm, mm!
Barack Hussein Obama
He said that we must take a stand
To make sure everyone gets a chance
Mmm, mmm, mm!
Barack Hussein Obama
Just a little wierd. And, my mom probably would've second guessed their decision if I were singing about stuff like "equal work and equal pay". She'd say-- "that's grown folks business." I doubt those kids even know what they're talking about.
We used to sing about being drug free. Not ReaganBushClinton when I was in school. The school district apparently issued a statement saying the students were singing to honor the contributions of African-Americans. I'm skeptical. And I'm pretty sure that would not go over very well for most public schools in Georgia or Tennessee.
Decide for yourself:
Gov. Sonny Perdue Joins Right Against ACORN
With all of the talk about ACORN misusing money in a myriad of ways, the state of Georgia has decided to cancel its contracts with the organization.
Here's the news release from the governor's office:
ATLANTA – Governor Sonny Perdue issued the following statement today regarding the Department of Human Services contract with ACORN which expires this month:
“I want to thank Sen. Rogers and Reps. Graves, Keown, and Setzler for bringing the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (“ACORN”) contract to my attention. In July, I directed my office to review all consulting contracts the state has with outside vendors to look for budget savings; that review did not identify the ACORN contract, because it does not involve state funds. The State ofGeorgia will not renew the contract, which expires in 13 days. Further, I have issued an Executive Order that prevents executive branch agencies from doing business with ACORN in the future and calls for a review of any existing contracts with ACORN.”
The text of Governor Perdue’s Executive Order is below:
Whereas: O.C.G.A. § 50-5-50 states that it is the public policy of the State of Georgia that contracts and other procurement activities be conducted with integrity and in a manner that will increase public confidence; and
Whereas: Although it is always important that the State does business with organizations with integrity, in this current budget environment it is especially vital to monitor the use of our scarce resources; and
Whereas: To date, 70 employees of the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (“ACORN”) have been convicted of crimes committed in the course of their work for the organization; and
Whereas: There are numerous investigations, indictments, and prosecutions currently pending against ACORN and its staff throughout the nation; and
Whereas: As a result of recent actions by ACORN, the U.S. Census Bureau ended its relationship with ACORN on September 11 and the U.S. Senate voted 83-7 to cut off federal funding from ACORN on September 14; and
Whereas: Recent acts of ACORN employees and agents resulted in ACORN subjecting itself to an internal review of its acts and practices;
Whereas: ACORN’s current acts and historical conduct make clear that financial involvement with organizations such as ACORN is contrary to the public policy of the State of Georgia and the best interests of its citizens.
Now, therefore, by the power vested in me as Governor of the State ofGeorgia , it is hereby
Ordered: That all state departments, agencies, boards, bureaus and commissions including without limitation the Board of Regents and the University System of Georgia as defined in O.C.G.A. § 50-5-77 and within the executive branch (hereinafter “Agencies” or “Agency”), are hereby prohibited from entering into any future contracts with ACORN or its subsidiaries or affiliates.
It is further
Ordered: That all Agencies are hereby directed to cease all existing funding for ACORN or its subsidiaries or affiliates unless such funding is legally obligated. If an Agency determines that such funding is legally obligated, that Agency is directed to inform the Executive Counsel to the Governor of its determination.
It is further
Ordered: That all Agencies are hereby directed to provide to the Executive Counsel to the Governor a copy of all existing contracts or other agreements between the Agency and ACORN or its subsidiaries or affiliates no later than September 23, 2009.
It is further
Ordered: That no later than September 23, 2009, all Agencies are hereby directed to provide to the Executive Counsel to the Governor a copy of all existing contracts or other agreements between local governments and ACORN, its subsidiaries or affiliates that involve state funds.
This 17th day of September, 2009.
Governor Perdue
Here's the news release from the governor's office:
Statement of Governor Perdue Regarding the Department of Human Services Contract with ACORN
“I want to thank Sen. Rogers and Reps. Graves, Keown, and Setzler for bringing the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (“ACORN”) contract to my attention. In July, I directed my office to review all consulting contracts the state has with outside vendors to look for budget savings; that review did not identify the ACORN contract, because it does not involve state funds. The State of
The text of Governor Perdue’s Executive Order is below:
Whereas: O.C.G.A. § 50-5-50 states that it is the public policy of the State of Georgia that contracts and other procurement activities be conducted with integrity and in a manner that will increase public confidence; and
Whereas: Although it is always important that the State does business with organizations with integrity, in this current budget environment it is especially vital to monitor the use of our scarce resources; and
Whereas: To date, 70 employees of the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (“ACORN”) have been convicted of crimes committed in the course of their work for the organization; and
Whereas: There are numerous investigations, indictments, and prosecutions currently pending against ACORN and its staff throughout the nation; and
Whereas: As a result of recent actions by ACORN, the U.S. Census Bureau ended its relationship with ACORN on September 11 and the U.S. Senate voted 83-7 to cut off federal funding from ACORN on September 14; and
Whereas: Recent acts of ACORN employees and agents resulted in ACORN subjecting itself to an internal review of its acts and practices;
Whereas: ACORN’s current acts and historical conduct make clear that financial involvement with organizations such as ACORN is contrary to the public policy of the State of Georgia and the best interests of its citizens.
Now, therefore, by the power vested in me as Governor of the State of
Ordered: That all state departments, agencies, boards, bureaus and commissions including without limitation the Board of Regents and the University System of Georgia as defined in O.C.G.A. § 50-5-77 and within the executive branch (hereinafter “Agencies” or “Agency”), are hereby prohibited from entering into any future contracts with ACORN or its subsidiaries or affiliates.
It is further
Ordered: That all Agencies are hereby directed to cease all existing funding for ACORN or its subsidiaries or affiliates unless such funding is legally obligated. If an Agency determines that such funding is legally obligated, that Agency is directed to inform the Executive Counsel to the Governor of its determination.
It is further
Ordered: That all Agencies are hereby directed to provide to the Executive Counsel to the Governor a copy of all existing contracts or other agreements between the Agency and ACORN or its subsidiaries or affiliates no later than September 23, 2009.
It is further
Ordered: That no later than September 23, 2009, all Agencies are hereby directed to provide to the Executive Counsel to the Governor a copy of all existing contracts or other agreements between local governments and ACORN, its subsidiaries or affiliates that involve state funds.
This 17th day of September, 2009.
Governor Perdue
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