There is an apochryphal story (meaning, may be true, may not, I can’t find the source now but heard it) told from the days after the 1994 House takeover. The Dem house staffer and Rep house staffer meet to discuss logistics and officing arrangments for the new incoming house members. They realize one of the Reps will be moving into a large, leadership-office formerly reserved for the Dem. The interior, furniture and drapes will need to be re-done. The Dem staffer says to the Rep staffer as they part, “OK, have your congressman call my congressman.” The Rep staffer pauses a few seconds and says “Umm…no…..have your congressman call my congressman.” Something to ponder.

I hope the new members’ first order of business is to scrape the scum off the top.

Time To Fire The Political Harlots Of Florida

http://www.practicalstate.com/?p=3065

Cheers

also remember this…if the democrats hold 51 senate seats…over 40% of those seats are up for election in 2012…those 24 [or so] democrats will not be so eager to follow obama and schumer over another cliff…likewise our remaining rino’s will know that the tea party has them in their sights…

hold fast to your beliefs, the opponent has none beyond survival.

…IMO, the most important thing for the newbies to remember is this: Don’t get comfortable! Don’t let all the perks and privileges you will receive as a new member of this faux “royalty” class turn your head and convince you that you “deserve” those taxpayer-funded “fact-finding” trips to Aruba and your own private jet.

You are there to work for us. In that sense, you are like a drugstore clerk. Take pride in your convictions and service, but don’t get arrogant and start thinking you’re somehow special. And don’t let other hacks who have fallen victim to the D.C. Disease sway you.

Do right, and you can stay as long as you want. Forget why you were sent there and who sent you there, and start packing.

We’re here for you, as long as you’re in DC for us.
When the media won’t listen and your words go unheard, we’re here. The hated “TEA Party” goers, the phone bankers. People will pull over to the side of the road on a Tweet from you (literally) and start calling whoever we need to.
Also, there are plenty of “dumb bloggers” who do a lot of research, and can be your “invisible staffers” if you just keep your eyes on places like RedState; not just the front page, but the Recommended Diaries also.
Malkin, Riehl, Ace, Morrissey, too many to name live to make or break candidates, watch their sites; do it yourself, don’t just send a staffer. You’ll always be traveling, you have time.
The way the Dems use press releases, you need to add an email blast to all the bloggers. Use Twitter and hash tags the way the left uses networks and microphone flags. Give us links to bills with important parts highlighted. Post them here and on Google Docs.
Most important, don’t forget to pray (if so inclined). I know from personal experience that the power of prayer is real; there is a God, there is ONE God, and whatever the left and other skeptics say, that God is real.
Now, hit the ground running!
We’re praying for you.

Note to lefties;
“Don’t be afraid to see what you see.” -Ronald Reagan

Activists taking Action

Join the RedState Strike Force

Senate Conservatives Fund	House Conservatives Fund
The Precinct Project	Jeff Gorell for Assembly

Conservatives Victorious in 2010

Important than the words said here

We didn’t elect you to sit on Boehnor’s or McConnell’s bench. We elected you to lead and defend the Constitution. Tell them that. When they put you in a tiny crackerbox on the 5th floor of Cannon, tell them you didn’t come to congress for a good view. YOU tell THEM.

The American people have placed the future of the country in YOUR hands. Don’t go wobbly on us. And we will be watching.

We didn’t elect you to sit on Boehnor’s or McConnell’s bench. We elected you to lead and defend the Constitution. Tell them that. When they put you in a tiny crackerbox on the 5th floor of Cannon, tell them you didn’t come to congress for a good view. YOU tell THEM.

The American people have placed the future of the country in YOUR hands. Don’t go wobbly on us. And we will be watching.

……this post by Erick should be the ONLY thing you put into your head over the next weeks and months. I REPEAT….the ONLY THING. This sums up exactly what Americans want.

It sums up, and BRILLIANTLY states EXACTLY and SPECIFICALLY what you will be up against in the Old Guard GOP clubs you will be walking into.

This post also specifically states the EXACT consequences for ignoring what the American people want.

The path to demonstrate this level of integrity WILL BE HARD. It may even be brutal at times. You can accomplish it though if you take a stand and DONT listen to the Old Guard GOP or the State Run Media lies.

Every Old Guard GOP, all the media (to include some supposed “conservatives), and certainly all the Obama Socialist Party Reps. may be “screaming and ranting” that you can’t take a stand like this. DON’T LISTEN.

Again, if you keep your word, we will continue to empower you. If you don’t you will be thrown out with those in the GOP who have chosen to empower the progressive left instead of empowering the American people.

Please make the right choice.

You are not simply a Tea Partier, a conservative businessman, or a lowly State Representative.

If you’d like to stay a Congressman, dance with the gal that brung ya, to wit, us.

And if you want to advance our mutual cause, drop us a line. We’ll be happy to hear about the wayward ways of the Beltway hangers on who sit on the committees and plot their own advancement.

Because we’re not through. Not by a long shot.

We’ve learned our lesson….if Republicans in Washington are not watched like hawks…they will co-opt who they can…and shuffle those they can not off to never land and drop them over the next couple of elections till they are back in full control and we’ll relive 2006and 2008 all over again when the voters figure them out.

There are several tea party groups that are forming to watch what Repubs do going forward and any games and back stabbing WILL be noted and dealt with,

yet another reason not to be taken in by the Washington machine because you could find yourself in the sites of the very people who put you there!

The “Big Tent” analogy isn’t the correct one…the correct one is a MAGNET…we need to be a MAGNET that draws these independents in who are sick and tired of what’s going on in Washington—Fred Thompson

We’re still praying the Wave brings us the Senate too… Never give up!

Funny you mention Kevin Yoder, R-cand KS-03. Met him yesterday and walked away convinced that we’re going to have to primary him every election to keep him tugged to the right. I hope he proves me wrong, but I’m not optimistic. Not at all. Kansans take note and have one (ONE! Not Eight) ready to take him on.

The Republicans have EVERY RIGHT to repeal it if they want.

The democrats PASSED it on a 100% partisan don’t care what the other party thinks vote, so its only fair for the republicans to DESTROY it on 100% partisan don’t care what the other party thinks vote.

I’m sensing a subtle change already just since the primaries in some new ones. When these fresh faces burst onto the scene, many pushed their issues out there and weren’t afraid to say things like No Amnesty and Repeal Healthcare. Then the “handlers” got a hold of them and I’m hard pressed to find one that will bring these out in the forefront now. They’ll mention healthcare and a secure the borders in ads, but they’re not yelling out no amnesty and repeal like they did before. Its like the message is weakening

Now, its all about how bad Pelosi, Reid and Obama are. Anyone can say they’re an R. Its takes a principled person to declare they’re a conservative and make the distinction between the two.

It’s amazing what you can pass when re-election stops being a concern. Sure, the Democratic leadership ritually sacrificed their minions to get their way, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t voluntarily take the freedom that comes from being a dead man on furlough*.

Moe Lane

*Lenin, of all people. About the only useful phrase he ever uttered.

Repeal Obamacare!

We The People will be paying close attention every step of the way. Just ask Mr. Castle and a host of others.

http://libertyatstake.blogspot.com/
“Because the Only Good Progressive is a Failed Progressive”

Have no fear that punching one of these establishment scumbags in the face will be necessary to remind them that this is America, not the France or China.

Publicly expose the lobbyists. And b*tch-slap Trent Lott every time you see him.

The potential freshman legislators are going to need the services of these two companies. Electoral victories are futile unless you clean up the mess and rid d.c. of the pests that lurk in the shadow party that inhabit d.o.j., the state dept., and the intelligence agencies, who will work against you behind the scenes, and leave knife marks in your back. Clinton and his democrat controlled congress (@ the beginning) knew this, he filled those entities w/his people, they did a job on”W”, (because he didn’t clean house) and then went on to fill the obama administration and it’s periphery in large numbers. They will also have to learn and quickly, that the state-run, news and entertainment, the opposition, from 1600 penn. ave. on down, their aids, assistants, constituants, will always hate you, So, bending and contorting your views and ideals for good party invites, choice seats on Air Force one, and favorable press for “reaching across the aisle”, is folly. It took awhile, but, many Americans have awakened and they’re watching republicans and democrats alike.

A very simple thing for new Republicans to remember:

It’s not [b]your[/b] money that is being spent in Washington DC, it’s ours. The money you spend in Washington belongs to us guys and gals who get up every day, go to work, earn a living and pay our bills to take care of our families. Taxes should cover what is needed to run our government according to the Constitution, but not a cent more.

Spending like Drunken Sailors on shore leave is never an answer.

The allure of DC is powerful. Few are sincerely not tempted by power.

Don’t EVER forget who you are at this moment and what drove you run for office in the first place.

Don’t EVER try to make DC feel like home.

Don’t EVER feel tempted to do something in order to get good press.

Several freshman will remember how they were the ones the GOP elite did not stand up for, until they won their respective primaries. But look closely at the tug of war in AK. The GOP elite is, according to Politico, giving up on Miller.

This comes the same day we hear about a voicemail from a CBS employee hoping to find a Miller supporter who is also a “registered sex offender, so they could write up a negative story on him.

The GOP should be standing up strong behind the candidate who won the primary and denouncing this, instead they choose to run to the other side of the rope. They were never firmly in has camp anyway, offering only token support, but it underscores how quick they are to shift.

They will try and play tug of war with you. They’ll be on your side one minute then shift to the other in a heartbeat. Strand your ground, We’ll be your anchor.

http://www.politico.com/playbook/

http://dailycaller.com/2010/10/31/palin-calls-alaska-media-corrupt-bastards-over-leaked-voicemail/

These are people who are part of the problem and we need to continue to purge them and fight them. Jerry Lewis is one of the worst.

Erick,

Recently you have right on target. It seems you have taken the Founders Red Pill (hat tip Mike Church) and seem to be smitten with the inspiration of the Founding Fathers.

I was worried about you during the Primaries. You need to reject the DeceptiCONS (Mike Church), Repubics (Mark Levin), Re-PUKE-icans (Bill Evelyn) and continue to promote the Constitutional Conservative.

The fake, phoney, stand for nothing Republicans are more dangerous than the Democrap, because the Re-PUKE is vile, detestable and a liar. (McCain, Graham, McConnell, Snow, etc.)

Good on you Erick.

Bill Evelyn

Great letter to the new blood we WILL elect on Tuesday. We have rejected the Dumbocrats and cast our lot with the Republicans for now. But this is the last chance for the Republicans to do as we say or they will go the way of the Whigs.

of current important issues as to be invisible. And don’t fall for that left wing meme that everyone one our side is lock step hand in hand on such issues. Right now there’s the risk of families starving, hyper inflation and continued job losses all of which far out way gay marriage in importance.
Now if you have something to contribute concerning this strings topic
go ahead but if you just HAVE to talk about the gay marriage start your own diary please. Though I doubt you’ll be enthused with the response.

Just emailed the link to our hopefully future congressman.

Yes, yes, a hundred times yes.

“We The People” also have a big responsibility. If we go out and vote on Tuesday and then think our job is done, like most American’s have in the past, then these new Congressmen and Senators can NOT possibly succeed.

They are being sent to the front lines, but just like any combat military unit they need Support, logisitics and someone to cover their flank.

“We” need to realize that if this countries financial situation is going to be fixed then EVERYONE is going to feel the pain. ENTITLEMENTS and BENEFITS and PROGRAMS have to be cut and many destroyed.

If we start to whine and complain when the cuts start to affect our lives or jobs and demand that only cuts be made that affect “OTHERS” then these new Politicians WILL NOT do anything about the problems.

They need to know that we SUPPORT them and are willing to HELP them and are willing to SUCK IT UP when it comes to sharing the pain and that we will still re-elect them if they are doing the right things even if it hurt us personally.

I am skeptical because many of the last few generations have not had to, or refused to, sacrifice for their Country. The reason we are in this situation is because “We the People” have continued to vote for and re-elect politicians that BRING HOME THE PORK and provide us unsustainable benefits.

Have not doubt that the Democrats and Media are just waiting to assail these new politicians and call them every name in the book and report that they want to take the old peoples benifits and the lazy peoples welfare and that they HATE kids, etc etc etc.

Anyone who thinks that just voting these new people in will fix the problem is not being realistic. It will take several election cycles and this countries problems will get worse, much worse, before it gets better.

If they threaten to cut off funds just remember you can have all the money you need to get votes but it won’t do you any good if we vote for someone else. And we will vote for someone else.

This is my last go round with the GOP. Fail me now and I will fail you later.

One of the first orders of business should be to pass the Enumerated Powers Act (yeah, the one which has failed to even make it out of committee for eight straight congresses, I think). Every item of legislation would need to articulate the specific section of the U.S. Constitution that authorizes their action. This would send a clear signal that it’s no longer business as usual. Contact your congressmen and demand it!

We can and should assume that some members of the Republican leadership (as well as some current and new members of the Republican caucus) will betray the Tea Party objectives of smaller, less intrusive government. As this treachery unfolds in the days, weeks, and months ahead, it is incumbent on us to rally and respond promptly. The most effective response will be to immediate begin a primary challenge or third party candidacy in the member’s district or state. Under the auspicious of the Tea Party banner, we should declare an intent to unseat the offending member of Congress, begin a nominating process, start fund raising, and publicly declare the reasons for this action. A lot of Blue Dog Democrats will learn this hard lesson in a few days. There is no reason that big government Republicans should be exempt from this corrective action.

(nt)

Do not trust Senators John McCain, Lindsey Graham(nesty), John Cornyn or Richard Lugar.

These men will all pat you on the back, snuggle their arm around your shoulder, grin and whisper in your ear that they are on your side but you have to play by certain rules to get things done.

Don’t buy it.

These guys are liars, especially the first two. It is so funny to witness how John McCain has suddenly discovered Border Security and Budget Cuts when he has been on the complete opposite side of those issues for years.

Again, beware. These guys didn’t want you in the U.S. Senate to begin with, they only wanted their hand-picked cronies.

They are as much your ideological enemies as the Democrats.
I’m tired sellouts and I want fighters. Fight the good fight and don’t stop fighting because of these polished turds like McCain and company.

Great idea! Probably the quickest way to squander the momentum of the new majority and give Obama a chance at reelection.

Some people are more interested in taking over the Republican Party than in fighting Obama.

If in fact the GOP has a new majority it will be in spite of efforts of some who are already there. According to what I read, these guys have learned nothing and have no plans to do so. Being polite and slapping guys on the back is nice, but it’s more important to be informed. I recall Rush saying in 1994 (and whatever happens, this year is much bigger as our country has been lost), “Lead, follow, or get out of the way, because we’re coming through.” Of course he was addressing the democrats at the time, but it’s the same idea. Rush Limbaugh probably was more responsible for that year than the usual character whose name you hear.

You know things are going to be epic when even Politico is writing things like this.

As the first comment to this shows, the staffers have the real power. The so-called professional staffers don’t leave when “their” senator or representative leaves, they just move to another member or if they’ve earned sufficient “respect”, they can gain appointments to the permanent positions on the various committees. The whisperers will tell the freshmen they can’t possibly succeed without the pros on their staff—that it is the only way to gain influence–that they, the whisperers, will make sure the new folks get some real good ones so they get a good start. Given that there’s far too much to keep up with for any member of Congress, never mind the getting started challenges the newbies have, they will have to have help. So, my advice is to look outside. Look at the smart people who helped you with the issues as you were campaigning, or on your own learning about how messed up the country’s policies are, and take them. Avoid the long-time professional staffers like the plague–because they are the plague, and you will be infected despite your very best efforts. They will be writing your legislation, crafting your questions for hearings, preparing your background papers to enable you to get ready for debates as quickly as possible. How they say it, what they write, becomes YOUR words, like it or not. So, control them up front by hiring those you can trust.

David Stockman tells us on 60 minutes that cutting $50 Billion will not help the deficit, he is correct. However, there must be a starting point. To throw up our hands and say we must raise taxes is ridiculous. $50 and $50 and $50 Billion, etc., etc. CAN be enough if our Representatives are truly interested in controlling costs. We have to start somewhere.
Either do it or you will be fired!!!

but 5s.

When the new congress arrives, they should not imagine that people are sufficiently bothered by spending that they want their own goodie–whatever it is–cut. The only way that people will go along with that is if they see everyone else taking a cut. So every department has to have its budget cut. Those things that are straight-out boondoggles have to go.

Understand that the news media will paint them as Scrooges. The comedians will portray them as buffoons. The new Congress will have to have people sufficiently cogent to avoid being lampooned into ineffectiveness the way Saturday Night Live destroyed Sarah Palin as a credible force. (Don’t kid yourselves, conservatives–Sarah Palin will never be elected tto anything again, at least outside Alaska. She has unfavorables up in the mid-50′s. Only movement conservatives like her.)

I would be looking at people like Marco Rubio and Allen West to be the face of this new freshman class.

The one where you just don’t understand how things work…
The one where you are just naive in the ways of Washington….
The one where you will really like how this works after you get to know it better.
The one where principles are rock solid in your face and fluid behind your back.
The one where bi-partisanship is the goal but the meaning of bi-partisanship is compromising your principles.
Truly, the GOP could also eat their own……

Correspondingly, the worst thing for Democrats

Read here:

http://www.libradex.com/viewArticle.aspx?id=82

Have so much in common.