From Freedom Works:
That's what Ronald Reagan said about negotiating with the Soviets and that's how the House Freedom Caucus negotiated with Paul Ryan.
It has been a busy couple of weeks. Patriots like you have worked overtime to fire John Boehner and prevent Kevin McCarthy, Boehner's right-hand-man, from rising to Speaker of the House.
This would not have happened without your vigilance. From January to September, our community took more than 200,000 actions to oust Boehner and over 11,000 in only 48 hours to keep McCarthy out of the job. It is a remarkable achievement and stands as a testament to the power that can be wielded by those of us who are armed only with our commitment to the principles we hold dear and our resolve to protect the America that we know and love.
It shouldn't be surprising that I've spent an incredible amount of time on the phone and in meetings trying to convince multiple conservative members to toss their hat in the ring and run to be Speaker. But, as you know, Paul Ryan emerged as a candidate. And after a meeting with the House Freedom Caucus, it looks as though he will be the next person to hold the gavel.
Without question, there is frustration emanating from conservatives across the country.
But ultimately this fight was about process, not about personalities.
The main goals of the House Freedom Caucus were:
•A return to regular order by allowing an open amendment process, passing appropriations bills, and ending Republican leadership's tendency to govern by crisis through constant Continuing Resolutions and debt ceiling debates that only serve to strengthen Obama's hand.
•To stop punishing conservative members by stalling their bills, stripping them from committees, and running outside campaigns to defeat them.
•To finally stand up to Obama, who, because of Republican leadership's inability to show any real courage, is fast becoming the most powerful lame duck president in history.
And they trust that Ryan will be a step towards these goals, but they haven't given up their tools to verify and remove Ryan if he turns out to be a clone of Boehner.
Just a few years ago, I could count the number of allies in the House on one hand. Today, we have over 40.
Our challenge is to support this group of freedom fighters and expand their ranks. It is not only a worthwhile cause but also an absolute necessity. They need reinforcements if we want to see more victories that humble the Washington establishment.
Only then will we truly be able to set the agenda.
Adam Brandon
President and CEO, FreedomWorks
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Saturday, October 24, 2015
Thursday, October 8, 2015
Boehner has nothing to lose
From Campaign For Liberty:
In just 22 days, John Boehner will step down as Speaker of the House.
Since Speaker Boehner took the gavel from Nancy Pelosi in 2011, his position has been one of capitulation before the fights even began.
At Campaign for Liberty, we're glad to see Speaker Boehner go, but we don't have the highest of hopes for his replacement to be much better.
That is, not without Americans like you demanding it.
With Rep. Kevin McCarthy's unexpected announcement this morning that he would not run for Speaker, the race is now wide open to replace Boehner.
But this doesn't mean Boehner is a harmless lame duck; in fact, he's made it clear he wants to make his last month as Speaker "eventful."
And at the top of his list could be renewal of the crony-capitalist Export-Import Bank (Ex-Im Bank).
Ex-Im Bank is a little-known, New Deal-era federal agency that either loans money directly, or "guarantees" loans, to American businesses to support those business's overseas ventures.
If the company cannot pay back the loans, then you, the American taxpayer, pays back the loan.
Loans made, or guaranteed, by Ex-Im Bank are inherently risky and market-distorting, since its charter forbids it from "competing with the private sector."
Instead, it uses taxpayer funds to "...assume credit and country risks that the private sector is unable or unwilling to accept..."
That's right; Ex-Im Bank uses YOUR money to support projects that no private investor would spend a dime on.
Worse yet, most of its funds go to large corporations...
For example, in 2014, 70 percent of the loans guaranteed by Ex-Im Bank's largest program went to the (not-so-small) business of Caterpillar!
Ex-Im Bank has also made loans worth $1.5 billion to Russia!
To put it simply, Ex-Im Bank's loans are an example of corporate welfare at its worst.
The good news for taxpayers like you?
Ex-Im Bank's charter expired at the end of June, and (despite frantic efforts by the crony capitalists who benefit from it) its charter has not been renewed.
Now for the bad news...
Last month, Democrat leader Rep. Steny Hoyer (MD-5) let it slip that Boehner was an "ally" on efforts to renew the now-expired Ex-Im Bank charter.
And here's where it gets ugly...
Renewal of Ex-Im Bank was attached to a big-spending transportation bill that passed the Senate in July.
Since this bill is considered a "must-pass," this gives Boehner a perfect opportunity to do one last favor for his K Street cronies before he hands over the Speaker's gavel.
That's why your action today is vital.
Please sign your "Bye Bye Boehner" Fax Petition to your representative demanding they block any attempts by John Boehner to revive Ex-Im Bank.
Your signed Fax Petition will remind your representative you do not want your tax dollars used to provide corporate welfare and support Vladimir Putin!
And unfortunately, renewing Ex-Im Bank isn't the only statist power grab Boehner may try to ram into law as he walks out the door.
Press reports indicate Boehner is talking to Senate leadership - and the Obama White House - about a budget deal to increase spending.
Not only that, but this deal could include an increase in America's debt ceiling!
Except for a very brief period in 2011 (when Boehner tried to appease the liberty movement with the phony "cuts" of the 2011 budget deal) increasing spending via secret deals has been a hallmark of Boehner's Speakership.
So as you can see, the next Speaker has a great opportunity to show they will not follow in Boehner's footsteps by blocking any budget deal that increases spending or raises the debt ceiling.
And that's why it's vital you sign your "Bye Bye Boehner" Fax Petition to your representative demanding they not allow John Boehner to cut one last deal with President Obama.
If you're reading this letter, you know what the problems are in America.
You have it in your power to change the way DC works and hold your elected officials accountable.
But you must DEMAND it!
Change won't come just by "electing the right people."
And it certainly won't come by the "right person" becoming the next Speaker of the House.
So please, do your part today by signing your "Bye Bye Boehner" Fax Petition DEMANDING your representative fight for American taxpayers.
Let them know you expect the next Speaker to begin defending the great American principles of free markets, sound money, and strict constitutional government -- unlike their weepy predecessor.
In Liberty,
Norm Singleton
Senior Vice President
P.S. Whoever your Representative chooses as the next Speaker of the House will have the power to block renewal of the Export-Import Bank and budget deals that raise the debt ceiling or increase spending.
Please sign your "Bye Bye Boehner" Fax Petition today to your representative demanding they not allow John Boehner to cut one last deal with President Obama on his way out.
Click here to sign your petition!
And after you sign, please chip in whatever you can to help Campaign for Liberty offset the cost of these Fax Petitions and continue fighting the establishment.
Boehner may do something stupid on his way out. Keep him in check so he doesn't screw up too bad.
In just 22 days, John Boehner will step down as Speaker of the House.
Since Speaker Boehner took the gavel from Nancy Pelosi in 2011, his position has been one of capitulation before the fights even began.
At Campaign for Liberty, we're glad to see Speaker Boehner go, but we don't have the highest of hopes for his replacement to be much better.
That is, not without Americans like you demanding it.
With Rep. Kevin McCarthy's unexpected announcement this morning that he would not run for Speaker, the race is now wide open to replace Boehner.
But this doesn't mean Boehner is a harmless lame duck; in fact, he's made it clear he wants to make his last month as Speaker "eventful."
And at the top of his list could be renewal of the crony-capitalist Export-Import Bank (Ex-Im Bank).
Ex-Im Bank is a little-known, New Deal-era federal agency that either loans money directly, or "guarantees" loans, to American businesses to support those business's overseas ventures.
If the company cannot pay back the loans, then you, the American taxpayer, pays back the loan.
Loans made, or guaranteed, by Ex-Im Bank are inherently risky and market-distorting, since its charter forbids it from "competing with the private sector."
Instead, it uses taxpayer funds to "...assume credit and country risks that the private sector is unable or unwilling to accept..."
That's right; Ex-Im Bank uses YOUR money to support projects that no private investor would spend a dime on.
Worse yet, most of its funds go to large corporations...
For example, in 2014, 70 percent of the loans guaranteed by Ex-Im Bank's largest program went to the (not-so-small) business of Caterpillar!
Ex-Im Bank has also made loans worth $1.5 billion to Russia!
To put it simply, Ex-Im Bank's loans are an example of corporate welfare at its worst.
The good news for taxpayers like you?
Ex-Im Bank's charter expired at the end of June, and (despite frantic efforts by the crony capitalists who benefit from it) its charter has not been renewed.
Now for the bad news...
Last month, Democrat leader Rep. Steny Hoyer (MD-5) let it slip that Boehner was an "ally" on efforts to renew the now-expired Ex-Im Bank charter.
And here's where it gets ugly...
Renewal of Ex-Im Bank was attached to a big-spending transportation bill that passed the Senate in July.
Since this bill is considered a "must-pass," this gives Boehner a perfect opportunity to do one last favor for his K Street cronies before he hands over the Speaker's gavel.
That's why your action today is vital.
Please sign your "Bye Bye Boehner" Fax Petition to your representative demanding they block any attempts by John Boehner to revive Ex-Im Bank.
Your signed Fax Petition will remind your representative you do not want your tax dollars used to provide corporate welfare and support Vladimir Putin!
And unfortunately, renewing Ex-Im Bank isn't the only statist power grab Boehner may try to ram into law as he walks out the door.
Press reports indicate Boehner is talking to Senate leadership - and the Obama White House - about a budget deal to increase spending.
Not only that, but this deal could include an increase in America's debt ceiling!
Except for a very brief period in 2011 (when Boehner tried to appease the liberty movement with the phony "cuts" of the 2011 budget deal) increasing spending via secret deals has been a hallmark of Boehner's Speakership.
So as you can see, the next Speaker has a great opportunity to show they will not follow in Boehner's footsteps by blocking any budget deal that increases spending or raises the debt ceiling.
And that's why it's vital you sign your "Bye Bye Boehner" Fax Petition to your representative demanding they not allow John Boehner to cut one last deal with President Obama.
If you're reading this letter, you know what the problems are in America.
You have it in your power to change the way DC works and hold your elected officials accountable.
But you must DEMAND it!
Change won't come just by "electing the right people."
And it certainly won't come by the "right person" becoming the next Speaker of the House.
So please, do your part today by signing your "Bye Bye Boehner" Fax Petition DEMANDING your representative fight for American taxpayers.
Let them know you expect the next Speaker to begin defending the great American principles of free markets, sound money, and strict constitutional government -- unlike their weepy predecessor.
In Liberty,
Norm Singleton
Senior Vice President
P.S. Whoever your Representative chooses as the next Speaker of the House will have the power to block renewal of the Export-Import Bank and budget deals that raise the debt ceiling or increase spending.
Please sign your "Bye Bye Boehner" Fax Petition today to your representative demanding they not allow John Boehner to cut one last deal with President Obama on his way out.
Click here to sign your petition!
And after you sign, please chip in whatever you can to help Campaign for Liberty offset the cost of these Fax Petitions and continue fighting the establishment.
Boehner may do something stupid on his way out. Keep him in check so he doesn't screw up too bad.
Wednesday, September 9, 2015
Support the First Amendment Defense Act
From Public Advocate:
News just broke today that Kim Davis will be released from jail.
You see, while many enjoyed the final days of summer this past Labor Day weekend, Public Advocate staff and volunteers traveled to Kentucky and organized rallies for Kim Davis and Religious Liberty.
Armed with signs, petitions, and water for Kim Davis' supporters, Public Advocate took to the street in front of the detention center.
But the judge ordered, "Davis shall not interfere in any way, directly or indirectly, with the efforts of her deputy clerks to issue marriage license to all legally eligible couples."
This is not the end of this story. The judge threatened Davis with "appropriate sanctions" if she disobeys this order.
While her freedom is certainly worth celebrating, the precedent has now been set.
Who will be the next targeted victim of the anti-Christian Left?
Who will be the "Kim Davis" sentenced to jail for the crime of being a Christian?
Tell Congress, "No more Kim Davis jailings, pass the First Amendment Defense Act now," with a generous donation of $5 or $10 right away.
For years I have warned there will come a day when radical homosexual judges and their allies in the Homosexual Lobby will jail Christians who profess their faith, and now the day has arrived.
This is the fight Public Advocate has waged for years and continues to fight daily.
Congress must act now to protect Religious Liberty.
Over 140 Congressmen are co-sponsoring Raul Labrador’s First Amendment Defense Act in the House and over 36 Senators are co-sponsoring the Senate version.
But House Speaker John Boehner and Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy are stalling to bring the bill up for a vote.
How many more Christians facing prosecution will it take to break the stranglehold of the radical Homosexual Lobby’s power over Congress?
Exercising Religious Liberty is not a crime.
So please, click here to sign your petition and help Public Advocate be the voice of thousands of pro-Family Americans by prayerfully considering a generous donation of $5 or $10 right away.
For the Family,
HON. EUGENE DELGAUDIO
President, Public Advocate of the U.S.
P.S. Public Advocate staff and volunteers rallied this weekend in Kentucky in support of Kentucky Clerk Kim Davis. After spending five days in a jail cell for defending Real Marriage, Davis was finally released.
But the radical Homosexual Lobby is already prepared to pounce on their next victim.
Tell Congress, "No more Kim Davis jailings" by making a generous contribution of $5 or $10 in support of the First Amendment Defense Act right away.
News just broke today that Kim Davis will be released from jail.
You see, while many enjoyed the final days of summer this past Labor Day weekend, Public Advocate staff and volunteers traveled to Kentucky and organized rallies for Kim Davis and Religious Liberty.
Armed with signs, petitions, and water for Kim Davis' supporters, Public Advocate took to the street in front of the detention center.
But the judge ordered, "Davis shall not interfere in any way, directly or indirectly, with the efforts of her deputy clerks to issue marriage license to all legally eligible couples."
This is not the end of this story. The judge threatened Davis with "appropriate sanctions" if she disobeys this order.
While her freedom is certainly worth celebrating, the precedent has now been set.
Who will be the next targeted victim of the anti-Christian Left?
Who will be the "Kim Davis" sentenced to jail for the crime of being a Christian?
Tell Congress, "No more Kim Davis jailings, pass the First Amendment Defense Act now," with a generous donation of $5 or $10 right away.
For years I have warned there will come a day when radical homosexual judges and their allies in the Homosexual Lobby will jail Christians who profess their faith, and now the day has arrived.
This is the fight Public Advocate has waged for years and continues to fight daily.
Congress must act now to protect Religious Liberty.
Over 140 Congressmen are co-sponsoring Raul Labrador’s First Amendment Defense Act in the House and over 36 Senators are co-sponsoring the Senate version.
But House Speaker John Boehner and Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy are stalling to bring the bill up for a vote.
How many more Christians facing prosecution will it take to break the stranglehold of the radical Homosexual Lobby’s power over Congress?
Exercising Religious Liberty is not a crime.
So please, click here to sign your petition and help Public Advocate be the voice of thousands of pro-Family Americans by prayerfully considering a generous donation of $5 or $10 right away.
For the Family,
HON. EUGENE DELGAUDIO
President, Public Advocate of the U.S.
P.S. Public Advocate staff and volunteers rallied this weekend in Kentucky in support of Kentucky Clerk Kim Davis. After spending five days in a jail cell for defending Real Marriage, Davis was finally released.
But the radical Homosexual Lobby is already prepared to pounce on their next victim.
Tell Congress, "No more Kim Davis jailings" by making a generous contribution of $5 or $10 in support of the First Amendment Defense Act right away.
Thursday, July 16, 2015
The First Amendment Defense Act needs your support
From Public Advocate:
Sued.
Publically harassed.
Forced out of business.
Mandated to perform homosexual “marriage” ceremonies. These are just a few of the repercussions for defending Real Marriage in America today.
Does this sound like a nation founded on Religious Liberty to you?
But there is good news.
Pro-Family champion, Rep. Raul Labrador (R-ID) recently introduced the “First Amendment Defense Act” (H.R. 2802) to strengthen Religious Liberty.
Labrador’s bill prohibits the federal government from denying tax exemptions or other government benefits to individuals and institutions that defend Real Marriage.
And I will need the support of every Public Advocate supporter to pass this bill.
Obama’s Solicitor General, Donald Verrilli Jr., admitted Christian schools, churches and adoption agencies could lose their tax-exempt status if they refuse to support homosexual “marriage” as a result of the Supreme Court overturning Real Marriage.
But Rep. Labrador’s “First Amendment Defense Act” would prevent this. And it’s gaining support at a critical time.
Can I count on you to sign your “First Amendment Defense Act” right away?
Public Advocate is leading the fight to move this bill through Congress by mobilizing and recruiting pro-Family Americans like you.
I’m excited to report Labrador’s bill has over 120 co-sponsors in the house from where I delivered stacks of Religious Liberty Directives from pro-Family Americans to their offices.
But despite Public Advocate’s successful lobby efforts …
House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) and Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) are hoping you and I will quietly give up on this bill.
Sadly, Democrats -- and even many Republicans -- bend to the will of the radical Homosexual Lobby in Congress.
That’s because the radical homosexual operatives pressuring Congress are backed by Hollywood celebrities, the media and millions of your tax dollars.
I know there are more pro-Family Americans willing to defend Religious Liberty than there are radical homosexuals.
But members of Congress won’t hear our voice if Public Advocate doesn’t receive the funding to mobilize and recruit thousands of pro-Family Americans.
In fact, recent reports state Majority Leader McCarthy is refusing to even discuss the bill unless a there is a coalition of pro-Family Americans willing to defend Religious Liberty.
Will you help prove McCarthy wrong by signing your petition supporting the First Amendment Defense Act and chip in $10 or $25 right away?
As the President of Public Advocate, I’ve devoted over thirty years to battling the radical homosexuals in Washington.
We’ve won many fights before – even when Public Advocate’s back was against the wall.
But now the radical Homosexual Lobby is using momentum from the recent Supreme Court decision to storm through Washington demanding passage of their agenda.
There are already countless reports of radical homosexuals downright bullying pro-Family Americans and pastors in the last year alone… even threatening the very homes they live in.
It’s clear the Homosexual Lobby and their operatives are forcing their radical agenda on the nation at an alarming pace.
And they’re telling Congress that you actually support them.
I know that’s not true, but Congress will believe it if pro-Family Americans don’t take action immediately.
So please, click here to sign your petition and help Public Advocate be the voice of thousands of pro-Family Americans by prayerfully considering chipping in $10 or $25 right away.
For the Family,
HON. EUGENE DELGAUDIO
President, Public Advocate of the United States
P.S. Pro-Family champion, Rep. Raul Labrador (R-ID) recently introduced the “First Amendment Defense Act” (H.R. 2802) to strengthen Religious Liberty.
Even though Labrador’s bill has 124 cosponsors, House Majority Leader McCarthy won’t schedule a vote for it unless thousands of pro-Family Americans rally to support it.
Please sign your “First Amendment Defense Act” petition right away.
And Help Public Advocate launch thousands of Internet ads, targeted mailings, and email messages by chipping in $10 or $25 immediately.
Sued.
Publically harassed.
Forced out of business.
Mandated to perform homosexual “marriage” ceremonies. These are just a few of the repercussions for defending Real Marriage in America today.
Does this sound like a nation founded on Religious Liberty to you?
But there is good news.
Pro-Family champion, Rep. Raul Labrador (R-ID) recently introduced the “First Amendment Defense Act” (H.R. 2802) to strengthen Religious Liberty.
Labrador’s bill prohibits the federal government from denying tax exemptions or other government benefits to individuals and institutions that defend Real Marriage.
And I will need the support of every Public Advocate supporter to pass this bill.
Obama’s Solicitor General, Donald Verrilli Jr., admitted Christian schools, churches and adoption agencies could lose their tax-exempt status if they refuse to support homosexual “marriage” as a result of the Supreme Court overturning Real Marriage.
But Rep. Labrador’s “First Amendment Defense Act” would prevent this. And it’s gaining support at a critical time.
Can I count on you to sign your “First Amendment Defense Act” right away?
Public Advocate is leading the fight to move this bill through Congress by mobilizing and recruiting pro-Family Americans like you.
I’m excited to report Labrador’s bill has over 120 co-sponsors in the house from where I delivered stacks of Religious Liberty Directives from pro-Family Americans to their offices.
But despite Public Advocate’s successful lobby efforts …
House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) and Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) are hoping you and I will quietly give up on this bill.
Sadly, Democrats -- and even many Republicans -- bend to the will of the radical Homosexual Lobby in Congress.
That’s because the radical homosexual operatives pressuring Congress are backed by Hollywood celebrities, the media and millions of your tax dollars.
I know there are more pro-Family Americans willing to defend Religious Liberty than there are radical homosexuals.
But members of Congress won’t hear our voice if Public Advocate doesn’t receive the funding to mobilize and recruit thousands of pro-Family Americans.
In fact, recent reports state Majority Leader McCarthy is refusing to even discuss the bill unless a there is a coalition of pro-Family Americans willing to defend Religious Liberty.
Will you help prove McCarthy wrong by signing your petition supporting the First Amendment Defense Act and chip in $10 or $25 right away?
As the President of Public Advocate, I’ve devoted over thirty years to battling the radical homosexuals in Washington.
We’ve won many fights before – even when Public Advocate’s back was against the wall.
But now the radical Homosexual Lobby is using momentum from the recent Supreme Court decision to storm through Washington demanding passage of their agenda.
There are already countless reports of radical homosexuals downright bullying pro-Family Americans and pastors in the last year alone… even threatening the very homes they live in.
It’s clear the Homosexual Lobby and their operatives are forcing their radical agenda on the nation at an alarming pace.
And they’re telling Congress that you actually support them.
I know that’s not true, but Congress will believe it if pro-Family Americans don’t take action immediately.
So please, click here to sign your petition and help Public Advocate be the voice of thousands of pro-Family Americans by prayerfully considering chipping in $10 or $25 right away.
For the Family,
HON. EUGENE DELGAUDIO
President, Public Advocate of the United States
P.S. Pro-Family champion, Rep. Raul Labrador (R-ID) recently introduced the “First Amendment Defense Act” (H.R. 2802) to strengthen Religious Liberty.
Even though Labrador’s bill has 124 cosponsors, House Majority Leader McCarthy won’t schedule a vote for it unless thousands of pro-Family Americans rally to support it.
Please sign your “First Amendment Defense Act” petition right away.
And Help Public Advocate launch thousands of Internet ads, targeted mailings, and email messages by chipping in $10 or $25 immediately.
Wednesday, July 15, 2015
Support your liberties by defeating H.R. 707
From Campaign For Liberty:
You might think after ramming the USA “FREEDOM” Act, a phony “reform” bill reauthorizing the so-called “Patriot” Act through the House, that House Leadership would take a break from violating the Constitution and infringing on our liberty…
But then, you would be wrong!
Campaign for Liberty staff is aware of a major behind-the-scenes push by House Leadership to quietly ram through another statist scheme, the “Restoration of America’s Wire Act,” H.R. 707.
This bill received a Subcommittee hearing just one month after it was introduced with few cosponsors, so we need to take this threat very seriously.
C4L staff learned from several sources that House Leadership ordered the Subcommittee to hold the hearing and stack the witness panel in favor of the bill.
For reasons that will become apparent when you read the description of this bill below, the House Leadership does not want the spotlight shone on their effort to pass this bill.
As the saying goes, sunlight is the best disinfectant...
So if they know that pro-liberty Americans like you are watching them, they may stop their behind-the-scenes arm-twisting and deal-making.
H.R. 707 tramples on the Tenth Amendment in order to give the government new powers to spy on your Internet usage. And it does this largely for the benefit of one powerful political donor.
So please sign your petition to House Leaders John Boehner, Kevin McCarthy, and Steve Scalise, telling them to publicly oppose H.R. 707.
By passing H.R. 707, Congress would be gambling with your liberties.
H.R. 707 gives the federal government new powers to spy on and control more of the Internet in order to stop individuals from gambling online instead of going to brick and mortar casinos.
It really ought to be known as the iGaming Ban, as its real intent is to outright prohibit certain types of Internet gambling a single billionaire casino mogul is not invested in.
H.R. 707 tramples on the Tenth Amendment by usurping the states’ power to legalize Internet gambling.
Currently, three states allow Internet gambling, and numerous other states are considering it.
If the statists pass the iGaming Ban, it will not just nationalize the issue of Internet gambling, it will set a precedent for federal nullification of other state laws protecting our liberties from Congress and the federal bureaucracy.
By making it a federal crime to gamble online, H.R. 707 will also expand the surveillance state’s reach over the Internet.
Of course, H.R. 707 supporters claim you have nothing to worry about if you don’t gamble.
But how else are they going to completely enforce the prohibition on iGaming unless they spy on everyone’s Internet activities?
Consider everything we have learned in recent years about the extent of government surveillance.
How can any American who values their privacy believe politicians and bureaucrats who say they can be trusted with new powers to “police” the Internet?
And how can we trust the promises of the House Judiciary Committee that H.R. 707 will not lead to even more mass online surveillance when they just tried to fool us into thinking the USA “FREEDOM” Act reined in the NSA?
So even if you do not gamble, keep in mind, this bill threatens your liberties too.
As previously mentioned, this legislation is not just an assault on our liberties, it is an example of crony capitalism at its worst.
Supporters of this bill say they want to stop people from gambling.
But what they are actually doing is stopping one type of gambling to benefit a billionaire casino mogul who does not want to compete with online casinos.
If the supporters of H.R. 707 are so concerned about gambling, why are they so eager to help someone who made his fortune in traditional casino gambling?
House Leadership is anxious to rush this bill into law in order to make this casino mogul, and political donor, happy...
And the only thing that can make them change their minds if they hear loud and clear from you!
So again, please sign your petition to House Leaders John Boehner, Kevin McCarthy, and Steve Scalise, telling them to public oppose H.R. 707.
If the statists pass the iGaming Ban, it will send a signal to the surveillance state supporters and crony capitalists that it is open season on your liberties.
Make sure Congress knows to stop gambling with your liberties.
In Liberty,
Norm Singleton
Senior Vice President
P.S. Please sign your petition to House Leaders John Boehner, Kevin McCarthy, and Steve Scalise, telling them to public oppose H.R. 707.
You might think after ramming the USA “FREEDOM” Act, a phony “reform” bill reauthorizing the so-called “Patriot” Act through the House, that House Leadership would take a break from violating the Constitution and infringing on our liberty…
But then, you would be wrong!
Campaign for Liberty staff is aware of a major behind-the-scenes push by House Leadership to quietly ram through another statist scheme, the “Restoration of America’s Wire Act,” H.R. 707.
This bill received a Subcommittee hearing just one month after it was introduced with few cosponsors, so we need to take this threat very seriously.
C4L staff learned from several sources that House Leadership ordered the Subcommittee to hold the hearing and stack the witness panel in favor of the bill.
For reasons that will become apparent when you read the description of this bill below, the House Leadership does not want the spotlight shone on their effort to pass this bill.
As the saying goes, sunlight is the best disinfectant...
So if they know that pro-liberty Americans like you are watching them, they may stop their behind-the-scenes arm-twisting and deal-making.
H.R. 707 tramples on the Tenth Amendment in order to give the government new powers to spy on your Internet usage. And it does this largely for the benefit of one powerful political donor.
So please sign your petition to House Leaders John Boehner, Kevin McCarthy, and Steve Scalise, telling them to publicly oppose H.R. 707.
By passing H.R. 707, Congress would be gambling with your liberties.
H.R. 707 gives the federal government new powers to spy on and control more of the Internet in order to stop individuals from gambling online instead of going to brick and mortar casinos.
It really ought to be known as the iGaming Ban, as its real intent is to outright prohibit certain types of Internet gambling a single billionaire casino mogul is not invested in.
H.R. 707 tramples on the Tenth Amendment by usurping the states’ power to legalize Internet gambling.
Currently, three states allow Internet gambling, and numerous other states are considering it.
If the statists pass the iGaming Ban, it will not just nationalize the issue of Internet gambling, it will set a precedent for federal nullification of other state laws protecting our liberties from Congress and the federal bureaucracy.
By making it a federal crime to gamble online, H.R. 707 will also expand the surveillance state’s reach over the Internet.
Of course, H.R. 707 supporters claim you have nothing to worry about if you don’t gamble.
But how else are they going to completely enforce the prohibition on iGaming unless they spy on everyone’s Internet activities?
Consider everything we have learned in recent years about the extent of government surveillance.
How can any American who values their privacy believe politicians and bureaucrats who say they can be trusted with new powers to “police” the Internet?
And how can we trust the promises of the House Judiciary Committee that H.R. 707 will not lead to even more mass online surveillance when they just tried to fool us into thinking the USA “FREEDOM” Act reined in the NSA?
So even if you do not gamble, keep in mind, this bill threatens your liberties too.
As previously mentioned, this legislation is not just an assault on our liberties, it is an example of crony capitalism at its worst.
Supporters of this bill say they want to stop people from gambling.
But what they are actually doing is stopping one type of gambling to benefit a billionaire casino mogul who does not want to compete with online casinos.
If the supporters of H.R. 707 are so concerned about gambling, why are they so eager to help someone who made his fortune in traditional casino gambling?
House Leadership is anxious to rush this bill into law in order to make this casino mogul, and political donor, happy...
And the only thing that can make them change their minds if they hear loud and clear from you!
So again, please sign your petition to House Leaders John Boehner, Kevin McCarthy, and Steve Scalise, telling them to public oppose H.R. 707.
If the statists pass the iGaming Ban, it will send a signal to the surveillance state supporters and crony capitalists that it is open season on your liberties.
Make sure Congress knows to stop gambling with your liberties.
In Liberty,
Norm Singleton
Senior Vice President
P.S. Please sign your petition to House Leaders John Boehner, Kevin McCarthy, and Steve Scalise, telling them to public oppose H.R. 707.
Support H.R. 2802 the First Amendment Defense Act
From Public Advocate:
Your pressure is working.
Congress is reacting to the thousands of Religious Liberty Directives I delivered from Public Advocate supporters.
But Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) and his right-hand man, House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), refuse to support an important bill defending Religious Liberty.
You see, McCarthy is the one who sets the floor schedule in Congress.
And pro-Family champion, Rep. Raul Labrador (R-ID), recently introduced the “First Amendment Defense Act” (H.R. 2802) which would help protect Religious Liberty.
The bill prohibits the federal government from denying tax exemptions or other government benefits to individuals and institutions that defend Real Marriage.
After delivering Public Advocate petitions to Congress, the bill already attained more than 100 co-sponsors in just a month.
And this bill is gaining rapid momentum.
That’s because thousands of pro-Family Americans are realizing they’re under siege from the radical Homosexual Lobby.
The radical Homosexual Lobby is ruthlessly attacking and silencing anyone who opposes them.
That’s why I need you to call both Speaker John Boehner and House Majority Leader McCarthy and urge them to support and schedule a vote on H.R. 2802, the “First Amendment Defense Act” immediately.
Speaker John Boehner: (202) 225-6205
Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy: (202) 225-2915
Email John Boehner
This is our best chance to bring the bill to the floor for a roll call vote.
Thousands of pro-Family Americans are now alert to the radical agenda of the Homosexual Lobby.
And they’re outraged after witnessing the Supreme Court strike down Real Marriage.
But will Speaker Boehner and his top lieutenant, House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy, listen?
So please call Speaker Boehner and House Majority Leader McCarthy right away and urge them to support and schedule a vote on H.R. 2802, the “First Amendment Defense Act” immediately.
Speaker John Boehner: (202) 225-6205
Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy: (202) 225-2915
Email John Boehner
And after you call them, please forward this email to a friend.
Encourage them to also sign Public Advocate’s "Protect Religious Directive" right away.
Thank you for all you do to support Public Advocate.
For the Family,
HON. EUGENE DELGAUDIO
President, Public Advocate of the U.S.
P.S. It’s important you call Speaker Boehner and his right-hand man, House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), right away.
Rep. McCarthy is refusing to use his power to schedule a floor vote for a bill protecting Religious Liberty in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Call them right away and urge them to support and schedule a vote on H.R. 2802, the “First Amendment Defense Act” immediately.
Speaker John Boehner: (202) 225-6205
Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy: (202) 225-2915
Email John Boehner
After you call him please sign your "Protect Religious Liberty Directive" immediately and forward this email to your pro-Family friends and family.
And if you can, please help Public Advocate recruit more pro-Family Americans by chipping in $10 or $25 immediately.
For maximum effectiveness fill out the directive and call Boehner's and McCarthy's offices to put the pressure on. John Boehner's voicemail box was full so I wrote him and sent him an email instead. You are invited to do one or hopefully both. I don't like bullies and the rainbow mafia is acting like the biggest bullies on the block. It's time to say "enough".
Your pressure is working.
Congress is reacting to the thousands of Religious Liberty Directives I delivered from Public Advocate supporters.
But Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) and his right-hand man, House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), refuse to support an important bill defending Religious Liberty.
You see, McCarthy is the one who sets the floor schedule in Congress.
And pro-Family champion, Rep. Raul Labrador (R-ID), recently introduced the “First Amendment Defense Act” (H.R. 2802) which would help protect Religious Liberty.
The bill prohibits the federal government from denying tax exemptions or other government benefits to individuals and institutions that defend Real Marriage.
After delivering Public Advocate petitions to Congress, the bill already attained more than 100 co-sponsors in just a month.
And this bill is gaining rapid momentum.
That’s because thousands of pro-Family Americans are realizing they’re under siege from the radical Homosexual Lobby.
The radical Homosexual Lobby is ruthlessly attacking and silencing anyone who opposes them.
That’s why I need you to call both Speaker John Boehner and House Majority Leader McCarthy and urge them to support and schedule a vote on H.R. 2802, the “First Amendment Defense Act” immediately.
Speaker John Boehner: (202) 225-6205
Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy: (202) 225-2915
Email John Boehner
This is our best chance to bring the bill to the floor for a roll call vote.
Thousands of pro-Family Americans are now alert to the radical agenda of the Homosexual Lobby.
And they’re outraged after witnessing the Supreme Court strike down Real Marriage.
But will Speaker Boehner and his top lieutenant, House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy, listen?
So please call Speaker Boehner and House Majority Leader McCarthy right away and urge them to support and schedule a vote on H.R. 2802, the “First Amendment Defense Act” immediately.
Speaker John Boehner: (202) 225-6205
Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy: (202) 225-2915
Email John Boehner
And after you call them, please forward this email to a friend.
Encourage them to also sign Public Advocate’s "Protect Religious Directive" right away.
Thank you for all you do to support Public Advocate.
For the Family,
HON. EUGENE DELGAUDIO
President, Public Advocate of the U.S.
P.S. It’s important you call Speaker Boehner and his right-hand man, House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), right away.
Rep. McCarthy is refusing to use his power to schedule a floor vote for a bill protecting Religious Liberty in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Call them right away and urge them to support and schedule a vote on H.R. 2802, the “First Amendment Defense Act” immediately.
Speaker John Boehner: (202) 225-6205
Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy: (202) 225-2915
Email John Boehner
After you call him please sign your "Protect Religious Liberty Directive" immediately and forward this email to your pro-Family friends and family.
And if you can, please help Public Advocate recruit more pro-Family Americans by chipping in $10 or $25 immediately.
For maximum effectiveness fill out the directive and call Boehner's and McCarthy's offices to put the pressure on. John Boehner's voicemail box was full so I wrote him and sent him an email instead. You are invited to do one or hopefully both. I don't like bullies and the rainbow mafia is acting like the biggest bullies on the block. It's time to say "enough".
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
Tell the federal govenment to leave internet gambling alone
From Campaign For Liberty:
History shows that when government tries to save us from ourselves, the cure is much worse than the disease. It always results in far more government intrusion into our lives and liberty than anyone imagined.
The latest target is Internet gambling.
While the federal government has no interest in shutting down the 1,500 casinos in all 50 states, it has targeted the 2,000 Internet gambling sites.
Please don’t fool yourself into thinking this bill has anything to do with helping people with a “problem.”
It’s about more federal preemption of state laws and more government control over the Internet and what you do.
And it’s about appeasing one well-connected billionaire casino owner who is the driving force behind the legislation.
Arguably, if statists pass the “Restoration of America’s Wire Act” (S. 2159/H.R. 4301), they could even shut down a MeetUp site if a couple of members make a friendly wager on a college rivalry football game.
And inside sources say California Representatives Kevin McCarthy (District 23), Ami Bera (District 7), and Scott Peters (District 52) may vote in favor of spying on your Internet activities!
Please call your U.S. senators and U.S. representative at 202-224-3121 right away. Demand they oppose and vote against the “Restoration of America’s Wire Act” (S. 2159/H.R. 4301).
Even if you’re not in his district, it is particularly important to contact Representative McCarthy since, as House Majority Leader, he will play an important role in determining this bill’s fate.
You can reach Representative McCarthy’s Majority Leader office at 202-225-4000.
Senator Lindsey Graham is leading the charge on this new radical scheme inside Congress, with “bipartisan” support.
Why can’t they just leave the Internet alone?
Why can’t they just leave YOU and ME alone?
After all we’ve learned about the national surveillance state, we can’t afford yet another bill that would pave the way for federal bureaucrats to increase their spying on Americans’ Internet activities.
So please call Congress and make your voice heard right away!
This bill also tramples on states’ rights by usurping state authority over this issue.
Currently, several states allow Internet gambling, and others are considering it.
But this legislation strips away that sovereignty, giving yet more power to an already obese central government.
If it passes, it will set a precedent for federal nullification of state laws – laws protecting your liberties from Congress and the federal bureaucracy.
It will send a signal that it is open season on your personal liberties.
So it’s imperative you take action right away.
Please call your U.S. senators and your U.S. representative at 202-224-3121 TODAY.
And you can reach Representative Kevin McCarthy’s Majority Leader office at 202-225-4000.
Demand they oppose and vote against the “Restoration of America’s Wire Act.”
In Liberty,
Deb Wells
Senior Director of State Operations
P.S. The “Restoration of America’s Wire Act” (S. 2159/H.R. 4301) is a new radical scheme that would create more federal control over the Internet.
It tramples on states’ rights by stripping away state sovereignty, gives even
more power to an already obese central government, and appeases the well-connected at the expense of all Americans’ liberty.
And California Representatives Kevin McCarthy (District 23), Ami Bera (District 7), and Scott Peters (District 52) are rumored to support this!
It’s imperative you call your U.S. senators and U.S. representative at 202-224-3121. Demand they oppose and vote against the “Restoration of America’s Wire Act.”
Even if you’re not in his district, it is particularly important to contact Representative McCarthy since, as House Majority Leader, he will play an important role in determining this bill’s fate.
You can reach Representative McCarthy’s Majority Leader office at 202-225-4000.
Or you can find your Representatives and your Senators and contact them.
History shows that when government tries to save us from ourselves, the cure is much worse than the disease. It always results in far more government intrusion into our lives and liberty than anyone imagined.
The latest target is Internet gambling.
While the federal government has no interest in shutting down the 1,500 casinos in all 50 states, it has targeted the 2,000 Internet gambling sites.
Please don’t fool yourself into thinking this bill has anything to do with helping people with a “problem.”
It’s about more federal preemption of state laws and more government control over the Internet and what you do.
And it’s about appeasing one well-connected billionaire casino owner who is the driving force behind the legislation.
Arguably, if statists pass the “Restoration of America’s Wire Act” (S. 2159/H.R. 4301), they could even shut down a MeetUp site if a couple of members make a friendly wager on a college rivalry football game.
And inside sources say California Representatives Kevin McCarthy (District 23), Ami Bera (District 7), and Scott Peters (District 52) may vote in favor of spying on your Internet activities!
Please call your U.S. senators and U.S. representative at 202-224-3121 right away. Demand they oppose and vote against the “Restoration of America’s Wire Act” (S. 2159/H.R. 4301).
Even if you’re not in his district, it is particularly important to contact Representative McCarthy since, as House Majority Leader, he will play an important role in determining this bill’s fate.
You can reach Representative McCarthy’s Majority Leader office at 202-225-4000.
Senator Lindsey Graham is leading the charge on this new radical scheme inside Congress, with “bipartisan” support.
Why can’t they just leave the Internet alone?
Why can’t they just leave YOU and ME alone?
After all we’ve learned about the national surveillance state, we can’t afford yet another bill that would pave the way for federal bureaucrats to increase their spying on Americans’ Internet activities.
So please call Congress and make your voice heard right away!
This bill also tramples on states’ rights by usurping state authority over this issue.
Currently, several states allow Internet gambling, and others are considering it.
But this legislation strips away that sovereignty, giving yet more power to an already obese central government.
If it passes, it will set a precedent for federal nullification of state laws – laws protecting your liberties from Congress and the federal bureaucracy.
It will send a signal that it is open season on your personal liberties.
So it’s imperative you take action right away.
Please call your U.S. senators and your U.S. representative at 202-224-3121 TODAY.
And you can reach Representative Kevin McCarthy’s Majority Leader office at 202-225-4000.
Demand they oppose and vote against the “Restoration of America’s Wire Act.”
In Liberty,
Deb Wells
Senior Director of State Operations
P.S. The “Restoration of America’s Wire Act” (S. 2159/H.R. 4301) is a new radical scheme that would create more federal control over the Internet.
It tramples on states’ rights by stripping away state sovereignty, gives even
more power to an already obese central government, and appeases the well-connected at the expense of all Americans’ liberty.
And California Representatives Kevin McCarthy (District 23), Ami Bera (District 7), and Scott Peters (District 52) are rumored to support this!
It’s imperative you call your U.S. senators and U.S. representative at 202-224-3121. Demand they oppose and vote against the “Restoration of America’s Wire Act.”
Even if you’re not in his district, it is particularly important to contact Representative McCarthy since, as House Majority Leader, he will play an important role in determining this bill’s fate.
You can reach Representative McCarthy’s Majority Leader office at 202-225-4000.
Or you can find your Representatives and your Senators and contact them.
Friday, November 14, 2014
Reid and Obama are trying to ram the Gay Bill Of Special Rights through a lame duck Congress
From Public Advocate:
The lame duck Congress begins today.
And President Obama and the Homosexual Lobby have never been more dangerous.
With Harry Reid soon fired as Senate Majority Leader, President Obama and the Homosexual Lobby are desperate to ram the Gay Bill of Special Rights through the House of Representatives before the new Congress returns in January.
I'm afraid they'll pull out all the stops to beg, borrow, and steal enough votes from defeated and retiring Congressmen to pass this anti-Family bill.
They already have 206 co-sponsors in the House, and my gut tells me if they are successful in securing a vote, they'll have enough support to pass.
Our best chance at defeating the Homosexual Lobby's desperate scheme is to unleash a tidal wave of pro-Family voices demanding Republican leadership in the House respect the midterm mandate and hold the line against the Homosexual Agenda.
I've already drawn up Public Advocate's hard-hitting plan to do just that, in part using targeted banners like the ones below.
This is the same hard-hitting program Public Advocate executed to expose the records of eight anti-Family U.S. Senators.
But unless my supporters can help us raise our $15,000 program goal by midnight, the Homosexual Lobby could drown out our pro-Family message.
Please click here to give your most generous contribution of $15 to help Public Advocate keep Republican House leadership's feet to the fire.
Don't let the Homosexual Lobby convince House Speaker John Boehner, Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy, and Majority Whip Steve Scalise that pro-Family Americans aren't paying attention after the conservative wave of last week's elections.
Help Public Advocate keep their feet to the fire.
Click here to sign your petition to House Speaker John Boehner, Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy, and Majority Whip Steve Scalise to demand they respect the pro-Family midterm mandate and hold the line against the Gay Bill of Special Rights.
And once you've signed, help Public Advocate make sure they get the message by giving your most generous gift of $15, $10, or $5 right away.
For the Family,
HON. EUGENE DELGAUDIO
President, Public Advocate of the U.S.
P.S. Our best chance at defeating the Homosexual Lobby's desperate scheme is to unleash a tidal wave of pro-Family voices demanding Republican leadership respect the midterm mandate and hold the line against the Homosexual Agenda.
Click here to sign your "Hold the Line: Respect the Mandate!" petition to Republican House leadership right away.
And after you've signed, help Public Advocate keep their feet to the fire by giving your most generous gift of $15, $10, or $5.
The lame duck Congress begins today.
And President Obama and the Homosexual Lobby have never been more dangerous.
With Harry Reid soon fired as Senate Majority Leader, President Obama and the Homosexual Lobby are desperate to ram the Gay Bill of Special Rights through the House of Representatives before the new Congress returns in January.
I'm afraid they'll pull out all the stops to beg, borrow, and steal enough votes from defeated and retiring Congressmen to pass this anti-Family bill.
They already have 206 co-sponsors in the House, and my gut tells me if they are successful in securing a vote, they'll have enough support to pass.
Our best chance at defeating the Homosexual Lobby's desperate scheme is to unleash a tidal wave of pro-Family voices demanding Republican leadership in the House respect the midterm mandate and hold the line against the Homosexual Agenda.
I've already drawn up Public Advocate's hard-hitting plan to do just that, in part using targeted banners like the ones below.
This is the same hard-hitting program Public Advocate executed to expose the records of eight anti-Family U.S. Senators.
But unless my supporters can help us raise our $15,000 program goal by midnight, the Homosexual Lobby could drown out our pro-Family message.
Please click here to give your most generous contribution of $15 to help Public Advocate keep Republican House leadership's feet to the fire.
Don't let the Homosexual Lobby convince House Speaker John Boehner, Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy, and Majority Whip Steve Scalise that pro-Family Americans aren't paying attention after the conservative wave of last week's elections.
Help Public Advocate keep their feet to the fire.
Click here to sign your petition to House Speaker John Boehner, Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy, and Majority Whip Steve Scalise to demand they respect the pro-Family midterm mandate and hold the line against the Gay Bill of Special Rights.
And once you've signed, help Public Advocate make sure they get the message by giving your most generous gift of $15, $10, or $5 right away.
For the Family,
HON. EUGENE DELGAUDIO
President, Public Advocate of the U.S.
P.S. Our best chance at defeating the Homosexual Lobby's desperate scheme is to unleash a tidal wave of pro-Family voices demanding Republican leadership respect the midterm mandate and hold the line against the Homosexual Agenda.
Click here to sign your "Hold the Line: Respect the Mandate!" petition to Republican House leadership right away.
And after you've signed, help Public Advocate keep their feet to the fire by giving your most generous gift of $15, $10, or $5.
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