State Senator Scott Brown's "surprise" victory in Massachusetts has had the politicos in turmoil this week. The Democrats are stunned; The Republicans (I think) are pleasantly surprised. Either way, the victory has changed the dynamics of Washington politcs and set the stage for Republican Victory in November. Newt Gingrich offered some savy advise in his column for Human Events (www.humanevents.com). Newt suggested some lessons learned. Two, in particular, are significant to the purpose of this web site. First, he suggests, Republicans should run candidates everywhere and not worry about what has previously happened in a particular district or state. Second, he recommends "Being Positive" and to field principled, issue-oriented candidates who address the issues of most concern to the American people - the economy, terrorism, government transparency. He goes on to suggest the Republicans must offer solid solutions for the issues. Newt also points out that Populism Is Real because the American people are aroused and intend to speak up and be heard at the ballot box. He believes they intend to "fire" those with whom they most disagree and replace them with those who will listen.
Let's make sure we listen.

State Senator Scott Brown is now US Senator-elect Scott Brown. By about a 52%-47% margin the Senator defeated his Democratic opponent for the unexpired term as US Senator from Massachusetts.
What a stunning blow to the Democratic majority in Congress to discover they may no longer have a bullet-proof Senate majority. Will they wake up and smell the bacon? Doubtful. The American people  have, however, and will continue to attempt to tell them they are wrong.
What a Victory for the Republicans, but look at why - the Independent voters of Massachusetts spoke. They took sides at the one time they could. Now we must work to repeat this success in other States by taking our powerful message to the American People. We must convince them that we are in tune with them, that we are one of them, that we believe in the basic values that have made America great. We must not just "preach to the choir", WE MUST GO OUT ON THE STREET CORNER AND SHOUT THE MESSAGE.

Information on Early Voting locations, dates and times for the March 2nd Primary are now posted. Please note that Early Voting does not begin until TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16 because Monday in the President's Day holiday. Also, note that times vary by location so please check before you go. Early voting is an easy way to insure you do not forget to vote. PLEASE Be Sure To VOTE as every vote does count. 

Sorry for the absence but I took time off to get married, move to a new home and celebrate the holidays. Wow, what a busy time. but now I am back with good news.
THE REPUBLICAN PARTY IS ALIVE AND WELL!
In Wichita County we fielded a strong and competitive slate of candidates. and throughout Texas candidates stepped forward in large numbers to compete for positions in Congress, the State Legislature, State-wide offices such as Governor, and in local county races. For example, our neighbor - Montague county - had 22 candidates file for local positions. FANTASTIC!
i have said for some time this is a Republican Year Now let's prove it with a large primary election turn-out and by actively supporting our winning candidates in the November election.
REMEMBER - WE MUST WORK HARDER, WORK SMARTER, AND (MOST IMPORTANTLY) WORK TOGETHER! The Goal is VICTORY IN 2010!