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Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is: Earlier this week, Senator Hillary Clinton said "We didn't ask for George Bush's tax cuts. We didn't want them and we didn't need them." Earlier this year, Warren Buffett testified before Congress saying in part "I think we need to....take a little more out of the hides of guys like me." Barbara Streisand once said "Republicans cater to the rich. I'd rather pay more taxes, see social reform, health care and research for AIDS." All of these people could have voluntarily paid more in taxes. But they chose not to. Maybe that's because...

From Congressman John Campbell 's laptop to yours: Friday, May 11th, 2007 Final Warning of the Week: As bad as the stuff I sent you earlier in the week was, this next item may be the worst. Prepare thyself. Intelligence: Last night (or actually about 12:30AM this morning), the House passed a bill to fund our intelligence operations (CIA, NSA etc.). Many of the details of this bill are classified. But here's what I can tell you. Included in this bill you will find a directive from Congress that makes our intelligence agencies study global warming. Regardless of what you...

I can't keep from commenting on all the "protests" that went on around the country yesterday. So, here are my thoughts: May Day: Have you noticed the significance of the date that was picked for these protests? May Day has been a socialist holiday since the beginning of the Socialist/Marxist Movement in the late 19th century. For decades, we would watch TV clips of the Soviet Union's big May Day celebrations at Red Square where they would showcase their latest weaponry. May Day is a socialist/communist holiday. I do not think the choice of this day is any coincidence. What...

Last week California State Representative John Campbell won a special election to fill the U.S. House of Representatives seat vacated when Chris Cox was appointed to chair the Securities and Exchange Commission this summer. But Campbell's victory, which was never in doubt, wasn't the headline of the election. Jim Gilchrist, founder of the volunteer border-watching group known as the Minutemen, ran as an independent on a border-security platform, and garnered about a quarter of the vote, 10% higher than his showing in the 19-candidate "jungle primary" in October. Campbell's share of the vote dropped a percentage point from the primary,...

The Hugh Hewitt Show is heard on 112 radio stations nationwide. You may obtain information about affiliates by e-mailing: johagan@hughhewitt.com. Location Call Letters Frequency Show Times Ashburn, GA WTIF 107.5 6-9 PM Sat., Sun Atlanta, GA WLTA 1400 AM 10-12 PM WNIV 970 AM 10-12 PM WGKA 1190 AM 6-9 PM - "Best of" 7-10 Sat. Bakersfield, CA KNZR 1560 AM 7-10 PM Baltimore, MD WITH 1230 AM 6-9 PM Bartlesville, OK KWON 1400 AM 7 PM Black Mountain, NC WFGW 1010 AM 6-9 PM Boone, IA KFFF 1260 AM 99.3 FM 5-8 PM Boston, MA WTTT 1150 AM 6-9...

The Hugh Hewitt Show is heard on 112 radio stations nationwide. You may obtain information about affiliates by e-mailing: johagan@hughhewitt.com. Location Call Letters Frequency Show Times Ashburn, GA WTIF 107.5 6-9 PM Sat., Sun Atlanta, GA WLTA 1400 AM 10-12 PM WNIV 970 AM 10-12 PM WGKA 1190 AM 6-9 PM - "Best of" 7-10 Sat. Bakersfield, CA KNZR 1560 AM 7-10 PM Baltimore, MD WITH 1230 AM 6-9 PM Bartlesville, OK KWON 1400 AM 7 PM Black Mountain, NC WFGW 1010 AM 6-9 PM Boone, IA KFFF 1260 AM 99.3 FM 5-8 PM Boston, MA WTTT 1150 AM 6-9...

Illegal Immigration: When a one-issue activist from a fringe party holds the Republican candidate to under 45% in GOP territory, it's time to take notice. If you're looking for the Orange County of pop culture and political lore, you'll find it in California's 48th Congressional District. This is the quintessential O.C., from storied beaches to rock-ribbed Republicanism. Outside the college enclave of U.C. Irvine, this is turf where the GOP reigns and its candidates usually win in a walk.

Today it is official, former State Senator John Campbell will take the Congressional seat vacated by SEC Chairman Chris Cox. Campbell is a solid conservative. In September, I had a chance to interview him during his race. I have republished that interview in full in the extended section. Read the whole thing, and you will see that Campbell will be a welcome addition for conservatives. Tim Chapman Interviews CA State Senator John Campbell Thursday, September 29, 2005 TC: We’ll start with some questions about conservatism in general. Can you explain to me, and to our readers, what you see as...

From today's Hotline: "~~~Don't Believe The Hype? Is "immigration" the great overlooked issue that is ready to shoot up the "importance" chart? Or is it simply the obsession of a passionate, and vocal, minority of GOPers? -- The results out of immigration's first big electoral test in CA 48 seem to favor the latter. Minuteman founder Jim Gilchrist (I) spent approx $500K (nearly 4 times the Dem nominee), was covered in the media as if he were the chief challenger to eventual winner John Campbell (R) and was running in one of the most immigration-focused CDs (the O.C.). -- And...

The Hugh Hewitt Show is heard on 112 radio stations nationwide. You may obtain information about affiliates by e-mailing: johagan@hughhewitt.com. Location Call Letters Frequency Show Times Ashburn, GA WTIF 107.5 6-9 PM Sat., Sun Atlanta, GA WLTA 1400 AM 10-12 PM WNIV 970 AM 10-12 PM WGKA 1190 AM 6-9 PM - "Best of" 7-10 Sat. Bakersfield, CA KNZR 1560 AM 7-10 PM Baltimore, MD WITH 1230 AM 6-9 PM Bartlesville, OK KWON 1400 AM 7 PM Black Mountain, NC WFGW 1010 AM 6-9 PM Boone, IA KFFF 1260 AM 99.3 FM 5-8 PM Boston, MA WTTT 1150 AM 6-9...

In a race that drew national attention, Sen. John Campbell (R-Irvine) held a wide lead throughout the evening, ending the night with nearly 45% of the vote. But it was Minuteman Project co-founder and first-time candidate Jim Gilchrest of the American Independent Party who drew the spotlight with his one-issue campaign... Gilchrest lost the election, but he found victory in his showing.

...What to conclude? Despite massive media attention and around-the-clock boosterism from local radio flaks and know-nothings John & Ken, the candidacy of anti-illegal immigration single issue candidate Jim Gilchrist could only muster 23,237 votes --less than one third of the Graham vote in November of 2004. No "Minuteman" candidate will ever have more favorable conditions than this special election, and still the Minuteman candidate failed miserably. As will a Congressman Tancredo if he mounts a "run" for the presidency. Hard truth: There is a small, but important anti-illegal immigrant vote. It is less than 10% in one of the most...

Orange County 48th Congressional District General Election December 6, 2005 Unofficial Results for Election Next Update: 0 Days 0 Hours 54 Minutes 0 Seconds Registration and Turnout Completed Precincts: 0 of 268 Reg/Turnout Percentage Total Registered Voters 405655 Precinct Registration 405655 Precinct Ballots Cast 0 0.0% Early Ballots Cast 0 0.0% Absentee Ballots Cast 0 0.0% Total Ballots Cast 0 0.0% UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE 48th District Vote Count Percentage JOHN CAMPBELL (REP) 0 0.0% BRUCE COHEN (LIB) 0 0.0% STEVE YOUNG (DEM) 0 0.0% BÉA TIRITILLI (GRN) 0 0.0% JIM GILCHRIST (AI) 0 0.0%

The Hugh Hewitt Show is heard on 112 radio stations nationwide. You may obtain information about affiliates by e-mailing: johagan@hughhewitt.com. Location Call Letters Frequency Show Times Ashburn, GA WTIF 107.5 6-9 PM Sat., Sun Atlanta, GA WLTA 1400 AM 10-12 PM WNIV 970 AM 10-12 PM WGKA 1190 AM 6-9 PM - "Best of" 7-10 Sat. Bakersfield, CA KNZR 1560 AM 7-10 PM Baltimore, MD WITH 1230 AM 6-9 PM Bartlesville, OK KWON 1400 AM 7 PM Black Mountain, NC WFGW 1010 AM 6-9 PM Boone, IA KFFF 1260 AM 99.3 FM 5-8 PM Boston, MA WTTT 1150 AM 6-9...

Lake Forest, CA — Minuteman Project founder and 48th Congressional District candidate Jim Gilchrist – who this weekend garnered the endorsement of the National Border Patrol Council, the union that represents 10,000 front-line U.S. Border Patrol agents and employees – today criticized opponent John Campbell for “backsliding” on his support of the California Border Police Initiative. Campbell in a recent media interview confirmed his discomfort and lack of commitment towards the Initiative he supposedly co-sponsors. Campbell has “sold out all of the people who have donated money and who have ‘given their blood, sweat and tears’ to get this critical...

The Republican Party has nominated John Campbell to replace Chris Cox as representative of the people of the 48th Congressional Dist. in Ca. If you look at John Campbell's voting record in Saacramento you will see why I resigned from the NRC and the NRCC. One old friend of mine described John Campbell as, "A political Whore". Jim Gilchrist on the other hand is a true American (On the order of the original Miute men). He is the actual founder of the Minuteman Org.and should replace Cox.

ANAHEIM, California (Reuters) - The Republican favorite for a California congressional seat was forced into a runoff with Jim Gilchrist, founder of a volunteer border patrol group, and three other candidates after failing to capture a majority of the vote. With all precincts reporting in Tuesday's special election for the 48th Congressional district, former state Sen. John Campbell had collected 46 percent of the votes cast, followed by fellow Republican and former state Assemblywoman Marilyn Brewer at 16.7 percent. Gilchrist, who founded the Minuteman movement and is running as an American Independent Party candidate, drew 14.4 percent, followed by Democrat...

IRVINE, Calif. (AP) - Illegal immigration emerged as a critical issue in the race to fill the nation's only vacant House seat, as an anti-immigration activist siphoned off enough votes from the GOP-backed favorite to force a runoff election. State Sen. John Campbell finished with 46 percent of the vote in Tuesday's special election in Southern California's heavily Republican Orange County, but failed to gain the majority needed to avoid a runoff. He will face the top vote-getters from four other parties in the Dec. 6 election. Second-place finisher Marilyn Brewer, a moderate Republican who drew 17 percent of the...

Orange County 48th Congressional District Primary Election October 4, 2005, 10:09 PM Unofficial Results for Election Registration and Turnout Completed Precincts: 92 of 268 Reg/Turnout Percentage Total Registered Voters 402006 Precinct Registration 402006 Precinct Ballots Cast 12810 3.2% Early Ballots Cast 962 0.2% Absentee Ballots Cast 47440 11.8% Total Ballots Cast 61212 15.2% UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE 48th District Vote Count Percentage JOHN CAMPBELL (REP) 29681 48.9% MARILYN C. BREWER (REP) 9607 15.8% JIM GILCHRIST (AI) 6313 10.4% STEVE YOUNG (DEM) 5831 9.6% JOHN GRAHAM (DEM) 2651 4.4% BEA FOSTER (DEM) 2192 3.6% DON UDALL (REP) 1127 1.9% JOHN KELLY...

This race to replace former Rep. Christopher Cox, who left Congress in August to become chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, includes 17 candidates – 10 Republicans, four Democrats and three independents – plus two write-ins. If any candidate gets 50 percent plus one vote, that person will automatically become the next House member from the coastal Newport Beach-based district. If not, a general election will be held Dec. 6 and the top vote-getters from each party will be on that ballot. The candidates for this race: Republicans: • Marilyn Brewer • John Campbell • David R. Crouch •...