Posted on 11/09/2008 4:13:55 AM PST by jmaroneps37
Minnesota Senator Norm Coleman is now just over 220 votes ahead of Democrat Al Franken in the race for the final available senate seat in America. While it would be easy to say, “Well Coleman didn’t vote for this bill or that bill, let him go” this is defeatist, suicidal and sets back our fight to rebuild our conservative movement.
Coleman has a lifetime 73% American Conservative Union rating, substantially larger than the voters of Minnesota, but not the American people deserve.
Minnesota’s other senator, Amy Klobucher shows us what Franken would be like. Klobucher’s lifetime American Conservative Union rating is 4%.
Franken would strive for and likely deserve a zero ACU rating then brag about it. He’d make Klobucher the house conservative.
Norm Coleman’s road back to Washington is getting steeper by the hour. There is credible evidence that the man doing the recount of Minnesota’s votes is a tool of ACORN.
Mark Ritchie the Minnesota Secretary of State is a Democrat’s Democrat. He was endorsed in 2006 by these groups, each of whom hate conservatism and would make America a gray faceless Soviet socialist country when given the chance.
Minnesota ACORN Political Action Committee
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)
Education Minnesota
League of Young Voters/League of Pissed-Off Voters
Minnesota AFL-CIO
NARAL Pro-Choice Minnesota Election Fund
Planned Parenthood of Minnesota Political Action Fund
Progressive Action of Northeastern Minnesota and Northwestern Wisconsin
Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Minnesota State Council
Southside Pride
Stonewall DFL
These groups will love Franken as well.
America and conservatism can’t lose Norm Coleman.
He needs money for this recount. If each of us doesn’t personally step up, its over and the socialists will steal this seat.
Any questions about what we have to do?
Send him whatever you can http://www.colemanforsenate.com/splash
(Excerpt) Read more at collinsreport.net ...
NORM COLEMAN'S "LIBERAL RINO" VOTING RECORD:
2007 In 2007 NARAL Pro-Choice America gave Senator Coleman a grade of 0.
2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the NARAL Pro-Choice America 0 percent in 2006.
2003-2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the National Right to Life Committee 100 percent in 2003-2006.
1995-2004 On the votes that the National Family Planning & Reproductive Health Association considered to be the most important in 1995-2004, Senator Coleman voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.
2008 In 2008 National Rifle Association gave Senator Coleman a grade of A, in its scorecard for candidates seeking office in 2008.
2007 In 2007 Gun Owners of America gave Senator Coleman a rating of B.
2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Gun Owners of America 100 percent in 2006.
2002 Based on lifetime voting records on gun issues and the results of a questionnaire sent to all Congressional candidates in 2002, the National Rifle Association assigned Senator Coleman a grade of A (with grades ranging from a high of A+ to a low of F).
2008 In 2008 National Tax Limitation Committee gave Senator Coleman a grade of A in its special report.
2007 In 2007 Americans for Tax Reform gave Senator Coleman a grade of 75.
2004 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the American Shareholders Association 95 percent in 2004.
2004 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Americans for Tax Reform 95 percent in 2004.
2007-2008 In 2007-2008 National Federation of Independent Business gave Senator Coleman a rating of 100 in its 110th (2007-2008) Pre-Election Congressional Report.
2007 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the U.
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Chamber of Commerce 82 percent in 2007.
2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Business-Industry Political Action Committee 90 percent in 2006.
2005-2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the National Small Business Association 87 percent in 2005-2006.
2003-2004 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the National Small Business Association 100 percent in 2003-2004.
2003 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the U.
S.
Chamber of Commerce 91 percent in 2003.
2007 In 2007 Irregular Times/Progressive Patriots gave Senator Coleman a rating of 0.
2005-2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the American Civil Liberties Union 17 percent in 2005-2006.
2003-2004 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the American Civil Liberties Union 11 percent in 2003-2004.
2003-2004 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the NAACP 21 percent in 2003-2004.
2003 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Arab American Institute 25 percent in 2003.
Fall 2004 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Conservative Index - The John Birch Society 80 percent in Fall 2004.
2007-2008 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Christian Coalition 90 percent in 2007-2008.
2007 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Eagle Forum 76 percent in 2007.
2005-2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Campaign for Working Families 88 percent in 2005-2006.
2005-2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Concerned Women for America 100 percent in 2005-2006.
2003 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the American Conservative Union 85 percent in 2003.
2003 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Campaign for Working Families 97 percent in 2003.
2003 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Center for Reclaiming America 100 percent in 2003.
2003 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Christian Coalition 100 percent in 2003.
2003 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Concerned Women for America 100 percent in 2003.
2003 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Eagle Forum 80 percent in 2003.
2003 Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to Republican Liberty Caucus's position, Senator Coleman received a rating of 85.
2007 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the National Employment Lawyers Association 0 percent in 2007.
2007 Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to American Land Rights Association's position, Senator Coleman received a rating of 90.
2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the League of Conservation Voters 29 percent in 2006.
2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Republicans for Environmental Protection 29 percent in 2006.
2005 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Republicans for Environmental Protection 47 percent in 2005.
Points for significant non-voting actions were added to or subtracted from percentages calculated from voting records.
Thus, the rating may be less than 0 or greater than 100.
2007-2008 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Family Research Council 88 percent in 2007-2008.
2005-2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the American Family Association 100 percent in 2005-2006.
2007 In 2007 Citizens for Global Solutions gave Senator Coleman a grade of D+.
2007 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Council for a Livable World 18 percent in 2007.
2007 On the votes that the Latin America Working Group considered to be the most important in 2007, Senator Coleman voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.
2007 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Peace Action West 0 percent in 2007.
2007 Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to U.
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Campaign to End the Israeli Occupation's position, Senator Coleman received a rating of -1.
2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Latin America Working Group 33 percent in 2006.
2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Peace Action 22 percent in 2006.
2005-2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation 16 percent in 2005-2006.
2005-2006 Based on a point system, with points assigned for actions in support of or in opposition to U.S.
Campaign to End the Israeli Occupation's position, Senator Coleman received a rating of -5.
2005 In 2005 Citizens for Global Solutions gave Senator Coleman a rating of F.
2005 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the PeacePAC 25 percent in 2005.
2003 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Citizens Against Government Waste 72 percent in 2003.
2007 In 2007 U.
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English gave Senator Coleman a grade of A.
2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the AFL-CIO 33 percent in 2006.
2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees 38 percent in 2006.
2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers 25 percent in 2006.
2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Transportation Communications Union 25 percent in 2006.
2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the United Auto Workers 38 percent in 2006.
2005-2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers 38 percent in 2005-2006.
2003 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the AFL-CIO 0 percent in 2003.
2003 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees 9 percent in 2003.
2003 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Americans for Democratic Action 15 percent in 2003.
2003 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the National Committee for an Effective Congress 5 percent in 2003.
2003 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the National Journal - Composite Liberal Score 24 percent in 2003.
2003 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Foreign Policy 0 percent in 2003.
2003 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the National Journal - Liberal on Social Policy 0 percent in 2003.
2003-2004 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the American Security Council 100 percent in 2003-2004.
2003-2004 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Center for Security Policy 94 percent in 2003-2004.
2006 Senator Coleman supported the interests of the Secular Coalition for America 0 percent in 2006.
2007-2008 In 2007-2008 Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America gave Senator Coleman a grade of A.
NORM COLEMAN'S "LIBERAL RINO" ACTIONS IN THE SENATE:
* Led the fight AGAINST Kofi Annan. Outspoken against UN corruption -- THE Senator who exposed UN Oil-for-food program. In May 2005, the Senate's Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, chaired by Coleman, held hearings on their investigation of abuses of the UN Oil-for-Food program, including oil smuggling, illegal kickbacks and use of surcharges, and Saddam Hussein's use of oil vouchers for the purpose of buying influence abroad. These Oil-for-Food Program Hearings covered corporations (including Bayoil) and several well-known political figures of various nations (including Vladimir Zhironovsky), but are much remembered for the confrontational appearance of British Member of Parliament George Galloway, a member of the RESPECT The Unity Coalition (Respect), a then-new British political party. Coleman accused Galloway of abuses, which Galloway denied. The previous year, Coleman had called for the UN's Secretary-general Kofi Annan to resign for other alleged program abuses.
* Led the fight to support the surge in Iraq and fighting the War on Terror. He has been a consistent supporter of the war over the past several years and cast the deciding vote on more than one occasion. He is in favor of the eventual removal of U.S. troops from Iraq, but does not believe in any kind of timetable for the removal of troops until the situation in Iraq becomes more stable.
* Staunch Pro-life leader in the U.S. Senate. Coleman attributes his position on abortion to the death of two of his four children in infancy from a rare genetic disease. He supports limiting stem cell research to adult stem cells and stem cells derived from umbilical cord blood. Senator Coleman also spoke in favor of legislative intervention to prolong the life of severely brain-damaged Floridian Terri Schiavo.
* Fights for traditional families. In his 2002 Senate campaign, Coleman pledged support a amendment to the United States Constitution that would ban any state from recognizing same-sex marriage. In 2004 and in June 2006, he voted in favor of such an amendment. When he was mayor, Coleman refused to sign a city proclamation celebrating the annual gay pride festival, explaining his opposition: "What we have had in St. Paul and Minneapolis for many years is signing a joint proclamation making it gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender month. I've felt very strongly that is wasn't government's responsibility to give proclamations for people's sexuality. I don't think government has a responsibility to issue awards for one's sexuality."
* Champions American Soviergnity. On March 14, 2006, Coleman introduced a bill that would ban foreign companies from operating ports in the United States and most of Canada. (S.2410, 3/14/2006: A bill to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to limit foreign control of investments in certain United States critical infrastructure).
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The term "RINO" makes sense when people like Arnold Schwartzenegger, Linc Chafee, and Mark Kirk are called "RINOS". RINO stands for Republican In Name Only, and THOSE kinds of "Republicans" REGULARLY do the bidding of the Democrats. They are wrong on ALL the major issues Republicans believe in. (pro-life, traditional families, cutting taxes, reducing spending, winning the WOT, etc.)
When people like Norm Coleman are called "RINOs" by their detractions, what those conservatives reallymean is that so-and-so Republican voted against them on one or two issues, and that happens to be their little "pet" issue, therefore they will scream "RINO socialist" at a person who AGREES with them the OTHER 80% of the time. If that's their idea of "RINO", I'd hate to see their idea of conservative.
Fact is, people like Norm Coleman may not be perfect, but not only are they 10X better than Al Franken, they're probably 5X better than ACTUAL RINOs like Schwartzenegger. I WISH we had a guy like Norm Coleman nominated for the U.S. Senate in Illinois this year. Our Senate candidate really was a useless RINO who's only issue was "I'm not Dick Durbin"
Norm Coleman is a pro-America moderately conservative Senator, and he has EARNED our support through his record in exposing UN corruption. The "purists" are part of the reason we have a RAT majority in the Senate in the first place. They turned their back on guys like Jim Talent, while supporting actual "liberals" like Joe Lieberman.
You on the other hand, are hyperventilating over the issue of fraud. I haven't heard Coleman mention anything about fraud. Again, my issue is with Coleman not being a conservative. If Franken beats him, he deserves to lose.
If you can calm down, answer my question. Don't you think Coleman would be demanding a recount if he was behind by 220 votes?
There are reports of chicanery and you're willing to overlook it, or even cheer it.
I don't get it. Dont' you care about honest elections?
Why should all of us work out tails off knowing the RATS are getting more and more brazen about cheating and then we have so-called Republicans, like you who actually side with the thieves.
You might enjoy it now but you're guy is next on the list and there might be those who don't like your guy and they won't lift a finger to help.
I care about the truth and the rule of law.
Cheating in politics has been going on since the very first campaign and election was held. The idea is to get more votes than your opponent to win. Preferably, a lot more votes. If Coleman thought there was evidence of unlawful activities, he would be demanding an inquiry. So far, that hasn't happened.
As a conservative, the facts, the truth and the law matters most to me. Right now, this sounds like sour grapes on your part. The election didn't go well and your upset. I feel your pain. LOL
That is the way the game is played.
That is the way it will be played with RINOs from 2009 and into the mid term elections of 2010. The Conservative Wing is STANDING UP.
So you condone cheating in politics, that much is evident.
As a conservative, the facts, the truth and the law matters most to me. Right now, this sounds like sour grapes on your part. The election didn't go well and your upset. I feel your pain. LOL
Somehow, I don't think that you're a conservative and that you're blowing "facts" and "truth" out of your backside. I suppose hanging chads in Florida were a favorite in your quest for truth in 2000.
The rats and their compadres are out and out trying to steal this seat. I notice you are not a Minnesotan and probably aren't even familiar with the counties where these votes are now 'suddenly' tipping to Franken.
Have a sour grape salad.
Minnesota ping!
Looks like a hit a big old nerve. Good. LOL
If you can’t stand hearing the truth. Too bad. Get use to it, or get lost! And take that RINO Coleman with you.
Just an FYI for MN FReepers:
The Coleman for Senate Campaign is looking for individuals (attorneys and non-attorneys) to participate in the recount effort. These individuals will be responsible for monitoring the counting of ballots at each location and various duties as needed. The actual counting will be done by the county auditor and each campaign has the opportunity to have an individual(s) observe to ensure the integrity of the process. We are looking for both Minnesota residents and non-residents.
Time Commitment
We are anticipating the recount process to last approximately 20 working days. We recognize that a 4-week commitment would be difficult for most so we have divided deployments into two different two-week commitments which are listed below. Volunteers should expect to work 7:30 to 5:30 pm daily Monday through Friday.
Time Commitments
Monday, November 17 – Saturday, November 29
*we are still awaiting a decision on whether or not counting will occur on Friday, November 28
Saturday, November 29 – Saturday, December 13
*if the recount is completed prior to Friday, December 12 volunteers will depart earlier
For Minnesota residents, if you are not able to commit to the full recount effort, we can work with you to determine a schedule that fits your availability. Please note, we will make every effort to place individuals in your home or neighboring county.
Contact
If you are interested in participating in the recount, please e-mail recountvolunteer@colemanforsenate.com. Include your name, mailing address (city, state, zip), phone number, e-mail address and whether or not you are an attorney.
As I stated in a previous post, you are not a resident of Minnesota. Politics are a bit 'different' here. Perhaps you took note of that when we had a Governor Ventura. I live in this state and Coleman is a far better choice than Mr. Franken. I will fight tooth and nail to stop the ACORN folks from stealing the election from Coleman.
BFD! My free speech right trumps your state politics. PERIOD!
Coleman IS better than Franken. Never said he wasn't. Just don't be trying to pass Coleman off as something he's not. Coleman's no conservative. Back in the 1990`s Coleman was a member of something called, the Minnesota Democratic Farm Labor Party. The Labor Party! LOL
Where did I try to pass Coleman off as a conservative?
So, you agree with me. Coleman's no conservative. Well, you got that right.
If you did not have such an abrasive posting style in the first place, perhaps that could have been agreed upon.
As a Minnesotan, in the know, outright voter fraud is taking place. It happened in South Dakota with Thune, and it happened in Washington state. Now it’s happening in Minnesota. RINO or not, it stinks.
If you didn’t act like a butinski-troll, I wouldn’t have had good reason to go on the offense.
Next time, think first.
Polite conversation is not your forte', I take it.
I told you to make a salad with your sour grapes, please.
And I told you to stuff it!
You have HUGE anger issues. I have been nothing but polite to you and you have been very angry.
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