Westmoreland Votes to Repeal ObamaCare

Congressman Lynn Westmoreland joined his colleagues today to vote to strike down the job-killing ObamaCare legislation passed during the last Congress. The controversial legislation squeaked by Congress early last year, much to the chagrin of the American people. According to a recent Washington Post poll, 59% of Americans oppose the law. Below is Congressman Westmoreland’s statement.

“ObamaCare is bad policy, crafted using bad procedure. It was passed against the will of the majority of Americans, and is one of the main reasons Democrats saw massive defeats at the polls in November. There are currently 26 states challenging ObamaCare in court. We have already seen some success in federal court, including in Virginia where a judge ruled that individual mandates were unconstitutional. However, Congress must do its part to put an end to this job-destroying law that places federal bureaucrats between patients and their doctors. That’s why I am proud to announce that I joined a bipartisan group of my colleagues in the House today and voted to repeal Obamacare.

“Congressional Democrats and the White House cooked the books on ObamaCare, using accounting gimmicks; one of which was charging 10 years of and only havin 6 years of spending. Any practical assessment of ObamaCare shows it costing 2.6 trillion dollars and increasing the deficit by 701 billion dollars over the next ten years. And believe it or not, it might actually get worse – when Medicare was created in 1965, they projected the cost would be 12 billion dollars in 1990. But in actuality, the cost in 1990 was 96 billion dollars – an 800 percent increase over the projections.

“We need real reform in this country that will address the problems within our health care system, while decreasing costs – not increasing costs like ObamaCare does. Now that we have voted to repeal, the committees of jurisdiction will take the next several months to hold hearings and draft legislation to replace this harmful law with real reforms. The vote today will not be an overnight solution and much must still be done. However, it is a step in the right direction,” stated Westmoreland.

Georgia Republican Party Chairman Sue Everhart Formally Announces Campaign for Re-Election

Georgia Republican Party Chairman Sue P. Everhart today formally announced that she will run for re-election as Party Chairman at the State Convention in Macon in May.

“I wanted to reassure Republicans throughout the state that I will remain on the job until we take back the White House in 2012,” Everhart said. “We swept the state this election cycle, but a well-funded Obama campaign and energized Democratic get-out-the-vote effort will mean that the State Party will need an experienced Chairman in place to keep the gains we made on November 2. I am confident I am the best person to do that,” she added.

When Chairman Everhart first took office in 2007, one of her main goals was to build on the Republican majority through sophisticated and extensive training and to strengthen grassroots networks. Her personal experience in grassroots politics coupled with her vision for its development in Georgia led to a focused volunteer effort that resulted in landmark wins for Republicans.

Under the leadership of Chairman Sue Everhart, the Georgia Republican Party has grown its majority to an unprecedented level. In 2008, Georgia went against the national tide by delivering for John McCain and re-elected U.S. Senator Saxby Chambliss. In 2010, Republicans swept every constitutional office, re-elected U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson, and added to the majorities of the U.S. House and Georgia General Assembly.

Sue is a proven leader, determined grassroots advocate and a seasoned fundraiser. With critical events such as redistricting and a presidential election on the horizon, Georgia Republicans need experience at the helm of the GAGOP. Proven leadership will make the difference in 2012.

In seeking her final term, Sue’s primary focus is to move forward with the accomplishments of the Party under her chairmanship and to build a complete and lasting majority in our state. Her plan, including a continued focus on expanding the reach and capabilities of the GAGOP’s social media and IT structure as well as efforts to switch local elected officials to the Republican Party, is a stepping stone to create an enduring era of Republican leadership in Georgia.

Sue Everhart, a former banker, is a long-time Republican activist who served as Chairman of the Sixth District Republican Party and First Vice-Chairman of the Georgia Republican Party before being elected as Georgia GOP Party Chairman in 2007. In 2007 and 2010, she was selected as one of the 100 Most Influential Georgians. In addition, Sue was chosen as one of 10 women in the United States to be honored as a “Woman of Achievement” by the RNC in 2009. Currently, Chairman Everhart serves on both the RNC Rules and Ethics Committees as well as the Committee on Arrangements for the 2012 GOP National Convention. In addition to her political involvement, Everhart is active in civic organizations in her community.
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Westmoreland Named to Two Subcommittees on Financial Services

Subcommittees on Financial Institutions and Housing and Insurance Vital to Economic Growth of Georgia

Congressman Lynn Westmoreland today was named to two influential subcommittees on the House Financial Services Committee: the Financial Institutions and Consumer Credit Subcommittee and the Insurance, Housing, and Community Opportunity Subcommittee.

“Georgia is a growing financial center, and it is important we have a conservative voice on the committees that will affect our economic development in the future,” stated Westmoreland. “I’m looking forward to representing the state of Georgia on the Financial Services Committee this Congress and will work hard to bring economic development back to our state.”

The Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Consumer Credit will have jurisdiction over bank regulations and banking institutions as well as the controversial Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, established under Dodd-Frank. The Subcommittee on Insurance, Housing, and Community Opportunity will have jurisdiction over the housing and real estate sector, as well as insurance institutions.

“Georgia has had more bank failures than any other state in the country since 2008,” stated Westmoreland. “We have also been disproportionately hit by the housing market bust that hit the nation in 2007 and 2008. However, we have a strong economy that can recover from these trials – as long as we continue to have a conservative voice at the table.”

Initial hearings and markups have yet to be set, but please check regularly with http://financialservices.house.gov for updates on committee activities.
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Herman Cain Announces Presidential Exploratory Committee

Business Executive to "Test Waters" for Potential White House Bid

Business executive Herman Cainannounced today that he has officially established a presidential exploratory committee, "Friends of Herman Cain," to "test the waters" for a possible White House bid.

"After receiving overwhelming encouragement from supporters and donors across the U..S., I have decided to form a presidential exploratory committee," Cain said. "During this time, we will examine the extent of financial resources and grassroots support that would be critical to winning the Republican nomination."

Cain is best known for his role as President and CEO of Godfather's Pizza, Inc., where he led the company from the brink of bankruptcy to profitability in just 14 months. He has also served as an executive of other Fortune 500 Companies, such as Pillsbury and Burger King.

He served as chairman of the Federal Reserve in Kansas City, as well as the President and CEO of the National Restaurant Association. Cain was a senior economic adviser to the Dole/ Kemp presidential campaign in 1996.

Cain hosts a nightly radio program, "The Herman Cain Show," one of the highest-rated shows in the Atlanta media market. He is also a syndicated columnist.

"Friends of Herman Cain" is a registered non-profit in the state of Georgia, and the names of exploratory committee members will be released at a later date..

For more information, please visit the newly launched http://www.hermancain.com.
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Westmoreland Launches Twitter Page

Today, Congressman Lynn Westmoreland launched his Twitter page @RepWestmoreland. Twitter has become an increasingly popular social networking site that allows what’s known as ‘micro-blogging.’ It gives its members an opportunity to share a link, send a quick update, and follow other members. To follow the congressman on Twitter, visit www.twitter.com/repwestmoreland and select ‘Follow.’

“I am excited to be joining the Twitter community. It is a great opportunity for me to connect with my constituents and I would like encourage everyone in Georgia’s Third Congressional District who is on Twitter to follow me. I will use my Twitter page to update constituents on the goings on in Washington, news relevant to our district, and other important information. One of the themes of the 112th Congress is promoting greater transparency in Congress and with my new Twitter account, I can let you know what I’m working on for you while I’m in Washington,” stated Westmoreland.

The congressman can also be found online at www.house.gov/westmoreland and on Facebook by searching ‘Lynn Westmoreland.’

Justin Tomczak Enters Race for GAGOP 1st Vice Chair

Grassroots Veteran Announces at Cobb GOP Breakfast

Grassroots veteran Justin Tomczak announced his intentions to seek the position of 1st Vice Chair of the Georgia Republican Party in his home county at the Cobb GOP breakfast on Saturday.

Tomczak was introduced by State Representative (elect) Sam Teasley who said “I have known Justin’s work ethic and his commitment to advancing the conservative cause here in Georgia. Having recently won a grassroots election against an incumbent Democrat, I firmly believe we need people in party leadership who are committed to engaging local Republicans in direct voter contact. Justin’s campaign experience and love for the grassroots would be a great asset to the State Party.”

Tomczak brings a solid record of experience in Republican politics to the table. He interned for State Rep. Earl Ehrhart in 1999 and the GAGOP in 2003, served as Grassroots and Volunteer Director for the GAGOP in 2004, Political Director for the campaigns of Governor Sonny Perdue and Senator Saxby Chambliss, and most recently served as Political Strategist for the successful campaign of Congressman Tom Graves in Georgia’s 9th District.

“I have worked side by side with Justin and appreciate his servant’s heart and tireless commitment to the grassroots in Georgia” said Greene County GOP and 10th District 1st Vice Chair Brian Burdette. “He has vast statewide experience, brings a wide variety of perspectives to the table, holds rock solid conservative values and has a proven record of service.”

Citing his campaign theme of “Grassroots in Action” Tomczak kicks off a 4 month campaign that will culminate at the GAGOP State Convention in Macon, May 13-14th. To learn more please visit the campaign website www.GrassrootsInAction.com, add Justin Tomczak on Facebook and/or follow him on Twitter.

About Tomczak: Justin Tomczak’s first political activity was marching in the annual March for Life in Washington, D.C. as a child. He was home schooled through high school, served as Student Government President at Kennesaw State University and went on to earn a Masters in Public Policy from Harvard University. He has worked tirelessly for the GAGOP and numerous successful Republican campaigns. He is currently responsible for public relations in Georgia at State Farm Insurance. In 2004 Tomczak received the Ronald Reagan Leadership Award from the Georgia Association of College Republicans and he is a Coverdell Leadership Institute (CLI) graduate.
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