50PoundHead
Hessmania Forever
I don't know why they keep trying to unseat Kline. That seat may be up for grabs when he leaves, but it would take a cataclysm for the Dems to take him out in 2016.
2016 Presidential Primaries [ SUPER TUESDAY | 3-1-'16]
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I don't know why they keep trying to unseat Kline. That seat may be up for grabs when he leaves, but it would take a cataclysm for the Dems to take him out in 2016.
57Brave
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Reading his Wiki page -- he seems to champion issues that worked in the 20aughts. But nothing stands still.
Outside looking in I can see where he would be vulnerable.
....................... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Kline_(politician)
Political positions
Kline supported President Bush's plan to increase troop levels in Iraq in January, 2007.[5]
During Kline's 2008 bid for reelection he discussed his opposition to earmarks and his refusal to request them for his district.[6]
In 2006, Kline voted to maintain the legal definition of marriage as between one man and one woman.[7] He voted for the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013.[8]
Kline has opposed restrictions on gun ownership.[9][10] He voted to repeal parts of the firearms ban for Washington, D.C.[11] He has described himself as "a collector of antique guns and a staunch supporter of the Second Amendment".[12]
Kline has stated, "Job creation is our nation's no. 1 challenge and Congress must make it our no. 1 priority."[13] Kline has spoken in support of education reform designed to encourage parent involvement and teacher accountability.[14] He is opposed to any tax increases and has stated that such strategies must be taken "off the table."[15] In remarks made to fellow representatives, Kline said, "we are watching a massive growth of government power, size, and spending, and I deem that unacceptable."[16]
In 2013 Kline proposed a bill that, among other adjustments, changed the rate on subsidized Stafford loans from 3.4% to 5.9%. The bill linked the rate of interest to the rate of US borrowing.[17]
Kline has voted to repeal the Affordable Care Act.[18] His campaign site states that "he opposed Obamacare because it is a seriously flawed law that was too big, was passed too fast, and does too much harm." [19]
Outside looking in I can see where he would be vulnerable.
....................... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Kline_(politician)
Political positions
Kline supported President Bush's plan to increase troop levels in Iraq in January, 2007.[5]
During Kline's 2008 bid for reelection he discussed his opposition to earmarks and his refusal to request them for his district.[6]
In 2006, Kline voted to maintain the legal definition of marriage as between one man and one woman.[7] He voted for the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013.[8]
Kline has opposed restrictions on gun ownership.[9][10] He voted to repeal parts of the firearms ban for Washington, D.C.[11] He has described himself as "a collector of antique guns and a staunch supporter of the Second Amendment".[12]
Kline has stated, "Job creation is our nation's no. 1 challenge and Congress must make it our no. 1 priority."[13] Kline has spoken in support of education reform designed to encourage parent involvement and teacher accountability.[14] He is opposed to any tax increases and has stated that such strategies must be taken "off the table."[15] In remarks made to fellow representatives, Kline said, "we are watching a massive growth of government power, size, and spending, and I deem that unacceptable."[16]
In 2013 Kline proposed a bill that, among other adjustments, changed the rate on subsidized Stafford loans from 3.4% to 5.9%. The bill linked the rate of interest to the rate of US borrowing.[17]
Kline has voted to repeal the Affordable Care Act.[18] His campaign site states that "he opposed Obamacare because it is a seriously flawed law that was too big, was passed too fast, and does too much harm." [19]
bravesnumberone
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Honestly I'm shocked he doesn't already have a Fox show. Huckabee getting in this week too. The battle for who can be the most socially conservative is on.
This is phenomenal. Especially after Chappelle's stand-up joke about Ja Rule-9/11.
Julio3000
<B>A Chip Off the Old Rock</B>
This is phenomenal. Especially after Chappelle's stand-up joke about Ja Rule-9/11.
What the what.
57Brave
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Yesterday on Newsmax TV, Ben Carson said that the federal government does not need to recognize a Supreme Court decision on gay marriage because the president is only obligated to recognize laws passed by Congress, not judicial rulings.
“First of all, we have to understand how the Constitution works, the president is required to carry out the laws of the land, the laws of the land come from the legislative branch,” Carson said. “So if the legislative branch creates a law or changes a law, the executive branch has a responsibly to carry it out. It doesn’t say they have the responsibility to carry out a judicial law.”
“First of all, we have to understand how the Constitution works, the president is required to carry out the laws of the land, the laws of the land come from the legislative branch,” Carson said. “So if the legislative branch creates a law or changes a law, the executive branch has a responsibly to carry it out. It doesn’t say they have the responsibility to carry out a judicial law.”
yeezus
It's OVER 5,000!
Really hope he can make a push. I've already donated and volunteered to assist his campaign (I don't know how this part works - I've never done either of these things, but my skills may be useful to the campaign. idk if they contact me and ask for help when it's need, or what).
yeezus
It's OVER 5,000!
Was kinda hoping you could shed some light on how the volunteering works, haha. I'm guessing they will just email me.
I've never campaigned for anyone or donated to anyone before, but he's worthy and needs it most.
Also thrilled Sanders is staying true and has said he won't use any super pacs for his campaign.
sturg33
I
Get ready for a ****-ton of emails begging for more money and volunteering. Maybe a few calls as well.
I donated to Dr. Paul. Somehow Rand got the info and is constantly emailing me now
57Brave
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I was asked to fill envelopes (showing my age) and stand on corners soliciting signatures.
No one has ever asked me to help with debate prep. Yet -
still hoping OkHawk will ask
yeezus
It's OVER 5,000!
god told me it will happen any day now - pat robertson
yeezus
It's OVER 5,000!
gotta be huckabee
Here's my first (and only) hint: (s)he could win the primary.
yeezus
It's OVER 5,000!
wow that really narrows it down.
Oklahomahawk
Boras' Client
Oklahomahawk
Boras' Client
Will ask what?