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Martin Luther King, Jr Day - 2011Posted Wednesday, January 19, at 8:35 PM Mr. Brett Reese has been running editorials in recent days calling Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. a "plastic god," "sexual degenerate," and "an America hating communist." The 'editorials' are being broadcast on a radio station (KESL) he owns in Greeley Colorado. He just recently increased airing the piece, from two to four times/day. He claimed the information was sent to the station in an anonymous letter...
The U.S. Supreme Court recently handed down its verdict in the Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission case. In a 5 - 4 decision the court ruled unlawful nearly everything in federal campaign finance law. This now allows corporations to 'donate' as much money as they like, for or against any given candidate or ballot measure. The ruling overturned over 100 years of precedent regarding funding of campaigns...
On the Democratic Party website (http://www.democrats.org/a/party/history.html) the party describes its history and goals in these terms: The MO. Democratic Party (http://www.missouridems.org/constitution.php) constitution/by-laws states: These are just some of the rules, principles and philosophy the Democratic Party states as guiding them. ...
The terrible tragedy at Fort Hood today has made me once again look with awe upon our heroic Veterans. Those who have served and continue to serve, provide us with liberties and freedoms which, more often than not, are taken for granted instead of cherished and treasured as should be the case. Veteran's Day will be Nov. 11th & offers a chance to say thank you to those who have served...
In past several weeks/months the question of President Barack Obama's citizenship and location of his birth have been questioned. Though the question has been conclusively answered, many elected officials (both federal and state) are still 'debating' its accuracy. Orly Taitz (Birther Lawyer/Dentist) and the 'unofficial spokesperson and attorney filed a federal law suit challenging President Obama's citizenship and was joined by several state and federal officials...
OOPS: Not exactly sure how I removed this post. It was not removed for political reasons (though I have had folks ask if it was due to party or political pressure)I can assure you that it was not party nor politically related.....if it were, that would mean the MO Democratic Party and our elected officials might actually be returning phone calls and responding to e-mails. I assume this will change in the near future, as elections & plea's for money begin for the next election cycle...
Upcoming Democratic Events Senator Claire McCaskill will be holding a 'Kitchen Table Talk' on Thursday, May 14th. The event will be held in Slater at the 'The Grapevine Family Dining Restaurant'(311 N. Main). Stop by to visit, have lunch and talk about issues and concerns. Senator McCaskill wants to help you solve the problems you face every day and learn what you care about. ...
Tempest in a Teapot?? Instead of taking a lot of space to respond to the recent articles regarding Saline County Plat Books, I thought it might be best to respond here. My biggest concern with this project is how it magnifies the dysfunctional workings of our county government. ...
I have had the opportunity to work on various political/issue campaigns on a local, county, state and federal level. I have had the pleasure of serving in government & government entities/sub-divisions on a local, state and federal level. It never ceases to amaze me the 'turf wars' and 'budget battles' that occur when deciding upon the best use of taxpayers' money and facilities. ...
It has recently come to light that Saline County has ordered "new" plat books. I understand this is done every few years and is a reasonable/necessary investment by the county. From the details that I have access to, it appears that 200 plat books have been printed and delivered. ...
Saline Democratic Planning Meeting The Saline County Democrat Club in conjunction with the Democrat Central Committee and The Women's Jefferson Club are going to have a dinner and meeting on, Thursday, March 5th at 7:00 p.m. at Maxine's Tea House, 312 Harold Street, Slater, Missouri. We are getting together to discuss how we can work together, coordinate activities and plan for the future. Some of the topics that are scheduled to be discussed include possible fundraising activities, Truman Days Dinner, Ike Skelton Tribute Dinner...
Sign Company Ignores Safety, Promotes Breaking the Law This morning there was a meeting held with utility company representatives & the President of Signs-Up Ltd. The meeting was to discuss the placement of signs for the new addressing project being undertaken by the 911 Commission. The contract they were awarded was in the amount of $122,788.41. ...
The following blog refers/references a letter President-elect Obama wrote to his daughters. The full letter was published in'Parade Magazine'(www.parade.com)Sunday. ------------------------------------------------------------ "Dear Malia and Sasha,...
It was a wave of emotions that swept over me this weekend when I read the news that Mildred Litton passed away at the age of 98. She was the mother of the late Congressman Jerry Litton. Jerry, his wife Sharon and their children Linda & Scott died on August 3, 1976 taking off from the Chillicothe Airport after winning the Democratic Party nomination for U.S. Senator. The pilot, Paul Rupp, Jr. and his son, Paul Rupp III also died in the crash...
I had the honor of being chosen by Gov.-elect Jay Nixon as one of more than 100 Missourians to serve as Citizen Transition Advisers, enlisting our help in finding the best and brightest leaders across the state to apply for positions in his new administration. Many of these Advisers joined Gov.-elect Nixon for an orientation session yesterday in Jefferson City...
Thanksgiving Blessings This Thanksgiving season I would like to list some of the many blessings that I am thankful for... The last and most important blessing is for our Veterans. To those that served, are serving or will serve. To those that will be away from their families for Thanksgiving and/or Christmas seasons. ...
November 4th will be the day when we can finally put an end to radio, TV and mail ads and seemingly endless commercials. November the 4th is the day when the most important person gets to have their voice heard....you, the citizens. The polls are open from 6:00am - 7:00pm...
News reports earlier this week revealed the RNC has spent over $150,000.00 on clothing for Gov. Palin. According to financial disclosure records some of expenditures include: $49,425.74 at Saks Fifth Avenue in St. Louis and New York; $75,062.63 at Neiman Marcus in Minneapolis;$4,716.49 on hair and makeup...
As Election Day draws closer to the finish line let's take a look at a couple of 'issue's' that seem to be drawing some interest. Guns: There are ads being run on local radio stations that are misleading (if not outright lies) regarding Sen. Obama's stance on gun issues. The ads basically say Obama wants to ban all guns & will take away your shotguns, handguns, etc...
I recently was forwarded this e-mail from a friend. He said he received it from a neighbor, whom he thought was a 'good christian' but was very upset about the content/implications of this message. I wanted to share it with you: "I was very dismayed when, recently, a family member of mine said to me with great resignation that Obama will not take the presidency. ...
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Ron Monnig has more than 35 years of experience working with civic, community and political groups. He has served in elected, appointed and volunteer positions since high school. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree in History/Government from Columbia College. He is a Democratic party activist; VP of Saline County Democrat Club, Member of Democrat Central Committee of Saline County.
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