An E-lection of Change… It was hi-lited on the main page yesterday, but SD Young Republican President Ben Avey’s piece in Friday’s Union-Trib deserves a local shout out as well. Ben nails it on the head about changing politics in the Internet age, and how young voters are both driving and engaging the medium. An excerpt:

Have you visited your presidential candidate’s Facebook or Myspace page? Have you watched a debate on YouTube? Have you blogged about your opinion only to be rebuked by a peer you have never even met? Many of you will say no, but check with your kids, because they will probably say yes. Read all of "An election of change."

Red County SD: Peters to Join the City Attorney Fray?… SD City Councilman Brian Maienschein’s announcement of a couple of weeks ago was… Read More

Super Tuesday is just days away, and nationally, as well as here in California, the GOP Presidential Primary field seems to have become a horse race between Arizona Senator John McCain and former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney. While Congressman Ron Paul and former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee are still in the race, they are definitely long-shots for the nomination.

On Friday, we ran our exclusive PodCast interview with Governor Romney. Today, I am pleased to present an interview with Senator John McCain.

Yesterday afternoon, Senator McCain called in from Alabama, where he was preparing to fly to Georgia – the life of a Presidential candidate! I had a chance to talk with the Senator about the War in Iraq, the challenge of dealing with the plague of Congressional earmarks,… Read More

Super Tuesday is just days away, and nationally, as well as here in California, the GOP Presidential Primary field seems to have become a horse race between Arizona Senator John McCain and former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney. While Congressman Ron Paul and former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee are still in the race, they are definitely long-shots for the nomination.

On Friday, we ran our exclusive PodCast interview with Governor Romney. Today, I am pleased to present an interview with Senator John McCain.

Yesterday afternoon, Senator McCain called in from Alabama, where he was preparing to fly to Georgia – the life of a Presidential candidate! I had a chance to talk with the Senator about the War in Iraq, the challenge of dealing with the plague of Congressional earmarks, and of course we talked about California, and his… Read More

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While most political observers are focused on the Super Tuesday contest next week, there is an equally interesting race shaping up in California’s CD 4. This afternoon the five CRA units in the district held an endorsing convention in Placer County. In attendance were delegates from the Butte, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, and Sacramento clubs. While all four candidates currently in the race were nominated, it was clear by the final result that Rico Oller is the favorite amongst conservatives. Oller easily obtained the 2/3 majority with 17 votes, Doug Ose and Eric Egland received 2 votes apiece, and Ted Terbolizard received no votes. None of the candidates were in attendance, nor were there representative from any campaigns.

A major bone of contention preceding this convention was the fact the March 7th filing deadline for the CD 4 race has not yet expired. In fact, more candidates could enter the race (although it is highly unlikely that any other “contenders” will at this point). However, for all the arguing before the convention, the issue was not raised during convention debate. Also receiving an endorsement for the 4th Assembly District seat was incumbent Ted… Read More

The Arkansas Republican Assembly, the official state affiliate of the National Federation of Republican Assemblies has endorsed Mitt Romney for President. Previously, the organization had endorsed Fred Thompson. With Thompson’s withdrawal the board voted to endorse Romney over the man they are very familiar with former Governor Mike Huckabee.

As ARRA President, Dr. Patrick Briney, an ordained Baptist Minister and prominent speaker in evangelical circles says in an expose of the Huckbaee record, “Arkansas conservatives know Huckabee. They have “been there, done that.”

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Greetings, my fellow Flash Report readers!

I am Meredith Turney, the newest addition to Jon’s dynamic blog crew. I currently work as the legislative liaison for Capitol Resource Family Impact, California’s oldest pro-family public policy organization. Since my job is focused on the goings-on in the capitol, Jon graciously asked me to join the Flash Report and write about Sacramento political and policy issues. (I should probably warn you to prepare yourself for the inanity that I will no doubt post about as things just keep getting crazier in our capital city.) As a resident of Placer County (where there is much political intrigue at the moment), I will also report on local issues of interest. In fact, this afternoon I hope to bring you the latest news from the CRA’s local endorsing convention for the CD 4 race.

As an avid Flash Report reader, I am very excited to join the team of talented, influential individuals that already contribute. Thanks for the opportunity, Jon!… Read More

Watching the Democrat Presidential debate — which was decidedly soporific – I must admit to being confused: it’s Hilary’s math, you see, it just doesn’t add up.

She frequently proclaims that she’s the only candidate who will be ready to lead on day 1 – citing 35 years of experience and leadership fighting for change. But I’ve never really understood what her “35 years” included, so I thought I should look it up.

Turns out her math is as fuzzy as her positions on heathcare, immigration and Iraq.

**There is more – click the link**

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