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Byrne Piling Up The Endorsements
10/07/10 18:46
In the last few days, Bradley Byrne has gotten a truckload of high profile endorsements. In addition to practically every newspaper in the state, Byrne earned endorsements from Rep. Jo Bonner (CD 1), Rep. Spencer Bachus (CD 6), and Red State's Erick Erickson. Former US Representative Terry Evertt and former ALGOP Chairman Marty Connors also publicly voiced their support for Bradley.
Gov. Riley came out formally for Byrne on Friday, saying he would vote for Byrne, but stopped short of a formal endorsement because he said he didn't want to tell the people of Alabama how to vote.
Senator Jeff Sessions and Representative Mike Rogers have made de facto endorsements of Bradley through letters sent to ALGOP Chairman Mike Hubbard condemning the attempt by AEA to influence the Republican primary.
If Bentley wins this run-off on Tuesday it looks like he's going to have his work cut out for him in trying to reunite conservatives in Alabama...
Gov. Riley came out formally for Byrne on Friday, saying he would vote for Byrne, but stopped short of a formal endorsement because he said he didn't want to tell the people of Alabama how to vote.
Senator Jeff Sessions and Representative Mike Rogers have made de facto endorsements of Bradley through letters sent to ALGOP Chairman Mike Hubbard condemning the attempt by AEA to influence the Republican primary.
If Bentley wins this run-off on Tuesday it looks like he's going to have his work cut out for him in trying to reunite conservatives in Alabama...
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Red State's Erick Erickson Endorses Bradley Byrne
10/07/10 18:38
Another huge endorsement for Bradley Byrne. Conservatives continue to pile up on Byrne's side...it's unfortunate that some good conservatives in Alabama don't get it...
Erick Erickson, editor of Red State, says "Byrne for Alabama"
Byrne For Alabama (RedState)
Posted by Erick Erickson (Profile)
Saturday, July 10th at 8:00AM EDT
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Alabama voters head to the polls on Tuesday and I haven’t had as much to say about this race as I should.
I’m supporting Bradley Byrne. Unions in Alabama are doing everything in their power to stop him — spending millions on him.
His opponent, Robert Bentley, regularly sided with the Alabama teachers union to stop school reform in Alabama. People always make jokes about the smarts of people from Alabama largely because of how entrenched the school unions are and just how much damage they are doing. Robert Bentley sided with them.
Contrast him with Bradley Byrne who has been fighting the teachers unions for years. He started out a Democrat and moved over time to the GOP. He is conservative. He is pro-life. He is willing to beat up the establishment, fight the unions, and make enemies within the GOP for doing what’s right.
Quin Hillyer has a great review of why Alabama is important and I hope those of you living in the state next to me will go vote for Bradley Byrne on Tuesday.
Erick Erickson, editor of Red State, says "Byrne for Alabama"
Byrne For Alabama (RedState)
Posted by Erick Erickson (Profile)
Saturday, July 10th at 8:00AM EDT
4 Comments
Alabama voters head to the polls on Tuesday and I haven’t had as much to say about this race as I should.
I’m supporting Bradley Byrne. Unions in Alabama are doing everything in their power to stop him — spending millions on him.
His opponent, Robert Bentley, regularly sided with the Alabama teachers union to stop school reform in Alabama. People always make jokes about the smarts of people from Alabama largely because of how entrenched the school unions are and just how much damage they are doing. Robert Bentley sided with them.
Contrast him with Bradley Byrne who has been fighting the teachers unions for years. He started out a Democrat and moved over time to the GOP. He is conservative. He is pro-life. He is willing to beat up the establishment, fight the unions, and make enemies within the GOP for doing what’s right.
Quin Hillyer has a great review of why Alabama is important and I hope those of you living in the state next to me will go vote for Bradley Byrne on Tuesday.
Alabama Politics: In the News
07/07/10 10:08
It's a heavy news day today:
From CD 2:
Doc's Political Parlor does a round up of the CD 2 run-off
Martha Roby and Rick Barber have op-eds in today's Montgomery Advertiser
Gubernatorial Race:
Chuck Dean at The Birmingham News covers last night's debate in Springville, AL
Dean also covers Marengo County GOP Chairman's resignation over ties to Paul Hubbert and AEA in today's Birmingham News
J.D. Crowe has an amusing cartoon in today's Press-Register
From CD 2:
Doc's Political Parlor does a round up of the CD 2 run-off
Martha Roby and Rick Barber have op-eds in today's Montgomery Advertiser
Gubernatorial Race:
Chuck Dean at The Birmingham News covers last night's debate in Springville, AL
Dean also covers Marengo County GOP Chairman's resignation over ties to Paul Hubbert and AEA in today's Birmingham News
J.D. Crowe has an amusing cartoon in today's Press-Register
Bentley Running A New Facebook Ad Against Riley?
02/07/10 12:01
This ad has been appearing on several people's Facebook pages as of late.
Be interesting to know who was running them...
Be interesting to know who was running them...
Dr. Bentley's Voting Record
27/06/10 11:57
I received this document from a friend today. It has some good info about Dr. Bentley's voting record so I thought I'd share...
Bentley Under Fire For Misrepresenting His Record As A Vietnam Veteran
25/06/10 14:56
Dr. Bentley has recently come under fire for this ad because it makes it appear that he actually served in Vietnam:
I agree that the ad is misleading. Bentley was actually stationed at Fort Bragg, NC. I've heard from a couple of sources that Dr. Bentley told his media people not to make it look like he was in Vietnam, but that sounds a little like passing the buck. Candidates have final say over what goes in their ads and what doesn't. Bentley saying he told them not to do that doesn't wash with me.
I agree that the ad is misleading. Bentley was actually stationed at Fort Bragg, NC. I've heard from a couple of sources that Dr. Bentley told his media people not to make it look like he was in Vietnam, but that sounds a little like passing the buck. Candidates have final say over what goes in their ads and what doesn't. Bentley saying he told them not to do that doesn't wash with me.
Dr. Bentley and HB 42 (Teacher Tenure Bill)
24/06/10 12:08
Brian over at Flashpoint blog has the full explanation as to what happened on HB 42.
His conculsion:
The real take away, no matter how poorly the AP reports on the matter, is that Robert Bentley voted in favor of a tenure “reform” bill that directly led to a teacher being paid while sitting in prison. Bradley Byrne fought the bill. It’s really pretty simple.
For the record, I agree with Brian that it was a bad vote. I don't care if every Republican in the legislature voted for it, it was still a bad vote. Dr. Bentley saying it was a 96-0 vote is his version of, "but everyone else was doing it..."
His conculsion:
The real take away, no matter how poorly the AP reports on the matter, is that Robert Bentley voted in favor of a tenure “reform” bill that directly led to a teacher being paid while sitting in prison. Bradley Byrne fought the bill. It’s really pretty simple.
For the record, I agree with Brian that it was a bad vote. I don't care if every Republican in the legislature voted for it, it was still a bad vote. Dr. Bentley saying it was a 96-0 vote is his version of, "but everyone else was doing it..."
Wonder Which Candidate AEA Supports?
21/06/10 09:55
Bradley Byrne endorsed by Right On Huntsville
03/05/10 15:48
Right On Huntsville endorsed Bradley Byrne today:
Heres a summary of Byrne’s prepared remarks:
“I’m incredibly honored and grateful to receive the support of these conservative leaders. Right On Huntsville has quickly emerged as a leading force in pushing for conservative economic growth and strong government accountability, two hallmarks of my campaign. If given the opportunity to serve as your next Governor, I will work hard to build and maintain an environment that fosters a robust economy and we will – once and for all – implement reforms in Montgomery that bring about strong government accountability and restore public trust in our system”.
Heres a summary of Byrne’s prepared remarks:
“I’m incredibly honored and grateful to receive the support of these conservative leaders. Right On Huntsville has quickly emerged as a leading force in pushing for conservative economic growth and strong government accountability, two hallmarks of my campaign. If given the opportunity to serve as your next Governor, I will work hard to build and maintain an environment that fosters a robust economy and we will – once and for all – implement reforms in Montgomery that bring about strong government accountability and restore public trust in our system”.
Rasmussen Polls AL Gubernatorial Race
01/04/10 14:47
It's more good news for Bradley Byrne in the latest polls numbers from Rasmussen.
He's the only Republican candidate to garner 50% of the vote, and that's in a head to head matchup with Rep. Artur Davis. He beats both Davis and Sparks by a comfortable margin.
The news is not so good for Roy Moore however. He trails both Davis and Sparks in a head to head match up.
The polling included now candidate for Lt. Gov Kay Ivey. It will be interesting to see how her switching will affect the gubernatorial race.
He's the only Republican candidate to garner 50% of the vote, and that's in a head to head matchup with Rep. Artur Davis. He beats both Davis and Sparks by a comfortable margin.
The news is not so good for Roy Moore however. He trails both Davis and Sparks in a head to head match up.
The polling included now candidate for Lt. Gov Kay Ivey. It will be interesting to see how her switching will affect the gubernatorial race.
New Poll Numbers in Alabama Governor/Attorney General Races
30/03/10 17:51
PPP released news poll numbers on the governor and attorney general races today. The news is good for AG candidate Luther Strange, who is in a statistical dead heat with incumbent Troy King. It's bad news for Troy King who is polling under 50% and tied with a challenger that has yet to run any ads.
On the gubernational side, Bradley Byrne seems to have broken out of his rut with 27%. Roy Moore is holding pretty steady at 23%. The news was really bad for Tim James. He came in at 9%, behind Dr. Robert Bentley and Treasurer Kay Ivey who were tied at 10%.
On the gubernational side, Bradley Byrne seems to have broken out of his rut with 27%. Roy Moore is holding pretty steady at 23%. The news was really bad for Tim James. He came in at 9%, behind Dr. Robert Bentley and Treasurer Kay Ivey who were tied at 10%.
Bradley Byrne Grabs Jeb Bush Endorsement
10/03/10 12:36
Bradley Byrne got a significant endorsement from former Florida governor Jeb Bush. Here's the press release:
MONTGOMERY – March 9, 2010 – Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush today announced his endorsement of Bradley Byrne for Governor of Alabama.
“Bradley Byrne is the conservative reformer in the race for Governor of Alabama. Bradley will work hard to reform government and improve the quality of education so Alabama can create a business climate that will attract investment and high wage jobs to the state,” said Governor Bush.
“I am honored to receive Governor Bush’s endorsement and am so proud to have his support on our campaign. As Governor of our neighboring state, Jeb Bush created jobs, cut taxes and made great strides in reforming and improving Florida’s education system. His tenure provides a tremendous example of conservative leadership for all state governments, and his counsel and support means the world to Rebecca and me,” said Byrne.
Governor Bush will appear as the special guest at a Byrne for Alabama campaign event in Birmingham in early April.
Jeb Bush was Florida’s 43rd Governor, serving from 1999-2007. He is the Chairman of the Foundation for Excellence in Education, which is championing a movement of reform, state by state, across America to transform education for the 21st century economy.
This should help shore up Byrne's conservative cred. I heard Jeb Bush at an Alabama Policy Institute dinner a few years ago and he was very impressive. I think he is more conservative than his brother, and is a man of great intellect. His endorsement of Byrne should go a long way in easing the concerns of Republicans who have been skittish thus far.
MONTGOMERY – March 9, 2010 – Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush today announced his endorsement of Bradley Byrne for Governor of Alabama.
“Bradley Byrne is the conservative reformer in the race for Governor of Alabama. Bradley will work hard to reform government and improve the quality of education so Alabama can create a business climate that will attract investment and high wage jobs to the state,” said Governor Bush.
“I am honored to receive Governor Bush’s endorsement and am so proud to have his support on our campaign. As Governor of our neighboring state, Jeb Bush created jobs, cut taxes and made great strides in reforming and improving Florida’s education system. His tenure provides a tremendous example of conservative leadership for all state governments, and his counsel and support means the world to Rebecca and me,” said Byrne.
Governor Bush will appear as the special guest at a Byrne for Alabama campaign event in Birmingham in early April.
Jeb Bush was Florida’s 43rd Governor, serving from 1999-2007. He is the Chairman of the Foundation for Excellence in Education, which is championing a movement of reform, state by state, across America to transform education for the 21st century economy.
This should help shore up Byrne's conservative cred. I heard Jeb Bush at an Alabama Policy Institute dinner a few years ago and he was very impressive. I think he is more conservative than his brother, and is a man of great intellect. His endorsement of Byrne should go a long way in easing the concerns of Republicans who have been skittish thus far.
Byrne Wins Lee County GOP Straw Poll
28/01/10 21:29
BREAKING: Bradley Byrne Wins GOP Straw Poll
Kudos to Bradley Byrne for winning Lee County GOP straw poll tonight. He had a great debate performance and a much-deserved win. Here are the final numbers:
Byrne: 59%
Bentley: 16%
James: 15%
Ivey: 8%
Here are the actual numbers:
Byrne: 311
Bentley: 86
James: 79
Ivey: 42
Kudos to Bradley Byrne for winning Lee County GOP straw poll tonight. He had a great debate performance and a much-deserved win. Here are the final numbers:
Byrne: 59%
Bentley: 16%
James: 15%
Ivey: 8%
Here are the actual numbers:
Byrne: 311
Bentley: 86
James: 79
Ivey: 42