tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post4782950780944884478..comments2023-08-22T09:37:49.152-04:00Comments on The SeymourPundit: Observations of the 9th District debateBob Beattyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17045459608775593534noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-62915390877226553292010-04-18T07:09:35.693-04:002010-04-18T07:09:35.693-04:00Little doubt about best representative for Congres...Little doubt about best representative for Congress in the 9th. Mike Sodrel is our best chance against Hill. Mike Pence backing is huge in what his support will bring to the table in the general election. Hill will say anything now to "warm " his way back. It's time again for Congressman Mike Sodrel!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-21246126463944533862010-04-15T23:10:13.073-04:002010-04-15T23:10:13.073-04:00Now That's some GOOD ADVICE!!!!Now That's some GOOD ADVICE!!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-68239028442740891992010-04-15T22:18:32.440-04:002010-04-15T22:18:32.440-04:00Let me remind you..Mike Sodrel HAS TAKEN HILL OUT ...Let me remind you..Mike Sodrel HAS TAKEN HILL OUT BEFORE and is now even better positioned to TAKE HILL OUT AGAIN. Pence, Right to Life, etc. all know Sodrel is the dominating candiate!! All Republicans need to unite to Defeat Hill and the Liberals. No second chances, even though all the candiates are nice guys, you have to do what's right for the future.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-84128900650863791762010-04-15T11:02:46.319-04:002010-04-15T11:02:46.319-04:00Sodrel may be knowledgeable about the Constitution...Sodrel may be knowledgeable about the Constitution, but he helped W and most of the GOP lead us into a lot of fiscal trouble. <br /><br />Young's critiques would have been more effective with fewer attempts but pressing the points. <br /><br />For example, Young correctly pointed out Sodrel's moderate scores from fiscal conservatism watchdog groups. Sodrel countered with strong scores from *conservative* watchdog groups-- none of which focus on *fiscal* conservatism. <br /><br />Of course, there are a variety of criteria from which one can choose a candidate. But when it comes to fiscal conservatism, one thing is clear. If you want a proven fiscal moderate, go with Sodrel. If you want a principled fiscal conservative, Young probably works and Hankins is a guarantee.Eric Schansberghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16147388189415035752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-77438167916304096952010-04-13T17:38:39.252-04:002010-04-13T17:38:39.252-04:00I don't understand how Sodrel is going to go f...I don't understand how Sodrel is going to go from losing by 20% in the last election to beating Baron Hill.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-36134856741397897832010-04-13T11:37:22.125-04:002010-04-13T11:37:22.125-04:00I have watched Mike throughout his campaigns. He i...I have watched Mike throughout his campaigns. He is certailnly knowledgable concerning the Constitution. I will have to go with him. I thought Young early on was the man but not now.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-37462078941753348592010-04-13T09:44:27.657-04:002010-04-13T09:44:27.657-04:00Mike did not impress me in his last run and has pu...Mike did not impress me in his last run and has put little effort into his run this time. If he is not willing to work to get elected, I don't see him working real hard in Congress. I would much prefer him to Hill but that is not saying much. Just because he has had the last decade to perfect his stump speech does not make him the best candidate.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-63573292679858082562010-04-13T06:02:26.057-04:002010-04-13T06:02:26.057-04:00We were unable to attend, but we know Mike Sodrel ...We were unable to attend, but we know Mike Sodrel to be a committed and sound conservative who does indeed know the Constitution. He carrieds a small copy in his pocket and has handed them out to many of his constituents. We are 100% behind Mike Sodrel.Sandynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-45131124648947139582010-04-12T19:50:23.711-04:002010-04-12T19:50:23.711-04:00I have just been informed that Mr Mantooth did not...I have just been informed that Mr Mantooth did not debate and is not running. This is too bad.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-77351277053323133042010-04-12T19:45:10.623-04:002010-04-12T19:45:10.623-04:00I believe Don Mantooth won this debate. Don clearl...I believe Don Mantooth won this debate. Don clearly was the class of the field with his quick wit, life experience and polished answers.<br /><br />Clearly Hankins is over rated he had no supporters there and no yard signs anywhere either.His answers were ill timed and ignorant compared to Mantooth the hero; Hankins certainly did not receive the loudest audience applause.<br /><br /><br />After Mantooth beats Hill in 2010 I would like to see Donald Mantooth defeat Obama/Biden in 2012. Perhaps Barth GOP chairman Ted Ogle could be President Mantooth's Chief Of staff.<br /><br />For full disclosure I am 100% objective and I in no way am biased against any of the other candidates. Also, my views reflect that of the ninth GOP electorate.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-5634594838077854342010-04-11T23:23:57.349-04:002010-04-11T23:23:57.349-04:00excellent commentary.
I attended as well and could...excellent commentary.<br />I attended as well and couldn't agree more with what you have written. Mike Sodrel for Congress!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-76508946723988762862010-04-11T22:43:07.545-04:002010-04-11T22:43:07.545-04:00While it is sometimes mentioned that Sodrel couldn...While it is sometimes mentioned that Sodrel couldn't hold the seat, let's acknowledge the elephant in the room. George W took down a very large number of fellow Republicans.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-16265141376984525162010-04-11T19:47:12.299-04:002010-04-11T19:47:12.299-04:00Mike Sodrel has stressed his experience all along ...Mike Sodrel has stressed his experience all along as his biggest asset in his bid for Congress and last night it showed. Never...I mean never, take on Sodrel on the Constitution. He is well learned on its content. The election is over for Todd Young after last nights rude and frustrating hissy fit at Mike Sodrel. I give Hankins 2nd place, but his immaturity showed with words like "gooder". Good person,just not primed as Sodrel. percentage wise: Sodrel 65%.. Hankins 20% Young 10% and Warren 5% ( nice guy).Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-61487711040641670412010-04-11T18:19:34.794-04:002010-04-11T18:19:34.794-04:00Not computer savvy enough not to be Anonymous. Su...Not computer savvy enough not to be Anonymous. Suffice to say that I'm the War Eagle from Madison (aka Rick) inviting you all to the Madison Tea Party next Saturday at 3 PM at the Riverboat Inn in Madison (just east of the bridge).<br /> About the debate last night, I'm with Bob. Professor Sodrel schooled the other 3 students despite the petulant and rude and angry shots by Mr. Young. My high school freshman student sons nudged me frequently with a Reaganesque "There he goes again (Dad)." I thought Mike's responses were reasoned, articulate, Conservative and cogent to the very real and present danger that the Baron and the Obama regime pose to our country.<br /> I do indeed hope that Travis continues his political career (and he is a politician despite protestation to the contrary). Nothing wrong with politicians, at least those who have the good of our God-given country in their hearts. I think he does. <br /> Mr. Young quoted Ronald Reagan I believe but he sure did not understand Reagan's 11th Commandment ... "Thou shalt not speak ill of a fellow Republican." I would be hard pressed not to break that when speaking of or about Susan Collins or Olympia Snowe or Arlen Specter (well, we knew he was a Democrat other than during the Clarence Thomas hearings), but Mr. Young just seemed mean throughout the debate. He had his retinue of bulletpoints to snipe at Mike and he would not be dissuaded by the 350 people in the room. That kind of tone-deafness may work in Carmel, but not in the 9th District.<br /> I agree with you, Bob, for this race, this year, I'm supporting Mike Sodrel for Congress. I agree with Mike and Mike Pence, this year's election is the most important in our lifetime as well as the life of our country.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-9971983019924047902010-04-11T14:07:43.641-04:002010-04-11T14:07:43.641-04:00I to was at the debate. Hankins (as is his style) ...I to was at the debate. Hankins (as is his style) tends to regergatate talking points popular to conservatives. He's smart and spirited, but inexperienced and naive. Young acts more like Hill than Hill and it was a turn off. My concern is that Sodrel won't be able to beat Hill. He's done it before and I believe he's learned from past failures. Hill is out best chance at beating Hill this year.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-38849042531482609492010-04-11T13:58:43.420-04:002010-04-11T13:58:43.420-04:00It was an excellent debate w/Mike Sodrel making
gr...It was an excellent debate w/Mike Sodrel making<br />great points backed by experience and knowledge. I went in a Todd Young backer and came out a Mike<br />Sodrel supporter as a result of listening to what<br />each candidate had to say and how it was said.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-44842471850012402972010-04-11T13:43:02.440-04:002010-04-11T13:43:02.440-04:00Todd Young has demonstrated that he can raise camp...Todd Young has demonstrated that he can raise campaign funds across a wide spectrum of the population. Todd Young is pro-life and strong and a fiscal conservative. He has the skills and the conservative mindset to be a fine represenative for the 9th district. Todd Young is a fresh face and is more "electable" than any of the other candidates. Sodrel has raised very little money in this campaign except for his own money he loaded to his campaign.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-60892025119583180812010-04-11T12:45:43.890-04:002010-04-11T12:45:43.890-04:00You may accuse Mr. Young of taking Posthots at Mr....You may accuse Mr. Young of taking Posthots at Mr. Sodrel but his points were still valid. Mr. Sodrel has had his chance. Actually 4 of them. The one time he has actually managed to win against Baron Hell he didn't represent us well and Couldn't hold onto the seat.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-73904994754238115572010-04-11T12:42:01.296-04:002010-04-11T12:42:01.296-04:00I, too was at the debate last night and agree pret...I, too was at the debate last night and agree pretty much 100% with Bob's analysis. The more I hear Todd Young speak, the more insincere he comes across and Sodrel, like him or not, smoked the others with his composure and explanation of what he would do with our tax code. His single (there are many) example of US products being on a level playing field with imports/exports was a grand slam!<br />Great reporting Bob, keep it up!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-70753458640933487312010-04-11T11:52:14.388-04:002010-04-11T11:52:14.388-04:00If Young is losing political junkies like Bob then...If Young is losing political junkies like Bob then that is bad news for Hankins.<br /><br />Hankins needs Young and Sodrel to split the political junkie group.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8643504054098647628.post-79785608291558378872010-04-11T08:55:33.190-04:002010-04-11T08:55:33.190-04:00Mike was in congress once before and he did not in...Mike was in congress once before and he did not inspire leadership or give the voters a reason to keep him in office. We do not need recycled pols (as evidenced by his polished speaking, BHO speaks very well too), we need new leadership that will stand and fight. Loudly if needed.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com