It is easier for the world to accept a simple lie than a complex truth. Alexis Tocqueville
I love politics. I studied it in school, and I’ve lived and breathed it ever since. My favorite television shows are usually political, even the liberal ones.
One of those shows is called the West Wing. And when I came across Tocqueville’s quote, I thought about a line from that show. ”Complexity isn’t a vice.”
Three Weeks Left
We have three weeks before Election Day. And we can expect to be drenched in a downpour of oversimplifications and half truths. It’s the nature of the beast.
“Steve Stadelman is a good state senator.”
“Maurice West has done a good job.”
I’m not saying they’re bad men. But its silly to think they’ve done a good job given their vote for the Illinois SAFE-T Act, and the timing of their desire to fix it – only AFTER the public outcry.
Good People Need Your Vote
You probably know all about the statewide candidates. There are also good people, hardworking and dedicated, who have put their names on our ballots this year. You may have heard of some of them.
Esther Joy King – candidate for US Congress 17th District
Juan Reyes – candidate for IL Senate 34th District
Jon Ojeda – candidate for IL State Rep 68th District
Glen Oland – candidate for IL State Rep 67th District
Steve Schultz – candidate for Winnebago County Treasurer
Jennifer Muraski – candidate for Winnebago County Coroner
Jim Webster – candidate for Winnebago County Board 2nd District
Teena Newburg – candidate for Winnebago County Board 5th District
Keith McDonald – candidate for Winnebago County Board 6th District
David Peyton – candidate for Winnebago County Board 10th District
Burt Gerl – candidate for Winnebago County Board 15th District
Michael Thompson – candidate for Winnebago County Board 17th District
Doug Mark – candidate for Winnebago County Board 19th District
John Sweeney – candidate for Winnebago County Board 20th District
These are people of character who trust ”we the people” more than big government. They believe in making our community safer instead of coddling criminals; in cutting property taxes and shrinking bloated budgets. These are people who trust that parents know what’s best for their kids, instead of radical elite “experts.” In short, they’ll fight for us.
How Can I Help?
They need your help. The Democrats have been busy with their billionaire governor trying to buy this election by lying about Republicans. Here’s the truth. You can trust that every local Republican candidate on your November ballot is worth your vote, your time and your effort.
If you want a yard sign or to help in any way, sign up on my website and I will connect you with the GOP candidates running in your area.
Let’s work together and back our Republican candidates! Are you in?
