Rep. Marv Hagedorn's Information Exchange

2012-01-27T20:49:00.001-07:00

I needed to fly to California this week for a funeral and business and would like to thank Rep. Dave Tucker (Meridian) for standing in. Reports are that he's done a great job. I've tried to keep up with the streaming media committee meetings and his pass downs and am excited to get back to the House on Monday! I've positioned a few bills that are now ready to go... Some of the issues tackled this week were:

Camping on state owned and managed facilities – The legislation cleared the House on Thursday with a vote of 54-16. This legislation will have a hearing in the Senate State Affairs on Wednesday, February 1st.

o FACTS: The Dept. of Administration was notified by the Occupy Boise group of their intent to commence an"indefinite vigil” on the grounds of the Capitol Annex. There is NO current state law that administers these activities on state-owned or leased properties across the State.
o The Dept. of Administration has received several calls from citizens requesting they be allowed to set up encampments in response.
o Rumors the Annex is an abandoned building and the grounds are due to be turned into a parking lot are not accurate, it is the future home of the Idaho Law Learning Center.
o There have been numerous instances of vandalism, violence and trespassing as a direct result to the Occupy Boise participants. As late as Wednesday night, security had an encounter w/ members of Occupy Boise, they stated their residence was maintained on state property and therefore were not trespassing. BPD was called to address the issue.
o Currently TWO sex offenders are living in the encampment and are using the address of the Annex for their registry requirements.
o This legislation shall not apply or affect policies, rules, statues or leases on endowment lands, department of parks and recreations lands or department of fish and game lands.
o This legislation will not infringe upon the First Amendment Rights of Idahoans.

Economic Outlook – The recommendations from the committee to JFAC are $33.3 million below Governor Otter’s estimate. It is important that we watch the next month’s revenue numbers as they come in before setting our budgets. Besides individual Department budgets, the Governor’s recommendations include $45 million for tax cuts, $60 million to the rainy-day funds and $41 million in one-time bonuses for state employees IF the revenues are on target. It is important that we recognize our quality state employees in weighing our budgetary priorities!
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2012-01-27T02:05:00.001-07:00

Humbled to be one of the Washington Post's best political tweets in Idaho: @marvhagedorn (R)
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2012-01-20T13:05:00.001-07:00

Some good work being done by the folks scoring my Income Tax reduction bill. Hope to have that completed soon to start sharing!
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2012-01-19T19:55:00.001-07:00

Long day reviewing various budget requests and then Idaho water issues. Lots of bills coming quickly, this session is off to a quick start!
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2012-01-18T10:13:00.001-07:00

Cases of Welfare fraud have gone from 58 in 2010 to over 4000 projected in 2012 because of more focus by H&W! Do you know of waste, fraud or abuse of Foodstamps or Welfare benefits in Idaho? Report it here: tinyurl.com/6r8w4cr
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2012-01-17T09:19:00.001-07:00

Hearing H&W budget requests this morning in JFAC. W/O Healthcare Exchange costs, Obamacare costs projected to the state are well in excess of $135 million from the General Fund that could be used for Education, H&W benefits or Corrections. "Affordable"? I guess it's your perspective...
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2012-01-16T15:48:00.001-07:00

Got my ACHD 40th B-day proclomation printed today, tomorrow I've got a bill up to eleminate the speeed differences between cars and trucks on Idaho freeways... more to come!
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2012-01-16T10:21:00.001-07:00

Funniest comment to date this session: When reviewing the costs of the ACA, Healthcare exchanges and Medicaid in JFAC, Sen Dean Mortimer said "We are going to have to start selling dope or something to afford all of this!"
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2012-01-14T18:30:00.001-07:00

Home and bushed! Must have drilled 150 to 200 ice holes today, but well worth seeing the joy of the families that attended the Youth Ice Fishing Day at Horsethief! Thanks to SFW, Idaho Fish and Game Conservation Officers, Sportsman's Warehouse and Cabela's for their work in putting this great event on... look forward to next year!
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2012-01-13T10:36:00.001-07:00

We lose 18 veterans/day to suicide, a national ratio of ~20:1 Vet to non-vet. As a nation we must and can do better for our heros.
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2012-01-12T21:59:00.001-07:00

Productive evening, connected folks for potential business/jobs in both Canyon and Latah counties. Both win/win that I want to foster...
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2012-01-12T14:12:00.001-07:00

Have a number of bills in the hopper, will start presenting them in committee on Monday to get them printed. I will share their links once they are for your feedback and comment.
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2012-01-11T10:48:00.001-07:00

It frustrates me that State agencies are bound to an outdated employee compensation system that must be "bastardized" inorder to properly compensate employees with technical skills or expertise. The root cause of many of the issues for the Directors of these agencies can be backtracked to an outdated, inflexable employee compensation program!
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2012-01-10T20:47:00.001-07:00

Started early with a 20k' review of the Gov's proposed budget, worked on 5 bills, have 3 in for hearings. Tax reduction bill almost done, it's been a long, but good day...
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2012-01-09T22:00:00.001-07:00

Thanks to Sen. Risch's staff for helping me with a bill we're working to get before the President regarding the actions of one of our Vets..
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2012-01-09T07:21:00.001-07:00

An excellent read by Ken Star on religion and leadership: lnk.nu/washingtonpost.com/1w3d.html
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2012-01-08T16:36:00.001-07:00

We start the Idaho Legislative session tomorrow. I've got plenty of bills to fix a number of issues, from taxes and Vets to transportation, my plate is pretty full but I'm excited to get it started! The Gov's State of the State will be key to my continued effort to reduce income taxes to stimulate economic growth and jobs.
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2012-01-06T19:49:00.001-07:00

Progress at the Capital, economic outlook committee finished their briefs now on to determining the number we will budget to in JFAC. Good meeting with Leadership with regards to some plans for job stimulation in Idaho, Monday will be a good day!
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2012-01-05T20:05:00.001-07:00

Lots of good info today at the Economic Outlook committee, it appears the economy is coming back slowly and most likely felt in FY13.
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2012-01-05T10:27:00.001-07:00

The Exec Branch has their take on the economic outlook for FY12/13, now the Leg Branch is in committee to receive briefs on that outlook from the Exec Branch and other various learned sources in order to set a revenue target for us to budget to. If you want to watch those briefs, the streaming video link is below:www.idahoptv.org/leglive/adHoc.cfm?pubPoint=WW02AU...nomic Outlook and Revenue Assessment Committee&agenda=www.legislature.idaho.gov/budget/EORAC/index.htm
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2012-01-04T20:26:00.001-07:00

Worked on support for a couple bills today then off to the shop to install some lighting and put Xmas stuff away... getting ready for the session starting Monday!
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2012-01-03T19:23:00.001-07:00

Had a couple more bills drafted today and working on some transportation issues. Breakfast with ITD Dir in the morning, official or not, session has started!
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2012-01-02T16:11:00.001-07:00

A leader would have send this bill back to fix the poison pills it contains. Sadly we don't have one at the helm. lnk.nu/abcnews.go.com/1vwq
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2011-12-31T18:03:00.001-07:00

Wishing all of you a safe, prosperous and happy New Year! If you're out tonite, please don't drink and drive, I'd like to see you next year!
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2011-12-29T18:33:00.001-07:00

Thanks to Mayor Tammy for taking time to meet with me today to discuss legislative issues of priority for Meridian and Idaho cities...
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2011-12-28T20:00:00.001-07:00

Home! We snuck away for a week in St. Lucia for Christmas. Exhausted and relaxed all at the same time, will answer emails/vmails tomorrow!
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2011-12-27T06:04:00.001-07:00

Finally looks like we might get a skiff of snow in Meridian, was wondering if we were going to be overlooked this year! Plow at the ready!
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2011-12-26T08:58:00.001-07:00

Had a nice Skype vid chat with the kids in Virginia Beach last night, just we were in the same room! Hope all had a great Christmas...
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2011-12-25T07:52:00.001-07:00

Wishing all my friends and family a very Merry Christmas. Share the day with your family and friends... or with someone in need.
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2011-12-24T08:53:00.001-07:00

On this Christmas eve, consider those that are around the world "on watch" keeping us all safe from harms way. Thanks to our US Military!
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2011-12-23T15:35:00.001-07:00

Taking some time to read Clancy's latest "Locked On". Classic Clancy, great read... his books always make you think, some of his stuff is so very accurate, it makes you wonder about the stuff you don't know goes on in the world.
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2011-12-23T07:53:00.001-07:00

No tricks here, how informed are you about our world? lnk.nu/pewresearch.org/1vq7.php
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2011-12-22T20:59:00.001-07:00

I have always done what business I can with our local Zamzows because they are local and do good things for the community. I can't thank them enough for what they are doing (unsolicited by the way) for the Wyakin Warrior Foundation. If you need a Christmas tree or just want to donate, please stop by at one of their stores.
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2011-12-20T13:37:00.001-07:00

Had a good meeting with the Treasure Valley Chamber Alliance this morning, it was good to see that we are all pretty much on the same sheet of music. My only concern is that it appears their root of support for some ideas were more due to fear of federal intervention. I prefer supporting ideas that are right for Idaho and our citizens, not because I'm afraid of a federal brow beating...
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2011-12-19T21:23:00.001-07:00

In matters of style, swim with the current; In matters of principle, stand like a rock. ~Thomas Jefferson
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2011-12-16T21:03:00.001-07:00

Quite a day: JFAC with lots of numbers regarding everything from substance abuse to corrections to Parks and Recreation and topped it off with a wonderful evening at the Idaho House with the Gov and First Lady and lots of visitors, even Ester Simplot the original owner of the home came to enjoy the decorations and get to know the WyWF program... thanks all for coming and what you do for our heros.
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2011-12-16T07:53:00.001-07:00

An American Hero who might not be Time's Man of the Year, but he's mine! www.time.com/time/specials/packages/article/0,2880....html
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2011-12-15T19:08:00.001-07:00

JFAC meeting: We have a 40% risk of a double dip, recovery is not solid. DFM projected a ~6.7% increase, but we are currently looking at ~4.4% increase over our last Jan. projections which will allow us to likely cover statutory budget increases and some things we've had to put off, but not much I fear. Rainy day funds (IMHO) must be replenished ASAP. More tomorrow!
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2011-12-14T21:52:00.001-07:00

JFAC meeting starts early tomorrow. Looking at replacing a lot of one-time money from last years budget, I see the rest going to growth with little left for much else unless the economy picks back up.
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2011-12-14T07:53:00.001-07:00

Leadership is action, not position. ~ [unknown]
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2011-12-13T23:20:00.001-07:00

House Attache' interviews tomorrow as well as a meeting with Vet Services and many Vet Organization reps to discuss proposed statute changes
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2011-12-12T21:36:00.001-07:00

Just learned that one of the greatest Navy Captains I ever worked for passed yesterday. Capt. Howie Ehret was a brilliant leader, my he RIP
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2011-12-09T19:22:00.001-07:00

Interesting breakfast meeting this morning with the leadership at CWI. Fastest growing Jr. College in US history, looking at 9 to 10k students this spring!
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2011-12-08T21:58:00.001-07:00

Busy day working on campaign & legislation. Finished with a great Wyakin Volunteer Orientation meeting at the new BSU Vet Service Center...
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2011-12-08T14:07:00.001-07:00

Had a meeting this morning with quite a number of Ada County movers and shakers in the veteran's world working together to fix veteran issues before they start. This group gets it!
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2011-12-07T10:00:00.001-07:00

In tribute to our Greatest Generation and the new one now being forged: "To those in our Navy’s uniform today, you are wearing the history of our Navy. It is the men and women that stood against the rising sun of tyranny that are honored today. Yet, it is in you that their memory is best remembered. You are America’s Navy, you must carry the torch first lit in 1775, and rekindled on this day 70 years ago. It is to you that America looks, longing for leadership, yearning for direction, and searching for security. Remember always, the history of our Navy is not who we were, or where we have been. The history of our Navy is who we are, and where we are sailing." HMCM (ret) Lyle Lookingbill
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2011-12-06T19:33:00.001-07:00

I can't tell you how refreshing it was to see the progress made in both ITD and ACHD from 5 years ago when I got involved in the Legislature. This is a great example of successful change management within both of these organizations. Thanks to Dir. Ness (ITD) and Dir. Wong (ACHD) for their leadership.
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2011-12-06T07:34:00.001-07:00

Transportation day for me. Updates from ITD and ACHD to better understand our current situations before session starts...
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2011-12-04T18:46:00.001-07:00

The BCS is so broken.... It's completely about money. Those in it for the game should boycott the BCS & create a league that allows greatness to bubble to the top as it should!
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2011-12-03T22:47:00.001-07:00

Biggest BSU Wyakin Warrior Tailgate in our history! Who else has free massage chairs at their tailgates? Thanks to Three Oaks Academy & Integrative Therapy for their gracious donation of time and talent in making this a very unique and fun tailgate party for our Warriors!
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2011-12-02T20:37:00.001-07:00

Long day: WyWF fundraiser discussions, IMA Healthcare discussions, BSU class on how Legislative committee meetings work, Income Tax reduction discussions in the Gov's office then off to dinner with my bride at Rick's Pressroom before the Meridian Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Good job to all in making our State a better place to live!
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2011-12-01T18:01:00.001-07:00

Very informative all day mtg with the Assoc Taxpayers of Idaho. Great snapshot of current revenue for both state and federal situations...
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2011-11-30T08:35:00.001-07:00

The leader has to be practical and a realist, yet must talk the language of the visionary and the idealist. ~ Eric Hoffer
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2011-11-29T23:13:00.001-07:00

A good article about the Wolf introduction in Idaho where my son and I took some NY Times friends hunting... www.nytimes.com/2009/09/11/us/11wolves.html
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2011-11-27T18:15:00.001-07:00

Time to start getting legislative ideas written into draft legislation: Income tax reduction, honoring a local hero and a Constitutional amendment to start this week...
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2011-11-26T17:09:00.001-07:00

Back from N. Idaho, great time with my family for Thanksgiving and some hunting. Mom turned 78 Friday, she and Dad are both well and have been happy for 58 years now. What a great relaxing week...
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2011-11-24T12:54:00.001-07:00

Happy Thanksgiving... Let's be thankful for good friends and neighbors, the help and joy they've provided and for those service members standing the watch today and everyday keeping us safe.
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2011-11-19T12:28:00.001-07:00

"Let the Constitution be taught in schools, seminaries and colleges; let it be preached from the pulpit, proclaimed in legislative halls, enforced in courts of justice. In short, let it become the political religion of the nation." Abraham Lincoln
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2011-11-17T22:03:00.001-07:00

Great working with the Leadership Boise program today, we've got some wonderful folks going through that program. Topped the day with our Idaho Medical Assoc. issues review where we covered quite a number of topics... from our low doctor to patient ratio to healthcare insurance exchanges... My brain, again, hurts.
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2011-11-17T07:14:00.001-07:00

Lots of meetings and discussions yesterday from fundraising for the Wyakin Warriors to Legislative Q & A with non-profits put on by the ID Public Health Assoc. Starts again today with Leadership Boise at the Capital!
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2011-11-15T13:45:00.001-07:00

Spent the morning making good progress on re-writing Idaho's highway access management plan. We are removing those things that impede business with safety as a priority. Have a diversity of key players that are impacted participating in the proposed changes to ensure fairness to the needs of all users of our State transportation system.
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2011-11-13T19:48:00.001-07:00

Still have one tree holding it's leaves, but today was too nice to pass up raking all the rest, so got it done. Yards put up for the season!
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2011-11-11T18:04:00.001-07:00

Congrats to state Sen. Stegner on his selection as the U of I's Chief Lobbyist... hhhmmm, why do the taxers need a lobbyist for the U of I?
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2011-11-11T15:54:00.001-07:00

Enjoyed dinner with the Ada County Farm Bureau last night, Speech at the ID Fire Commissioners Assoc this morning and then honored to be in attendance of the funeral of Rep. Pat Takasugi (ex. Army Ranger). Not a better day to celebrate Pat's life and all he contributed to his country, state and community. He will rest peacefully, he earned it....
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2011-11-11T09:22:00.001-07:00

Thank you veterans and your families for your service and sacrifices. Your legacy is our continued 236 years of freedom...
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2011-11-10T09:13:00.001-07:00

For 236 years our shores have been protected by US Marines. Happy birthday to our Corps and the men and women who've sacrificed and served.
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2011-11-09T18:29:00.001-07:00

I was happy to hear the President signed an Exec Order to cut out Gov. Swag... but disgusted it wasn't done 2.5 years ago!
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2011-11-08T22:37:00.001-07:00

The new Christmas Tree Fee/Tax, how's that "hope and change" working now? This is nuts! lnk.nu/blog.heritage.org/1uax
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2011-11-08T15:57:00.001-07:00

Just a reminder, if you haven't voted today, please take a few minutes on your way home and do it! If you have, thanks for being involved!
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2011-11-07T19:19:00.001-07:00

To my Chumly and Facebook friends in State Legislatures: A good read about social media ethics in the State Legislatures magazine pg 32-35!
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2011-11-07T18:15:00.001-07:00

A good description of the "Occupy" groups:

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2011-11-06T13:25:00.001-07:00

BSU's football program continues to grow leaders: www.ktvb.com/home/aa-hrefhttpisgdUDdFAcBoise-State....html
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2011-11-05T22:39:00.001-06:00

BSU playing pretty flat while UNLV is playing a physical 1st half, 21 to 14 BSU. Can UNLV keep up this pace?
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2011-11-04T21:14:00.001-06:00

My Daughter, in training in San Diego, standing by an icon for us that attended bootcamp there. The USS "Neversail" Recruit.

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2011-11-03T12:01:00.001-06:00

Good discussion this morning with Meridian Deputy Police Chief about medical marijuana issues, we must use lessons learned in other states!
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2011-11-02T11:00:00.001-06:00

Congrats to PNW Arms on their decision to move to Potlatch from Issaquah WA, a good match for the company, their employees and Idaho!
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2011-11-01T21:42:00.001-06:00

So obvious the left wants to run against Romney and are trying to influence the GOP primary. Can they telescope their intentions anymore?
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2011-11-01T10:51:00.001-06:00

Good breakfast this morning with a couple of my fav ID Senators catching up on rumors and potential issues and legislation headed our way
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2011-10-31T09:43:00.001-06:00

A large % of your taxes are spent by local elected authorities, vote Nov 8th in your local elections. I voted early, you can as well!
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2011-10-30T19:15:00.001-06:00

A classic ad for Roger Williams for Congress in TX...

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2011-10-28T17:26:00.001-06:00

We finished putting our WyWF Guest Speaker series together. We've got some great leaders scheduled to motivate/educate our Warriors!
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2011-10-26T22:21:00.001-06:00

Good partnership with the BSU Alumni center in working out details for a Veteran's Sanctuary within the proposed building, thanks Mark!
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2011-10-25T22:04:00.001-06:00

Great discussions tonight at the Ada County GOP Central committee meeting about our upcoming Idaho Presidential Caucus!
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Post from marvhagedorn at CHUMLY

2011-10-24T11:45:00.001-06:00

These pages of the Fiscal Facts book show Idaho revenue and appropriations from all sources of revenue (includes federal Dollars) legislature.idaho.gov/budget/publications/PDFs/Fis...s.pdf
http://chumly.com/n/d419cb

Post from marvhagedorn at CHUMLY

2011-10-24T11:41:00.001-06:00

The 2011 Idaho Fiscal Facts book is now avail online. I will start listing pages of general interest and answer questions as I can. legislature.idaho.gov/budget/publications/PDFs/Fis...s.pdf
http://chumly.com/n/d418d2

Post from marvhagedorn at CHUMLY

2011-10-20T23:24:00.001-06:00

Is this really how you want your money spent? abcnews.go.com/Blotter/car-company-us-loan-builds-...70875
http://chumly.com/n/d2cc30

Post from marvhagedorn at CHUMLY

2011-10-19T10:15:00.001-06:00

Good meeting yesterday with the ABATE rep on potential upcoming Distracted Driving bills and how to get involved...
http://chumly.com/n/d206e1

Post from marvhagedorn at CHUMLY

2011-10-18T08:29:00.001-06:00

It's reported the President now needs a bill to remove the "Class Act" out of Obamacare, REPEALING Obamacare would be the real "Class Act"!
http://chumly.com/n/d165b4

Post from marvhagedorn at CHUMLY

2011-10-17T22:37:00.001-06:00

Nice to talk to Sen. Steve Bair today about our ATV Task-force efforts, topped the day with a great meeting with the local Mentors of our Wyakin Warriors!
http://chumly.com/n/d131f1

Post from marvhagedorn at CHUMLY

2011-10-17T13:41:00.001-06:00

The data clearly shows Texting and Driving cause accidents, lives are lost. Spread the word: www.facebook.com/pages/Just-DONT/174348475914964
http://chumly.com/n/d10322

Post from marvhagedorn at CHUMLY

2011-10-15T22:41:00.001-06:00

What a great Navy Day Ball in Boise this evening! It's good to sit down with shipmates from 90 to 18, hear their stories and share a meal!
http://chumly.com/n/d07e01

Post from marvhagedorn at CHUMLY

2011-10-13T22:21:00.001-06:00

A note to my conservative friends who are following the GOP Presidential Candidate races:

Remember that our primaries around the country are to distill that candidate that WE want to run against President Obama. I would advise not to get caught up in "who's got the best plan" thing, but be more focused on who has the ability to get the Executive branch working with the Legislative branch for the betterment of our nation. Discussions of plans and past behaviors are an excellent way to determine the core character of a man or woman that is reaching for our vote. We are not electing a "King" who will be able to implement everything he promises, but someone who can lead from the front and be able to ask hard questions and make tough decisions.
We've seen a perfect example of believing one's promises to get elected ("Close Gitmo", "Double Funding for After School Programs", "Increase minimum wage to $9.50/hr", "Pay for the national service plan without increasing the deficit", "Reduce earmarks to 1994 levels", "Give annual State of the World" address","Enact windfall profits tax for oil companies", "Create cap and trade system with interim goals to reduce global warming", "Require plug-in fleet at the White House"... and that list of promises goes on and on). We have 3 branches of government and each of those branches require leadership that understands moving the ball forward is "Hard work" (like peace) and that requires making decisions that will likely even get us conservatives upset at times.... but that's what it's going to take to right this ship.
Campaigning is about not only inspiring your base of supporters to get out and vote, but can also be about dis-incentivizing the base of your opponent to keep them from going to the polls. Example: how will you feel (say, if Gov Romney is our candidate) when the President praises him for creating "Romneycare" in MA and "credits" it as the foundation of "Obamacare"? Do you think that might turn off some conservatives from going to the polls to vote for our candidate (in which case Obama wins)? I think it will, and that's just one example of the risks we need to also focus on when picking our candidate for to run for President... Even if the President's support lags and he sees a reduction of votes from his base, he just needs to keep our candidates base from coming out to vote by discrediting our candidate abilities, background or experience! This could truly be an election of having to hold one's nose for either candidate... if we again let it be that way.
With the funds being raised, I think this is going to be a ugly Presidential election. I would advise you to look for that GOP candidate who has exhibited examples of leadership, success and life experiences and that has the widest base of support with the least amount of risk of losing support from our conservative base when things get ugly. It's a lot to ask of a single man or woman, but we need our best to stand tall and win the Presidency in 2012... our nation's future depends on your involvement and support of who that person will be.
Let's not "eat our young" but get to know these people so to select the best person for this job and then get behind them.
http://chumly.com/n/cf8119

Post from marvhagedorn at CHUMLY

2011-10-12T21:05:00.001-06:00

Had some quick discussions today with Gov Otter regarding Tax Reductions as well as his staff. We are all coming together on priorities...
http://chumly.com/n/cee963

Post from marvhagedorn at CHUMLY

2011-10-11T21:03:00.001-06:00

At his retirement ceremony last week, Adm Mike Mullen (Chairman, JCS) posed this question: Where do you think America's troops learn how to be so brave?
"In your homes, in your schools, in your communities," he said. "Welcome them back to those places not only with bands and bunting or yellow ribbons, but with the solemn recognition that they have done your bidding." (www.wyakin.org)
http://chumly.com/n/ce5223

Post from marvhagedorn at CHUMLY

2011-10-11T19:38:00.001-06:00

Is it all Bush's fault?.... www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=cMnSp4qEXNM&NR=1
http://chumly.com/n/ce444a

Post from marvhagedorn at CHUMLY

2011-10-09T15:37:00.001-06:00

Spent a great weekend camping at Ponderosa State Park in McCall. Wonderful fall weather!
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Post from marvhagedorn at CHUMLY

2011-10-05T10:18:00.001-06:00

In God We Trust, everyone else needs data! Here's a good example of that data the media seems remiss on covering... www.foxnews.com/opinion/2011/09/30/media-silence-i...-news
http://chumly.com/n/cb1ab8

Post from marvhagedorn at CHUMLY

2011-10-04T17:52:00.001-06:00

Wow, a conservative running for Boise City Council that actually meets a bi-weekly payroll! www.johnsonboise.com
http://chumly.com/n/cabbf4

Post from marvhagedorn at CHUMLY

2011-10-04T14:09:00.001-06:00

Good discussions on Healthcare Insurance Exchanges the last couple days, I'm glad folks are starting to understand we can't continue on the same path!
http://chumly.com/n/caa0e4

Post from marvhagedorn at CHUMLY

2011-10-02T20:31:00.001-06:00

Go to Joe's Crab Shack for a delicious dinner this upcoming Tuesday, October 4, 2011, any time between 5 and 11 p.m. and present the attached ticket/coupon to your server. This is not a meeting, just the opportunity to have 10% of your dinner price donated to the Ada County GOP! chumly.com/attachment/4239792
http://chumly.com/n/c9bc26