Posted by
The Conservative Hispanic on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 2:15:26 PM
He's giving us his opening statements... Remember you can read his
full statement here.
"If they believe we need some change, and if we believe that leadership ought to be in a real way challenged by the rank and file, they should consider my chairmanship."
"The fact that the vote is on Friday is an indication that its business as usuall..."
It sounds like those on the call are liking what he's saying...this guy is just talking crazy (in a good way)...just what we need in congress right now.
On a side note, Sakaki at
Onsei Kick has
some comments on the battle for the Republican leadership.
Dean asked about how Lungren feels about the threat of terrorism...
Lungren says the threat of terrorism is one of the reasons he came back to congress. He feels the threat is not being taken seriously enough. He's got some fighting words...
This is interesting stuff...too hard for me to listen, pay attention, and keep good notes. I'll keep trying, but don't forget the audio will be available later today.
I didn't know this -- Lungren worked in congress under Reagan! Now thats something I like...
Lungren mentions a lesson he got from Reagan about keeping the message simple, and the use of overarching themes. I think he's right--Republicans are trying to be like Democrats, listing out all the little things they have done, what they have voted for, and playing the "points for me" game. They should stick to the core values conservatives care about, and work hard at it -- and keep the message simple.
He has some good comments on fighting earmarks. To the point. Transparency, allowing amendaments, line item veto, and some other thoughts I missed...
He has some good thoughts on the fight to secure our borders, and how to deal with the challenge of illegal immigration.
That was it. I got another call with Shadegg (for Whip), so I might blog about that some...