(Note: a grass-roots rally in support of Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker was held today in Wauwatosa, where thousands of Walker supporters stood outside for 3 hours to listen to a virtual who's who of GOP speakers...and me. If you were not there, here is what you missed.)
Well, Wisconsin, they did it; they got enough signatures to force a recall election for Governor Scott Walker.
Did anyone really doubt you could find 540,000 graduates of Wisconsin public schools who would demand a sticker and a hug and a do-over when they lose? That’s how they roll nowadays.
So now $20 million will have to be cut from state and local budgets for education, the environment, the elderly, cancer research, day care, special needs children, bike paths, and bridge repairs to pay for their little tantrum. Own that, Madison.
It also means that more than 3.3 million eligible voters in Wisconsin said no. We listened to the protests for a year, we thought about our options for 60 days, and we decided not to waste $20 million and to just stick with the guy who was elected fair and square.
So what do I think of the recall? Two words: BRING IT!
Now, all these other speakers here today are Republicans, and they all came to say “I stand with Scott Walker.”
Well, not me. I’m not a Republican and I don’t stand with Scott Walker. I’m a Libertarian - and Scott Walker stands with me.
I stand for jobs.
I stand for job-creators.
I stand for free markets, open competition, lower taxes, and sensible regulation.
I stand for developing our natural resources responsibly.
I stand for rewarding hard work, and not punishing success.
I don't stand with Scott Walker. Scott Walker stands with me.
I believe in less government and more liberty.
I believe in fiscal responsibility.
I believe in school choice.
I believe in the right to carry.
I believe in the right to work.
I believe in the right to vote…once…residents only…with ID.
I don't believe in Scott Walker. Scott Walker believes in me.
In the past three years, 132,000 teachers have been laid off in the other 49 states.
Why? Because their Governor is NOT Scott Walker. There is only one. And as everyone knows, one Walker beats 14 runners.
The tens of thousands of teachers and government workers in Wisconsin who did NOT get laid off have Scott Walker to thank for it.
And those few hundred who DID get laid off – in Madison and Milwaukee - can thank their unions.
You guys with the signs and cowbells over there are drumming for the wrong team.
If we Libertarians got a mulligan every time we lost an election, we would need a full time department of voter nullification. Oh, wait – we already have that, it’s called the Government Accountability Board.
And in a few days they will rule that all those millions of votes we cast in November 2010 didn’t count. They will hope for better luck this time. They are wrong.
I write a blog called Moment of Clarity, and if there ever was ever a time for clarity, this is it. So here’s your moment: this has nothing do with Walker, or rights or any high-minded principle at all – this is the last tug of war between the taxpayers versus the taxeaters.
There is no fence to sit on; there is no rock to hide under. It is the State versus you. Pick your side.
I’ve picked mine; I’m going to stand on the side of liberty, and Scott Walker stands with me.
Did anyone really doubt you could find 540,000 graduates of Wisconsin public schools who would demand a sticker and a hug and a do-over when they lose? That’s how they roll nowadays.
So now $20 million will have to be cut from state and local budgets for education, the environment, the elderly, cancer research, day care, special needs children, bike paths, and bridge repairs to pay for their little tantrum. Own that, Madison.
It also means that more than 3.3 million eligible voters in Wisconsin said no. We listened to the protests for a year, we thought about our options for 60 days, and we decided not to waste $20 million and to just stick with the guy who was elected fair and square.
So what do I think of the recall? Two words: BRING IT!
Now, all these other speakers here today are Republicans, and they all came to say “I stand with Scott Walker.”
Well, not me. I’m not a Republican and I don’t stand with Scott Walker. I’m a Libertarian - and Scott Walker stands with me.
I stand for jobs.
I stand for job-creators.
I stand for free markets, open competition, lower taxes, and sensible regulation.
I stand for developing our natural resources responsibly.
I stand for rewarding hard work, and not punishing success.
I don't stand with Scott Walker. Scott Walker stands with me.
I believe in less government and more liberty.
I believe in fiscal responsibility.
I believe in school choice.
I believe in the right to carry.
I believe in the right to work.
I believe in the right to vote…once…residents only…with ID.
I don't believe in Scott Walker. Scott Walker believes in me.
In the past three years, 132,000 teachers have been laid off in the other 49 states.
Why? Because their Governor is NOT Scott Walker. There is only one. And as everyone knows, one Walker beats 14 runners.
The tens of thousands of teachers and government workers in Wisconsin who did NOT get laid off have Scott Walker to thank for it.
And those few hundred who DID get laid off – in Madison and Milwaukee - can thank their unions.
You guys with the signs and cowbells over there are drumming for the wrong team.
If we Libertarians got a mulligan every time we lost an election, we would need a full time department of voter nullification. Oh, wait – we already have that, it’s called the Government Accountability Board.
And in a few days they will rule that all those millions of votes we cast in November 2010 didn’t count. They will hope for better luck this time. They are wrong.
I write a blog called Moment of Clarity, and if there ever was ever a time for clarity, this is it. So here’s your moment: this has nothing do with Walker, or rights or any high-minded principle at all – this is the last tug of war between the taxpayers versus the taxeaters.
There is no fence to sit on; there is no rock to hide under. It is the State versus you. Pick your side.
I’ve picked mine; I’m going to stand on the side of liberty, and Scott Walker stands with me.
22 comments:
Go Wisconsin. The silent majority is speaking up. The sleeping giant has been awakened! TGFSW In God We Trust!
BRILLIANT! The message is dead on,, the challenge and choice has been defined... and might I add,, you are a genius in marketing. Wish you all the success you deserve.. wish I had been there!
Great speech today!
I support walker all the way. Walker is a gentleman and deserves the highest honour available(which he got). If you can't take the heat move to illinois. I hear they have a great economy down there.
Awesome as usual!!!!
Waiting to view a clip of your speech.
TGFSW and his supporters!!!!
ISWSW! He's the first and only politician I have sent money to and volunteered my time to.
The recall taliban is proof positive that Walker has made the hard choices that Wisconsin needs to make to be sustainable.
It was a pleasure to speak with you again. It would be nice to meet in a less structured situation sometime.
Dr. Tim,
You are a freaking genius. Succint, clear, and RIGHT! Thanks for empowering us quiet folks to start speaking up. I believe Scott Walker is one of the bravest men in this country. Our state is blessed to have him standing with us. As always, keep up the great work!
Awesome speech! Brilliant job today.
I subscribe to nine commentator feeds, most are nationally syndicated pundits. I forward yours to family and friends more than all the others combined. Your commentary is biting without being rabid. Love it!
Wonderful speech. Great delivery.
The silent majority needs to step up to the plate! Working hard at your day job is not excuse! If the unions win, Wisconsin is doomed. Simply look to the east to see what the job market, housing market and crime rates will be. Thank You Governor Walker! Truly I myself would not have the stomach to put up with the constant badgering of these union thugs and all their lackeys.
Dr. Tim, I couldn't agree any more strongly with all the previous comments. You cut to the chase! Andrew Wilkow (XM radio) should have you on his show.
What would be interesting would be a survey of dummycrats to see how many different reasons they give for their desire for a recall..that is in addition to the 75% that don't have a clue, and are only capable of uttering nonsense like "duh, we don't like Scott Walker because he's against the working man", which is followed by "this is a recording"). I've never seen such a vacuous bunch.
Awesome speech Dr. Tim!! Loved hearing it in person at the rally. I look forward to hearing what you have to say next. Thank you!!!
Increasing the tax burden on the most poor while giving the most well to do tax breaks is a very christian thing to do. go walker
You are 100% right Tim. These are the same people that didnt vote for walker the first time who didnt get there way and now are crying foul like little kids. They are the worst example of a human being that exists. Thanks for your article.
Dave West Brookfield Wi.
"Increasing the tax burden on the most poor while giving the most well to do tax breaks is a very christian thing to do. go walker"
Could you provide some facts to support your position?
How has he increased the tax burden on the poor?
What tax breaks do the "well to do" get? If you mean those who pay property taxes, you are correct.
Stop repeating what others told you to think. Start thinking for yourself, it may be a novel experience, but well worth the effort.
no, i cannot provide any facts. facts are irrelevant. it just makes me feel good to say it. otherwise, i would not be able justify my actions.
Gives me goosebumps - VERY well said! I only wish the liberals could really "hear" it!
If you like what he said, get out there beyond the comfort (fellow conservatives, etc.)of these rallies. Justifed as it is make sure you share with relatives, freinds, neighbors, especially those who don't always vote or say they are "independent". They ARE going to decide this election, not the "left" or "right", so spend time where it weill make a difference. As eloquent as he was Dr. Tim's message on Saturday didn't get one more vote for Walker - that's up to us all...
Fantastic as usual. I agree 100%. I have neighbors who just don't get it. I am in a union, I print your column and leave them around the shop, surprised at how many people find themselves agreeing with them. Can't wait until theyt read this one. Thank you Dr. Tim for your clarity.
I have 2 small pensions. One from Wi and the other is a Federal pension. I was in Law Enforcement and in mid-career I went Federal even though we didn't have collective bargaining and I survived even after paying a hefty amount towards my pension and especially for my health ins. I still pay a lot for my health ins. The free lunch is over. We have no choice but to support leaders who realize this. The bill has come due.
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