Lynch Focused on Issues

Governor Lynch signs legislation to protect his states (New Hampshire) right to remain the first primary during presidential election years. New Hampshire has been at the fore front of being the first primary in every Presidential election year in more than fifty years. Mighigan is making a strong argument to be the first primary in the 08' elections, not new to New Hampshire, as other states have done in previous years. Governor Lynch wants this legislation to remain the first with no other events occuring until after the New Hampshire primary is over.

New Hampshire contends the traditions created from the long history of hosting the first primary during an election year has leveled the playing field to all candidates, known and unknown, financially secure in campagn funds or very little money at all. So "In turn", New Hampshire demands more than photo ops and lip service from candidates, they want to be taken seriously and demand candidates answer questions in their state while campaigning. Other potential Presidential candidates who support New Hamphire's position are Senator John Kerry and Evan Bayh.(1)

In recent news, Governor Lynch has shown strong support for medical benefits to be provided to gay and lesbian families, especially after the Supreme Court reversed an earlier decision that allowed the State to deny benefits for same sex couples/partners. The Attorney General is appealing the ruling. " Governor Lynch believes we should be looking at providing domestic partner benefits because it is the right thing to do," said Pamela Walsh, spokeswoman for Lynch. This is not new to Lynch, who in 2000 supported benefits for government employees of the gay and lesbian community. (2)

(1) www.state.nh.us/governor/news.htm
(2) www.seacoastline.com/news

Governor Lynch Keeps Moving...

"Michelle's Law" is expected to receive approval by Governor Lynch as a bill when it comes across his desk. Supporting this Bill affects young people attending college who if became severely ill and could not keep a full time status would not lose insurance coverage. Michelle Morse was a college student diagnosed with colon cancer and could not withdraw from her full time status because her parents health care provider would not insure her. Michelle died nine months after graduation and this prompted a streamlined call for politicians to step in and change lawmakers minds that require health insurance companies to review these cases as critical and not incontrol of the person who has become ill. (1)

The Governor was speaking at the Chamber of Commerce gathering billed as the "State of the State" providing direction of the future for New Hampshire. During this speech, the governor highlighted his successes as a first term governor and admitted he made some mistakes. The Governor made a firm statement that "he still loves being Governor of New Hampshire" The Chamber of Commerce was impressed with the ground work laid out for the future and the Governor's approach for growth.A few ideas presented to the group were Economic Development of Regions, Public Interest and Safety, Affordable Housing and a Regional Energy Plan.(2)

On another note, some bad news or is it? Governor Lynch proposed a bill that will raise the age for students to drop out of high school from 16 to 18 years of age. The bill was defeated in the house, but bad, not at all because the governor now has new ammunition in his bid for re-election. (3)

(1) www.unionleader.com
(2) www.seacoastline.com
(3) www.politicsnh.com

Governor Lynch Current Events

The Governor of New Hampshire is busy, starting with calling out the pharmaceutical companies for trying to abandon the very people they have been helping the past several years in New Hampshire. Lynch contends the new Federal Prescription Drug Bill doesn't go far enough and the people these drug companies have been assisting are not much better off. The pharmaceutical companies contend the new bill relieves them of support while Lynch is saying the need was there before for these low income seniors and it remains. These companies can still do their good deeds and keep supporting the elder generation that is struggling to afford prescription medication. The governor states these companies have moral obligations citing this is "good public relations and business sense to continue assistance programs".

In other news, the Governor has proposed legislation for changing the school dropout rate to 18 yrs of age. His contention for the bill is to reduce the number of student drop-outs citing immaturity and the extra time in school will allow students to realize the benefits of a high school education that could provide jobs with increased pay, benefits and healthcare from improved job opportunities vs. A high school drop out.

The governor challenges the dropout rate is reflected towards crime. Looking into the future, Governor Lynch states "Education drives jobs" and develops a "Better workforce".

In recent news the governor received an award from the American Red Cross for Volunteer Excellence. The governor is recognized from his personal influence and caring during disasters in his home state. During Katrina he and his wife were some of the first to volunteer time to phone banks to raise money for the needy and displaced citizens.

www.americanredcross.com
www.news.google.com
www.seacoastline.com Portsmouth Herald
www.allamericanpatriots.com New Hampshire News

"The End is Here"

Eisendrath put up a good fight throughout the campaign. Exposing the failed promises of governor Blagojevich and his "Pay for Play" politics, Eisendrath stayed committed. The message was sent out that Democrats were not happy with the job the governor was doing and Eisendrath relayed those concerns by getting that message out.

A respectable campaign for a guy with little experience in this arena, but did fulfill the expectations of his believers and voters alike to send that message by taking 1/3 of the democratic vote away from Blagojevich. This message really instills fire in the republican campaign on issues that remain a concern for Democrats and republicans alike. Eisendrath has Thanked everyone for the belief, commitments and backing of his campaign. A "Classy Guy".

We will probably see this candidate in the future with more fire and desire to seek an office that will make a difference to you.

www.chicagotribune.com
www.eisendrath2006.com

"The Home Stretch"

Gubernatorial candidate Edwin Eisendrath, the long shot is making his final push with just two weeks left until the primary. Three new TV ads are appearing this week further attacking Governor Blagojevich's record.

Eisendrath, whom is not a career politician is the longshot to dethrone the incumbent, but you've got to give the man credit for challenging this governor for the Democratic ticket. Following the chain of events and attacks Eisendrath has put forth towards Blagojevich's record it must have impacted the governors campaign because they won't debate Eisendrath. The truth must be damaging enough even if the governor wins his bid for the Democratic ticket, his Republican challengers would gain valuable ammunition to challenge him for the office.

The credibility of this challenger is growing, for instance; Eisendrath arrived 15 minutes early for a press conference and amazed reporters. Stated in an article by Mandy St. Amand from the St. Louis Post-Dispatch "The act of punctuality tells you something about a man who wants to be governor of Illinois." Compared to Governor Blagojevich showing up to events 30 to 40 minutes late.

Still on the attack, more dirty details are provided of the Governors broken promises and the forcing of business to close or move out of the state is surfacing. Residents haven't seen new taxes, but those increases were passed on to businesses in the state forcing them to close or leave. This has cost Illinois 187,000 jobs the last four years. The list goes on and on and on. Another Blagojevich failure has been deferring medicad bills over the past years and this debt has grown to 1.75 billion. It's good to focus on healthcare, but many other programs and state needs have been ignored. By doing one good deed, doesn't forgive him (Blagojevich)of all the other broken promises.

The out cries of dissatisfaction are getting louder and many Illinoisans are ready for change. The next article will report the fate of Mr. Eisendrath's political future. The Primary will be over and the voters will have their chance for change...

www.eisendrath2006.com St. Louis Post-Dispatch
www.news-gazzette.com

"D-day" is coming

Eisendrath is gearing up for the TV advertising blitz! Coming into 2006, Edwin Eisendrath had $166,000 in his campaign warchest. A far cry compared to Governor Blagojevich's 15.5 million and some. (1)

This week (2/14/2006)starts the video barrage of commercials and campaign advertising and will move into high gear as the weeks pass and the primary gets closer. We will witness the proffessional, political attacks of records, character and broken promises. Governor Blagojevich even has his own party feeling screwed and are challenging him by demonstrating an increase in support to his challenger Edwin Eisendrath for the Democratic ticket. (2) Blagojevich has lost the trust of the people and now wants to make promises that have no merit. Eisendrath quotes, "He's cut college funding every year... and (then) in an election year, he promises 90 million he doesn't have". (3)

Trailing 3 to 1 in the AP Polls, Eisendrath is a longshot, but with the support and momentum gaining from his party, unions and other groups, his campaign is becoming more credibile, especially as Governor Blagojevich will not commit to a debate. The more exposure to this debate challenge is going to create greater doubt in the minds Blagojevich supporters who don't really see the failures of the state. (4)

Edwin Eisendrath is solid on his convictions and is attacking every weakness of the Governor over the past four years. Today, Eisendrath releases his top ten list of campaign issues Governor Blagojevich will use ove rhte next several weeks as a sarcastic measure towards the respect of Blagojevich's misrepresentation og the office. View the list at www.eisendrath2006.com. (5)

On Monday, Blagojevich makes statements to the media andt his arrogance stands out when he talks about his campaign and doesn't recognize Eisendrath as a contender for the Democratic ticket on March 21st. (6)

Open your eyes, listen and watch the events unfold these next five weeks. As Blagojevich isn't concerned of his opponent Eisendrath moves forward with his campaign not acknowledging a challenge for the Democratic ticket.

(1) www.suntimes.com
(2) www.thecommunityworld.com
(3) www.thinkexist.com (Eisendrath quotes)
(4) www.uspoliticstoday.com
(5) www.eisendrath2006.com
(6) www.NBC5.com/politics

Eisendrath Cries Foul

The latest challenges of the Blagojevich campaign comes from Ethics issues and "Pay to Play" tactics. Gubernatorial candidtate Edwin Eisendrath expresses his dissaproval of the Gov's spokesman, Doug Scofield. Scofield first worked for the governor when he was a Congressman as his Chief of Staff, then in 2002 when he joined the campaign. Governor Blagojevich appointed him Deputy Governor of Illinois in 2003 all the while a registered lobbyist. Now as the Governor's spokesman, Scofield is doing double duty working for the Governor as his principal spokesman, but also lobbying for his interest groups who have pledged over $700,000 dollars to the Blagojevich political fund.

Eisendrath is quoted as saying, "The governor's decision to use a lobbyist as his chief spokesman is appalling." The concern; Illinois is being advertised "For Sale" and it's outrageous. Blagojevich had his chance to end business as usual and he didn't. If you can't live up to your campaign promises, be prepared for the shellacking that's coming not only by Eisendrath, but the Republican candidates too.

Mike Flannery from CBS news reports several music schools used lobbyist close to the governor and attained $1.5 million in grants. John Wyma is a former top aide and campaign political adviser to Blagojevich in his 2002 campaign. Wyma represents the schools these grants were awarded to. Wyma also represents other interest groups who have been awarded contracts from the governor. Such as a Fla. based company called WellCare who was awarded a $75 million dollar medicaid contract days after the law was signed. This company contributed $100,000 to the political fund of Governor Rod Blagojevich.

Eisendrath and other Democrats are calling out Governor Blagojevich for a debate on the issues, that's if the Governor finds time to pull away from being "too busy doing the people's business". Stay tuned...

www.eisendrath2006.com
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