Tuesday, June 29, 2010

A Confirmation of Crazy!

I had the opportunity to sit down with Colin Bonini last evening and listen to him discuss some things going on in the State Senate. Most of our State leadership is certified, card carrying NUTS! Craziness Abounds in DOVER!!!!

Even though Delaware has been told that there is NO STIMULUS MONEY coming in 2010, our State Legislature continues to spend with the mindset of "Don't worry, we'll find the money to pay for it somewhere". How can anyone charged with representing the citizens of Delaware vote to spend money that doesn't exist? We simply don't have the income to sustain spending yet the Governor submits a budget that exceeds last years! (By the way, Stimulus Money balanced last years budget).
Senator Bonini made it clear that leadership in Dover has to make some very tough decisions in the near future or face catastrophe in the "not too far off". Senator Bonini seems to be one of the FEW responsible Legislators now in existence in Dover.

Almost half of every tax dollar goes toward State Employee salary and benefits. The State has become the largest employer in the State. This is NOT A GOOD THING!!! While great people work for the State, it is evident that there has been a failure to bring good paying jobs to Delaware over the last 20 years. In fact, just the opposite has happened, good employers have left the State and continue to leave the State for a better business environment elsewhere.

Delaware has one of the highest per-citizen expenditures of all 50 States. This has been created by the "Tax & Spend" mindset of our past and current leadership and has led to our becoming a literal "nanny state". Our current path is not sustainable!!! The solution which will be brought to the floor almost certainly AFTER THE ELECTIONS is to raise taxes! This will drive our state's near dead economy even closer to the brink of disaster.

Our founders believed that our country and our state should be the land of opportunity. The opportunity to succeed, not a guarantee of success. We need to enable the "American Dream", not finance it. Delaware is a great state, and was once a leader. Twenty years of limited foresight and undisciplined fiscal policy have led us to the brink of financial ruin. Most economists are predicting a "Double Dip" recession which will be deeper than what we have been laboring through. Common sense would say that we need to CUT spending, and hold off on ANY NEW spending until our economy begins to grow. By the way, Delaware's economy is stagnant as compared to a majority of the other states in the Country! We have seen literally no growth while many others are seeing their economies begin to grow.

Please do your part to put Delaware back on track! Do the research, get educated and send responsible citizens, NOT CAREER POLITICIANS to Dover in November and every November thereafter!!!

Thursday, June 24, 2010

Reflections on July 4th

As we come upon the holiday weekend, many of us fail to give consideration to the true meaning of Independence Day. Our founders, soon after we gained our independence opined that the 4th of July should be held sacred.

John Adams, writing to his wife Abigail, shortly after the signing said that, "this day will be the most memorable epic in the history of America. I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated by suceeding generations as the great anniversary festival".

Dr. Benjamin Rush wrote to John Adams remembering the silence in the hall as the signers placed their name on the Declaration, an act they knew would result in a warrant for their death being issued by King George.

John Hancock agreed to a plan to rid his hometown of the British which called for the destruction of the entire city. Hancock lived in a formidable mansion yet he agreed to it's destruction, and the loss of his personal wealth for the cause of Independence.

Benjamin Franklin started the rally cry of the Revolution, "Rebellion to Tyrants is obedience to God".

I trust you will take a moment and reflect on the many, many sacrifices made for our liberty. We should all be humbled at the price it has cost for us to grill steaks, head to the beach, get together with family and friends, in short, simply enjoy Freedom...... In that humility let's remember that there are thousands of soldiers home and abroad willing to pay that price without hesitation. Please join me in praying for our Country and our Military. Pray that God directs good men and women into leadership in Government this November and all the Novembers to come. We need more leaders with the character and integrity of our founders and the humility to recognize that God is ultimately in control.

May you and yours enjoy a truly Blessed 4th of July!!!!

Monday, June 21, 2010

Update on the Campaign

Have had an opportunity to meet and talk with some great people during the campaign. I am really encouraged that people want to see change in leadership and they believe that I am the candidate that is not part of the "Good 'Ol Boy System". Just heard from Dan Short, the House Minority Whip and he is concerned about the attitude of spend, spend, spend, with no consideration for the budget deficit, the fact that stimulus funds are not forthcoming, and there is no thought on how Delaware will pay its bills. This is just the kind of thinking that I want to go to Dover and STOP DEAD IN ITS TRACKS!!!!

Thanks to all who have supported my campaign, I am humbled at the outpouring of support and encouragement. To those who have not made a contribution, there is a long way to go and any help you can give is greatly appreciated and will be used wisely!

In closing, just want to thank all of the Fathers out there and let us all take time to remember the Fathers whom are serving overseas with the Greatest Military the World has ever known! Thanks and Happy Fathers Day!!

BY THE WAY: THE CAMPAIGN PHONE NUMBER IS (302) 632-9881. PLEASE GIVE ME A CALL AND LET ME KNOW WHAT'S ON YOUR MIND.

Monday, June 14, 2010

ABSURDITY OR INSANITY???

I just read a news story about the Delaware House of Representatives considering a bill backed by the Governor which would pay for the School meals of ALL School children in Delaware.

The story added that "lawmakers said that if the bill passes, it would not take effect until $4 MILLION is found to pay for it."

Please tell me when was the last time you walked around and "FOUND" $4 Million?

Our Leadership simply doesn't get it!!!! WE ARE BROKE. We have had years of budget deficits, a deficit is predicted for this year, and WE ARE COMMITTING TO SPEND $4 MILLION!!!!!????? Who could run their house or business like this?

I think I'll call my mortgage company and tell them I've decided to buy a $2 Million Dollar house. Go ahead and get the paperwork started, tell the owners I'm committed to the deal, I just have to figure out where the money is. Oh, and tell them not to worry, if I don't have the money just laying around, I'll find somebody (the taxpaying citizen) to pay for it!!!

We have to change something and Democratic Leadership in the House and Senate seems like a GREAT place to start. Elect Steve Rust for the House of Representatives and take a step toward stopping this disrespect for tax paying citizens.

Friday, June 11, 2010

MOVING FORWARD

Just an update on the campaign. Things are moving along quickly. I've had a chance to meet some great people and speak with a couple of groups who seemed to align with my ideas. I'm hoping to pay the Delaware Election Commissioner next week and have my name "Formally" placed on the Ballot. We have some fundraisers in the planning stages and I hope all of you can take the time to come out for a great fellowship and some good food! A special thanks to ALL who have donated to my campaign, your generosity is appreciated and I offer my heartfelt thanks. Your support makes it easy to "Stay in the Fight" which is exactly what I plan to do.

Monday, June 7, 2010

D-Day

I'm hoping everyone will take a moment of reflection today and remember the soldiers who invaded France on D-Day. Unfortunately, I just learned our President has no planned recognition of the anniversary. Please pray for the families and those who survived to tell the stories of the "Greatest Generation". Our debt to them can never be re-paid and, honestly, I don't think any of them would ask. God Bless our Veterans!!!

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

SPREAD THE WORD

Appeared with Bill Colley on WGMD Tuesday afternoon. It was a great experience and I have received many great words of encouragement from those who heard my message (even 1 Democrat who said he wouldn't vote for me but would be happy if I got elected). Cindy and I went door to door later that evening and met with some people in my area. It was great and I have learned that the same things that bother me, also bother many, many others.

Please spread the word about the campaign and I've just added a Campaign phone number (302) 632-9881 for anyone who has a question, comment, or wants more information. This is truly a grass roots effort so I need anyone who agrees with me to get the word out and, more importantly, get the voters out!!

God Bless

Steve