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Iowa Straw Poll –

Posted on 8. July 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The Iowa Straw Poll is scheduled for August 13th at Iowa State University in Ames Iowa.  The straw poll is a Republican fundraiser and very important for several candidates.  Tim Pawlenty and Michele Bachmann are two Republican candidates that are … Continue reading →

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GOP Gains In North Carolina Redistricting –

Posted on 1. July 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The draft map for redistricting in North Carolina strongly favors Republicans.  The new districts solidify current Republican seats and place four Democratic seats into Republican leaning districts.  The four Democrats that are in danger of losing are Brad Miller, Heath … Continue reading →

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Fischer To Run For Nebraska Senate Seat –

Posted on 28. June 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Nebraska State Senator Deb Fischer is expected to announce her candidacy for the U.S. Senate.  Fischer will face State Treasurer Don Stenberg and State Attorney General Jon Bruning for the Republican nomination.  The winner of the Republican primary is favored to … Continue reading →

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Hunstman Declares –

Posted on 21. June 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Jon Huntsman became the latest Republican to announce a run for the Presidency.  The former Governor of Utah declared in a speech at Liberty State Park in New Jersey.  Jon Huntsman served as Ambassador to China for the Obama administration.  To read … Continue reading →

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Deficit Negotiations –

Posted on 20. June 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Negotiations on the deficit and the debt ceiling are making progress in Congress.  Democrat Senator Dick Durbin indicated that a delay could force interest rates higher.  Democrats are attempting to raise the debt ceiling and Republicans are proposing budget cuts to lower the … Continue reading →

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Free Trade Deals Set To Pass –

Posted on 16. June 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Congress is set to pass free trade deals for South Korea, Columbia, and Panama.  The free trade deals are expected to be sent to Congress from the Obama administration.  The trade agreements have strong support in the Republican controlled House and enough … Continue reading →

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Bachmann Announces Candidacy –

Posted on 14. June 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Michele Bachmann announced that she is an official candidate for President.  The announcement came at the beginning of the CNN GOP Presidential debate.  The Republican field is still wide open but it is clear that Michele will be a top contender for … Continue reading →

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Mike Pence Declares For Governor –

Posted on 12. June 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Indiana Congressman Mike Pence has announced that he will run for Governor.  The Republican served six terms as a Congressman and is a social and fiscal conservative.  Mike Pence will most likely defeat the Democrat and strengthen the Republican ticket.  To read a … Continue reading →

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Santorum Declares –

Posted on 7. June 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Rick Santorum announced that he will run for President in 2012.  The Republican served two terms in the U.S. Senate from 1995-2007.  Santorum is a fiscal and social conservative that should play well in early contests like Iowa and South Carolina.  To … Continue reading →

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Estate Tax Law –

Posted on 5. June 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Kiplinger’s has an article on the estate tax law and the portability feature.  The article also discusses the expiration of the current provision at the end of 2012.  In addition, the article provides examples of unintended consequences of the estate tax law.  To … Continue reading →

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Trade Pacts And Programs –

Posted on 25. May 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Senator Max Baucus has tied the renewal of the Trade Adjustment Assistance program with trade deals for Korea, Columbia, and Panama.  The Senate Democrat is the Finance Committee Chairman and has the support of at least 41 Senators on this … Continue reading →

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Pawlenty Announces Presidential Run –

Posted on 23. May 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Republican Tim Pawlenty has announced that he will run for President in 2012.  Pawlenty is the former Governor of Minnesota and may also face Minnesota Congresswoman Michele Bachmann for the Republican nomination.  Bachmann is scheduled  to appear at an event in Iowa … Continue reading →

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Huckabee Won’t Run For President –

Posted on 15. May 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Republican Mike Huckabee has announced that he will not run for President in 2012.  Huckabee would have been one of the top Republican contenders for the White House.  Huckabee is popular among social conservatives and has a successful Fox News program.  To … Continue reading →

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Democratic Senator Kohl Not Running For Re-Election –

Posted on 13. May 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Democratic Senator Herbert Kohl has announced that will not seek re-election in 2012.  The Wisconsin Democrat first won the Senate seat in 1988.  Kohl is 76 years old and his retirement makes the seat very competitive.  Republicans now have an … Continue reading →

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Wisconsin Borrowing Costs Drop –

Posted on 11. May 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Wisconsin borrowing costs are dropping and that may be a result of Republican Governor Scott Walker.  Governor Walker took on the unions and signed a bill limiting their collective bargaining power on March 11th.  The move is being well received by markets with the … Continue reading →

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