Comish Has Change of "Heart"

County Commissioner Rick Modesitt announces run for reelection.

Gary Abernathy Leaving WVGOP

Executive Director of the WV GOP has posted a video Farewell. Good Luck Gary!

UPDATE: Obama's Change Agents Are Here!

OFA West Virginia - Listening Tour Stop in Parkersburg (Listening Tour)
The purpose of this tour is to reconnect, reengage, and reenergize volunteers to continue the spirit and community action started with President Obama’s campaign. We want to hear from you on how best to move OFA - West Virginia forward from both a statewide and local perspective. These events are a crucial part of laying the groundwork needed to recreate a strong volunteer network designed to support President Obama and his broad agenda of change.
Time: Thursday, May 14 from 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Host: Meagan Gardner
Location: Judge Black Annex (Parkersburg, WV)
319 Market St.Parkersburg, WV 26101

Directions:
across from Blennerhassett Hotel; Listening Tour will begin directly after county executive meeting

Parkersburg and Wood County are on their list of future "Town Hall Meetings". The OFA (Organizing for America) kicked off their propaganda and reeducation campaign specifically tailored to West Virginians in Charleston this week. You can read about it at Vic Spouse's Blog by clicking on the link on the right. The group promises future meetings around the State.

Here is a link to their plan.

AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT PLAN: THE IMPACT FOR WEST VIRGINIA

Here is a listing of meetings I could find so far:

April 22nd, 7 p.m., Kanawha County Public Library, Charleston

April 23rd, 6:30 p.m., Old Stone Church, Lewisburg

April 26th, 2:00 p.m., Home of Sue Thorn, Wheeling

April 29th, 7:00 p.m., Marshall University Student Center, Huntington

May 5th, 7:00 p.m., Marion County Courthouse, Morgantown

May 6th, 7:00 p.m., Home of John Lozier, Morgantown

May 13th, 6:00 p.m. Fairmont State Caperton Center, Clarksburg

Time: Saturday, May 2 from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Host: Meagan Gardner
Contact Phone: 1-304-728-2829
Location: Home of Robert and Virginia Graf (Charles Town, WV)
2054 Kabletown Rd.Charles Town, WV 25414

Wood County Tea Party

I will have more shortly.

Local Tea Party Photos

Third World Tactics in America

This is something you would expect in Venezuela, not the USA.

U.S. seeks expanded power to seize firms
Goal is to limit risk to broader economy

updated 3:10 a.m. ET, Tues., March. 24, 2009

WASHINGTON - The Obama administration is considering asking Congress to give the Treasury secretary unprecedented powers to initiate the seizure of non-bank financial companies, such as large insurers, investment firms and hedge funds, whose collapse would damage the broader economy, according to an administration document.

WCREC Hosts Michael Zak

Michael Zak

Beverly Lockhart, Chairman of the Wood County Republican Party; Doug Mckinney, Chairman of the West Virginia Republican Party; and WV state Senator Donna Boley

Michael Zak was the Keynote speaker for the Wood County Republican Executive Committee sponsored Lincoln Day Dinner held Saturday evening at the Parkersburg Country Club.

Here are links to the local media coverage so far.

Looking Back for Guidance WTAP

Republicans reflect on history, future of party Parkersburg News & Sentinel

Stay in School and be a Legislator

It doesn't matter how long some people stay in school, this article proves that college can't teach common sense or good judgement. I would think that this would require the State Constitution to be amended, but that just a small issue for big thinkers, after all we have to do what is best for the State! Cake anyone?

Age change gets mixed reactions

Wood County Lincoln Day Dinner

WVGOP Executive Director Visits Town

Local Republicans gathered last evening to welcome Gary Abernathy, our new West Virginia GOP Executive Director to Wood County. Gary made the rounds to WTAP-TV and the News & Sentinel yesterday before addressing a group of 40 at the River City Tavern and Grill at 6:00pm. Gary gave a brief inspirational overview of the State GOP and his plans for the next election cycle. Gary says on his web page the Republican Gazette, that $1500.00 was contributed by the generous group, sometime all you have to do is ask.

Wood County News: State GOP Meeting Info

I haven't felt it necessary or have I been inclined to update the blog recently. This blog primarily focuses on political activity in Wood County WV, and well there just hasn't been anything to say as of late.

That all changes staring tonight.

Gary Abernathy, the WVGOP Executive Director will be in town today. He will be conducting several interviews around town including WTAP-TV and the News & Sentinel. Gary's visit will conclude with an informal get together at the River City Grill on Murdoch Avenue at 6:00 pm.

Activites of WVGOP Chairman Doug McKinney since summer 2006

Interesting WV Blogasphere Articles

I will comment on these as I have time later in the day and week but I wanted to put up a few snipits and links to the articles. Keep up the fight Vic and Gary!

Tommy Phillips new chairman in Harrison County

Phillips, of Bridgeport, said Monday, "I want to continue on the national success that Harrison County has had in the past two presidential elections, and get the Democrats and independents that trust our national ticket to join us to elect a Republican county commissioner in 2010 and to gain a seat in the House of Delegates in the 41st District."

Fight for House leadership stems from Republican frustration

This whole idea of being buddy-buddy with the Democrats and having the Democratic leadership pat the Republicans on the heads for being good girls and boys must stop. It will never get us anywhere.

McKinney Should Move to Wood County

If Doug lived here we would have a celebration. It's all in your priorities and perspective.

Bear gets state GOP on Nov. 4

"Winning is everything and losing is absolutely nothing for political parties. It is the prime directive for hacks and hangers on who live by political fortunes."

"Maybe it's unfair to blame chairmen. If voters wanted to elect more Republicans, they would vote for them.
But someone has to take the blame. That's the rule in politics."
Jess Mancini: Parkersburg News

In just a few months Democrat candidates will be lining up to take a shot at our remaining Republican office holders after their recent success. Wayne Dunn will be looking for a viable partner to serve with him on the county commission which will be vacant do to the retirement of Commissioner Modesitt and embolden hopefuls will see the possibility of taking our State Senate seat to the Democrat side in 2010 especially if Senator Deem chooses not to run. The Democrats have tasted victory and folks who wouldn’t have considered running will now give it a second look. Changes in direction or modifications of strategy are meet with a litany of time tested excuses and those who would dare speak of such things are made out to be the problem for questioning people who mean so well. Isn’t politics fun; I can’t wait to see what happens next!

Open Thank You Letter

Fellow Republicans,

I would like to personally thank each and every one of you for your efforts the last few months. Our hard work and dedication to our Party carried Senator John McCain and Governor Sarah Palin to one of the highest, if not the highest margins of victory in West Virginia, 63.38% and 10,224 votes. We also made the race for Attorney General very close by delivering 61.13% for a 7478 margin in favor of Dan Greear, a truly great candidate and leader.

We have a lot to do the next 2 years to prepare our Party and our message for the 2010 mid term elections. Party building is an ongoing and often thankless effort, but it is essential if we are to maintain offices, regain lost ground and move our beliefs in government forward. Again, I want to thank you and let you know that I appreciate all that you do!

Greg Smith


McCain/Palin Wood County Chairman
Greear for Attorney General Wood County Chairman

Governor Palin Arrives with Husband Todd

Palins plane touches down in West Virginia

Todd Palin heads to Marietta

Everyone wanted tickets to Sarah Palin

Road to Victory Rally with Sarah Palin

Road to Victory Rally with Sarah Palin

Where: Marietta College

Dyson Baudo Recreation Center

215 Fifth Street

Marietta, OH 45750

When: Sunday, November 2nd

Doors Open: 11:30am

Event Scheduled to Starts at 1:30

Tickets available at the Wood County HQ Saturday starting at 9:00 am

RNC Victory Tour Visits Parkersburg

***MEDIA ADVISORY***

RNC Chairman & Co-Chairman Join “Victory 2008” Bus Tour Through OH & WV

WASHINGTON – Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairman Robert M. “Mike” Duncan and Co-Chairman Jo Ann Davidson will join the “Victory 2008” bus tour swing through Ohio and West Virginia.


Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Batavia, OH
WHO: RNC Chairman Robert M. “Mike” Duncan
RNC Co-Chairman Jo Ann Davidson
WHAT: “Victory 2008” Bus Tour Stops At Clermont County Victory Center
WHEN: Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at 2:30 p.m. EDT

WHERE: Clermont County Victory Center
197 East Main Street
Batavia, OH 45103

Cincinnati, OH
WHO: RNC Chairman Robert M. “Mike” Duncan
RNC Co-Chairman Jo Ann Davidson
WHAT: “Victory 2008” Bus Tour Stops At Hamilton County (Kenwood) Victory Center
WHEN: Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. EDT

WHERE: Hamilton County (Kenwood) Victory Center
8260 Northcreek Drive
Cincinnati, OH 45236

Cincinnati, OH
WHO: RNC Co-Chairman Jo Ann Davidson
WHAT: “Victory 2008” Bus Tour Stops At Hamilton County (West Side) Victory Center
WHEN: Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. EDT

WHERE: Hamilton County Victory Center
3339 Harrison Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45211


Thursday, October 30, 2008

Dayton, OH
WHO: RNC Co-Chairman Jo Ann Davidson
WHAT: “Victory 2008” Bus Tour Stops At Greene County Victory Center
WHEN: Thursday, October 30, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. EDT

WHERE: Greene County Victory Center
3317 Seajay Drive
Dayton, OH 45430

Springfield, OH
WHO: RNC Co-Chairman Jo Ann Davidson
WHAT: “Victory 2008” Bus Tour Stops At Clark County Victory Center
WHEN: Thursday, October 30, 2008 at 11:30 a.m. EDT

WHERE: Clark County Victory Center
1 S. Limestone Street
Springfield, OH 45502

Dublin, OH
WHO: RNC Co-Chairman Jo Ann Davidson
WHAT: “Victory 2008” Bus Tour Stops At Franklin County (Dublin) Victory Center
WHEN Thursday, October 30, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. EDT

WHERE: Franklin County (Dublin) Victory Center
4784 Frantz Road
Dublin, OH 43016

Columbus, OH
WHO: RNC Co-Chairman Jo Ann Davidson
WHAT: “Victory 2008” Bus Tour Stops At Franklin County (Westerville) Victory Center
WHEN: Thursday, October 30, 2008 at 3:30 p.m. EDT

WHERE: Franklin County (Westerville) Victory Center
2424 Home Acre Drive
Columbus, OH 43213

Columbus, OH
WHO: RNC Co-Chairman Jo Ann Davidson
WHAT: “Victory 2008” Bus Tour Stops At Franklin County Victory Center
WHEN: Thursday, October 30, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. EDT

WHERE: Franklin County Victory Center
240 N Fifth Street
Columbus, OH 43215


Friday, October 31, 2008

Heath, OH
WHO: RNC Chairman Robert M. “Mike” Duncan
RNC Co-Chairman Jo Ann Davidson
WHAT: “Victory 2008” Bus Tour Stops At Licking County Victory Center
WHEN: Friday, October 31, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. EDT

WHERE: Licking County Victory Center
1006 Hebron Road
Heath OH 43056

Zanesville, OH
WHO: RNC Chairman Robert M. “Mike” Duncan
RNC Co-Chairman Jo Ann Davidson
WHAT: “Victory 2008” Bus Tour Stops At Muskingum County Victory Center
WHEN: Friday, October 31, 2008 at 12:00 p.m. EDT

WHERE: Muskingum County Victory Center
1207 Maple Avenue
Zanesville OH 43701

Parkersburg, WV
WHO: RNC Chairman Robert M. “Mike” Duncan
RNC Co-Chairman Jo Ann Davidson
WHAT: “Victory 2008” Bus Tour Stops At Wood County Republican Headquarters
WHEN: Friday, October 31, 2008 at 2:30 p.m. EDT

WHERE: Wood County Republican Headquarters
409 Eighth Street
Parkersburg WV 26101

Charleston, WV
WHO: RNC Chairman Robert M. “Mike” Duncan
RNC Co-Chairman Jo Ann Davidson
WHAT: “Victory 2008” Bus Tour Stops At Charleston Victory Center
WHEN: Friday, October 31, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. EDT

WHERE: Charleston Victory Center
111 Hale Street
Charleston WV 25301

Wood County Christian School TARS Attend Washington County Reagan Day Dinner

I would like to thank the members of the Washington County Ohio Republican Executive Committee for inviting several member of the Wood County Christian School Teenage Republicans to their annual Reagan Day dinner. It is very important to get and keep our young people involved in the election process and party politics. The dinner was a smashing success selling 236 tickets, my son reported that the room was packed with most of the ticket holders attending. The crowd enjoyed the usual chicken, mashed potato's and green beans whiled listened to local candidates, the county chair and the Ohio State auditor.


The WCCS Tars have been assisting with phone banks for several weeks now leading up to the 4 November election. Ohio is a must win for McCain/Palin campaign. Again I would like to thank our friends across the river for remembering and recognizing the time and energy that our kids have put into their effort. The entire story is linked below.

Washington Co. Republican Reagan Day Dinner

Colin Powell Meets His Match

Anyone who expected Colin Powell to endorse McCain/Palin doesn't realize the pressure and intimidation placed on some groups of people in our free country. Since his service to Bush 41, Powell has been ridiculed mercilessly by the Hollywood left and his own community with such derogatory names as "Uncle Tom", "Oreo Cookie" and others I won't repeat.

At best I had hoped he would continue to remain on the sideline as he has since he left the Secretary of State job, but the pressure was apparently too much to fall in line with the other 96.6% of Blacks. Colin Powell and other Blacks in America (I refuse to use hyphenated names) are accused by Al Sharpton and other self appointed leaders of being out of touch and not "down for the struggle" if they deviate from the accepted entitlement mentality that is demanded because of your race.

Powell was never a staunch conservative, but I thought he understood that taking wealth or money from one person and giving it to another is inherently wrong and places a limit on growth and success, yet he specifically stated that McCain didn't understand the economic problems facing our country and Obama does. General Powell proved his bravery on the battlefield, but the fear of not supporting Obama and being blamed for his defeat was too much for him to chance.

Dan Greear Visits Wood County

Greear promises change if elected

''It is wrong for the citizens to have to pay for (Attorney General Darrell McGraw's) re-election campaign,'' he said.

Greear was in Parkersburg Friday on a campaign swing that included the Parkersburg South-Parkersburg high schools football game.
A fundamental change Greear would make in the office is to change the philosophy to sue and get as much money as possible from business, he said. The change would be work with companies to ensure they follow the law, but if they don't, ''Then we'll do with that,'' Greear said.

WTAP Interview: WV AG Candidate in Parkersburg

Palin Update

As reported on WTAP and in the Parkersburg News and Sentinal this morning, Governor Sarah Palin will be stopping for a brief visit in Marietta on her way to the St. Clairsville Ohio rally tomorrow. At this time I have no additional information, but I do have a handful of tickets to the St. Clairsville rally. I obtained these in an effort to keep local folks from being forced to drive up to pick up tickets prior to the event.