2010 Georgia Candidate Series

Yesterday the Peach Pundit BBQ Tour stopped in Augusta at Sconyers BBQ. 12th District Congressman John Barrow sat down with us for a podcast and talked about bi-partisanship, the “Problems Solvers” group in the Congress, and how to get things done as a member of the Minority Party. In May, 7th District Congressman Rob Woodall …

Congressman Lynn Westmoreland joined Peach Pundit tonight at Sprayberry’s BBQ in Newnan for a podcast. We’re grateful for the Congressman’s time. We talked about interest group ratings, the 2014 elections, the loss of Congressional seniority in Georgia, making tough choices when voting on Legislation, and what the Congressman has learned over the years. Listen closely …

On Wednesday evening, I chatted with Rep. Paul Broun about some of the issues being discussed in Congress. Among the topics we covered are the Summer of Wreckovery, spending and the debt limit, Libya and foreign policy and the contenders for the Republican nomination for president. We also discussed a petition being pushed by the …

Herman Cain visited the Bloggers’ Lounge here at CPAC yesterday for a few moments. He gave us a quick introduction and took a few questions, including a couple from me on his support of the TARP bailout (he gave a woefully inadequate answer). After making the rounds, Cain came by for a quick chat with …

With the 112th Congress now underway, many of us are still wondering what to expect from the Republican-controlled House. We know that they are planning to hold a largely symbolic vote next Wednesday to repeal ObamaCare, but there are some signs that they may be wavering on commitments laid out in the Pledge to America …

On Tuesday evening, I spoke with Rupert Parchment, candidate in the July 20th Republican primary in the 13th Congressional District. Among issues we discussed are electoral prospects in jobs, foreign policy and defense spending, ObamaCare and what sets him apart from the other five Republicans running in the primary. You can download the podcast here …

In this latest podcast, I talk with Mike Crane, a candidate in the July 20th Republican primary in the 13th Congressional District. Among issues we discussed are electoral prospects in November, job growth, taxes and spending, and a proposal that would require Congress to cite constitutional authority for legislation. You can download the podcast here …

Continuing our series of podcasts, I recently spoke with John Douglas, who has served as a state senator since 2005 and is a candidate in the GOP primary for the Public Service Commission on July 20th. Among the topics we discussed are prepayment of capital expenditures (SB 31), ethics rules and what can be done …

On Friday evening, I spoke with Eric Johnson, who served as a state senator from 1993 until 2009, he also served as President Pro-Tem and is a candidate in the July 20th Republican primary for Governor. Among the topics of discussion were jobs, education and school choice, immigration, transportation and how he plans to be …

In this latest podcast, I talk with Cory Ruth, a candidate in the July 20th Republican primary in the Fourth Congressional District. We discussed his electoral prospects in November, job growth, foreign policy, energy and health care, among other issues. You can download the podcast here (over 21 minutes/19.9MB, right click, “Save File As” to …

Last night, I spoke with John Monds, the Libertarian Party of Georgia’s nominee for Governor. As the Libertarian Party of Georgia has already nominated candidates for November, Monds is guaranteed a spot on the ballot. In the podcast we discuss zero-based budgeting, education, property rights, transportation and Sunday alcohol sales, among many other issues. You …

With Erick’s permission, I’m posting an interview I did this morning with Zev Chafets, author of the new book Rush Limbaugh: An Army of One. Love him or hate him, you can’t ignore Limbaugh, nor can you ignore his impact on the American political landscape. You must also acknowledge Rush’s impact on radio broadcasting. As …

Over the weekend, I spoke with Deborah Honeycutt, who is running in the July 20th Republican primary for the Thirteenth Congressional District and the right to face off against Congressman David Scott in November. Mrs. Honeycutt was the Republican nominee for this seat in 2006 and 2008. In the podcast we discuss the economy and …

On Tuesday, I spoke with Kira Willis, a Libertarian running for State School Superintendent. As the Libertarian Party of Georgia has already nominated candidates for November, she is guaranteed a spot on the ballot. In the podcast we discuss, the lack of leadership when it comes to education in Georgia, the problems with federal mandates …

Last night, I talked with Victor Armendariz, who is running in the July 20th Republican primary for the Fourth Congressional District. Among the topics discussed are spending reform, President Obama’s latest “job creation” gimmick, immigration and off-shore oil drilling. You can download the podcast here (over 23 minutes/21.8MB, right click, “Save File As” to download). …

Unfortunately, Public Service Commission races don’t typically get a lot of attention. Bobby Baker, who has served on the PSC since 1993, is retiring and has left an open seat, so last night spoke with Jeff May, a member of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 111th District and a candidate for the Public …

After a couple weeks off, we’re picking up the 2010 Candidate Series with David Poythress, who served as Labor Commissioner from 1993 to 1998, Adjutant General of the Georgia National Guard and current candidate in the Democratic primary for Governor of Georgia. David and I discussed some policy issues, such as education, transportation, water and …

At the end of last week, I spoke with State Rep. Melvin Everson, a candidate running for Labor Commissioner in the July 20th Republican primary. Among topics discussed were ideas for expanding job growth in Georgia, legislation passed in the most recent session that encourages businesses to come to Georgia and obstacles to putting Georgians …