Posted by Nanette Kirsch on November 3, 2009 under 9/12 Candidates | 
Jay La Suer
Sheriff, San Diego County
Primary: June 2010
General Election: November 2010
“They say the longest journey starts with a single step. We can take back America one area at a time by answering for ourselves, ‘Who are the candidates who can change things?’ The people of this nation have a choice; they can help candidates all over the country whom they believe are committed to change,” Jay La Suer, sheriff candidate for San Diego County, says. And, he points to the 9-12 movement as instrumental to this shifting paradigm.
“People are very aware of what a 9-12 candidate is,” La Suer says. “I didn’t expect many people to be familiar with it. I think right now people are just a little gun-shy about candidates; there is some value to saying that a 9-12 candidate has to believe in certain things.
“I gave a talk here. I was going over my background and said, ‘First of all I’m a 912 candidate.’ More than 120 people were there, and they all started applauding. I don’t know that liberals are tuned into it. I know conservatives are.”
A military veteran and officer of the peace for 31 years, La Suer says of his current race, “Local county sheriff is among the most powerful positions in America today because it can affect the most immediate changes. For example, you can take a sanctuary county and immediately change it. You establish the fact that you’re there, and you establish the law to protect everyone. Then you enforce that law. If you’re a criminal, you will go to jail. If you’re in our country illegally, and you’ve violated our laws, we’ll turn to our state laws to arrest you, prosecute you and ship you out of this country.”
Is America good, as the 9-12 principles claim? “I believe America is the best nation ever on the face of the earth. My father told taught me that I owed a debt to my ‘Uncle Sam’ because of all the opportunity I had living here. That’s why I enlisted in the military. I think it’s the best nation in the world.”
La Suer served in the La Mesa City Council from 1990-2000 and the California State Assembly from 2000-2006, where one of his proudest achievements was receiving the Legislator of the Year award from the California State Sheriff’s Association while in the state assembly.
His decision to run for office this time, he says, was in direct response to what he saw going on in the country. “I wasn’t even considering it a year ago. When I was young, my dad said, ‘You’ll never know the America I knew. Your rights have been taken away from you slowly.’ I feel that way now, that we’re losing our country.”
To fellow 9-12ers, La Suer says, “If you unite and come together, that’s how you affect change. If we’re not united we can’t win anything.”
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About the Author:
Nanette Kirsch is a married mother of four and marketing communication professional in Tyler, Texas, who identifies herself as conservative. She has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pa. She currently serves as editor-in-chief for 912Candidates.org, creating and posting submissions from volunteers and guest authors about 9-12 candidates. She may be contacted at editor@912candidates.org.
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Posted by Jacob Roecker on August 24, 2009 under 9/12 Candidates |
About Gary Clift (from cliftforcongress.com)
I was born in California and then spent most of my childhood in third world countries including Cuba, Chile, Ecuador, Guyana, and Jamaica. In these countries, I experienced firsthand the consequences of failed economies and the dysfunctional political systems which created them. Corruption, nepotism and political cronyism were the norm. As a dependent of a US Foreign Service Officer, I observed the ethos of a devoted public servant who taught me that the right thing to do was not always the easiest thing to do. At a young age, I represented the US in foreign countries and would volunteer in various aspects to promote US interests.
After graduating from high school, I returned to the US and graduated from UC Davis in 1980. Soon after, my wife and I settled in Solano County to raise our daughter and son where five generations of my family have resided. Like previous generations before me, I maintain a small farm where I grow organic produce for my family and friends.
I spent 26 years working in Law Enforcement for the State of California where I passionately served as a crime victim advocate battling the giant state bureaucracy that penalizes victims and rewards the criminals. Frustrated by the increased acceleration of government inefficiency, waste, and growth from a political bubble making California state government dysfunctional, I retired in 2006.
I ran for state office twice in the 1990’s. Following these two campaigns, I have been asked by hundreds of supporters to run again. When the CA Congressional District 10 became vacant I could not pass on the opportunity. California voters are disappointed in their government leaders and they should be. District 10 voters have a rare opportunity to make their voices heard and elect a representative who is a true public servant.
The financial future of our country is at risk if the Federal Government follows California’s lead. Federal government has grown too big and expenditures greatly exceed tax revenues. This cannot continue. We need to reduce federal government by cutting the waste and mis-management. One of my first actions in Congress will be to cosponsor HR 1207 which aims to audit the Federal Reserve and make government transparent with our tax dollars. This is a priority among my many issues.
Why
did I chose to be 9/12 candidate?
Our Nation is broken, many of our leaders have abandoned our Constitution and “public service” has become synonymous with taking care of personal business. I believe that many of the solutions to our Nation’s problems are simple and can be found in the U.S. Constitution. Furthermore, I believe that the founders were brilliant and great wisdom was applied in the drafting of the Constitution. I want to go to Congress, represent the citizens of California and the U.S. Constitution and restore the Republic by returning power to the States.
The 9/12 Principles and Values represent the principles and values we should expect our elected official to embody. Our government is not just attempting to remove God from our society it is infringing on the nine principles and corrupting the 12 values. We are rewarding companies and individuals who break the law and punishing those who obey the law.
How can the 9/12 organization help my campaign?
The primary election is on 9/1/09. Most of the voting will be absentee ballots. We are calling the voters and reminding them to vote, advising them that Gary Clift is the best candidate and asking them to mail their ballot immediately. We have almost 200 volunteers, we need more to make phone calls, we have an automated phone list system and any help is appreciated. 10, 25, or 50 calls per day will help get the vote out. Our campaign staff can be reached at 707-447-8567 and we are ready to put good hearted volunteers to work immediately!
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Posted by Jacob Roecker on July 3, 2009 under 9/12 Candidates |
Former Undersheriff Jay LaSuer has been a California Peace Officer for thirty-one years. Born January 24, 1940, in Hutchinson, Kansas, Jay grew up in San Diego and El Cajon. After graduating from El Cajon High School, Jay enlisted in the United States Army where he proudly served his country in the 101st Airborne Division. He was honorably discharged in 1961. Jay is married to his wife of forty-five years, Lynn. They have two daughters, and three grandchildren.
Jay joined the San Diego Police Department in 1961. In 1967 Jay resigned from the San Diego Police Department to attend San Diego State University. He received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Public Administration in 1969. Jay joined the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department in 1970. He advanced through the ranks of Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain and ultimately obtained the rank of Undersheriff. He served as the Undersheriff for four years until he retired in 1994. During his twenty-five year tenure with the Sheriff’s Department, Jay attended and graduated from the FBI National Academy.
In 1990, Jay successfully ran for the La Mesa City Council where he served for ten years subsequent to his election to the California State Assembly in 2000.
Jay honorably served six years in the California State Assembly representing the Seventy-Seventh Assembly District from 2000 to 2006. While serving the 77th District, Jay received many awards and recognitions:
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS:
- Legislator of the Year, Crime Victims United of California.
- Legislator of the Year, California State Sheriff’s Association.
- Legislator of the Year, Golden Badge Foundation, California Coalition of Law Enforcement Associations.
- Legislative Leadership Award, Los Angeles Deputy Sheriff’s Association.
- Legislator of the Year, California Association of Behavior Analysis.
- Assemblyman of the Year, California Rifle and Pistol Association.
- Samuel Adams Award for Outstanding Leadership, Local Government Council.
- Member of Distinction Award, Boy Scouts of America.
- Elected Official of the Year, California Independent Grocers & Convenience Stores.
- Golden Mouse Technology Hero Award, Technology Training Foundation of America.
- Legislator of the Year, San Diego County Republican Party.
- Legislator of the Year, California Off-Highway Motor Vehicles Recreation Program.
- Legislator of the Year, ABATE of California.
- Legislator of the Year, Associated Builders and Contractors.
Of all of the awards above, Jay is particularly proud of the Legislator of the Year award from the California State Sheriff’s Association.
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Posted by Jacob Roecker on May 30, 2009 under 9/12 Candidates |
Benjamin Paul Gifford was born in San Diego, California in February of 1977, the second of three boys: Matthew, Benjamin and Micah. The Gifford boys were raised in Lemon Grove, California near San Diego by their parents Dale and Marsha. Dale was and remains a Church of Christ minister, and Marsha assisted in making ends meet by arranging travel plans for Christian missionaries around the world.
In 1992 the Gifford family moved to Torrance, California where Ben’s father took on a new pastoral position with the Hermosa Beach Church of Christ. During these years Ben attended South Torrance High School where he was active as the captain of the football team, soccer team, baseball team, and involved with student government. Gifford’s accolades included Homecoming King, Athlete of the Year, and Class Vice-President. Ben graduated from South High in 1995 and gave the keynote speech at the graduation ceremony. Thereafter Ben attended the University of California at Berkeley on a baseball scholarship and earned his B.A. in American Studies in 2000.
Directly out of college and with a desire to serve his country, Ben joined the United States Marine Corps. He graduated Officer Candidate School in Quantico, Virginia on August 11, 2000 and was later commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant on December 15, 2000. Shortly after he finished the Basic School the Sept 11, 2001 terrorist attacks occured and Ben checked into his first duty station at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina joining up with 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division. As an infantry platoon commander Gifford led Marines into combat in both Iraq and Afghanistan. During Ben’s first tour in Iraq he served with Task Force Tarawa and saw significant combat in March of 2003 while serving in An Nasiriyah, Iraq. Gifford’s reputation within the Marine Corps as a reliable, sturdy, inspiring and steadfast officer during combat operations prompted his commanders to elevate his leadership role by giving him command of “Task Force Sledgehammer” in 2005. This task force was composed of 90 infantry Marines armed with Light Armored Vehicles and Heavy Gun Mounted Humvee’s. In total Gifford did three tours in support of the Global War on Terrorism earning two Combat Action Ribbons, two Navy Commendation Medals, an Iraq Campaign Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal and National Defense Medal.
Ben began his final tour with the Marine Corps in 2006 while with the School of Infantry at Camp Pendleton, California where he served as a company commander for entry level Marines. It was during this time that Ben’s younger brother Micah was killed in action near Baghdad, Iraq while serving with the 3-509th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the United States Army. Micah was 27 years old when he was killed on December 7, 2006.
After Micah’s death Ben decided he wanted to get involved in politics and make a difference in Washington. In 2008 Ben felt he had witnessed the nation turn its back on the conservative principles that so many had fought and shed blood for. The preservation of the Judeo-Christian principles in what he considered the greatest nation on earth and the deeply rooted optimism that great men like Ronald Reagan had ingrained in Ben at a young age were in need of a breath of fresh air; renewed conservative conviction- not fundamental change.
Ben was accepted to Pepperdine School of Law in March 2008 while still in the Marine Corps and was subsequently honorably discharged at the rank of Captain after 8 years of service on August 5, 2008. Ben will graduate from Pepperdine School of Law in May of 2011 and is emphasizing Constitutional Law under the guidance of great conservative thinkers like Dean Ken Starr and Professor Grant Nelson. Ben has also served as a research assistant to Adjunct Professor and renowned conservative mind, Bruce Herschensohn.
Ben is still madly in love with his wife Sara of 10 years and they have three children: Kaitlyn (6), Jonathan (4) and Madeline (-1 month). In his spare time Ben enjoys spending time with his family, surfing the beaches of Malibu, target shooting, and staying involved with the University Church of Christ at Pepperdine. Additionally, Ben is an avid San Diego Padres and California Golden Bears football fan. To become a member of the Gifford2012 team, please send your contact information to gifford2012@live.com and we will get back with you within 24 hours.
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Posted by Jacob Roecker on May 26, 2009 under E-Z News |
This is a not a political party movement. The 9-12 Project is designed to bring us all back to the place we were on September 12, 2001. The day after America was attacked we were not obsessed with Red States, Blue States or political parties. We were united as Americans, standing together to protect the greatest nation ever created.”
We need to unite on principles and values. We will always disagree on policies and candidates but it’s our principles and values that unite America. Our belief is that candidates running for political office that agree to these 9 principles and 12 values will by definition be better representatives of the U.S., their respective states and the citizens that elected them.
The 9 principles:
1. America Is Good.
2. I believe in God and He is the Center of my Life.
3. I must always try to be a more honest person than I was yesterday.
4. The family is sacred. My spouse and I are the ultimate authority, not the government.
5. If you break the law you pay the penalty. Justice is blind and no one is above it.
6. I have a right to life, liberty and pursuit of happiness, but there is no guarantee of equal results.
7. I work hard for what I have and I will share it with who I want to. Government cannot force me to be charitable.
8. It is not un-American for me to disagree with authority or to share my personal opinion.
9. The government works for me. I do not answer to them, they answer to me.
The 12 values:
1. Honesty
2. Reverence
3. Hope
4. Thrift
5. Humility
6. Charity
7. Sincerity
8. Moderation
9. Hard Work
10. Courage
11. Personal Responsibility
12. Gratitude
Posted by Jacob Roecker on under E-Z News |
Barry Goldwater – 1964 Republican Acceptance Speech
“The good Lord raised this mighty Republic to be a home for the brave and to flourish as the land of the free-not to stagnate in the swampland of collectivism, not to cringe before the bully of communism.
Now, my fellow Americans, the tide has been running against freedom. Our people have followed false prophets. We must, and we shall, return to proven ways– not because they are old, but because they are true. We must, and we shall, set the tide running again in the cause of freedom. And this party, with its every action, every word, every breath, and every heartbeat, has but a single resolve, and that is freedom – freedom made orderly for this nation by our constitutional government; freedom under a government limited by laws of nature and of nature’s God; freedom – balanced so that liberty lacking order will not become the slavery of the prison cell; balanced so that liberty lacking order will not become the license of the mob and of the jungle.
Now, we Americans understand freedom. We have earned it, we have lived for it, and we have died for it. This Nation and its people are freedom’s model in a searching world. We can be freedom’s missionaries in a doubting world. But, ladies and gentlemen, first we must renew freedom’s mission in our own hearts and in our own homes…Rather than useful jobs in our country, people have been offered bureaucratic “make work,” rather than moral leadership, they have been given bread and circuses, spectacles, and, yes, they have even been given scandals…Where examples of morality should be set, the opposite is seen. Small men, seeking great wealth or power, have too often and too long turned even the highest levels of public service into mere personal opportunity…Those who seek to live your lives for you, to take your liberties in return for relieving you of yours, those who elevate the state and downgrade the citizen must see ultimately a world in which earthly power can be substituted for divine will, and this Nation was founded upon the rejection of that notion and upon the acceptance of God as the author of freedom. Those who seek absolute power, even though they seek it to do what they regard as good, are simply demanding the right to enforce their own version of heaven on earth. And let me remind you, they are the very ones who always create the most hellish tyrannies. Absolute power does corrupt, and those who seek it must be suspect and must be opposed. Their mistaken course stems from false notions of equality, ladies and gentlemen. Equality, rightly understood, as our founding fathers understood it, leads to liberty and to the emancipation of creative differences. Wrongly understood, as it has been so tragically in our time, it leads first to conformity and then to despotism.”
Posted by Jacob Roecker on May 23, 2009 under E-Z News |
Posted by Jacob Roecker on May 8, 2009 under E-Z News |
