U.S. Rep. Doug Lamborn, R-Colorado Springs
The Pueblo District Attorney’s office has been appointed to investigate a formal complaint that a political ad by Congressman Doug Lamborn’s campaign broke the law when it criticized a bank co-founded by Lamborn’s political opponent.
That’s according to Lee Richards, spokeswoman for Colorado Springs District Attorney Dan May, of the 4th Judicial District.
Bill Thiebaut, the 10th Judicial District Attorney, was handed the case by the Colorado District Attorneys’ Council. That was after a formal written complaint was dropped off at May’s office.
May has endorsed Lamborn in the past, and so it would have been a conflict of interest for him to investigate the congressman’s campaign. So May handed the complaint to the Council, said Richards.
At the center of the complaint is Integrity Bank and Trust, which was co-founded by Robert Blaha, Lamborn’s opponent in the Republican primary for the 5th Congressional District. Lamborn’s campaign accused Integrity in a campaign ad of being below average, which the bank says is not true.
Businessman Robert Blaha, Lamborn's primary opponent
It’s not yet clear who wrote the complaint. Thiebaut’s office did not return phone calls for comment.
From the previous Gazette story:
At issue is whether Lamborn used falsehoods to undermine the bank. The ad, titled ‘Honor,’ alleges that Integrity Bank and Trust, which Blaha helped start, is “one of the worst in the region.” The campaign’s Website, www.theblaharecord.com, says the bank is “below average.”
But the Lamborn campaign’s basis for the claim, www.bankrate.com, said the bank ‘exhibited a generally satisfactory condition’ at the beginning of the year.
Colorado statutes make it illegal to spread false information about banks that undermines consumer confidence, and Integrity claims Lamborn’s commercial could hurt its reputation. Integrity sent Lamborn a letter that cited Colorado law and said the campaign has committed a misdemeanor, which is punishable by up to a year in jail and a $1,000 fine.
Lamborn spokeswoman Catherine Mortensen said in an email that the development is “a baseless charge going nowhere.”
Mortensen said the campaign has made it clear that “Honor” referred to Integrity’s past performance, but doesn’t include its current rating.
“This is not the first time Mr. Blaha has abused the process,” Mortensen wrote. “A similar, equally bogus allegation from Mr. Blaha was dismissed as groundless. This one will be, also.”
Blaha, however, noted that he was not the one who had made the allegation in the first place, and said he was not the one who had filed the complaint. Rather, it was Integrity that wrote to Lamborn’s campaign and said it was illegal to defame a bank.
“If the congressman has nothing to be concerned about, then he shouldn’t be overreacting to citizens executing their constitutional rights,” Blaha said. “The news that a special prosecutor has been appointed appears to be consistent with what the law says.”
Mortensen said Lamborn’s campaign has not been contacted by either District Attorneys Thiebaut or May.
Integrity’s attorney, Daniel Crabtree, declined to comment for this story.
Blaha is desperate.
Well. Nice to know Rights is still out there. As you may have noticed, Rights, I sold out and signed up for Facebook posting. Anyhow…
Its said most, indeed almost all, political candidates feel the need to tear down opponents instead of selling their own skills and wisdom. Both Mr Lamborn and Blaha have attacked the other guy with far more energy than presenting any specific, positive vision of their own.
Doug is toast!
I’m a newcomer to the area, and I was generally not impressed by Blaha’s early ad campaigns. However, I am disappointed that Lamborn can’t find anything good to say about his own record. Instead, he has to tear Blaha down in the most negative way. Why doesn’t Lamborn run some ads touting how righteous he was when he refused to attend the State of the Union Address. Maybe he’s afraid that his constituents expect better than this kind of pettiness.
Or when Lamborn refused to attend the Air Force graduation. He is incapable of engaging in dialogue. Period. And when he does engage, he apparently breaks the law. How funny would it be to see Doug go to jail? I do not think he would fare well.
A lot if intrigue with the Pueblo DA given the task to investigate the case. Probably has a lot of El Paso County Republicans gnashing their teeth.
REICHWHACKO!!!!!
Glad to see you out of the locked ward finally…..thought i saw ya doing the lithium shuffle downtown the other day…..that phrase “time served” does have a nice ring don’t it.
Yer next koolaid is on me.
oh yeah, Lamborn’s a greedy Koch ho who sold his soul to the oligarchs.
Boomer, did you ever get a job or are you still living off the tax payers?
You can’t just go criticizing a business like that and expect not to be challenged on the claims .. especially when it’s something like a bank, where a customer run on the bank could destroy it.
(Hi Rightswatcher! I’m enjoying your tax dollars! They bought me a nice kegerator and a fat bag of medical ganj. Yay for welfare living!)
LOL just kidding. Good to see you’re still around. Hope life is treating you well.
Not sure Cat is right with her response on this one, that of a “baseless charge.” First, and importantly, this appears to be a claim brought forth by a private citizen. Most likely someone from the bank. Second, the statute reads that a false claim that “impairs public confidence” in said bank is illegal. Calling an “average” bank one of the “worst in the region” should be troubling for Mr. Lamborn’s representation. This has merit, in my opinion. Especially given the broad interpretation one could take towards “impairs public confidence.”
Blaha is obviously an Obama Operative!
Doug Lamborn sponsored a total of 25 bills. Of those bills, 5 have come to a vote on the floor of the house or senate and 0 have become law. I would not call that effective representation, but he’s conservative so that’s all that matters, Right?
Dilliard, you nailed what my issue has been with Lamborn.
For the record, Mr. Lamborn is actually 0-40 when the lead sponsor on his legislation.
I love how Lamborn supporters freak out with FACTS! Lamborn broke the law and somehow Blaha is the bad guy??? Typical Lamborn fans….Blaha for congress. Enough of the corruption
Brian, that’s not my only issue with him, but I’m pleased as punch that he’s an ineffective representative. I really hope he’s re-elected and continues to fail, he’s very good at it.
hope he goes to jail!
Voting is an important part of the job. I agree.
But it is more important to have a representative who is a leader.
Mr. Lamborn strikes me as a good, honest guy, generally. He allows those around him to act unethically, which I hold against him. But overall, his personal character is acceptable.
What is not acceptable to me is that he runs from responsibility.
When I asked him to get personally involved in getting US POW Bowe Bergdahl back, he said that wasn’t his job, it was Obama’s responsibility.
And yet he claims to support the military.
Maybe he means that he supports the DOD contractors; I would rather that he support the troops, and the Constitution.
Hear, hear, Brian.
Maybe it’s appropriate to remind people that Joel Hefly referred to Lamborn’s earlier campaign tactics as sleazy. In fact, Hefly, theoutgoing republican rep at the time refused to endorse Lamborn. Apparently, he hasn’t changed.
What??? A campaign ad wasn’t true? OMG!!! That’s so unusual!!!
Seriously? Who listens to campaign ads anyhow? None of them are worth anything.
Joel Hefley was right – as usual – when he called Lamborn’s initial campaign sleazy and it has gone downhill from there. He doesn’t care who he tears down as long he retains his cush job and the perks that go with it.. I don’t know anything about Blaha other than what I have seen on his campaign ads but at this point I would vote for Ronald McDonald before Lamborn
I registered as a Republican for the first time in my life so I could vote for Blaha. Lamborn has been a complete embarrassment, has pandered to special interest groups while ignoring his constituents, and has been downright disrespectful. I don’t care who the President is, Lamborn was elected to represent us, and that includes going to the State of The Union Speech. I don’t have a lot of confidence that Blaha will do much better, but at least he isn’t as, “entrenched,” in special interests as Lamborn.
[...] The complaint she filed found its way to the Colorado District Attorneys Council, which then appointed Pueblo District Attorney Bill Thiebaut, of the 10th Judicial District, as a special prosecutor, to look into whether or not a political ad by Lamborn’s campaign had broken the law. [...]
Nicole; As a registered Republican since Dwighhts days, I too would vote for anyone other than Lanborn. In my opinion he has never represented the 5TH Dist, only himself. In the years sine Joel I have tried to get telephone calls, emails answeered by Lamborn or his Staff to no avail. Lamborn claims to have passed bills that when checked seems to be bogus claims. What has he done in office NADA.
Dillard, you are totally WRONG about the legislation Lamborn has introduced. He has introduced 62 bills, Four passed by “Simple resolution,” 49 have been referred to committee, 2 have been passed out of committee and are awaiting a vote before the entire House, and SEVEN have passed the House and are awaiting SENATE action (a reading). Lamborn has had more bills pass the House THAN ANY OTHER REPUBLICAN WHO TOOK OFFICE WHEN HE DID (2007) OR SINCE. (http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bills/browse#sponsor=412191)
Blaha thinks the number of bills a Congressman gets signed into law is somehow a measure of his/her “effectiveness” or “leadership.” WHAT BS. Those introduced by Republican Congressmen who were freshmen in the 110-112 (current) Congressional sessions? LOL By and large, they named USPS facilities! Yeah…FOR SURE a matter of national importance! (I posted the entire list here: http://www.csindy.com/coloradosprings/congressional-clatter/Content?oid=2480213, If Blaha thinks a bill he would introduce would get past Harry Reid, that says just one thing: Either it’s of the “name a post office” sort OR doesn’t reflect CONSERVATIVE principles. Now STOP LYING, Dillard..
From where did you get YOUR figures?
@ The 303 … Lamborn did not attend the USAFA graduation because he had a prior commitment: Delivering the commencement address to Wasson’s class of 2012. You see, 303, THEY (and their families) are HIS CONSTITUENTS. No one at the Academy questions Lamborn’s support of its mission or of the military.
@ Bill Carson You want a positive ad from Doug Lamborn? Go here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVCld15o4ks&feature=channel&list=UL
or here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVCld15o4ks&feature=channel&list=UL
@ Jeff Hefley’s “sleazy” comment was from 2006. You ARE aware, aren’t you, that Jeff Crank, Lamborn’s opponent, had been HEFLEY’S CHIEF OF STAFF and that Hefley (of course) had endorsed (although I imagine he viewed it as an anointing) Crank? (Gratuitous dig: Joel Hefley, imo, ranks near the top of the list of Congressional lightweights. We do have him to thank for getting the post office at 201 East Pikes named the “Winfield Scott Stratton Post Office,” though.)
I voted for Lamborn last time. This time I voted for Blaha. Lamborn is poor in that he doesn’t answer his constituent questions. I, along with several others have tried to get answers from Lamborn on several issues, and we were ignored. When the Smith-Amash Amendment came up, I called his office and asked him to support it. (This was the bill to amend/repeal the “indefinite detention” sections of the NDAA: Sections 1021-1022 of the NDAA.) His aide said that it did not pertain to Americans and she tried to quote me another part of the NDAA. I told her that I was aware of both parts, but that Sections 1021-1022 were dangerous provisions and that they needed to be amended/repealed. All she did was argue with me and I got the impression that Lamborn did not realize the danger in letting these sections stand. (He voted against the amendment, leaving those dangerous provision in place.) It took District Judge Katherine Forrest to declare those sections unconstitutional. And now why Lamborn did not see or chose not to see the danger in those sections is beyond me. I asked his aide why Lamborn and the House have not done anything to investigate Obama’s eligibility based on the evidence that he is using a dead man’s social security number, has used several names, displayed a forged birth certificate, etc., and her answer was that they just don’t think that Obama will be re-elected. Here we have a president who is a fraud, who has stolen another’s SSN, etc. and IS a criminal. (If any of us did what Obama has done, we would be in jail.) And here Lamborn and the rest of Congress just let Obama get away with it. While I don’t know what Blaha will or won’t do, I know what Lamborn HAS NOT done. Since he has proven himself to be a coward who goes along with the status quo rather than taking a stand for justice and who has breached his oath to uphold and defend the Constitution, I am willing to take my chances on another. If Blaha were to do no better, there are elections on down the road — that is, IF we have future elections. The way our country is going, we might not have another election.
Ineffective leadership has had enough time to be played out in our district and it’s time to get rid of this ineffective leader.
Blaha is not another political suit on the Hill and he doesn’t care about keeping the job forever, let’s face it – he’s not doing it for the money. He wants term limits, fair tax codes and establishment of accountible and more efficient government through internal quality improvement and strict external audit standards. Time has come for a change and I’ve voted for Blaha.
Don’t for a second think that Blaha is responsive. I posted the following comment on his Facebook page in April:
“Mr. Blaha, I read ALL of your “Key Positions” entries on your web site, and I saw NOTHING NEW. You wrote of introducing “a measure to limit members of the House of Representative to three two-year terms (a total of six years), and the Senate to two six-year terms (a total of twelve years).” (That is the only mention of legislation you would propose that I saw.) Are you unaware that such a proposal would (1) require amending the Constitution and (2) has already been proposed (introduced)? (See the Wikipedia entry, “Term Limits in the United States” (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Term_limits_in_the_United_States) Your positions are those of most conservatives/Republicans; what makes you think legislation aimed at achieving these conservative objectives (e.g., overhauling the tax code, attaining “energy independence,” reducing onerous regulations on business, getting the federal government out of education) hasn’t already been proposed/introduced by others? What bill(s) (be SPECIFIC/DETAILED, please) would you introduce that are different from those previously put forth? Thank you.”
Not only did I not get a response, I was also blocked/barred from posting further comments (as were two other people of whom I’m aware; God knows how many others he has blocked).
Joan= bitter
Hey, jessica? You HAVE been remembering to wear your “I Am Robert Blaha’s Biggest Fan” tee shirt as much as possible, haven’t you? Lamborn can’t buy advertising like that…
My shirt actually says, Robert Rocks! He didn’t buy it for me, I did! Jealous???
Personal attacks Rumple get you no where and really help your Lamborn horse in this race lose ground with every bile riddled attack you level. Your shirt must read “Lamborn at all costs”
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[...] at the bath water) potentially plays well in the 5th CD. And perhaps it overshadows the news that a special prosecutor was appointed this week to investigate a complaint that one of Lamborn's TV ads inaccurately [...]
Joan…..or is it Jarrod, you really have no clue what you are talking about. Everything you spout is a half truth- just like your boss.
Natalie…I am my own boss. (In Blaha nomenclature, that would translate to “business expert.”) I have nothing to gain when Lamborn wins, but I think CD-5 residents stand to lose should Blaha win the primary. Specify any “half-truth” I have posted and refute it.
Jarrod/ Joan-
HOW do we stand to ‘lose’ if Blaha gets elected??? He’s worked in the private sector for over 35years, has created jobs, been a republican since he could vote, is FOR term limits, knows what it’s like to have nothing handed to him, to work for everything he’s got. He’s raised 7kids All with or obtaining college degrees, has been married to the same woman 35 years, strong in his faith, a grandfather, someone who wants Nothing from Washington- only to SERVE those in Colorado District 5, and NOT be served. Has put his OWN money into this campaign so he owes No one – no Pacs, no corporations etc!!! Can speak with authority and passion and will NEVER run from a debate!
Are you that afraid of change? You tell me Joan/ Jarrod….is our Country in need of leaders or followers right now? Do we need more politicians or business men?
There is a rebuttle for everyone of your arguments against Robert on therealrobertblaha.com.
Oh and tell your people to stop tearing down Blaha’s signs- so unclassy- Blaha would Never approve of that kind of conduct.
Natalie…I have no idea who “Jarrod” is or why you refer to me as “Jarrod/Joan”; my name is Joan, okay?
“…worked in the private sector for over 35 years”? This is a selling point? MILLIONS have worked for 35 years (gosh, in the private sector, too!). “…created jobs”? Ditto; MILLIONS have. “…has been a republican since he could vote” Umm, so he says, but so what? I liked Reagan; he was a Democrat for years. As far as the “since he could vote” part, he sure seems NOT to have voted in several elections. “…FOR term limits” Again, so what? (1) We are stuck with them; I don’t foresee 290 Representatives voting in favor of them nor do I see a Constitutional Convention called to get term limits enacted via that route, and (2) term limits are not a pressing issue, not this year—not with a $17T deficit and the economy floundering. I’d rather see Blaha discuss his ideas about how to cut the deficit (not just its growth rate) and reform entitlement programs.
“…knows what it’s like to have nothing handed to him, to work for everything he’s got.” Wow, and here he mentions that his dad and grandfather were doctors. Miserly SOBs, eh? (And again, so what? MILLIONS of Americans are “self-made.”) “…He’s raised 7kids All with or obtaining college degrees, has been married to the same woman 35 years, strong in his faith, a grandfather…” All commendable, but I still don’t see anything I’d label “exceptional.” Has society reached the stage where merely doing what’s right warrants more than a “that’s nice”?
“…someone who wants Nothing from Washington…” I have my doubts about this. I watched (on YouTube) his presentation before a group at Republican HQ (at least that’s where I think it was). His focus? “Lean Six Sigma” and trying to convince the audience that this is what the federal government needs. WHAT A COINCIDENCE! “Teaching” (for a hefty fee, no doubt) LSS is EXACTLY what Blaha’s company, Human Capital Associates, does! Two points: I agree with Tad DeHaven of the CATO Institute that LSS is the “dumbest budget plan yet” (http://www.cato-at-liberty.org/the-dumbest-budget-plan-yet/), and a bill (H.R. 2188) was introduced by Tom Latham (R-IA) a year ago to require “government-wide” use of LSS. It has been “in committee” since 6/15/11 and has been given little chance of passing. Another Representative, David Schweikert [R-AZ], introduced a simple resolution last September, H.Res. 414, “Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Federal Government should incorporate the principles of the Lean Six Sigma management strategy.” It, too, is still “in committee.” (Information for both bills can be found at http://www.govtrack.us.)
“Has put his OWN money into this campaign so he owes No one…” Natalie, he HAS accepted campaign contributions from a lot of individuals (see http://query.nictusa.com/cgi-bin/com_ind/C00509737/). Interestingly, several donors (e.g., Timothy Jubach, Richard Murrow, David Silverstein, Mark Kiemele) are consultants, teaching—you guessed it—Lean Six Sigma. Imagine how they might benefit should LSS be mandated on all federal government agencies!
“Can speak with authority and passion…” Oh, I’ll grant you that. He’s glib; he BULLSHITS with authority. Did you catch his reply to a question about the SCOTUS’s Washington, D.C. v. Heller decision? Priceless! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s-gutODoLK4) No wonder the Pikes Peak Firearms Coalition endorsed Rep. Lamborn. How about Ralph Routon’s interview? Mr. Routon, after Blaha said that he could/would reach “across the aisle” to work with Democrats, asked him which Democrats he’d approach first. He couldn’t name a single one! (Routon—the COS Indy—didn’t endorse him, and they loathe Rep. Lamborn and his conservativism.)
“Are you that afraid of change?” Change for the sake of change is idiotic. Lamborn is a PROVEN conservative—the most conservative (declared so by the National Journal three years running, and given a 100%–perfect—rating by the American Conservative Union. Blaha? He is only a self-proclaimed conservative; he has never held elective office, so voters have no way to gauge just how conservative he is. (Oh, and could someone pass along the definition of “self-proclaimed” to Blaha? “Adjective: self-proclaimed 1. Proclaimed to be or described as such by oneself, without endorsement by others” (http://www.wordwebonline.com/en/SELFPROCLAIMED). You see, he sent out an e-mail the other day in which he referred to Rep. Lamborn as “the self-proclaimed “most conservative man in congress (sic),” yet it’s others who have bestowed that title on him.)
Blaha has presented no rebuttal –no answer—to my questioning his use—touting—of various titles (e.g., “Director,” “Chief Management Officer”)—titles that, in their traditional/accepted meanings, imply that the holder has certain duties, responsibilities (oversight, at a minimum), and ACCOUNTABILITY. Blaha, however, disavows any involvement in—indeed, even knowledge of, in some cases (Alpha Security Group, Tournament Gold/Attendeez)—the problems (e.g., tax liens, threatened AMEX delisting, turning a surplus into a deficit) that companies/organizations with which he’s held a titled position have encountered. “Expert” businessman? Hooey! (Lots of businesses encounter problems, but Blaha needs to either acknowledge his involvement/accountability or else stop touting the titles.)
“…tell your people…” Who are “my people”? If you are assuming I am in any way affiliated with Rep. Lamborn’s campaign, I assure you, I’m not. I certainly prefer him over Blaha and have posted comments on various forums to inform people of Blaha’s disingenuousness, hypocrisy, and ignorance about various matters, but that is the extent of my participation. “…to stop tearing down Blaha’s signs- so unclassy- Blaha would Never approve of that kind of conduct.” I know nothing about that, but I did drive past a row of Blaha signs near the I-25/N. Nevada underpass a few days ago; two or three were lying on the ground, perhaps blown over. (They appeared to be rather flimsy.) Perhaps they should be removed/relocated, lest someone’s tire be damaged. I am glad Blaha would disapprove of tearing down signs; I have no doubt Rep. Lamborn would, too.
[...] 12th, 2012, 10:01 pm · Post a Comment · posted by jschroyer After a legal complaint was filed against the campaign of U.S. Rep. Doug Lamborn, the case wound up at the doorstep of Pueblo District Attorney Bill Thiebaut, who was assigned to [...]
Preach it Natalie! Joan doesn’t know who she is anymore. She has been so intrenched in Lamborn’s campaign, spoon fed his lies, his hatred toward competition, his lack of leadership, the support of stealing, cheating and doing whatever it takes to get reelected. She has lost her own identity. Change is what we need…change is coming:) BLAHA FOR CONGRESS
Natalie…I have no idea who “Jarrod” is or why you refer to me as “Jarrod/Joan”; my name is Joan, okay?
“…worked in the private sector for over 35 years”? This is a selling point? MILLIONS have worked for 35 years (gosh, in the private sector, too!). “…created jobs”? Ditto; MILLIONS have. “…has been a republican since he could vote” Umm, so he says, but so what? I liked Reagan; he was a Democrat for years. As far as the “since he could vote” part, he sure seems NOT to have voted in several elections. “…FOR term limits” Again, so what? (1) We are stuck with them; I don’t foresee 290 Representatives voting in favor of them nor do I see a Constitutional Convention called to get term limits enacted via that route, and (2) term limits are not a pressing issue, not this year—not with a $17T deficit and the economy floundering. I’d rather see Blaha discuss his ideas about how to cut the deficit (not just its growth rate) and reform entitlement programs.
“…knows what it’s like to have nothing handed to him, to work for everything he’s got.” Wow, and here he mentions that his dad and grandfather were doctors. Miserly SOBs, eh? (And again, so what? MILLIONS of Americans are “self-made.”) “…He’s raised 7kids All with or obtaining college degrees, has been married to the same woman 35 years, strong in his faith, a grandfather…” All commendable, but I still don’t see anything I’d label “exceptional.” Has society reached the stage where merely doing what’s right warrants more than a “that’s nice”? (continued)
“…someone who wants Nothing from Washington…” I have my doubts about this. I watched (on YouTube) his presentation before a group at Republican HQ (at least that’s where I think it was). His focus? “Lean Six Sigma” and trying to convince the audience that this is what the federal government needs. WHAT A COINCIDENCE! “Teaching” (for a hefty fee, no doubt) LSS is EXACTLY what Blaha’s company, Human Capital Associates, does! Two points: I agree with Tad DeHaven of the CATO Institute that LSS is the “dumbest budget plan yet” (http://www.cato-at-liberty.org/the-dumbest-budget-plan-yet/), and a bill (H.R. 2188) was introduced by Tom Latham (R-IA) a year ago to require “government-wide” use of LSS. It has been “in committee” since 6/15/11 and has been given little chance of passing. Another Representative, David Schweikert [R-AZ], introduced a simple resolution last September, H.Res. 414, “Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Federal Government should incorporate the principles of the Lean Six Sigma management strategy.” It, too, is still “in committee.” (Information for both bills can be found at http://www.govtrack.us.)
“Has put his OWN money into this campaign so he owes No one…” Natalie, he HAS accepted campaign contributions from a lot of individuals (see http://query.nictusa.com/cgi-bin/com_ind/C00509737/). Interestingly, several donors (e.g., Timothy Jubach, Richard Murrow, David Silverstein, Mark Kiemele) are consultants, teaching—you guessed it—Lean Six Sigma. Imagine how they might benefit should LSS be mandated on all federal government agencies!
“…someone who wants Nothing from Washington…” I have my doubts about this. I watched (on YouTube) his presentation before a group at Republican HQ (at least that’s where I think it was). His focus? “Lean Six Sigma” and trying to convince the audience that this is what the federal government needs. WHAT A COINCIDENCE! “Teaching” (for a hefty fee, no doubt) LSS is EXACTLY what Blaha’s company, Human Capital Associates, does! Two points: I agree with Tad DeHaven of the CATO Institute that LSS is the “dumbest budget plan yet” (http://www.cato-at-liberty.org/the-dumbest-budget-plan-yet/), and a bill (H.R. 2188) was introduced by Tom Latham (R-IA) a year ago to require “government-wide” use of LSS. It has been “in committee” since 6/15/11 and has been given little chance of passing. Another Representative, David Schweikert [R-AZ], introduced a simple resolution last September, H.Res. 414, “Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Federal Government should incorporate the principles of the Lean Six Sigma management strategy.” It, too, is still “in committee.” (Information for both bills can be found at http://www.govtrack.us.)
Joan-
It comes to this- you said the economy is a pressing issue with a 17T deficit- what experience does Lamborn have with economics, business, etc? He has been a politician his WHOLE life- except for practicing law- unsuccessfully in his very early years. Why oh why would you continue on the same road when you see it’s leading to hell? The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over expecting a different result- are you insane? Are you that afraid to oh I don’t know Try something new??? I know you can ‘t vote against your boss- but at least- for a moment think about the future generations….we can’t leave them with the mess these politicians have created-vote them All out!!! You might not believe that term limits can be enacted but I unlike you – I have a hope, and I know the American people giving congress a 13% approval rate is our first step in cleaning house! Blaha doesn’t want to make politics his career- I know him- he loves America and he’s had enough of the politicans ruining our country….that’s why he’s running.
Well Blaha is better than Lamborn-
A few things that make them different- Lamborn promotes half truths and lies in his campaign, he wouldn’t go to see the president speak at the Air Force graduation, wouldn’t go to the State of the Union address to represent us, attacks activists who promote clean water, called the president a tar baby, has not passed a bill- 0 for 40, could be higher actually, won’t debate Blaha, won’t take down his commercials that were called out by multiple sources attacking a local bank’s status (illegal), Lamborn takes his wife on his business trips (not allowed), too cool to sit with his congregation at church cause he says it will take attention from GOD. Yawn—I’m getting tired of sharing these facts. If this isn’t enough then go ahead and continue to support him.
Blaha is new and is for term limits, meaning he doesn’t want a career of it but to help…unlike Lamborn.
Joan- no need to try and rebuttal, these are all known as facts to the 5th district
Natalie – you go girl. Joan, Jarrod, or Rumple….or whatever you want to call her/him/it – claims to have no horse or dog in this race. We all can see with her bile riddled hate and desperate far reaching reasearch to support any of Lamborn’s inflated flimsy claims against Blaha proves that there’s a lot more for it to lose in this election than what it’s letting on. Why else would she insist that Integrity Bank’s performance just stinks no matter which way you look at it….just as long as you look at her/his/its way. Very sad actually.
whatever
Gazette poll shows Blaha taking the election by a landslide. Lamborn’s under investigation and his team will get caught vandalizing Blaha signs – let’s just wait and see.
Vote against inefficiency and very questionable campaign ethics and vote for a new commer with guts, brains, proven negotiation skill and bold ideas who communicates them extremely well to everyone who will listen. The choice is easy for so many of us –
BLAHA for Congress.