I am addressing this post to my fellow citizens of MI-01, fellow activists across the country, and especially to Congressional Democrats and candidates currently serving in Congress. The word is out; Mike Allen at Politico.com had the story yesterday. This administration is going to push the Senate to pass a cap-and-trade... Read More »

Dr. Benishek expresses his sympathy for those in the southern part of Crawford County. Dr. Benishek issued a statement earlier tonight concerning the two fires that consumed thousands of acres of forest in southern  Crawford County and forced citizens to evacuate their homes. “My thoughts and prayers are with the many friends,... Read More »

We’ve been traveling this week. We’ve logged hundreds of miles and gone from town to town, meeting people of Main Street, America.  I’ve talked to them in coffee shops, private homes, businesses, Republican dinners and Tea Party events.  Everywhere I’ve gone, the people are speaking out and I am listening. I’ve been... Read More »

Leaving Behind 18 Years of Democratic Representation: Michigan’s 1st District This past weekend, Americans For Prosperity sponsored the “Defending the American Dream” Summit. Hearing Sarah Palin, the keynote speaker for Conservatism, was of course the highlight. It was a wonderful opportunity to be there, listen and participate... Read More »

“Well I’ve got news for career politicians: Northern Michigan knows the difference between a candidate that is looking to change Washington and a candidate that is looking to change their own fortunes. Enough is Enough.” Full Release here. ... Read More »

Today we learned that Rep. Bart Stupak announced his retirement. I wish him and his family all of the best. My intention when I got into this race was not to run AGAINST Bart Stupak, but to run FOR the people of the 1st District who feel that Washington is out of control because it is run by people who are out of touch. Washington... Read More »

From Fox News Stupak, who’s been in Congress for 18 years, will make the announcement at a 12:30 p.m. ET press conference in Marquette, Mich. Stupak was a lightning rod in the debate over abortion provisions contained in the health care feud. Abortion language in the House bill was deemed the Stupak amendment because it provided... Read More »

Little did they know, the doctors would be challenging those that voted for it. GOP doctors challenge Stupak, Dingell in U.S. House races Turns out Benishek, 57, is handy with more than a scalpel: He’s already attracted 22,792 followers on his Facebook page, where he explains, “If you feel powerless as you watch our government... Read More »

If you believe in personal responsibility and limited government, please support me in my effort to change the status quo in Washington and return responsible representation to the 1st District of Michigan. If you feel powerless as you watch our government take your hard earned money and spend it foolishly, choose me.... Read More »