Tommy Thompson and Tammy Baldwin have agreed to three televised debates prior to the Nov. 6 general election for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Herb Kohl.
Two debates will be in Milwaukee and one in Wausau:
- Sept. 28 in Milwaukee — Hosted by the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association;
- Oct. 18 in Wausau — Hosted by Wisconsin Public Television, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and Today's TMJ4;
- Oct. 26 in Milwaukee — Hosted by WISN's "UpFront with Mike Gousha" and Marquette University Law School.
"We need a new direction for our country, a direction that leaves our country in better shape for our children and grandchildren," said Thompson, the former governor and GOP nominee, in a press release Monday. "Voters deserve to hear my opponent defend the record $16 trillion in debt driven by out-of-control government spending."
Baldwin, a U.S. Representative, aims to keep the seat for the Democrats as the GOP tries to gain control of the Senate with an eye on repealing the Affordable Health Care Act. She agreed to three debates last month; Thompson confirmed Monday he would participate.
“We know how much Republicans like talking to an empty chair, but not us,” said John Kraus, communications director for the Baldwin campaign. “We are excited that Thompson has decided to follow Tammy’s lead and accept our debate challenge.”
Let Romney and Ryan deny it. We HAVE read the article all the way through and it was the Romney Campaign that has sent a mumbo-jumbo of non-denial denials.
Essentially these debates will mirror the Barrett v Walker recall debates. Tommy will offer specifics while former millionaire Tammy will push the false and ridiculous war against women and class warfare propaganda of her party, offering little else and definitely no specifics about her plan to fix the problems in Washington - because she doesn't have one! The only solutions being offered by the Democrats are to increase spending and raise taxes. And because they can't admit to this because it would spell the electoral suicide of their campaign, they attempt to hide behind the rhetoric of trashing their partisan opponents with lies. Hoffa is confident that the good people of Wisconsin will see through the smoke and mirrors the same way they did in the bogus recall election. Thompson for Senate 2012!!!
Stop hitting the bong! Did you even read the article? There are no "huge VA benefit cuts in the Romney/Ryan budget." The partisan biased hack piece in the NY Times today apparently did not look at the primary source document very closely, and neither did you. On page 107 of the Concurrent Resolution on the Budget – Fiscal Year 2013, it specifically addresses Function 700: Veterans Benefits and Services, and states: "The resolution calls for $134.6 billion in budget authority and $135.2 billion in outlays in fiscal year 2013. This is an increase of 5 percent from last year’s level. Discretionary spending is $61.3 billion in budget authority and $62.1 billion in outlays in fiscal year 2013. This resolution also provides for up to $54.5 billion in advance appropriations for medical care, consistent with the Veterans Health Care Budget and Reform Transparency Act of 2009. Mandatory spending in 2013 is $73.3 billion in budget authority and $73.2 billion in outlays. The 10-year totals for budget authority and outlays are $1.5 trillion and $1.5 trillion, respectively. This is in line with the President’s request." http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CRPT-112hrpt421/pdf/CRPT-112hrpt421.pdf As you can clearly see, the Romney/Ryan budget increases spending on VA benefits. Next time, you may want to try actually reading the primary source document yourself instead of being duped by third party partisan biased media hacks.
Thanks for sharing - Hoffa never even heard of this candidate before. While it appears that he has a great general message, his websites are a bit confusing and difficult to navigate, and appear to be very content free as far as specifics go. Big on acronyms, big on organic agriculture, short on substance.
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This is why we need Tommy Thompson in the US Senate.
http://www.canadafreepress.com/index.php/article/48634
But when you respond to Hoffa's rather bland critique with what is more a tirade than rant, you damage your candidate. Third party candidates face an uphill battle as it is, and they can't afford to have their supporters appear as unhinged as the established candidates can get away with. I agree with Hoffa. I found the website snazzy, and intriguing. His general message is good. It may even show him worthy of being part of the discussion. But by itself it is not enough. It was light on specifics, again something that a main stream candidate can get away with, but not a third party. More work needs to be done if he wants to be considered. You caused a man like Hoffa to pause and say "hmmmm". I would have taken that as a positive sign, not grounds for a rant.
Then again-maybe not! Asking such of one who expects less from a seasoned candidate who should GIVE MORE, may be far too much to expect! I agree your vote belongs ELSEWHERE!
You caused several us to pause and consider your candidate. No mean feat in this polarized society. Instead of seizing on that opportunity, you have chosen to deride us for not seeing the shining star and throwing ourselves at his feet. Are you looking for minds that you can sway to your candidates cause? Or are you seeking followers and worshipers, willing to follow your demi-god wherever his footsteps may fall? Your two posts mark you as the second. Interest and consideration of your candidate is apparently not enough. The fact that simply hearing his name and position did not cause me to have an epiphany moment, marks me in your mind as worthy of contempt, not recruitment. That part of you post did come through loud and clear. Fine. I will not be following you to Jonestown, and I certainly won't be drinking any of your Kool-Aid.
I applaud your knowledge of "double speak". I quote much of Orwell's work in my posts and tweets. I also maintain the connotation within my dialogue as well. I see you were once interested and now "dis"interested in me as a candidate. Which is understandable and openly accepted. Though, you neglect to realize that for a moment you were interested in an option other than the perceived "norm". If even for a moment you gained the clarity to even consider the thought of choosing for yourself, I have found victory in my efforts. You are obviously an intelligent person, one far beyond many I have had the opportunity to engage and would like for you to consider for another moment, if only for a moment "why is freedom restricted to that of a particular party choice?" At the end of the day this election is not about candidates nor is it about demi-god worship (though I thank you for the biblical reference to King Nimrod). It is simply about you as a voter receiving clear and unbiased information from all "media" sources. If this isn't happening you should strongly ask yourself "WHY NOT?". Terry Thank you for taking a moment to consider drinking the "Kool" as I wish it will "Aid" you in your future decisions. Embrace Dark Horse Politics.
I have to honestly say thank you for even considering to look at my website. I am sure you posses a multitude of responsibilities and I respect the notion of you critiquing my site and obviously NOT discounting my views. Though, I must assure you, if I were to lay out an entire 15 point plan on a website designed to get voters to ask the question "why not consider....." I am sure the feedback would be more along the lines of "his site is too wordy (if that is even possible) and full of overreaching ideas which are well explained, yet lack the finite concise points of a, all be it, premiere candidate." Yes, I received this quote in my earlier publishes of the site I developed. The beauty of choosing to be a candidate for such a prestigious office is: if considered by the people and provided an opportunity to openly express my views in greater detail, I would encourage people like you to honestly consider your options. In the end, opinions are nothing more than what they are. Options are only options if they are considered. Change is only made when the "FEW" act upon it. I merely want you to consider your options. If you like what you see once you read the "RED" and the "BLUE" side of my site I am sure pertinent questions will arise. If you would like to continue this conversation I can be reached at 414-YU-ALLEN that is 414-982-5536. Regards, Embrace Dark Horse Politics
Regardless, I REST MY CASE! @YUALLEN has spoken I BOW to him and worship thee! Oh snap! Wait, that is @Terry dream not my reality. INDEPENDENCE has PREVAILED AGAIN! THINK! ACT! STAND! DEMAND CHOICE! BE INDEPENDENT! It is sure worth the EFFORT! Toodles.........lmbbao
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http://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2012/09/will-this-video-sink-tommy-thompsons-wisconsin-senate-hopes/262887/ Lisa Mux. @Muxywithmoxie Seniors React to Tommy Thompson's Promise to Do Away with Medicare http://www.politiscoop.com/us-politics/wisconsin-politics/1538-seniors-react-to-tommy-thompson-s-promise-to-do-away-with-medicare.html via @PolitiScoop #wiunion #wipolitics
Baldwin - 0
That's because you didn't watch the debate - instead, you were watching Ed Schultz, Rachel Maddow, and Lawrence O'Donnell! Even the uber-liberal SanFrancisco Gate said this about Baldwin: "Baldwin, in contrast, has served seven relatively low-profile terms in the U.S. House." Confirming Tommy's charge that: "When you don't have a record, you attack the other person," the former Wisconsin governor said. "I get things done. I don't criticize the other side. I make sure things happen."" http://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Thompson-goes-after-Baldwin-in-Wis-Senate-debate-3901359.php Baldwin looked weak, incompetent, and in over her head! She's going DOWN!!! ROMNEY/RYAN/THOMPSON 2012!!!