I got an email from Issa today in which he said he’s voting against the (credit market stabilization) bill.  

This prevents any constituent from providing input to this historic piece of legislation; we are ignored.

There are things that need to be in that bill.  Aid to the little banks, aid to the almost foreclosed, and unemployment benefits for those who are currently or will be marooned in unemployment for the foreseeable future because on the fiscal trainwreck.

These times are closley reminiscent to those of 1932.  FDR came in after 12 years of Republican benign neglect and corruption and had to pull us out of the Great Depression.  The Republicans fought him every inch of the way, called him a socialist, and other names.  This included Social Security, the RFC (rescued banks), the WPA, CCC, soiul conservation REA, etc, etc.  Their grandchildren are now following in grandpa’s footsteps and fighting economic reform.  Must be a chromosomal thing!

Issa NOT!

John W.
Fallbrook

The Alliance for Retired Americans, representing more than three and one-half million retirees, older Americans, and community activists including more than 246,000 members in California, endorses the candidacy of Robert Hamilton for the 49th Congressional District.

In a letter signed by the President, the Secretary-Treasurer, and the Executive Director, the Alliance for Retired American s writes “Your positions demonstrate a strong commitment to improve the quality of life for older Americans. Your leadership on issues such as fighting Social Security privatization and strengthening the the Social Security and Medicare systems exhibits that commitment. In addition, our members can support your candidacy because of your belief in the need to provide affordable health care for older Americans, to create a Medicare drug program that benefits seniors, not insurance and drug companies, as well as the need for stronger retirement and pension security, and quality long term and nursing home care.”

“The Alliance for Retired Americans believes that your election to the House of Representatives will enhance the quality of life for Older Americans” it adds.

I contacted Darrell Issa’s Vista office in support of the revised bailout bill, and his District Director, Phil Pauli informed me that under no circumstances will Issa be supporting the bill.

 The disdain Phil Pauli had for anyone struggling financially was shocking.

 Just a few of his appalling comments below:

 ”Anyone losing a home shouldn’t have been given a loan in the first place.”

 ’It’s just too bad for the people losing their retirement funds in these unfortunate circumstances.”

 He made it very clear that he didn’t feel the community was struggling, and I should just donate at my church if I thought there were people needing help.

 All the best in the upcoming election,

Kerri Giard

Carlsbad, CA

The United Brotherhood of Carpenteres & Joiners of America endorsed the candidacy of Robert Hamilton for the California 49th Congressional district seat.

In this video clip from the Daily Show, Jon Stewart exposes the rank hypocrisy of Karl Rove and Bill O’Reilly as well as illustrating why Sarah Palin and her extreme agenda was chosen. Watch the clip and then make a contribution to Bob’s campaign!

Jon Elliott of Air America interviewed Robert Hamilton for his show broadcast on 7/30/2008.

Jon Elliott hosts “This is America” airing Monday through Friday 11 PM – 2 AM Eastern Time, (8-11 PM Pacific) nationwide on the Air America radio network and XM satellite radio.

Air America Radio – Channel 167

Listen to Part1  (10:30)

Listen to Part2  (9:16)

Washington, D.C.:

Veterans and Military Families for Progress (www.vmfp.org) enthusiastically and proudly endorses Robert Hamilton in the upcoming California Forty-ninth Congressional District election.  Founded in 2005, VMFP is dedicated to ensuring that the rights and needs of veterans, active-duty service members (including national guard and reservists), and their families are understood by the American public, endorsed by our elected officials, and protected by legislation, regulation, and public policy initiatives. 

Hamiton’s service to our country cannot be questioned. He was commissioned as a naval officer from the NROTC Program at UCLA, served aboard a destroyer during the Vietnam War, has two brothers who have served, and shares the values of our military forces.  Hamilton’s strong commitment to the issues that are critical to veterans, those serving now, and their families is unsurpassed. His public support for mandatory full funding of the Veterans Administration and his declared determination to provide for the establishment of a national veterans and military family policy give veterans and their families hope that at long last a congressman will vote in such a way as to keep faith with those who have served and sacrificed.   

Additionally, Hamilton’s decision to support the passage of a 21^st century GI bill, and his deep understanding of the need for providing and guaranteeing full health coverage for National Guard and Reserve personnel, demonstrate that he is a candidate who has the character and courage to do what is right for those in service to our country.  We feel that veterans, active duty, military families, and in fact, all people of the Forty-ninth District of California will be well-served with Robert Hamilton as their representative by ensuring that America remains strong in national defense and in fighting terrorism. 

Veterans and Military Families for Progress is a 501(c)(4) non-partisan, not-for-profit veterans organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. It is a 21^st Century organization made up of members located throughout the country, and from across the breadth of rank and military services, who served, are serving, or are family members of those who have heeded the call to serve their country in the U.S. military.

Robert J. Hamilton addressing an overflow crowd of supporters at June 8th barbecue fundraiser in the courtyard of hosts Cynthia and James Meketa’s home in Bonsall. 
The event was co-hosted by the Democratic Clubs of Fallbrook, Escondido, Carlsbad-Oceanside and SW Riverside County, along with the Progressive Democratic Club of North County.

Write up from the Village News, here.

Betty T. Yee, member of the California State Board of Equalization, endorses Robert Hamilton for the California 49th Congressional district seat. Ms. Yee, Vice Chairwoman of the Board, represents the First Equalization District and its 21 counties in northern and central California.  Ms. Yee served as Chairwoman of the Board from January 2007 to January 2008.  Ms. Yee has over 20 years of experience in public service, specializing in state and local finance.  Ms. Yee previously served as Chief Deputy Director for Budget with the California Department of Finance where she led the development of the Governor’s Budget, negotiations with the Legislature and key budget stakeholders, and fiscal analyses of legislation on behalf of the Administration. 

Throughout her career, Ms. Yee has been an advocate for underserved and underrepresented communities, including the Asian Pacific Islander American community where she secured state funding for projects in San Francisco, San Jose, Sacramento, and Los Angeles and ensured the establishment of the California Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander American Affairs.

Noted for her work on state and local finance issues, Ms. Yee received the 2002 Distinguished Service Award from the California State Association of Counties and an award of recognition from the California Assessors’ Association for her work in establishing the State-County Property Tax Administration Program.

Robert Hamilton, past president of the Fallbrook Democratic Club, is running for the 49th California Congressional District against Darrell Issa. At last month’s Fallbrook meeting, Bob gave an eloquent and passionate talk about the need to replace Issa, the goals he has set for his campaign, and his aims when in office. Watch Bob outlining his vision.