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Lt. Gov. Ron Ramsey visited the Tea Party Nation Convention on Saturday. 

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Many thanks to Bryan Baskin for his kind words. Bryan wrote us recently to make "The Case for Ron Ramsey": 

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Steve Gill hosted an exclusive town hall meeting focused on healthcare at the Union Station Hotel.  Hear the Lt. Governor's remarks from the forum here. 

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Many thanks to Brett Lashlee, originally of Camden, Tennessee, for his kind words below. I hope you'll join with Brett and endorse our campaign! 

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As the holiday season is getting into full swing, I hope you're enjoying time with family, friends, and those close to you.

Some recent news about Democrat spending has me worried. News that Democrats in Washington are mounting an effort to raise the US debt ceiling as much as $1.8 trillion dollars is especially troubling. Much of that debt is held by foreign countries, who the US is becoming more and more beholden to. 

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Many thanks to Don Strong of Crossville, who shared these kind words via the Endorse Ron feature of the website. 

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I want to take time today to remember the veterans who have served this country in uniform. These brave men and women have ensured our safety through generations by fighting wars abroad and protecting our borders at home. Its because of these dedicated people we live in the greatest country in the world. 

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I just spoke at the State Collaborative on Reforming Education (SCORE) press conference.  Everyone in the room was dedicated to achieving a world-class education for Tennessee students. 

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Frank Goodpasture III writes:

Ron Ramsey is from northeast Tennessee where Tennessee began. As Senator and Speaker of the Senate he knows the issues and concerns of the people from Mountain City to Memphis. His ability to clearly communicate with all social strata in the State and work the processes of government have well been demonstrated in his career in politics. No one else in the field has the innate and demonstrated abilities of Ron Ramsey. He is the obvious choice for the Republican nomination and for the next Governor.  

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I am very pleased to announce the appointment of Madison County Mayor Jimmy Harris to the Haywood Megasite Authority.  He has the perfect mix of business acumen and state and local government knowledge to guide economic development and bring jobs to West Tennessee.  Jimmy has owned and operated a variety of successful businesses in West Tennessee and has done an excellent job as County Mayor since coming into office in 2007.  He is a proven job creator.  

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Cody Swinford writes:

I noticed in the newsroom that Ron is a supporter of home schoolers and would appoint an advocate to the State Board of Education. My wife and I home school our two sons and find it a priviledge and a right. There are so many wonderful educational opportunities and experiences for all of our state's children. It sounds as if Ron is on the right track by opening many doors for all of Tennessee's students including home schoolers. Education is a foundation and stepping stone for the future of Tennessee and the United States of America. It looks as though Ron understands parents should have complete choice in their children's education whether it be public, private, Christian, Charter, or home school. Based on this knowledge, I wholeheartedly endorse Ron Ramsey as the next Governor for the State of Tennessee.- Home School Father 

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Lt. Governor Ron Ramsey won a straw poll conducted by the Davidson County Republican Party (DCRP) and the Davidson County Young Republicans (DCYR) during The Tennessee State Fair held September 11-20 in Nashville. 

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Derek Graham writes:

I endorse Ron because I have found him not only to be a down to earth man who is making a difference, but he also understands small business owners like myself who need to keep taxes low and keep the environment for business to be fruitful. I also found his current experience as Lt Governor to be a huge leap in the experience over the other candidates. He simply has experience, knows he people, knows the state and the office. Thats why Ron Ramsey has my vote.


Mark Vance writes:

I met Ron back in the 1980's while he and My brother Ken was working in real estate for Mike and Monty Nidiffer. I always have appreciated Ron's honesty and integrity in dealing with people. I have had the pleasure to watch him in action as our Senator, and now as our LT Governor while visiting legislative plaza and have been impressed how he can manage his time, but also take the time to meet with the local people from East Tennessee. Ron has not lost the ability to throw up his hand when seeing his friends or take a few minutes to listen to there concerns. I believe we need Ron as the next Governor of the great state of Tennessee, because he understands what it takes to make a living, how to raise children,operate his own business. We need a man like Ron in Nashville to turn this state around. I do not believe the other Republican or Democrat candidates have the experience and knowledge to turn this state back over to the people of the state. So this is why I want to endorse Ron Ramsey. 

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Since I first began my career in public service one thing has remained constant: I have fought every step of the way to make Tennessee’s economy the strongest it could be.  Job growth must be the top priority for state government.  As the owner of a small business, I know how difficult it is for startup and small businesses to operate in today’s economic environment. 

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September 11, 2001 – Where were you on that day?  Most of us remember exactly where we were and what we were doing on the day that terrorists struck at the very heart of America.  Today is a day to remember, a day to pray for the victims of that terrible day.  But it is also a day to give thanks.   

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Last night, the President spoke in very general terms about his vision of health care reform.  He would do well to look at Tennessee to find out how not to reform health care.  Those of us who live in Tennessee know that Tenn Care has not accomplished the goals of genuine health care reform.  In fact, it cost the state so much money that it almost bankrupted us. 

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In August, most students across the state began to return to the classroom.  Our school officials have much work to do to help our students improve in every aspect of their education.  Tennessee has for too long ranked near the bottom of all states in terms of results on standardized testing and in terms of the percentage of our students who graduate from high school.  

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Last night I had the opportunity to attend the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration in Shelbyville with my good friend Senator Jim Tracy. On display was Tennessee’s impressive history of agriculture and animal husbandry. Farmers and breeders need a Governor who understands their business and can help them by keeping taxes low and government out of their way. Growing up on a farm, I know the long hours and hard work it takes to be successful in agriculture. I also recognize the valuable resources provided by our farmers to our great state and country. 

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On Thursday I announced my appointees to the Judicial Nominating Commission.  While it may not be covered in detail by the newspapers, it is a major step forward for putting conservative judges on the State Supreme Court and Court of Appeals.  

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As I talk to people across Tennessee, one issue stands out. The people of Tennessee are committed to improving the educational opportunities for our young people.  Tennesseans have long recognized that the key to a successful life is a sound education.  I have worked tirelessly to help Tennessee fulfill the dream of every parent - to see their child educated and able to compete in an increasingly competitive world.  

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Thank you to all of our friends and supporters who packed the streets of downtown Blountville Thursday in front of the Sullivan County Courthouse. We had a great crowd that represented literally the entire state from Mountain City to Memphis and everywhere in between. I am honored to have had the chance to officially kick off my campaign for Governor of our great state in my hometown just a couple miles from where I grew up. 

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Yesterday, I was presented an award by DNA Saves, an organization devoted to increasing the use of DNA samples to fight crime for my leadership in passing the Johnia Berry Act of 2007. The act, named for a Johnson City native and ETSU graduate murdered in Knoxville, requires all individuals arrested for violent felonies to provide a DNA sample to the TBI. Furthermore, it was a great honor to be presented the award by John Walsh, host of "America's Most Wanted" and co-founder of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. 

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We've only a few hours to go before our midnight fundraising deadline and we are very close to achieving our goal.  

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Citizen Link reports that "Tennessee Ends Planned Parenthood Funding."  Kim Trobee writes "Tennessee lawmakers have decided about $1.1 million normally allocated for Planned Parenthood will now go to local health organizations."  According to the author, both houses of the Tennessee legislature overwhelmingly approved House Bill 1756, proposed by Lt. Governor Ron Ramsey and Senator Jack Johnson, which removes a clause in existing law naming Planned Parenthood as the primary provider of family-planning services in the state. 

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Gubernatorial Candidate Lieutenant Governor Ron Ramsey kicked off an aggressive fundraising campaign in East Tennessee on Monday with three fundraisers in the Tri-Cities area. 

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Lieutenant Governor Ron Ramsey attended Morgan County Republican Party Flag Day Dinner Friday night in Wartburg, TN. Over one hundred Morgan County Republicans met for the annual fundraiser in Wartburg Central High School's cafeteria. State Senator Ken Yager, whose district includes Morgan County, was also in attendance. 

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Lieutenant Governor Ramsey spent the afternoon of Tuesday, June 9th campaigning in West Tennessee. His first stop of the day was at the Milan Senior Citizens’ Center for a meet and greet hosted by the Gibson County Republican Party. 

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Sindy Ramsey, wife of Lt. Governor Ron Ramsey, recently sat down with the Green County Women’s club urging support for her husband’s gubernatorial campaign, highlighting his leadership and commitment to family values. 

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"Thank you to all who stayed up late with us last night." - Ron Ramsey 

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Lt. Governor Ron Ramsey announced that state lawmakers have passed a compromise measure today to tweak and temporarily extend the state's process for selecting judges, which had been set to phase out at the end of June. Lt. Governor Ramsey said no one is pleased with the bill the legislators passed, but it's better than nothing. Ramsey said "What we passed today at least keeps the system working. It's much, much better than what we had
in that it takes the special interests out of the judicial nominating commission.  

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The blog "View From the Cumberlands" follows up on Frank Cagle's piece from May 14th and reaches nearly the same conclusion. We encourage you to read his blog post and spread the word. 

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In recent weeks, Ramsey has been creating a lot of buzz and is coming on strong. Ramsey was expected to be handicapped by the ethics law that prevents him from raising money while the Legislature is in session. But being in session has also meant he is making news every week.

A recent private poll shows Ramsey with the highest statewide name recognition, not surprising since the other candidates have not ventured beyond home base during their careers. Ramsey has been stumping Lincoln Day dinners for years trying to elect Republican senators to take over and make him the Speaker-and he has succeeded.

 

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In 2006, the state witnessed a yearlong battle between the Judicial Selection Commission and Gov. Phil Bredesen over the selection of appellate judges, including state Supreme Court judges.

It culminated in a state Supreme Court ruling that the commission, created by the so-called Tennessee Plan, failed its duty to provide diversity in choices it sent to the governor.

The commission twice submitted a former Tennessee Democratic Party chairman after Bredesen made clear his wish to have qualified minority candidates on any slate he received. Bredesen said he was "taken aback by the game-playing" of a commission "trying to force people down my throat."

After watching this debacle, I resolved to fix the problem...

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The Tennessean today is running a story about my efforts to broaden TN GOP support across the state. You can find that story here.  

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This evening, I attended the Tennessee Development District Legislative Appreciation Dinner where they were very kind to honor me with their Legislator of the Year Award.

I am proud to have made it my priority in Nashville to make Tennessee the best place in the country to start or grow a business. Providing a good environment for business is the most important thing we can do to improve our state.

Across Tennessee, the regional Development District Associations are committed to improving the quality of life in their areas. Solving common problems regarding economic development and regional growth is a part of the mission, but their scope is much larger.

Their 40-year history is one of preparing and maintaining long-range plans, strategies and policies for regional development including transportation, water and wastewater infrastructure, water and air quality improvement, solid waste management and open space and recreation planning.

The Development Districts are valuable organizations of citizens who are dedicated to improving the daily life of Tennesseans today and tomorrow.

Sincerely, 

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As I traveled across the state over the weekend, I was struck by the questions, conversations and vibrant debate over how best to handle the reform of our judicial selection process. I am energized that so many people feel passionately about these needed reforms. As I've said before, doing nothing is not an option. 

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Please come out and join me and Sindy on the campaign trail this weekend. Tonight, we'll be at the World's Largest Fish Fry in Paris as well as the Maury County Lincoln Dinner. We also plan to attend the Cocke County Lincoln Dinner on Saturday evening. Hope to see you soon! 

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Yesterday morning I had the opportunity to pray and fellowship with leaders from all over our great state at the 35th Annual Tennessee Prayer Breakfast in Nashville. My thanks go out to the Citizen's Committee who arranged the Breakfast and to Alison Krauss for the inspiring songs of praise that we enjoyed. Olympic figure skating gold medalist and Tennessee resident, Scott Hamilton, was the keynote speaker and he challenged each of in attendance to decide "what kind of person we would be today". His challenge is something that our legislators and leaders need to ask themselves every day.

I am truly blessed to have the opportunity to serve Tennesseans as Lieutenant Governor and Speaker of the State Senate. It is my sincere hope to use every day to be the leader that the voters of the 2nd District and the members of the State Senate asked me to be. As Governor, you will be able to count on me every day to hold true to the conservative ideals that Tennesseans share. 

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Today, the House Judiciary Committee pushed through three proposals which would reform the process. They head now to the Senate, where I promise they will be considered thoughtfully by all members. 

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Jennifer Garrett Harville, from Morristown TN. writes:

I have known Ron Ramsey for thirty years. I watched him start and build a successful Real Estate & Auction Company. I witnessed him being a hands on father and loving husband. The first time he ran for State Representative he ran a true grassroots campaign. He spent countless hours knocking on doors listening to voters concerns and asking for each vote. Ron went to Nashville with the same commitment and maintained his conservative values. Although Ron has been successful in each of his campaigns and has certainly gained political power in Nashville he has remained the same great father, loving husband, friend and christian man he was when I met him thirty years ago. Ron has worked hard as both a State Representative and State Senator for all of the people in his district. As Lt. Governor Ron has shown his commitment to the whole state of Tennessee. Ron can relate to every person in this State not just the ones with deep pocket to fund his campaign. During this changing economy we need someone like Ron to bring the State of Tennessee through this recession and get us back on track. Even while exploring his race for the Governor's office Ron has gone back to his grassroots campaign style and is visiting every county in the State. He is one of us and he will be there for all of us. Good luck Ron and God Bless!

Chuck Grimes writes:

From the first day I met Ron, he has been a great friend - receptive, understanding, and concerned. In the three years I have known him, he has made me feel like family, as he does with anyone he meets. That's the kind of Governor I want - one who remembers that Tennessee is a family working for the best life possible. As a man who understands the importance of the hard worker and the creative entrepreneur, he can keep us on a track to weather the economic storm. He also knows that a strong citizenry is an educated one and will empower our teachers, students, and parents to always pursue excellence. Ron Ramsey is the right man at the right time!

Garry L. Thomas of Nashville says:

I met Ron Ramsey while serving an internship at the Senate in the office of Senator Rusty Crowe. I believe him to be a dedicated public servant and and an honorable man.

Steve Sandlin writes:

He is a man that means what he says and says what he means! He didn't fall into this job he has worked hard for it and I KNOW RON RAMSEY WILL BE A GREAT GOVERNOR!

Brent Roswall says:

To our next Governor Ron Ramsey. I appreciate your hard work and dedication to the State of Tennessee. Your moral values and strong business background is what Tennessee needs to move forward in this tough economic time. God bless to you and your awesome family

 

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Lt. Gov. Ramsey is busy working towards a solution to a pressing state judiciary problem: 

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I plan to post updates a few times each month, but If you have something you'd like to share with me or our campaign team just post it right here. Let's work to stay in close touch. This is your campaign. I want you engaged and will need your feedback. Let me hear from you.  

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I am a young east Tennessee Republican that believes in conservative principles and experience.  During these times, our state needs a leader that shares these values, and Lt. Gov. Ron Ramsey is the best choice.

 

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Ron's campaign for Governor is about the people of Tennessee. It's about you. We want to hear from you. We want to engage you in the process and encourage you to take an active role in our campaign.  

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Welcome to Ron's new blog. Our goal is to make this blog the place you'll find information about the campaign and opportunities to become active in his run for Governor. It will be our community hub and we hope you'll be a part of our team.  

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