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Indiana Gov. Holcomb talks Slovakia trip, Noel pardon
Any decision about whether or not to pardon former Clark County Sheriff and longtime Republican operative Jamey Noel of his crimes won’t come from the Holcomb administration, Gov. Eric Holcomb said Friday.
“I would just repeat what I’ve said — that never once did he utter one unethical word to me in that friendship,” Holcomb said. “… it will be a question for a successor.”
Earlier this week, Noel pleaded guilty to 27 felony charges as part of a massive, ongoing corruption case that could put Noel behind bars for more than a decade.
Noel led Holcomb’s campaign in 2016 and was part of his transition team.
He also served as chairman of Holcomb’s reelection bid and, prior to Holcomb, attended President Donald Trump’s inauguration in Washington, D.C. on a personal invitation from former Gov. Mike Pence, who was Trump’s vice president.
But Holcomb, speaking during a virtual Zoom press conference from Slovakia, said that the pardoning process would require a review of the conviction and sentencing. As of Friday, the judge assigned to the case hadn’t yet accepted Noel’s guilty plea nor had a sentencing hearing been scheduled.
“Per Indiana code, there’s a process — a pardoning process — that has to unfold or occur. And that includes, dependent on the actual sentence, a duration of time served and what the crime is, what the conviction actually is,” Holcomb said. “And so in this case, from what I’ve read before, this would be way after my term ends.
Takeaways from Slovakia
In contrast to other international trips, which seek to curate economic development relationships and business opportunities for the Hoosier State, Slovakia and Indiana has a three-decade long relationship centered around national security and defense capabilities.
“This hasn’t been centered on trade in Slovakia, it’s been centered on our partnership and those relationships which are of paramount importance,” Holcomb said.
After arriving in Slovakia earlier this week, Holcomb attended an event to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the 1944 Slovak National Uprising during World War II in Banska Bystrica.
Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico was critically injured in an assassination attempt in May but appeared to be “in remarkable shape” during a sit-down with Holcomb on Thursday after giving a nationally televised speech.
“That was quite a historic scene. But to be able to have conversations about where we’re going, about the different threats around the world — and Indiana’s role in it, Slovakia’s role in it, obviously — was an enormous source of pride,” Holcomb said.
The diplomacy fostered between the two governments has created opportunities, such as Indiana hosting Slovakian military members and Hoosier airmen delivering military aircraft.
The Slovakian celebration, commemorating freedom from Nazi Germany, reminded Indiana Adjutant Major General Dale Lyles of a Fourth of July holiday when America celebrates its independence.
“Slovakia is a very proud nation and there’s a lot of opportunities for American defense industry to partner with the European defense industry and we are forging ways to do that now,” Lyles said.
Despite having just 136 days left as governor, Holcomb insisted that his administration would continue “to keep up — not just the momentum, but the velocity.”
Especially in light of news of the continued money asks from the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, which he described as “a good problem to have” because it signaled growth and “bringing home the bacon.”
“We’re not going to be a lame duck. We’ve got 136 days, over 3,200 hours. We’re going to run through the tape and pass the baton off, hopefully operating at peak performance in terms of economic growth,” Holcomb said. “Because with that … it opens up a lot more choices in how you build community and how you are able to build up people, which is your most important asset.”
https://dailyjournal.net/2024/08/30/indiana-gov-holcomb-talks-slovakia-trip-noel-pardon/
Indiana Gov. Holcomb talks Slovakia trip, Noel pardon
Any decision about whether or not to pardon former Clark County Sheriff and longtime Republican operative Jamey Noel of his crimes won’t come from the Holcomb administration, Gov. Eric Holcomb said Friday.
“I would just repeat what I’ve said — that never once did he utter one unethical word to me in that friendship,” Holcomb said. “… it will be a question for a successor.”
Earlier this week, Noel pleaded guilty to 27 felony charges as part of a massive, ongoing corruption case that could put Noel behind bars for more than a decade.
Noel led Holcomb’s campaign in 2016 and was part of his transition team.
He also served as chairman of Holcomb’s reelection bid and, prior to Holcomb, attended President Donald Trump’s inauguration in Washington, D.C. on a personal invitation from former Gov. Mike Pence, who was Trump’s vice president.
But Holcomb, speaking during a virtual Zoom press conference from Slovakia, said that the pardoning process would require a review of the conviction and sentencing. As of Friday, the judge assigned to the case hadn’t yet accepted Noel’s guilty plea nor had a sentencing hearing been scheduled.
“Per Indiana code, there’s a process — a pardoning process — that has to unfold or occur. And that includes, dependent on the actual sentence, a duration of time served and what the crime is, what the conviction actually is,” Holcomb said. “And so in this case, from what I’ve read before, this would be way after my term ends.
Takeaways from Slovakia
In contrast to other international trips, which seek to curate economic development relationships and business opportunities for the Hoosier State, Slovakia and Indiana has a three-decade long relationship centered around national security and defense capabilities.
“This hasn’t been centered on trade in Slovakia, it’s been centered on our partnership and those relationships which are of paramount importance,” Holcomb said.
After arriving in Slovakia earlier this week, Holcomb attended an event to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the 1944 Slovak National Uprising during World War II in Banska Bystrica.
Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico was critically injured in an assassination attempt in May but appeared to be “in remarkable shape” during a sit-down with Holcomb on Thursday after giving a nationally televised speech.
“That was quite a historic scene. But to be able to have conversations about where we’re going, about the different threats around the world — and Indiana’s role in it, Slovakia’s role in it, obviously — was an enormous source of pride,” Holcomb said.
The diplomacy fostered between the two governments has created opportunities, such as Indiana hosting Slovakian military members and Hoosier airmen delivering military aircraft.
The Slovakian celebration, commemorating freedom from Nazi Germany, reminded Indiana Adjutant Major General Dale Lyles of a Fourth of July holiday when America celebrates its independence.
“Slovakia is a very proud nation and there’s a lot of opportunities for American defense industry to partner with the European defense industry and we are forging ways to do that now,” Lyles said.
Despite having just 136 days left as governor, Holcomb insisted that his administration would continue “to keep up — not just the momentum, but the velocity.”
Especially in light of news of the continued money asks from the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, which he described as “a good problem to have” because it signaled growth and “bringing home the bacon.”
“We’re not going to be a lame duck. We’ve got 136 days, over 3,200 hours. We’re going to run through the tape and pass the baton off, hopefully operating at peak performance in terms of economic growth,” Holcomb said. “Because with that … it opens up a lot more choices in how you build community and how you are able to build up people, which is your most important asset.”
https://dailyjournal.net/2024/08/30/indiana-gov-holcomb-talks-slovakia-trip-noel-pardon/
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Indiana election law requires the Governor and Lieutenant Governor of each political party to “run” as a pair. The voter may not “mix and match” and cross over political affiliation during the general elections. The Primary allows for more flexibility.
The political process is a learning process as anomalies continue to occur. Since 1996 the Indiana Governor was “selecting” their Lieutenant Governor; this year, the Delegates returned to “nominating” their Lieutenant Governor. Micah Beckwith was the nominee for Lieutenant Governor.
Keep exposing the truth. Keep exposing the political manipulation on both sides of the aisle.
The political process is a learning process as anomalies continue to occur. Since 1996 the Indiana Governor was “selecting” their Lieutenant Governor; this year, the Delegates returned to “nominating” their Lieutenant Governor. Micah Beckwith was the nominee for Lieutenant Governor.
Keep exposing the truth. Keep exposing the political manipulation on both sides of the aisle.
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Evansville Regional Economic Partnership Salary
How Much Does Evansville Regional Economic Partnership Pay
E-REP is a “private” organization that will not disclose the compensation of its employees or board of directors. This organization partners with our Government to provide economic development services. Let’s take a look at relevant data to determine the average income for E-REP members. WOW!
The estimated salary range of the Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry where Evansville Regional Economic Partnership is located is between $70,779 and $92,613, and its average salary is about $80,935. The company's revenue is less than $5M, and its salary level is estimated to be slightly lower than that of the same industry. In the long run, there is more room for growth, and more easily to joining this company. However, the potential for growth is huge. Individual salaries vary by job noscript, department, and location, as well as by the employee's level of education, certifications, and other skills. For example, a Community Engagement Specialist at Evansville Regional Economic Partnership is paid between $48,718 and $64,971 per year. Executives or management will also be paid more. There is also a huge difference in salary for each position. Get Pay Right and Achieve Pay Equity are critical to finding and retaining the right talent.
DISCLAIMER: The salary range presented here is an estimation that has been derived from our proprietary algorithm. It should be noted that this range does not originate from the company's factual payroll records or survey data.
https://www.salary.com/research/company/evansville-regional-economic-partnership-salary
How Much Does Evansville Regional Economic Partnership Pay
E-REP is a “private” organization that will not disclose the compensation of its employees or board of directors. This organization partners with our Government to provide economic development services. Let’s take a look at relevant data to determine the average income for E-REP members. WOW!
The estimated salary range of the Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry where Evansville Regional Economic Partnership is located is between $70,779 and $92,613, and its average salary is about $80,935. The company's revenue is less than $5M, and its salary level is estimated to be slightly lower than that of the same industry. In the long run, there is more room for growth, and more easily to joining this company. However, the potential for growth is huge. Individual salaries vary by job noscript, department, and location, as well as by the employee's level of education, certifications, and other skills. For example, a Community Engagement Specialist at Evansville Regional Economic Partnership is paid between $48,718 and $64,971 per year. Executives or management will also be paid more. There is also a huge difference in salary for each position. Get Pay Right and Achieve Pay Equity are critical to finding and retaining the right talent.
DISCLAIMER: The salary range presented here is an estimation that has been derived from our proprietary algorithm. It should be noted that this range does not originate from the company's factual payroll records or survey data.
https://www.salary.com/research/company/evansville-regional-economic-partnership-salary
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Bill Gates visits IU School of Medicine to learn about Alzheimer’s research
Bill Gates, the billionaire co-founder of Microsoft, visited the labs of the Indiana University School of Medicine this week to learn about the school’s research into Alzheimer’s disease.
Gates and representatives from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation attended this week's visit. Gates has previously made commitments to supporting Alzheimer’s research citing his own experience with his father.
Alzheimer’s is a fatal form of dementia that progressively deteriorates memory, language and thinking.
Across the country, the Alzheimer’s Association estimates some 7 million people suffer from the disease with that number expected to grow to 13 million by 2050.
African Americans and Hispanics are both almost twice as likely to have Alzheimer’s compared to white Americans - but are less likely to have a diagnosis of the condition.
Alzheimer's takes a big toll on Indiana residents too. According to the Alzheimer's Association, there are around 121,000 people aged 65 or older who have the disease, that's coupled with 216,000 people in the state who care for family members with the disease. This adds up to more than 22 million hours of uncompensated care worth north of $5 billion.
Tatiana Foroud, the executive associate dean for research at the IU School of Medicine and an Alzheimer’s researcher, said the school works collaboratively with drug manufacturer Eli Lilly, and Gates visited both places during the trip to Indianapolis.
“By coming to one city you were able to get this incredibly comprehensive approach to…what is the cutting edge going on in the space of Alzheimer’s disease,” she said.
Earlier this year, Eli Lilly received approval from the Food and Drug Administration for a drug that can moderately slow the progression of Alzheimer’s.
IU’s School of Medicine was one of the sites for clinical trials of the drug.
Foroud said during his visit, Gates asked questions about increasing access to the drug.
“Now that there are treatments, how do you make them equitable? How do you make sure everyone that is appropriate has access to that drug?” Foroud said.
More research still needs to be done. Foroud said the existing drugs work for patients with early stages of dementia but there isn’t treatment for people who are further along in the disease or as a preventative measure before someone starts showing symptoms.
Research into the disease at the School of Medicine received support as recently as 2023, when the school was awarded nearly $90 million by the National Institutes of Health.
Dr. Jay Hess, dean of the IU School of Medicine, said he’s hopeful the visit could help accelerate their work.
“That’s why we’re excited,” Hess said. “It was neat to meet Bill Gates but it’s more like this is really starting to build up momentum and I’m sure this won’t be the last people to visit the research team”.
https://www.wfyi.org/news/articles/bill-gates-visits-iu-school-of-medicine-to-learn-about-alzheimers-research
Bill Gates visits IU School of Medicine to learn about Alzheimer’s research
Bill Gates, the billionaire co-founder of Microsoft, visited the labs of the Indiana University School of Medicine this week to learn about the school’s research into Alzheimer’s disease.
Gates and representatives from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation attended this week's visit. Gates has previously made commitments to supporting Alzheimer’s research citing his own experience with his father.
Alzheimer’s is a fatal form of dementia that progressively deteriorates memory, language and thinking.
Across the country, the Alzheimer’s Association estimates some 7 million people suffer from the disease with that number expected to grow to 13 million by 2050.
African Americans and Hispanics are both almost twice as likely to have Alzheimer’s compared to white Americans - but are less likely to have a diagnosis of the condition.
Alzheimer's takes a big toll on Indiana residents too. According to the Alzheimer's Association, there are around 121,000 people aged 65 or older who have the disease, that's coupled with 216,000 people in the state who care for family members with the disease. This adds up to more than 22 million hours of uncompensated care worth north of $5 billion.
Tatiana Foroud, the executive associate dean for research at the IU School of Medicine and an Alzheimer’s researcher, said the school works collaboratively with drug manufacturer Eli Lilly, and Gates visited both places during the trip to Indianapolis.
“By coming to one city you were able to get this incredibly comprehensive approach to…what is the cutting edge going on in the space of Alzheimer’s disease,” she said.
Earlier this year, Eli Lilly received approval from the Food and Drug Administration for a drug that can moderately slow the progression of Alzheimer’s.
IU’s School of Medicine was one of the sites for clinical trials of the drug.
Foroud said during his visit, Gates asked questions about increasing access to the drug.
“Now that there are treatments, how do you make them equitable? How do you make sure everyone that is appropriate has access to that drug?” Foroud said.
More research still needs to be done. Foroud said the existing drugs work for patients with early stages of dementia but there isn’t treatment for people who are further along in the disease or as a preventative measure before someone starts showing symptoms.
Research into the disease at the School of Medicine received support as recently as 2023, when the school was awarded nearly $90 million by the National Institutes of Health.
Dr. Jay Hess, dean of the IU School of Medicine, said he’s hopeful the visit could help accelerate their work.
“That’s why we’re excited,” Hess said. “It was neat to meet Bill Gates but it’s more like this is really starting to build up momentum and I’m sure this won’t be the last people to visit the research team”.
https://www.wfyi.org/news/articles/bill-gates-visits-iu-school-of-medicine-to-learn-about-alzheimers-research
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Indiana virtual school leaders say demand has driven enrollment wave
Virtual schooling has exploded across Indiana in recent years. This year, thousands of new students across the state will log on to their computers and complete their coursework online.
Jamey Callane is the executive director of Indiana Gateway Digital Academy, a public, online-only academy that partners with Clarksville Community Schools. The INGDA mostly serves students across Indiana, but does serve some students in surrounding states as well.
Callane said it’s clear that online school is in high demand in Indiana.
“The public feeling toward online school changed,” he said. “It has become more mainstream.”
Clarksville enrolled an additional 2,685 students between the 2022 and 2023 school years, according to an Indiana University study. Union School Corporation, which partners with Indiana Digital Learning School and provides multiple online learning options, saw an increase of 900 students during the same period.
The district with the third-highest growth, Brownsburg Community School Corporation, only grew by 373 students.
The study credits Clarksville and Union's growth to the districts' partnerships with online schools.
Callane said INGDA enrolled about 2,268 students in 2021. He expects that number to more than double this year after the enrollment period ends on Sept. 30. He added that the school is inching closer to its enrollment cap of 6,500 students.
INGDA is one of five tuition-free public online school options in Indiana under the umbrella of an education company called Stride. Adam Hawf, Stride’s superintendent of schools, said there are many reasons he believes more students are enrolling in Stride’s online schools.
“I think part of what we're seeing now is that people who were exposed to online learning through circumstance of the pandemic,” he said. “They went back into traditional brick and mortar modality, and they realized that there were parts of the online learning experience that they preferred. It might be the scheduling flexibility. It might be having access to, you know, be able to move more at your own pace. It could be, for the family, having geographic flexibility.”
COLBERT COMMENT: Parents will be able to monitor the online lessons; which is a benefit. Activist teachers will no longer be able to indoctrinate. Parents will be the watchdog over the online education. The State teachers Union will be against this teaching opportunity.
https://www.wvpe.org/indiana-news/2024-08-27/indiana-virtual-school-leaders-say-demand-has-driven-enrollment-wave
Virtual schooling has exploded across Indiana in recent years. This year, thousands of new students across the state will log on to their computers and complete their coursework online.
Jamey Callane is the executive director of Indiana Gateway Digital Academy, a public, online-only academy that partners with Clarksville Community Schools. The INGDA mostly serves students across Indiana, but does serve some students in surrounding states as well.
Callane said it’s clear that online school is in high demand in Indiana.
“The public feeling toward online school changed,” he said. “It has become more mainstream.”
Clarksville enrolled an additional 2,685 students between the 2022 and 2023 school years, according to an Indiana University study. Union School Corporation, which partners with Indiana Digital Learning School and provides multiple online learning options, saw an increase of 900 students during the same period.
The district with the third-highest growth, Brownsburg Community School Corporation, only grew by 373 students.
The study credits Clarksville and Union's growth to the districts' partnerships with online schools.
Callane said INGDA enrolled about 2,268 students in 2021. He expects that number to more than double this year after the enrollment period ends on Sept. 30. He added that the school is inching closer to its enrollment cap of 6,500 students.
INGDA is one of five tuition-free public online school options in Indiana under the umbrella of an education company called Stride. Adam Hawf, Stride’s superintendent of schools, said there are many reasons he believes more students are enrolling in Stride’s online schools.
“I think part of what we're seeing now is that people who were exposed to online learning through circumstance of the pandemic,” he said. “They went back into traditional brick and mortar modality, and they realized that there were parts of the online learning experience that they preferred. It might be the scheduling flexibility. It might be having access to, you know, be able to move more at your own pace. It could be, for the family, having geographic flexibility.”
COLBERT COMMENT: Parents will be able to monitor the online lessons; which is a benefit. Activist teachers will no longer be able to indoctrinate. Parents will be the watchdog over the online education. The State teachers Union will be against this teaching opportunity.
https://www.wvpe.org/indiana-news/2024-08-27/indiana-virtual-school-leaders-say-demand-has-driven-enrollment-wave
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Video 8/31/2024 Mark Messmer stated publicly he does not receive IAPAC financial support. 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻
https://rumble.com/v5d6jnh-mark-messmer-addresses-the-2nd-amendment-group-in-evansville-indiana-august.html
Mark Messmer discusses his political ideologies. He was questioned concerning campaign contributions and support of AIPAC lobbying. He responded by saying he received no financial support from AIPAC. His wife took a picture of me after the question was asked of Messmer.
Attached is a May 2024 USA Story: 👇🏻👇🏻
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/05/02/what-is-aipac-meaning/73542842007/
AIPAC Website 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻
https://www.aipac.org/
The detail of the AIPAC endorsement of Mark Messmer is available on Telegram: Colbertreport.
What is AIPAC? How the group uses funding to support the Israel-US relationship
The American Israel Public Affairs Committee, or AIPAC, has moved further into public discourse as the Israel-Hamas war enters its eighth month. AIPAC, whose website lists its core mission as "building bipartisan support for the U.S.-Israel Relationship," is the best-known contingent of PACS and lobbying groups dedicated to maintaining a positive relationship between the United States and Israel.
AIPAC platform includes "supporting security assistance to Israel," "promoting peace," and "countering Iran's aggression and nuclear weapons quest." AIPAC is also known for sponsoring travel of US politicians and aides to Israel.
True to its mission, AIPAC has built strong friendships on both sides of the aisle.
Even politicians who clash with each other on issues such as the January 6 insurrection or the existence of climate change find common ground in their support for the group. AIPAC-backed politicians include Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana), House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-Louisiana), House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-New York), and House Minority Whip Katherine Clark (D-Massachusetts).
AIPAC is a pro-Israel lobbying group that advocates its policies to the legislative and executive branches of the United States.[4]
One of several pro-Israel lobbying organizations in the country,[5] it has been called one of the most powerful lobbying groups there.[6]
Here are two known Indiana candidates that are supported by American Israel Public Affairs Committee: MARK MESSMER, ERIN HOUCHIN
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https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/05/02/what-is-aipac-meaning/73542842007/
https://www.aipac.org
https://news.1rj.ru/str/ColbertReport/6190
Video 8/31/2024 Mark Messmer stated publicly he does not receive IAPAC financial support. 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻
https://rumble.com/v5d6jnh-mark-messmer-addresses-the-2nd-amendment-group-in-evansville-indiana-august.html
Mark Messmer discusses his political ideologies. He was questioned concerning campaign contributions and support of AIPAC lobbying. He responded by saying he received no financial support from AIPAC. His wife took a picture of me after the question was asked of Messmer.
Attached is a May 2024 USA Story: 👇🏻👇🏻
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/05/02/what-is-aipac-meaning/73542842007/
AIPAC Website 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻
https://www.aipac.org/
The detail of the AIPAC endorsement of Mark Messmer is available on Telegram: Colbertreport.
What is AIPAC? How the group uses funding to support the Israel-US relationship
The American Israel Public Affairs Committee, or AIPAC, has moved further into public discourse as the Israel-Hamas war enters its eighth month. AIPAC, whose website lists its core mission as "building bipartisan support for the U.S.-Israel Relationship," is the best-known contingent of PACS and lobbying groups dedicated to maintaining a positive relationship between the United States and Israel.
AIPAC platform includes "supporting security assistance to Israel," "promoting peace," and "countering Iran's aggression and nuclear weapons quest." AIPAC is also known for sponsoring travel of US politicians and aides to Israel.
True to its mission, AIPAC has built strong friendships on both sides of the aisle.
Even politicians who clash with each other on issues such as the January 6 insurrection or the existence of climate change find common ground in their support for the group. AIPAC-backed politicians include Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana), House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-Louisiana), House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-New York), and House Minority Whip Katherine Clark (D-Massachusetts).
AIPAC is a pro-Israel lobbying group that advocates its policies to the legislative and executive branches of the United States.[4]
One of several pro-Israel lobbying organizations in the country,[5] it has been called one of the most powerful lobbying groups there.[6]
Here are two known Indiana candidates that are supported by American Israel Public Affairs Committee: MARK MESSMER, ERIN HOUCHIN
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https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/05/02/what-is-aipac-meaning/73542842007/
https://www.aipac.org
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US rep Thomas Massie: Every Republican in Congress has an AIPAC babysitter
"They don't want one horse out of the barn. If one person starts speaking the truth, they're afraid it might be contagious," he said.
US Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky, one of the few Republicans who has been openly critical of AIPAC, has said that every Republican in Congress has an AIPAC babysitter.
The congressman was speaking with former Fox News host Tucker Carlson for an episode of his podcast earlier this month, when he made the statement about the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, which has been coming under increasing scrutiny for its influence over US elections.
"Everybody but me has an AIPAC person. It's like your babysitter, your AIPAC babysitter, who's always talking to you for AIPAC," Massie said on the right-wing news host's show. He added that these "babysitters" tend to be from the representative's district, but they're firmly part of AIPAC.
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"When they come to DC, you have to go to lunch with them, and they've got your cell number and you have conversations with them," he said, adding that it's like having a buddy system from another country, and he's one of the few lawmakers that hasn't taken part in it.
In the case of Massie, who won his last congressional race in May by over 75 percent, it is a testament to his popularity in his district, but also what he believes is AIPAC's delay in getting involved in his races, spending around $400,000 in the latest contest. He told Carlson that the lobby group continues to run ads against him, which he assumes is because they're worried he'll run for a statewide position, such as senator or governor.
Though it might seem unusual for AIPAC to put so much effort into individual candidates, Massie sees it as an investment to ensure no one in Congress votes against their agenda, complete and unconditional support for Israel.
"They don't want one horse out of the barn. If one person starts speaking the truth, they're afraid it might be contagious," he said. "It starts raising questions, and I think that's why they get mad."
In the interview, he questioned why the lobby group or their representatives aren't required to register as foreign agents, which would be the case for those advocating on behalf of all other countries.
"There's this foreign interest group called AIPAC that's got the ear of this current speaker, and demanded 16 votes in April on Israel or the Middle East. We haven't had 16 votes in April on the United States in Congress," he said, after discussing why he found some of the recent bills problematic, including one on the definition of antisemitism related to criticism of Israel.
This concern runs counter to the positions of most of his Republican colleagues, many of whom connect their support of Israel to their Christian (primarily evangelical protestant) faith and that of their constituents. Even many centrist supporters of Israel have raised concerns over right-wing evangelical support for Israel, which ultimately aims for the destruction of Jews in Israel for the second coming of Christ.
Much of AIPAC's lobbying, he told Carlson, is done through evangelical churches, leading many in his state of Kentucky to believe that support of Israel's military is part of a grassroots movement. He sees the lobby group as representing a corporate faction, referring to US weapons manufacturers, which he suggested could make AIPAC more extreme than Israel itself when it comes to advocating for wars.
"They do it through evangelical churches," he said. "People think it's a grassroots movement in Kentucky. It's actually a top-down movement from AIPAC, so that people who aren't even Jewish will feel like they've got to support Israel no matter what."
https://www.newarab.com/news/massie-every-republican-congress-has-aipac-babysitter
"They don't want one horse out of the barn. If one person starts speaking the truth, they're afraid it might be contagious," he said.
US Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky, one of the few Republicans who has been openly critical of AIPAC, has said that every Republican in Congress has an AIPAC babysitter.
The congressman was speaking with former Fox News host Tucker Carlson for an episode of his podcast earlier this month, when he made the statement about the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, which has been coming under increasing scrutiny for its influence over US elections.
"Everybody but me has an AIPAC person. It's like your babysitter, your AIPAC babysitter, who's always talking to you for AIPAC," Massie said on the right-wing news host's show. He added that these "babysitters" tend to be from the representative's district, but they're firmly part of AIPAC.
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"When they come to DC, you have to go to lunch with them, and they've got your cell number and you have conversations with them," he said, adding that it's like having a buddy system from another country, and he's one of the few lawmakers that hasn't taken part in it.
In the case of Massie, who won his last congressional race in May by over 75 percent, it is a testament to his popularity in his district, but also what he believes is AIPAC's delay in getting involved in his races, spending around $400,000 in the latest contest. He told Carlson that the lobby group continues to run ads against him, which he assumes is because they're worried he'll run for a statewide position, such as senator or governor.
Though it might seem unusual for AIPAC to put so much effort into individual candidates, Massie sees it as an investment to ensure no one in Congress votes against their agenda, complete and unconditional support for Israel.
"They don't want one horse out of the barn. If one person starts speaking the truth, they're afraid it might be contagious," he said. "It starts raising questions, and I think that's why they get mad."
In the interview, he questioned why the lobby group or their representatives aren't required to register as foreign agents, which would be the case for those advocating on behalf of all other countries.
"There's this foreign interest group called AIPAC that's got the ear of this current speaker, and demanded 16 votes in April on Israel or the Middle East. We haven't had 16 votes in April on the United States in Congress," he said, after discussing why he found some of the recent bills problematic, including one on the definition of antisemitism related to criticism of Israel.
This concern runs counter to the positions of most of his Republican colleagues, many of whom connect their support of Israel to their Christian (primarily evangelical protestant) faith and that of their constituents. Even many centrist supporters of Israel have raised concerns over right-wing evangelical support for Israel, which ultimately aims for the destruction of Jews in Israel for the second coming of Christ.
Much of AIPAC's lobbying, he told Carlson, is done through evangelical churches, leading many in his state of Kentucky to believe that support of Israel's military is part of a grassroots movement. He sees the lobby group as representing a corporate faction, referring to US weapons manufacturers, which he suggested could make AIPAC more extreme than Israel itself when it comes to advocating for wars.
"They do it through evangelical churches," he said. "People think it's a grassroots movement in Kentucky. It's actually a top-down movement from AIPAC, so that people who aren't even Jewish will feel like they've got to support Israel no matter what."
https://www.newarab.com/news/massie-every-republican-congress-has-aipac-babysitter
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Catholic Charities in Ft. Wayne and Indianapolis have partnered with the Federal Government to coordinate the sponsorship of illegals in our State. In Evansville, the organization is “God is Good” Foundation on Barker Avenue. These “religious” organizations are utilizing Federal and State funds to appease to the illegal immigration agenda.
Catholic Charities is another terrorist arm of the government.
According the Catholic Charities, State Department's "WELCOME CORE" Program Advances to “Stage 2”! Non citizens can now sponsor 🔥FRIENDS and FAMILIES🔥too.
The Biden Administration, using the US State Department has joined forces with religious NGOs to execute an invasion of our country by criminal aliens.
By redefining what it means to
Be a refugee they have opened the country to the entire world. Including our enemies.
This dangerous partnership allows green card holders (non citizens) to sponsor their friends and family, further exacerbating the threat to our nation's security.
It's time to stand up and demand answers from our government officials! Share this post to spread the word and expose the truth behind the State Department's dangerous agenda.
Together, we can protect our country from this invasion and ensure the safety of our communities! 🇺🇸
Catholic Charities in Ft. Wayne and Indianapolis have partnered with the Federal Government to coordinate the sponsorship of illegals in our State. In Evansville, the organization is “God is Good” Foundation on Barker Avenue. These “religious” organizations are utilizing Federal and State funds to appease to the illegal immigration agenda.
Catholic Charities is another terrorist arm of the government.
According the Catholic Charities, State Department's "WELCOME CORE" Program Advances to “Stage 2”! Non citizens can now sponsor 🔥FRIENDS and FAMILIES🔥too.
The Biden Administration, using the US State Department has joined forces with religious NGOs to execute an invasion of our country by criminal aliens.
By redefining what it means to
Be a refugee they have opened the country to the entire world. Including our enemies.
This dangerous partnership allows green card holders (non citizens) to sponsor their friends and family, further exacerbating the threat to our nation's security.
It's time to stand up and demand answers from our government officials! Share this post to spread the word and expose the truth behind the State Department's dangerous agenda.
Together, we can protect our country from this invasion and ensure the safety of our communities! 🇺🇸
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VOTER LEGISLATION
2024 Proposed legislation SB 283 by Senator Andrea Huntley (D). There currently is no other sponsors of this legislation. It will be monitored closely.
First Reading- Committee on Elections in January 2024.
It automatically enrolls the driver as a voter!!! Warning. This legislation is wrought with the concern of non-citizens enrolling to vote or allowing for ballot harvesting if the driver does not vote. WARNING ⚠️ Where’s Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales to block this legislation? This is not in Hoosiers best interest. Why is Senator Huntley proposing such a bill? Who is she working for?
Here’s the proposed legislation.
Voting. Provides that an application to obtain or renew a motor vehicle driver's license or permit or an identification card serves as a voter registration application unless the applicant expressly declines on the application to register to vote. Provides that a voter becomes registered to vote when the county voter registration office determines the voter appears to be eligible to vote at the address on the voter's voter registration application. Permits a voter who is qualified to vote in person to vote by absentee ballot. Removes all other qualifications for a voter to vote by absentee ballot except for a voter with disabilities who is unable to make a voting mark on the ballot or sign the absentee ballot secrecy envelope. (Such a voter with a disability is currently required to vote before an absentee voter board.) Provides that an elderly voter or a voter with disabilities may apply for permanent absentee voter status. Provides that absentee ballots would be sent automatically to voters who have permanent absentee voter status. Makes conforming changes.
VOTER LEGISLATION
2024 Proposed legislation SB 283 by Senator Andrea Huntley (D). There currently is no other sponsors of this legislation. It will be monitored closely.
First Reading- Committee on Elections in January 2024.
It automatically enrolls the driver as a voter!!! Warning. This legislation is wrought with the concern of non-citizens enrolling to vote or allowing for ballot harvesting if the driver does not vote. WARNING ⚠️ Where’s Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales to block this legislation? This is not in Hoosiers best interest. Why is Senator Huntley proposing such a bill? Who is she working for?
Here’s the proposed legislation.
Voting. Provides that an application to obtain or renew a motor vehicle driver's license or permit or an identification card serves as a voter registration application unless the applicant expressly declines on the application to register to vote. Provides that a voter becomes registered to vote when the county voter registration office determines the voter appears to be eligible to vote at the address on the voter's voter registration application. Permits a voter who is qualified to vote in person to vote by absentee ballot. Removes all other qualifications for a voter to vote by absentee ballot except for a voter with disabilities who is unable to make a voting mark on the ballot or sign the absentee ballot secrecy envelope. (Such a voter with a disability is currently required to vote before an absentee voter board.) Provides that an elderly voter or a voter with disabilities may apply for permanent absentee voter status. Provides that absentee ballots would be sent automatically to voters who have permanent absentee voter status. Makes conforming changes.
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SB 200 - 2022
RE: Legislation to allow non-citizens (illegal aliens) to apply for a driving card for driving privileges. One of the authors of the legislation is Senator Mark Messmer. The legislation was introduced on January 16, 2022. The first reading was to the “Committee on Homeland Security and Transportation”. The proposed legislation has NOT received a hearing. WARNING ⚠️ This must be monitored closely.
Proposed legislation:
“Driving cards. Provides that an individual who is an Indiana resident and cannot provide proof of identity and lawful status in the United States may apply for a driving card learner's permit and driving card to obtain driving privileges. Provides that a driving card learner's permit and driving card may not be used for federal identification or any other federal purpose. Requires an individual who holds a driving card learner's permit or driving card and operates a motor vehicle to verify and continuously maintain financial responsibility on any motor vehicle the holder operates in the amount required by law. Provides that the bureau of motor vehicles may not disclose certain information unless presented with a lawful court order or judicial warrant. Makes conforming changes. Makes technical corrections.”
This proposed legislation SB 200 works in tandem with SB 283, allowing for automatic enrollment to vote in Indiana elections. WARNING ⚠️ Watch the legislators closely on these proposed legislation.
SB 200 - 2022
RE: Legislation to allow non-citizens (illegal aliens) to apply for a driving card for driving privileges. One of the authors of the legislation is Senator Mark Messmer. The legislation was introduced on January 16, 2022. The first reading was to the “Committee on Homeland Security and Transportation”. The proposed legislation has NOT received a hearing. WARNING ⚠️ This must be monitored closely.
Proposed legislation:
“Driving cards. Provides that an individual who is an Indiana resident and cannot provide proof of identity and lawful status in the United States may apply for a driving card learner's permit and driving card to obtain driving privileges. Provides that a driving card learner's permit and driving card may not be used for federal identification or any other federal purpose. Requires an individual who holds a driving card learner's permit or driving card and operates a motor vehicle to verify and continuously maintain financial responsibility on any motor vehicle the holder operates in the amount required by law. Provides that the bureau of motor vehicles may not disclose certain information unless presented with a lawful court order or judicial warrant. Makes conforming changes. Makes technical corrections.”
This proposed legislation SB 200 works in tandem with SB 283, allowing for automatic enrollment to vote in Indiana elections. WARNING ⚠️ Watch the legislators closely on these proposed legislation.
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💉 VACCINES. HISTORY MATTERS
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The BRICS alliance is planning to create an independent payment system to settle cross-border transactions among member nations. The new payment system will not integrate the US dollar into the mechanism and could settle trade in local currencies. The US dollar could be sent on the path of decline and strengthen the native currencies of developing countries. Read here to know how many sectors in the US will be affected if BRICS ditches the dollar for trade.
https://watcher.guru/news/more-than-50-countries-could-accept-brics-payment-system
https://watcher.guru/news/more-than-50-countries-could-accept-brics-payment-system
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One day the true dream of the US that founders envisioned will come to pass. At present this dream was shelved over 100 years ago, replaced with the globalist nightmare that is all anyone cam remember anymore.
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RFK Jr Confirmed Yesterday That The CIA Interfered In The 2020 Election
This needs attention because if The CIA rigged elections in “30 countries” and RFK Jr says they rigged it here in 2020, what’s stopping them from doing it again in 2024?
Chinese Foreign Minister: "The United States has sought to overthrow more than 50 foreign governments, blatantly interfered in the elections of at least 30 countries, and attempted to assassinate more than 50 foreign leaders."
They’ve never been held accountable, there’s been no reform at The CIA, so what’s to stop them from doing it again if nothings changed?
https://x.com/wallstreetapes/status/1828739432050209073?s=46
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RFK Jr Confirmed Yesterday That The CIA Interfered In The 2020 Election
This needs attention because if The CIA rigged elections in “30 countries” and RFK Jr says they rigged it here in 2020, what’s stopping them from doing it again in 2024?
Chinese Foreign Minister: "The United States has sought to overthrow more than 50 foreign governments, blatantly interfered in the elections of at least 30 countries, and attempted to assassinate more than 50 foreign leaders."
They’ve never been held accountable, there’s been no reform at The CIA, so what’s to stop them from doing it again if nothings changed?
https://x.com/wallstreetapes/status/1828739432050209073?s=46
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