The Senate is still dominated by leadership and members like Harry Reid and Claire McCaskill who are dedicated to keeping President Obama’s “signature” legislation alive, so there is little hope that a bill will reach the President’s desk.

Even if it did, the President has shown [...]]]> January 12th, the House has scheduled a vote to repeal Obamacare.

The Senate is still dominated by leadership and members like Harry Reid and Claire McCaskill who are dedicated to keeping President Obama’s “signature” legislation alive, so there is little hope that a bill will reach the President’s desk.

Even if it did, the President has shown no remorse at conspiring with Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid and the rest of his party to ram this legislation down our throats.  President Obama will not sign a repeal, nor are there enough conservatives in Congress to override the president’s veto.

So why bother? Because the people need to be made well aware of who is or is not in favor of reforming health care in a way that does not wreck our health delivery system.  Although at this point the bill is a symbolic shot across the bow of Obamacare, the symbolism is important as we hold those legislators accountable for passing and standing pat on this terrible law.

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I Pledge to Stop the Out-of-Control Spending

(ST. LOUIS, MO.) Oct. 31, 2010 –For the first time since 1974 Congress did not pass a budget. Why? Because it keeps spending and spending with the deficit clock well beyond $13 Trillion and [...]]]> IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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I Pledge to Stop the Out-of-Control Spending

(ST. LOUIS, MO.) Oct. 31, 2010 –For the first time since 1974 Congress did not pass a budget. Why? Because it keeps spending and spending with the deficit clock well beyond $13 Trillion and constantly growing – spinning into another time zone racking up debt to China.

Ed Martin’s pledge today is: “I pledge to stop the out of control spending of government and work to bring true transparency to the process.” – Ed Martin

Congressman Carnahan voted time and time again for government takeovers from bailouts to Obamacare without even a second thought for what it would cost the American people. As the people of this district pinch their pennies Carnahan stooped so low as take advantage of their hard earned dollars and used hundreds of thousands of their dollars to mail campaign brochures. Even his sister Robin recognizes his out-of-control spending. “These guys have been spending like it’s going out of style and the long term impacts on our deficit are very real,” said Robin Carnahan. (Allman in the Morning, KFTK-FM. St. Louis. 12 Feb. 2010.)

Ed Martin wants to reel in Carnahan and Pelosi’s spending spree. He wants to return to the spending level of 2006 and create transparency in government spending to help cut the costs.

“Congressman Carnahan is out-of-touch with the hard-working people of this district. His constant rubberstamp on Pelosi’s costly agenda must come to an end. The deficit problems plaguing our country is mortgaging our children’s future,” said Ed Martin.

For more information about Martin’s background and the campaign, visit EdMartinforCongress.com, or follow him on Facebook and Twitter @ed4congress.

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Carnahan tries to distract voters from real issues with smear campaign

(ST. LOUIS, MO.) Oct. 29, 2010 – Ed Martin has filed an FEC complaint against Congressman Russ Carnahan’s campaign in regards to its recent Anti-Catholic smear tactic.The overwhelming evidence [...]]]> IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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Carnahan tries to distract voters from real issues with smear campaign

(ST. LOUIS, MO.) Oct. 29, 2010 – Ed Martin has filed an FEC complaint against Congressman Russ Carnahan’s campaign in regards to its recent Anti-Catholic smear tactic.The overwhelming evidence is presented in the complaint and subsequent attachments. Congressman Carnahan’s attempt to deceive potential voters and evade proper federal disclosures is a major violation of federal election laws. These are laws Carnahan is acutely aware of given his 2004 campaign against Jeff Smith.

While Congressman Carnahan’s actions are shameful and disheartening, to say the least, the most egregious act he may have committed is trying to rob constituents the chance to focus on the real issues. Ed Martin has worked tirelessly to meet with the people of Missouri’s 3^rddistrict, to hear their concerns in this economically trying time, and to pledge to them actions he plans to take to lessen their burdens and get them back to work.

Congressman Carnahan may choose not to talk about his record voting on a failed stimulus, a government takeover of health care, and bailouts, to name a few, but to covertly try to distract voters by conjuring up a hatchet job on Ed Martin is unacceptable. And the bottom line is – it’s a federal violation.

“People are really hurting in our district. It’s a shame Congressman Carnahan isn’t paying attention to them but instead feels the need to lash out with such a blatantly false personal accusation. And to reopen the wounds of a victim, like he has, purely as a political power play – is heartless. I will not simply stand by and allow it to happen. I am taking a stand for the people of this district. I have proven I will fight for their concerns. I will take a stand and not allow our jobs to be shipped overseas. I will fight to bring shovel ready jobs to the people. I will fight to repeal the government takeover of health care and I will stand with them when they say ‘No’ to more out-of-control government spending. There are real issues troubling the people of our district and I am addressing them. I’ll let our legal system address Congressman Carnahan,” said Ed Martin.

For more information about Martin’s background and the campaign, visit EdMartinforCongress.com, or follow him on Facebook and Twitter @ed4congress.

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I Pledge No More Tax Dollars for Frivolous Trips

(ST. LOUIS, MO.) Oct. 29, 2010 – People are tired of hearing about taxpayer funded trips for Congress and their spouses to travel to Antarctica and Hawaii, staying in posh $2,000 [...]]]> IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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I Pledge No More Tax Dollars for Frivolous Trips

(ST. LOUIS, MO.) Oct. 29, 2010 – People are tired of hearing about taxpayer funded trips for Congress and their spouses to travel to Antarctica and Hawaii, staying in posh $2,000 a night hotels in Italy, and the list goes on. Ed Martin actually agrees with Robin Carnahan in calling out her brother Congressman Russ Carnahan. She said, “(we) need in Washington someone who is going to stand up to these folks not somebody who is in bed with them or somebody who’s taken a lot of money from these big corporate lobbyists…,” said Robin Carnahan. (Allman in the Morning. KFTK, Feb. 12, 2010.)

Ed Martin’s pledge today is: “I pledge to stop using tax dollars for boondoggle travel.” – Ed Martin

Congressman Russ Carnahan was even called out by the New York Times as being a leader (#3 in the country) in taking privately funded Congressional trips estimated at costing taxpayers $86,000. His world wide travels were also documented by the Wall Street Journaland The Hill highlighted his $2,000 a night hotel in Italy for he and his wife. As Congressman Carnahan and his wife traveled from Australia to Italy on taxpayer money more and more jobs were and continue to be lost in Missouri’s 3rd district. Ed Martin refuses to stand by and watch as thousands of electricians, carpenters, auto workers, health care workers and more continue to be laid off. He pledges to stand up and fight for the people.

For more information about Martin’s background and the campaign, visit EdMartinforCongress.com, or follow him on Facebook and Twitter @ed4congress.

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“Ed Martin for Congress”
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I Pledge to Secure the Border

(ST. LOUIS, MO.) Oct. 28, 2010 – Ed Martin believes we should have “high fences but broad gates” when it comes to immigration. His determination to work on securing our border was detailed in a town [...]]]> IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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I Pledge to Secure the Border

(ST. LOUIS, MO.) Oct. 28, 2010 – Ed Martin believes we should have “high fences but broad gates” when it comes to immigration. His determination to work on securing our border was detailed in a town hall titled “Saving American Jobs – Protecting American Borders” he held back in May. “Immigration is a privilege; illegal immigration is a crime,” said Ed Martin.

Ed Martin’s pledge today is: “I will work to secure our borders and take a stand against our jobs being shipped overseas. We need to take action now and address the issue.” – Ed Martin

Congressman Russ Carnahan has voted against border protection and therefore against the American people time and time again. Carnahan even voted in favor of allowing illegal aliens to vote in union elections! (Visit this link to view more votes Carnahan has made) Congressman Carnahan also voted for the bailout of Chrysler yet demanded no accountability. The Chrysler plant in Fenton was closed and the jobs shipped to Mexico and Canada.

Meanwhile, “America’s toughest Sheriff” endorsed Ed Martin. In a statement he made back in May Sheriff Joe Arpaio said. ““I applaud Ed Martin for taking a strong stand against illegal immigration. We need people like Ed who understand the importance of protecting our country. Too many politicians would prefer to skate around the issues especially if they might be controversial. We need representatives who will say what they mean and do what they say. I’m for Ed Martin because he obviously will confront issues head on and not hide behind any bureaucratic red tape.”

For more information about Martin’s background and the campaign, visit EdMartinforCongress.com, or follow him on Facebook and Twitter @ed4congress.

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“Ed Martin for Congress”
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Jobs, Jobs, Jobs!

(ST. LOUIS, MO.) Oct. 26, 2010 – Jobs are without a doubt Ed Martin’s main focus. His dedication to creating shovel ready jobs is evident from his grassroots effort Shop Local-Hire Local to his determination to stop [...]]]> IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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Jobs, Jobs, Jobs!

(ST. LOUIS, MO.) Oct. 26, 2010 – Jobs are without a doubt Ed Martin’s main focus. His dedication to creating shovel ready jobs is evident from his grassroots effort Shop Local-Hire Local to his determination to stop Cap and Trade, his Agricultural Advisory Group, lowering the regulatory burden on small businesses, to simply where he buys his shoes.

Ed Martin’s pledge today is: “I will work tirelessly and do everything possible to create shovel-ready jobs for Missouri’s 3^rd district. I will fight Cap and Trade and work to lower the regulatory burden on our small businesses. And I will not vote on a stimulus plan that simply benefits my family and does not create jobs.” – Ed Martin

Congressman Carnahan voted for the bailout of Chrysler. The auto company closed its Fenton plant and moved the jobs to Mexico and Canada. He never demanded any accountability in his bailout bargain vote. Carnahan also voted for spending billions on a stimulus bill that only created 568 jobs in Missouri’s 3^rd district. That stimulus funneled a $107 Million cash payment to his brother, Tom Carnahan’s wind mill farm. His brother’s wind farm may be why he also voted for Cap and Trade – which would be crippling for everyone from farmers, small businesses and families. Carnahan’s vote for the government takeover of health care also proved to be job-killing in this district.

For more information about Martin’s background and the campaign, visit EdMartinforCongress.com, or follow him on Facebook and Twitter @ed4congress.

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Carnahan’s campaign windfall from Wind Capital Group

(ST. LOUIS, MO.) Oct. 18, 2010 –It seems Congressman Carnahan is being rewarded for his stimulus vote that awarded his brother’s wind farm $107 Million in stimulus funding. TheCenter for Responsive Politics shows [...]]]> IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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Carnahan’s campaign windfall from Wind Capital Group

(ST. LOUIS, MO.) Oct. 18, 2010 –It seems Congressman Carnahan is being rewarded for his stimulus vote that awarded his brother’s wind farm $107 Million in stimulus funding. TheCenter for Responsive Politics shows top executives from Wind Capital Group slid more than just a few thousand dollars into Carnahan’s campaign coffers. The biggest contributions came just after Wind Capital Group was awarded $107 million in-lieu-of-tax-credits in July. Reports show close to $10,000 came pouring in from the wind farm in August and September. Was it stimulus money, taxpayer dollars, in which they used to “thank” Congressman Carnahan?

“There’s a saying that if you want to get to the bottom of things you just need to follow the money trail. Congressman Carnahan voted to approve a stimulus that didn’t create jobs yet funneled $107 Million cash to his brother’s wind farm. And a month later top executives there dump thousands into his campaign. Was it a payoff? Well let’s say this -if there was a ‘smell test’ – this stinks,” said Ed Martin. “This is the very worst of Washington when one Carnahan pays off another – using other people’s hard earned tax dollars.”

No wonder Congressman Carnahan tried his best to keep reports from the media and constantly denied money was filtered to his family. As Pelosi said he is one of those who, “come to Congress prepared to help with the heavy lifting” – that is lifting of money between the Carnahan family anyway.

Pelosi gave her favorite puppet Carnahan her own reward for being as she says “not a high maintenance type.” Pelosi’s PAC, “PAC to the Future”, donated $5,000 to Congressman Carnahan’s campaign.

For more information about Martin’s background and the campaign, visit EdMartinforCongress.com, or follow him on Facebook and Twitter @ed4congress.

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“Ed Martin for Congress”
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Voters Want Answers on Jobs

(ST. LOUIS, MO.) Oct. 8, 2010 –Ed Martin sent a letter to Congressman Carnahan today requesting two more debates. “The people of south St. Louis County and Ste. Genevieve deserve a chance to hear from us,” said Ed [...]]]> IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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Voters Want Answers on Jobs

(ST. LOUIS, MO.) Oct. 8, 2010 –Ed Martin sent a letter to Congressman Carnahan today requesting two more debates. “The people of south St. Louis County and Ste. Genevieve deserve a chance to hear from us,” said Ed Martin. “Yet another month has gone by and the unemployment rate has gone untouched at 9%. A lot is hanging in the balance for the families of this district and they deserve to know just how candidates will fight for jobs – fight for them. Voters want answers – whether it is defending a vote for stimulus money to funnel funds to an out of district, family owned, wind farm as Carnahan did or my proposal to cut the over-burdening government regulations to allow small businesses to grow and create shovel ready jobs.”

Congressman Carnahan stated previously he feels debates are important – and they are now more than ever. Constituents want to hear from their candidates and should be given ample opportunity to do so. While Ed Martin has held some 250 “Ask Ed Anything” meetings and a number of town halls he encourages Congressman Carnahan to join in him in two more debates. He also asks the Congressman allow them to be broadcast for those unable to attend.

For more information about Martin’s background and the campaign, visit EdMartinforCongress.com, or follow him on Facebook and Twitter @ed4congress.

Theresa Petry
Press Secretary
“Ed Martin for Congress”
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