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TRENDING: Indiana congressman to resign
Posted: May 18th, 2010 10:37 AM ET

From CNN Ticker Producer Alexander Mooney
Souder is stepping down from Congress.
Souder is stepping down from Congress.

(CNN) – Veteran Indiana Rep. Mark Souder, a Republican, is expected to announce his resignation from Congress Tuesday, according to a GOP aide.

The eight-term congressman scheduled a news conference Tuesday morning, in which he is expected to admit to an affair and step down, according to several Indiana media outlets.

"I believe it is the best decision for my family, the people of northeast Indiana and our country,” Souder will say, according to Indiana’s News Center.

Souder won a hard-fought primary two weeks ago but he failed to receive more than 50 percent of the vote. The conservative Republican was first elected to Congress in 1994 and represents the northeast region of Indiana.

Kevin Smith, a spokesman for House Minority Leader John Boehner, said the GOP leader "has been perfectly clear that he will hold our Members to the highest ethical standards.”

Souder's announcement comes two months after Rep. Eric Massa, D-New York, stepped down after admitting to groping male staffers.

Tim Burns, don't do this to the voters of the 12th District. We don't want any scandals in the in the 12th District.

Throw in the towel Burns.

Does anybody know what country club Burns is giving his concession speech at? Please forward us the information.

Russell is the real Republican candidate.

Bill Russell will win tomorrow's Republican Party primary. Because Russell is the independent voice of the conservatives. Chairman Gleason, the "King of the Defense Contractor insurance brokers," does'nt really want Burns to win. Gleason wants Critz to win.

Gleason brought up the Beltway Boys by bus and it has turned off the Republican voters. Burns has only given once to Santorium. He has never given to any other Republican Party candidate. Now Burns wants the Republican vote. He hasn't earned it. Burns is a RINO republican

Burns claims that he is not a politician and doesn't want this job. He once considered running against Arlen Spector. Burns has said that he will only work with Democrats when they come to him. This election is all about Tim Burns. He does not care about the voters in the 12th District.

Russell served his country for 28 years in the Army. He served in five combat zones and at the Pentagon on 9-11. Burns was only in combat with his ex-wife. There have been rumors about Burns' extra marital affairs swirling on the blogosphire. They have gone unanswered by Burns. We don't need another Mark Sanford scandal in the 12th District.

Russell doesn't support same sex marriage. He supports the marriage between a man and a women. Burns is supported by the GayPatriot. Burns has blasted every endorsement for him. Burns didn't want the 12th District to know about the GayPatriot endorsement. What else hasn't Burns told the voters of the 12th District.

Burns is out of touch with the 12th District. Burns is not one of us. He is part of the establishment of Washington, DC. Not Washington, PA, Uniontown, PA or Johnstown, PA.

Burns received the endorsement of the Gay Patriot.

From our of nowhere, our research department found that on April 20, 2010, the Gay Patriot endorsed Tim Burns.

On their website "About Us" page they write, "The GayPatriot blog is an independent, political and opinion-based Weblog created by Bruce Carroll that is a forum focusing on gay conservative issues, themes, culture and ideas." GayPatriot is one of the independent blogs affiliated with the Pajamas Media enterprise.

Burns has blasted every endorsement he has received. The GayPatriot endorsement was one that Burns didn't want us to know about.

Pro Life? Pro Gun? Pro-Adultery? And now Burns, are you Pro Gay Marriage?

Bill Russell is the real conservative candidate.

More Bad News For Burns

Russell may have not won over the establishment and Chairman Gleason, but the people are now speaking out. The Herald-Standard Editorial Board endorses Army veteran Bill Russell.

For the Republican nomination in the 12th Congressional District, the Herald-Standard Editorial Board endorses Army veteran Bill Russell who is facing off with Tim Burns.

There are no real ideological differences between the two GOP hopefuls and as such Russell gets the nod for having run hard against Murtha last time. Two years ago, with Murtha an imposing foe, Burns was nowhere to be found as Russell was essentially shipped in to combat the longest serving congressman in state history. Subsequently, we feel Burns wouldn't have run this year if Murtha had not passed away in February. A Russell spokesman put it best when he termed Burns "an opportunist." We give Russell credit for fighting the good fight when Murtha was still around. While he failed to unseat Murtha in 2008, he piled up a respectable 42 percent of the vote.

What he doesn't have, however, is money. Burns, who was satisfied to let Russell take on Murtha last time, has been piling up money and support from high-profile Republicans. Russell hasn't changed positions since last race, but still establishment GOP support is drying up quickly, which is ironic, since Russell is a different candidate than last race.

Back in 2008, he had no idea about the area after having been airdropped in to challenge Murtha. Despite the defeat, he has stayed here and been a visible candidate. He deserves credit for that and is a better candidate for it, which is why he is our pick for the Republican nomination.

Way to go Bill. Send the RINO packing.

Tim Burns Exposed?

For weeks, this blog has been running the stories about Tim Burns and his alleged extramarital affairs that have been spiraling in the blogosphire. We have given him the opportunity to come forward to answer these allegations. Burns has not responded.

Rumors are again spiraling in the blogosphire that some of his in-laws from the Koprivaia family will soon be telling the truth about Burns' extramarital affairs and the other women in his life.

If anyone other than the family knows about Burns' alleged extramarital affairs, please send an email to info@billrussellforcongress.com

Guess we don't need for you to unseal your divorce Burns because the family is going to tell us the truth now.

Observer-Reporter Endorses Russell

“In the Republican primary, Burns is competing with William Russell, a retired lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army who challenged Murtha in the 2008 general election. Some of Russell’s policy prescriptions, like giving seniors $1,000 monthly vouchers in lieu of Medicare so they can buy insurance on the open market, give us pause. But Russell has considered the issues with a depth and thoughtfulness that Burns has not demonstrated. He also has a background in defense and foreign policy, something that Burns lacks. We believe Russell would be the better choice for Republicans.”

Do they know something about Burns that we don't?

Tim Burns And His Eleven Lives

Tim Burns reinvents himself each time he visits one of the nine counties of the 12th District.

During his marriage to the Mysterious Mrs. Tim, Burns had two lives. One with the Mysterious Mrs. Tim and one with the other woman in his life.

Many questions have gone unanswered about the other woman in his life. The Burns' divorce records are sealed. Unseal Burns. Unseal.

The voters of the 12th District just don't need another Mark Sanford scandal in their district.

Happy Mothers Day

Happy Mothers Day to Mrs. William Russell and The Mysterious Mrs. Tim.

The Russell family exemplifies the true meaning of what family values mean. The Russell's endured moving from Army base to Army base. And they survived the Pentagon on 9/11.

Burns claims to embrace family values and morals. As always, what a candidate does means much more than what they say. Burns won't answer the alleged adultery stories that have been swirling in blogosphire. And Burns has had his divorce divorce records sealed. What is there that he doesn't want us to know about him and the mysterious Mrs. Tim. Unseal Burns. Unseal.

Does Burns have some kind of problem with women? He should read the book called "Men Who Hate Women and the Women Who Love Them". Newt Gingrich read it and "found frightening pieces that related to my own life."

I guess traditional marriage for Burns is a sacred union between a man and a woman and another woman. What's the deal, Burns?

Burns's Hypocrisy Is Contagious

Burns is hanging with U.S Rep. Aaron Schock (R-Ill) tomorrow at the Somerset County Republican Headquarters.

Burns has been running on a campaign of family values. Burns has been the subject of alleged extramarital affairs that has been swirling about the blogosphire. These allegations have gone unanswered by Burns. Furthermore, Burns has had his divorced sealed. The 12th District doesn't need another Mark Sanford.

Rep. Aaron Schock (R-Ill.) was accused of hypocrisy for railing against a spending bill in public while touting its benefits in his home district. Read story:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/02/14/rachel-maddow-stuns-rep-a_n_461885.html

The Road to the White House Goes Through the 12th.

A few of the potential 2012 GOP Presidential candidates have stopped in the 12th District. They care about what happens in Washington, DC not Washington, PA.

The latest is former NY Governor Pataki. Unlike RINO Burns, Governor Pataki has been a GOP activist, a contributor to the party and has had a career in public service. And Gov. Pataki has good family values. Whereas, the allegations of Burns' extramarital affairs continue to go unanswered. Burns has had his divorce sealed. Unseal Burns. Unseal. Burns, what are you hiding?

Gov. Pataki is Pro-Choice. So there goes Burns again. Flip flopping.

And unlike Burns, Gov. Pataki has worked with others whom did not share his political views.

Missing in action are NRCC Chairman Pete Sessions, Republican Leader John Boehner, and Minority Whip Eric Cantor. Do they know something that we don't?

Burns. Still Running A Campaign of Hypocracy

Bill Russell is an independent voice like Senator Scott Brown. Unlike his opponent he doesn't take orders from the Chairman Rob Gleason and the establishment. Bill Russell is his own man. Bill Russell is a good family values man. His opponent has not answered allegations about his extramarital affairs and has not unsealed his divorce. What doesn't Burns want you to know? Unseal Burns! Unseal.

Burns! You Are No Senator Scott Brown.

Senator Scott Brown believes in a culture of family. Allegations of Burns' extramarital affairs have been swirling about the blogosphire and he has had his divorce file sealed. We don't want a Mark Sanford in the 12th District. Unseal Burns! Unseal!

Senator Brown has served our country as a member of the Massachusetts National Guard. Burns has never served our country.

Senator Brown has had a career in public service and has been a contributor to the Republican Party. Burns has not had any public service experience and has been a RINO in the Republican Party.

Senator Brown has been an independent voice. Burns is the voice of Chairman Rob Gleason and the establishment.

Burns! Stop your campaign of hypocrisy.

Gotcha Burns. Shame On You. We Just Can't Trust You.

Last weeks Burns said that hs website was attcked. Then Burns contradicted himself. Read story from The Hill.com below.


House candidate Tim Burns says website 'attacked'
By Sean J. Miller - 04/30/10 12:37 PM ET

Pennsylvania House candidate Tim Burns (R) tried to capitalize on the technical difficulties his website experienced last week.

He recently sent out a fundraising email to supporters asking them for contributions to "help in this fight to stop Nancy Pelosi and fight back against her Washington smear machine." Burns then cited his successful fundraising push last week.

He noted his campaign exceeded its original goal of raising $50,000 "despite my website being hacked and shut down for almost an entire day.

“While it is still unknown why and how my site was attacked on Friday, I do know that people from this district and around the country were frustrated that they could not respond and help in this effort," Burns wrote.

That contradicted what his campaign told the Ballot Box the day the website went down.

It didn't crash because of foul play, Kent Gates, a spokesman for the Burns campaign said last week. "It is a problem with the hosting company and we tried to get it resolved all day."

The Ballot Box followed up with Gates about the fundraising pitch. He said "it is true that the site was hacked at some level."

Gates, in an email: "What I was making clear to you was that we had no way of knowing if it was done intentionally for political reasons, internally with Network Solutions or what the exact reason [was]."

He said the campaign suspected that a "disgruntled employee" -- not a Democratic operative -- was responsible.

"We have since moved the site to its own hosting site and beefed up security on it," Gates said.

Burns is running in the special House election for the late Rep. John Murtha's (D-Pa.) seat. He faces Democrat Mark Critz in the May 18 vote.

Bill Russell. Standing Alone Again.

Russell calls on the Secretary of the Navy to denounce the naming of the ship USS Murtha.

Read story here: http://russellbrigade.com/2010/04/russell-murtha-ship-naming-an-insult/

What is Burns' position on this?

The ads are trying to portray Burns as a widower with his two sons. We have learned that Burns' ex-wife has custody of the two children. Burns needs to end the hypocrisy.

Bill Russell is a good family man. He doesn't need to do any play acting about his family life.

Bill Russell Needs No Chauffeur

Bill Russell has stood up to his own party leadership. He is his own man and would vote what would be in the interest of the voters of the 12th District not Chairman Gleason’s. Chairman Gleason has been the chauffeur for Tim Burns. Bill Russell can drive his own car.

Burns "hangs with" state Chairman Rob Gleason.

Chairman Rob Gleason who appointed Burns is linked to Kuchera Industries. Kuchera Industries was raided by the FBI and was investigated by the Federal Elections Commission. And this from Mr. Gleason’s brochure for his companies, Gleason Insurance, Gleason Financial, and Gleason Technology:

“We have been able to build our business, knowing Gleason is looking out for all of our insurance needs.”

Ronald Kuchera, Chief Financial Officer
Kuchera Industries

Bill Russell doesn't "hang with" the establishment or country clubbers. Bill Russell is his own man.

Worth Repeating

Sometimes as in the case of Burns, the same message is worth repeating when it benefits the voters of the 12th District. Last week readers began knowing of Burns' alleged extra-narital affairs swirling about the blogosphire. Subsequently we learned that Burns’ divorce was sealed by the court. We have also learned from the court that this procedure is extremely unorthodox. Something was amiss here. We have challenged Burns to be forthcoming about these allegations. To date, the answers that Burns owes the voters of the 12th District have not come. Mr. Burns where are your answers to these allegations. All we have seen is rhetoric and hyperbole. The 12th District doesn’t need another Mark Sanford. Unseal Burns! Unseal!

Burns' Corruption Ads

Less than 30 days until Election Day and Russell's opponent is running an ad about corruption.

Bill Russell has already been the leader in exposing corruption in the 12th District.
Our readers have been following what this blog has written about Burns' establishment friends like Chairman Gleason.

Gleason who appointed Burns is linked to Kuchera Industries. Kuchera Industries was raided by the FBI and was investigated by the Federal Elections Commission. And this from Mr. Gleason’s brochure for his companies, Gleason Insurance, Gleason Financial, and Gleason Technology:

“We have been able to build our business, knowing Gleason is looking out for all of our insurance needs.”

Ronald Kuchera, Chief Financial Officer
Kuchera Industries

And our reader have been following the allegations swirling about the blogosphire that Burns had extramarital affairs and has requested that the court seal his divorce. Unseal Burns! Unseal!.

People who live in glass houses should not throw stones.

Do We Have A Tiger Burns By It's Tail.

Information has it that Burns had his divorce records sealed. Conservative voters of the 12th district requests that all sealed documents in Burns' divorce be made public or explained why any alleged injury outweighs the right of the voters of the 12th District to know what is contained in the divorce case. Burns should unseal the divorce documents filed. We don't need another Mark Sanford representing the 12th. We don't need voters remorse.

The Truth Shall Set You Free Burns.

We have searched Burns divorce records and found that the court has sealed Understandably, some people like to keep their private lives separate from their public lives. But we don't want a repeat of a Sanford, or John Edwards or even Newt Gingrich. Come clean Burns. We don't want any voters remorse in the 12th District.

Here We Go Again! Its the Amateur Hour.

We visited the Tim Burns for Congress web site today and received the following message:

Warning - visiting this web site may harm your computer!

Apparently Burn's website crashed as the hosting company was sleeping on the job.

If Burns can't manage his campaign how can we expect him to manage the 12th congressional district.

BURNS NOT INDEPENDENT OF REPUBLICAN ESTABLISHMENT LEADERSHIP

Tim Burns is, obviously, the candidate of the Republican Establishment Leadership, including Specter Republican Rob Gleason; Bill Russell has always been “independent of the Republican Establishment”; when Bill Russell came to Pennsylvania, literally, knowing no one in Pennsylvania, he acted out of conviction that he needed to challenge John Murtha’s unsubstantiated, unproven and untrue slur on our Marines in combat at Haditha. Bill moved his family to Pennsylvania to continue the challenge, independent of the party at all times. I recall meeting Bill for the first time at a restaurant on Delaware Avenue in Philadelphia and his eyes hardened and jaw tightened when he explained that he was coming to Penna. to challenge Jack Murtha because of his slur against those combat Marines who were fighting Islamist fanaticism and violence. Bill Russell has been in ‘hostile fire zones’, too.

Where was Republican Establishment Leadership then? Or Tim Burns? Or Greg Whitestone or EagleForum? Only Bill Russell took on the impossible mission and laid the ground work for the challenge in 2010. Had Bill Russell not led, John Murtha’s record would not have been as well known.

Tim Burns is a good man, a man of great business accomplishment, superior intelligence [probably smarter than I am, certainly more successful], of unquestioned good will and decency, active in his community. Tim and Bill share a view of Constitutional Limited Government, Free Markets for Free People and Free Minds, and Individual Responsibility mandated by Judaeo-Christian traditional values. Both Bill Russell and Tim Burns will make a good Representative for the 12th District.
Tim Burns, however, NOT INDEPENDENT OF REPUBLICAN ESTABLISHMENT LEADERSHIP and, at this time, in this election, that makes are the difference.

Bill Russell’s commitment is to his values and Constitutional principles and to the voters who elect him, not to Republican leadership. All the difference in the world. Pennsylvania leadership is comprised, almost exclusively, of people getting rich form government. Arlen Specter and his Earmarks sustained this leadership for years and years until they were of no more use to him. “Getting Rich from Government” – those who profit from government have a personal, selfish interest in growing government.

Bill Russell is closely allied with Peg Luksik, who is unshakable in her principles, and who, also, is “Independent of Republican Leadership” and I am proud to say I introduced Bill to Peg in Johnstown in 2008, just before the primary. “Independence and commitment”.

Newt Gingrich is not the avatar of independence, free markets, limited government that he pretends to be. Unlike Bill Russell, Newt Gingrich is a political opportunist and does not hide it. and Golf? For goodness sake, American Freedom is challenged by government takeover of productive businesses, home mortgage finance, college lending, car companies, AIG, - government ownership and control of means of finance and means of production and people who call themselves

Serious are playing a game? Celebrating the memory of the slaughter of 22,000 Polish patriots at Katyn Forest by Soviet Totalitarians, as Bill and Kasia did, is appropriate. Not a Golf Game.

This is not the year for fun politics, and “business as usual” politics. Independence and commitment to the Constitution are the core of American Freedom and Bill Russell personifies those values. Bill is a leader, not a follower.

And it is well to remember that there is a Contract with America. It is called the Constitution. Bill Russell is one of the few candidates who has, actually, taken an oath to defend our Constitution of individual freedom.

I have met Tim Burns and know many of the people who support him, good Americans, but as I think about it, “independence” of Republican Leadership is the paramount issue if our country is to find its freedoms and individual independence again.

The truth may, or may not, set your free. It does not seem to make one many friends.

Bob Guzzardi, Ardmore, Penna 19003 http://crnblog.org (not authorized by any candidate or candidate’ committee)

Happy Birthday Bill

Burns did a PCN interview it was pathetic. Burns: The PCN Interview-See Burns the ROBOT Thank God our candidate Col. Russell is a man with real Passion, who speaks for us. Bill has the Passion to win a regime change in Washington. Enough of these RINOS with their talking points! Happy Birthday Bill

Burns Should Answer To Allegations of Having Extramarital Affairs

Burns is campaigning on family values issues. Allegations of Burns extramarital affairs have been swirling about the blogosphire. Shouldn't there be inquiries made into the veracity of these allegations. Does anyone have any information about these allegations?

Newt Gingrich a GOP icon who also campaigned on family value issues is in the 12th District for a fundraiser to benefit Burn's campaign. Gingrich has had his own extramarital scandals in his past.

Where are the family values of conservatives to follow if we are to use Burns as its example.

Russell's Needs Run His Own Poll.

The russell brigade is not getting any direction from their candidate Bill Russell. All these polls are confusing. They are not naming our candidate Bill Russell. We need to hear from Bill Russell. Bill Russell needs to do his own poll. Show us where you are in the polls Bill.

Russell Brigade: Call to Action

Russell Brigade: Come out and protest this event. Burns in no Gingrich, no Santorum. This is what you get when your let RINOS, PAY-RAISERS and COUNTRY CLUBBERS pick our candidates. We need a candidate from he shooting range not the driving range. Come to Latrobe with your Drivers and Putters and call out these Country Club Republicans for Burns. Drop the tea bag and pick up a golf club to show your anger. Support a candidate for real change: Lt.Colonel Bill Russell.

Real Change Is Needed

The best way to wish Bill a Happy Birthday is by taking a golf club and protesting those Country Club Republicans at the Burns fundraiser in Latrobe tomorrow night. Bring a stick for real change.

Rally with Russell & Rose

Rally with Russell & Rose

The political establishment doesn’t want you to mark your calendars – but do it anyway!

One Wednesday, April 21, join Pittsburgh 104.7 & XM RADIO personality Rose for a special campaign event with Lt. Col. Bill Russell (USAR ret).

Here are the details:

Rally with Russell & Rose
Wednesday, April 21 | 7pm
Laube Hall
Freeport Community Park, Freeport, PA

*Meet Rose from 6-8 PM.

This event is sponsored by Citizens for Constitutional Conservatives.

Burns Has Been Hitting Bogeys On His Campaign Tour.

Burns Has Been Hitting Bogeys On His Campaign Tour.

Bill Russell's birthday is April 24th. Russellbridgaders! Give Bill Russell and early birthday present. Leave your guns at home and bring your golf clubs to Burns' next tour stop on Thursday, April 22, at 6:30PM at DiSalvo's Station, 325 McKinley Ave, Latrobe, PA and raise your clubs in honor of Bill Russell.

Joining Burns is Newt Gingrich. Newt Gingrich is well-known as the architect of the "Contract with America" that led the Republican Party to victory in 1994 by capturing the majority in the U.S. House for the first time in forty years. After he was elected Speaker, he disrupted the status quo by moving power out of Washington and back to the American people. Under his leadership, Congress passed welfare reform, passed the first balanced budget in a generation, and passed the first tax cut in sixteen years. In addition, the Congress restored funding to strengthen our defense and intelligence capabilities, an action later lauded by the bipartisan 9/11 Commission.

Burns supports tax rate increases not tax cuts. Speaker Gingrich has been a contributor to the Republican Party and to the defense of our country. Burns is not even in the same league as Speaker Gingrich. Burns is a phony.

Burns hasn't ever been there for our Republican candidates. The multi-millionaire has opened up his pocketbook for only 1 Republican candidate over the years when he gave a measly $1,000 to Rick Santorum in 2006. Where was he for the countless other Republican candidates we've all been working our tails off for so many years now? Burns is a RINO.

Bill Russell is the real deal. He will stand alone. Not with Gleason. And he is a combat veteran.

Not Authorized by any candidate or candidates committee.

website: http://billrussellforcongress.com

Could it be? Is Burns Pro-adultery too?

Could it be? Is Burns Pro-adultery too? If these accusations are true, should Burns drop out of the race and enter the same Mississippi clinic as Tigers Woods? IF the claims in the numerous postings are true, certainly they can be no surprise to Chairman Gleason. Does anyone have more information on the claims in these postings?

What you didnt know about Burns.

I was shocked to read the following on the thehill.com. Does anyone have anything further info on this?

Why isn't anyone talking about Tim Burns numerous extramarital affairs? The man was sleeping with his employees while running TechRx. He was married with two kids! It was an open secret! Everyone knew. I think that we conservatives deserve better than this adulterer. Shouldn't be in government if you can't stay faithful to your wife!

BY Concerned at TechRx on 04/16/2010 at 22:41

Burns is lying about his support for the Fair Tax.

Burns is now saying that he supports a Fair Tax. On March 12, 2010, we reported that Tim Burns supported a new national sales tax! He supports a national sales tax of 23 percent on everything we purchase. But the new tax would actually be 34 percent for the federal government to take in the same amount of taxes it does today. Burns is a flip-flopper. This is RINOism at its best. Burns will say anything to get elected.

Don't we pay enough in federal taxes. We couldn’t afford Burn’s tax plan then and we can’t afford it now. We can't afford Tim Burns’ plan to create a new national sales tax!

Russell is not afraid of real change. He will create a fairer tax system. Russell supports a major overhaul of the tax system with the creation of a simpler, fairer, flatter option for taxpayers.

Vote for Bill Russell on May 18th. Russell is his own man. Not Gleason’s man.

Russell Blows Away Burns

Russell raised more money in the first quarter than his party backed opponent. Russell is the people's choice not the choice of the establishment and Gleason's country club members. Read the rest of the story here: http://billrussellforcongress.com/Breaking_News_8O6D.html

Russell Is A True Tea Party Candidate.

Russell is a true Tea Party Candidate. Burns is just on a temporary bandwagon.
Russell is the real deal. Burns will do anything to get elected.

Burns is funded by the Republican party and has events for RINO Congressman and the establishment like Gleason. Burns is not trying to win the Tea Party vote.

Russell is reeling in small donations and has a massive grassroots movement? That’s a true tea party candidate.

Burns is a bandwagon candidate, so be careful. You don’t want to donate your hard earned money and give your time to volunteer for Burns who will completely forget the Tea Party and your principles once he is in office.

Russell is a true reformer. Russell will be his own man in Washington, not beholden to the party establishment and RINOS. Instead, Russell will be a strong voice and advocate for the people and values of the 12th District. Russell is a man of his word who can be trusted to do what is right for the 12th District and the nation.

Gleason Backs Steele

Stop this incompetent gang that led to the Pay raise backlash. Send these RINOS, Country club Republicans, Pay raisers and Phony's a message. Vote for Bill Russell. Reform in DC and Harrisburg begins in the 12th!!! When will we see Steele campaigning for Burns? Why doesn't this Gleason Burns gang just hand the election over to Critz?

Romney Ties Burns to Health Care

Does Romney’s endorsement of Burns mean BURNS endorsed RomneyCare which smells a lot like Obamacare? Pawlenty who has also endorsed Burns said, "the Massachusetts health law requires individuals carry health insurance. Pawlenty likens that law to the federal health care overhaul.

"Looking at the Massachusetts experience, it would not be one I would want the country to follow any further," Pawlenty said in New Hampshire last month.

How Much Is Gleason Into The Defense Industry For?

When will the Gleason/Burns campaign disclose how mush of Gleason's Inc's revenues comes from the defense contracting industry? Gleason is the King of Insurance for the defense contractors. Gleason is proud of the business he writes for the defense contractor. This from Mr. Gleason’s brochure for his companies, Gleason Insurance, Gleason Financial, and Gleason Technology:

“We have been able to build our business, knowing Gleason is looking out for all of our insurance needs.” Ronald Kuchera, Chief Financial Officer, Kuchera Industries

Kuchera Industries was raided by the FBI and was investigated by the Federal Elections
Commission.

This is the people of the 12th District seat and Russell is the people's candidate.

Burns Is Out of Touch With the 12th District.

Burns Is Out of Touch With the 12th District.

Bill Russell, his Polish American wife Cashia and the Polish American community in the 12th District mourned the loss of president Lech Kaczynski and several other Polish officials in a tragic plane crash Saturday.

The Polish American community has a deep heritage in the 12th Congressional District. Across the 12th, Polish Americans also grieved the loss of as many as 22,000 military officials at the hands of the Joseph Stalin decades ago.

Burns was quick to release a statement following reports of the Upper Big Branch Mine Explosion in West Virginia. However, Burns has not released a statement on reports of the tragic plane crash in Poland that has saddened the Polish American community in the 12th District.

Burn is out-of-touch with the 12th District.

Another Week of Hypocracy For Burns

It was a busy week for Burns. He got another endorsement. This one from Bill Shuster, a guy who supported the pay raisers like Bob Jubelier. Then he followed up with a weak announcement about the West Virginia coal miner tragedy.

West Virginia’s miners have endured harsh, dangerous working conditions and times of plenty and downturns brought on by scarcity. Something that Burns has endured little of in his sheltered life. And they have literally fought battles to maintain their rights, and they have worked to provide the energy the nation needs. Burns has rode the backs of his workers to achieve his successes and wealth.

Miners work long, hard hours in order to find the coal needed to provide electricity for home and industry. Without their efforts, much of daily life in America would simply stop for lack of energy. Homes, businesses, hospitals and government services would literally be in the dark.

Much of this is not known by Burns. He knows more about country club caddies and country club bar tenders than coal miners. The West Virginia miners are heroes. Burns is a phony.

Russell is the guy for true reform. When is the Russell brigade going to strike back at the Burns campaign of hypocrisy?

Another Flip Flopper Endorses Burns

Perennial Presidential candidate Mitt Romney endorses Burns. Romney is an abortion flip flopper. Burns said he would not support a constitutional amendment to ban abortions. Is Burns really pro-life? Does Burns support flip flopping? Does Burns support Romney's MA universal health plan?

Burns! Pinhead or Patriot

Burns endorses a plan to raise middle class taxes, Burns also sold his company to get rich quick even though he knew it would lead to job loss in Western Pennsylvania.
(Pinhead)

Burns endorses the Republican plan to privatize Social Security that would have a devastating impact on seniors in Western Pennsylvania who are already struggling.
(Pinhead)

In 2002, Burns said he supported NDCHealth buying his company TechRx despite the fact that he knew it would lead to layoffs in Western Pennsylvania. [Pittsburgh Business Times, 5/31/02] (Pinhead)

• In a May 2009 interview on Front Lines Blog, Tim Burns stated his support for the regressive Fair Tax, even though it would only benefit those making over $200,000 a year. In Pennsylvania, middle income Pennsylvania families would see their taxes increase by $3,818 per year. The top one percent would see their taxes cut by $187,080 a year. [Front Lines Blog, 5/14/09; Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy; Factcheck.org, 5/31/07; PA2010.com, 3/29/10] (Pinhead)

Burns is a Pinhead not a Patriot. Burns will vote along with Gleason and his country club establishment chums. He is out of touch with the voters of the 12th Congressional District.

Republican Tim Burns Campaigns with Social Security Privatization Advocate.

Republican Tim Burns Campaigns with Social Security Privatization Advocate.
Burns, Supporters Endorse Dangerous Plan that Would be Devastating for Western Pennsylvania Seniors

Out of touch Republican millionaire Tim Burns (PA-12) is once again going out of his way to prove that he is clueless when it comes to what’s best for Western Pennsylvania. This evening, Burns is campaigning with Congressman Bill Shuster, another out of touch Republican who supports a dangerous plan to privatize Social Security that would slash benefits and gamble the program on Wall Street. The Republicans support this plan despite the devastating impact that plan would have on seniors in Western Pennsylvania.

Millionaire Burns has already proven that he could care less about Western Pennsylvania; in addition to endorsing a plan to raise middle class taxes, Burns also sold his company to get rich quick even though he knew it would lead to job loss in Western Pennsylvania.

“Even though Western Pennsylvania didn’t need any more reasons to prove that Republican millionaire Tim Burns is grossly out of touch, here he comes with some more anyway,” said Shripal Shah, Regional Press Secretary for the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee. “The Republican plan to privatize Social Security that Burns and his supporters are backing would have a devastating impact on seniors in Western Pennsylvania who are already struggling. Burns’ failure to grasp how damaging his platform would be for Western Pennsylvania proves how clueless he really is when it comes to what’s best for the district.”

BACKGROUND:

• Republican millionaire Tim Burns is campaigning with Congressman Bill Shuster in Johnstown this evening. [Daily American, 4/2/10]

• Shuster has long been a vocal supporter for the risky Republican plan to privatize Social Security. [Patriot News, 3/06/05; Associated Press, 4/28/01; Associated Press, 4/20/01; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, 5/08/01; USA Today, 5/15/01; Dallas Morning News, 5/7/01]

o Privatization would cut benefits. According to the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare, “privatization is not a plan to save Social Security; it is a plan to dismantle Social Security. Privatization means increased retirement risks, severe cuts in Social Security benefits, and a multi-trillion dollar increase in the federal debt.

o “Privatization diverts money out of Social Security into individual accounts leaving an even larger solvency problem. Privatizers fill this funding gap by dramatically cutting Social Security benefits. They cover the rest by borrowing money, thereby increasing the debt burden on all taxpayers by trillions of dollars over the next half century. With market-based accounts, the risk of an adequate retirement is placed entirely on the individual.” [National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare website, accessed 4/6/10]

o Privatization would gamble social security on Wall Street. According to the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare, “Privatization will replace Social Security's guaranteed defined benefits with individual investment accounts. In other words, privatization would take money out of Social Security and have workers invest instead in Wall Street.” [National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare website, accessed 4/6/10]

o The Century Foundation reports that privatizing Social Security would allow Wall Street to “reap windfalls from your taxes” because brokerage houses, banks, and mutual funds have been very active in the campaign to privatize Social Security” and “stand to gain enormous fees if billions of dollars are shifted each year from Social Security payments into accounts under Wall Street management.” [The Century Foundation’s Social Security Network, accessed 4/6/10]

• In 2002, Burns said he supported NDCHealth buying his company TechRx despite the fact that he knew it would lead to layoffs in Western Pennsylvania. [Pittsburgh Business Times, 5/31/02]

• In a May 2009 interview on Front Lines Blog, Tim Burns stated his support for the regressive Fair Tax, even though it would only benefit those making over $200,000 a year. In Pennsylvania, middle income Pennsylvania families would see their taxes increase by $3,818 per year. The top one percent would see their taxes cut by $187,080 a year. [Front Lines Blog, 5/14/09; Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy; Factcheck.org, 5/31/07; PA2010.com, 3/29/10]

Burns' Hypocrisy

Why did Shuster take donations from this convicted felon? Why doesn’t Burns ask Shuster to return Kosher and Zanier donations and to ask Chairman Gleason to disclose his financial dealings with Kosher? Let’s end the hypocrisy.

IANIERI, RICK
DOYLESTOWN,PA 18901 COHERENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL/PRES 9/1/08 $1,300 Shuster, Bill (R)
IANIERI, RICK
DOYLESTOWN,PA 18901 COHERENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL/PRES 3/4/08 $1,000 Shuster, Bill (R)

Did Kuchera’s get an earmark from Shuster. See the video. Savor Burns' hypocrisy.

Go to the 2:50 mark on this You Tube video.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x2fuT82rKCM&feature=related

And in case there's any doubts, all verifiable from OpenSecrets
$12,300 from Kuchera's for Shuster's 2008 election.
Bill/Lena: $7,200
Ron/Lisa: $5,100

Wonder if Russell has the moxie to show up and disrupt the Republican establishment's scripted event.

Is This The Best Tim Burns Can Do? Tim Pawlenty?

Burns is endorsed by Tim Paulenty, Governor of Minnesota, a flip-flopper who now calls cap-and-trade a "disaster" three years after endorsing it. Will Burns be a flip-flopper.

This endorsement comes after the endorsement of Rob Gleason, PA GOP party chairman. Gleason is the King of Insurance for the defense contractors. Gleason is proud of the business he writes for the defense contractor. This from Mr. Gleason’s brochure for his companies, Gleason Insurance, Gleason Financial, and Gleason Technology:

“We have been able to build our business, knowing Gleason is looking out for all of our insurance needs.” Ronald Kuchera, Chief Financial Officer, Kuchera Industries

Kuchera Industries was raided by the FBI and was investigated by the Federal Elections Commission.

Quinn knows a phony when he sees one.

April 2, 2010, Tribune Democrat Letter to the Editor

— Although I am a fan of the Jim Quinn radio show based in Pittsburgh, I think Quinn has it all wrong.

He believes that the Republican committee made a mistake by endorsing Tim Burns over William Russell in the special election May 18 to fill the 12th district seat of now-deceased Congressman John Murtha.

I was fortunate enough to attend a town hall meeting in Indiana, where Burns and Russell spoke. (The Democrat declined an invitation to attend.) They both answered many excellent questions the same way.

However, I had a strong feeling that Russell (thank you for your service) is looking for a career job, which seems to be Washington as usual.

Burns, on the other hand, developed a software company that employed more than 400 people in private-sector jobs.

After selling his company, Burns worked with a nonprofit for special needs children. I don’t think he had envisioned running for office, but was compelled to do so, for his children and country.

He is pro-life, in favor of term limits, supports energy independence, is pro-Second Amendment, has strong conservative views and believes in the Constitution.

Burns also has been instrumental in organizing the first tea party in Washington County.

Burns has a very positive vision for the future of our district. Maybe Quinn will invite capitalist Burns to his radio show.

You can learn more about the candidate by going to www.timburnsforcongress.com.

Amy Carney

Apollo, Armstrong County

This has all of the Russell's opponents campaign talking points. Quinn knows a phony when he sees one. That is why Quinn has stuck with Russell.

Burns is endorsed by Rob Gleason. Gleason is the King of Insurance for the defense contractors. Gleason is proud of the business he writes for the defense contractor. This from Mr. Gleason’s brochure for his companies, Gleason Insurance, Gleason Financial, and Gleason Technology:

“We have been able to build our business, knowing Gleason is looking out for all of our insurance needs.” Ronald Kuchera, Chief Financial Officer, Kuchera Industries

Kuchera Industries was raided by the FBI and was investigated by the Federal Elections Commission.

Gleason Covers Russell's Opponent

Gleason Covers Russell's Opponent

I got you covered Tim. Seems that not all Gleason covers. Gleason is the King of Insurance for the defense contractors. Gleason is proud of the business he writes for the defense contractor. This from Mr. Gleason’s brochure for his companies, Gleason Insurance, Gleason Financial, and Gleason Technology:

“We have been able to build our business, knowing Gleason is looking out for all of our insurance needs.” Ronald Kuchera, Chief Financial Officer, Kuchera Industries

Kuchera Industries was raided by the FBI and was investigated by the Federal Elections Commission.

Russell’s opponent is the pre-packaged chauffeur for Gleason. Gleason has been influence peddling for too long now. Judas Iscariot betrayed Jesus for 30 pieces of silver, how many pieces of silver will Gleason sell to betray the 12th District for.

We are going to lose this seat if Russell’s opponent is elected because of his connection with Gleason.

Russell is a warrior. Russell has had first-hand experience on some of the major issues of our time. Unlike his opponent, Russell is a combat veteran and has what it takes to make him an exemplary Congressman for all veterans. For his district, he will prove to be a fighter – like he’s always been.

Tim Burns and his amateurs

Tuesday evening I attended a defense industry seminar in Johnstown. Also, in attendance was the campaign manager for Tim Burns accompanied by what looked like three frat boys. One was toting a camcorder. I as a life long Republican was aghast at what I saw. This was nothing more than a bungled amateur Watergate style covert ops sanctioned by Burns.

Burns, if you really wanted to know what was going on at the seminar you should have asked your boss Gleason. After all Gleason is the insurance broker for most of the defense industry in Johnstown. What will Gleason do with LAM – Life After Murtha.

Bill Russell is a professional and understands the needs of the Johnstown defense industry. Russell would not have embarrassed the Republican Party as Burns’ amateurs have.

Gleason wants to lose.

Gleason admitted in a recent Washington Independent article that he doesn’t care about winning the congressional seat when he chastised Mr. Russell for running too hard in 2008. Mr. Gleason whined, “I lost a state legislature race in 2008 because Russell was surging in the polls and Murtha turned out his forces to come out for the Democrats.”

Reprinted with permission

Gleason Doesnt Know the Difference Between a Winner From a Loser

The idea going around that Bill Russell should start a write-in campaign is great idea. Russell was successful before. The people of the 12th need a candidate like Russell that can stand on his own. Not Tim Burns who is a puppet of Gleason. Gleason choose Burns because he was a loser and he could be manipulated. Gleason must be a Democrat choosing a loser like Burns rather than a winner like Russell.

Gleason Linked To Kuchera Industries

Gleason who appointed Burns is linked to Kuchera Industries. Kuchera Industries was raided by the FBI and was investigated by the Federal Elections Commission. And this from Mr. Gleason’s brochure for his companies, Gleason Insurance, Gleason Financial, and Gleason Technology:

“We have been able to build our business, knowing Gleason is looking out for all of our insurance needs.”

Ronald Kuchera, Chief Financial Officer
Kuchera Industries

With Jack Murtha gone, how will Gleason use Tim Burns.

Was Gleason looking out for more than Kuchera's insurance needs.

You're hired Tim Burns.

Boss PAGOP Rob Gleason had a job opening for a Congressman. Instead of asking the people who should fill the job, he filled it himself.
Democracy at work.

Lt. Col. William Russell (USAR) is the people's candidate.

Did you receive the following email from Rob Gleason, Chairman of the PA GOP. If not, then you are not among the elite of the Republican Party. Burns got it because Rob Gleason hand picked him to be the GOP's poster boy. Burns said that he doesn't even know what his own schedule is. But Rob Gleason does. Burns said everyone tells him what to do, including Rob Gleason. Burns is not his own man. But Bill Russell is. He is the people's candidate. Not Rob Gleason's candidate.



-Original Message-----
From: Robert Gleason [mailto:rgleason@pagop.org]
Sent: Thursday, March 18, 2010 2:52 PM
To: rgleason@pagop.org
Subject: Help Us Win the Murtha Seat



Dear Friend,

In less than 3 months, Pennsylvania will hold a special election to fill the Congressional seat held by the late Representative John Murtha. This is a key opportunity for the Republican Party to gain another seat in Congress and strengthen the buffer against Speaker Nancy Pelosi's far left agenda.

Congressman Murtha and I both hail from Johnstown and I can tell you firsthand how difficult it was to face him every two years. However, now that this is an open seat, our Party has a real chance to be victorious. Afterall, the 12th Congressional District is the only district in the country that voted for John Kerry in 2004 and voted for John McCain in 2008. It certainly is a changing district and one that I wholeheartedly believe the GOP can win!

The eyes of the nation will be on Pennsylvania. Much like the Massachusetts Senate seat formerly held by Ted Kennedy, Democrats have for too long acted as if the 12th District “belongs” to them. Winning this seat will send a message to the White House and Democrats everywhere that no seat in Congress is safe when our country is being run in such an irresponsible and reckless manner.

Our PAGOP staff was instrumental in securing the victory in Massachusetts that sent shockwaves throughout the nation. As many of you know, we sent a busload of professional staff and volunteers to the Bay state for the final few days to make phone calls, knock on doors and track voter turnout throughout Election Day. We now have an opportunity to repeat that success in our home state, and we MUST deliver!

Just as the victory in Massachusetts would not have been achieved without a quality candidate like Scott Brown, we have the right candidate to bring home a victory in the 12th. Our candidate, Tim Burns, is committed to working hard to bring his business acumen and commitment to limited government to Washington. We have the political climate working in our favor, an experienced staff, volunteers and the right plan of action to achieve victory on May 18th. We need Republicans to come out and support Tim Burns in the 12th just as we all rallied around Scott Brown in Massachusetts.

That’s why, as Chairman of the Republican Party of Pennsylvania, I am asking for your help in this special election that will take place on May 18th. Please consider contributing to the Republican Party of Pennsylvania. You can donate by going to www.pagop.org or sending a check made payable to:

Republican Federal Committee of Pennsylvania

112 State St.

Harrisburg, Pa 17101

With Democrats across the nation ready to descend on Pennsylvania, your assistance could prove to be a difference maker in this crucial vote.

Please feel free to contact me with your questions or comments any time via email at rgleason@pagop.org or by phone at 717-234-4901.

Thank you for your time, and onward to victory!



With warm regards,

ckgsig

Rob Gleason Chris Gleason

Chairman Finance Chairman


Tim Burns didn't even vote in 2000, 2002 or 2004. Send Rob Gleason an email to rgleason@pagop.org or phone him at 717-234-4901. Tell him that you want the people's candidate Bill Russell not his candidate.

A message from Lt. Col. William Russell, (USAR)

I am pleased to join my friend, Gov. Mike Huckabee, who endorsed my candidacy in 2008, to help stop the takeover of our health care from the federal government. Please take a moment to read this personal message from Governor Huckabee, and then join with me in this effort to stop the liberals from destroying our country.

"President Obama, Nancy Pelosi, and Harry Reid are doing everything in their power to push through a Health Care bill that would mandate federally funded abortions along with a host of other issues that the American people have clearly said they don't want. We can not sit back and allow this to happen. I am encouraging everyone to call their senators and representatives and as many more as you can and tell them that YOU want them to vote NO on this healthcare bill. Go to CallCongressNow.com and get the contact information for every member of Congress, their DC and Local office's information is located there. Also, encourage your friends to do the same. We need everyone, this is too important to our country and our culture. Thank you for your help! " - Mike Huckabee


Please make the calls as soon as you can...it's important.

Thanks for your help.

Best regards,

Bill Russell
Lt. Colonel (ret)
Candidate for Congress

Tim Burns' Awkard Position

Tim Burns' Awkward Position

March 12, 2010 1:55 PM
By Reid Wilson

He's been the GOP nominee for all of a day, but already businessman Tim Burns (R) faces a delicate balancing act in the race to replace the late Rep. John Murtha (D-PA) -- one that could fatally compromise the GOP's chances of taking back a seat they might otherwise win.

Burns will face ex-Murtha aide Mark Critz (D) in the May 18 special election to fill the remainder of Murtha's term. But that same day, Burns will face a well-funded challenger from the right in the regularly-scheduled GOP primary.

That could force Burns into a dangerous dual game, at once appealing to moderate voters with talk of jobs and the economy while struggling not to turn them off if he's forced to appeal to a GOP base interested more in social issues. And for his part, '08 nominee William Russell (R) has little interest, or intention, of making Burns' path any easier.

Burns' choice, as some see it, could be between winning a special election while losing a primary, and appealing to the GOP base in order to win the primary while losing the special, a result that would leave him terminally weakened in advance of the Nov. elections.*

Hoping to avoid a backlash similar to that which divided the GOP in NY-23 last year, the PA GOP backed off initial plans to select a nominee through the state party, a plan Russell allies lambasted as tainted. Instead, delegates voted for Burns by a 2-1 margin in a conference procress -- a process Russell also slammed as illegitimate.

"The outcome was always a foregone conclusion. We knew they were going to ram this through and they did," one Russell advisor said. At the conclusion of the process, Russell said he would run in a primary.

The NRCC will back Burns, but the committee has not committed to spending money on his behalf for the special election. The NRCC has little money to spend, and party strategists see the big Dem voter registration edge as a disadvantage not easily overcome.
But Burns spokesperson Tad Rupp said GOPers have a strong chance to reclaim the district, and that his candidate will be able to avoid the dance between conservative GOPers and centrist independents.

"When you start looking at the values of voters and what they are taking into account, conservative Democrats are as upset with Washington as Republicans in the district," Rupp said. "If you look at the district, it's exactly the kind that [GOPers] can turn red."

GOP strategists expressed surprise at how difficult it was to drive up negatives against unknown candidates, and indeed, Reps. Scott Murphy (D-NY) and Bill Owens (D-NY) won their respective races against GOPers who had run before. Now, the GOP has their own businessman with the ability to raise money -- and to write himself a big check.

Now that Burns is the nominee, Rupp said, the campaign will begin conversations with the NRCC about how much the party can help out. Otherwise, Burns is willing to spend significantly on his own behalf, but "he's not going to be a self-funder," Rupp said.

In one important respect, the GOP has departed from its earlier special election gaffes. In both NY-20 and NY-23, the party anointed elected officials to run for open seats, while Dems picked businessmen with little name ID and good fundraising skills.
Of 3 competitive special elections likely to occur before the midterms, GOPers have expressed the least confidence in their ability to win back Murtha's seat. The combination of an already-uneven voter registration tally, 2 competitive Dem primaries expected to drive turnout and Critz's relations with key players in the district will make Burns' race a tough slog.

What may be tougher is the balancing act between appeals to independent voters and appeals to conservatives who may not let Burns on the ballot in Nov.

* -- A footnote: Winning a special election the same day one loses a primary isn't unheard of. Ex-Rep. Neil Abercrombie (D-HI) won a special election to replace Cecil Heftel (D) in '86, the same day he lost the general election nomination to Mufi Hannemann (D). Hannemann went on to lose the general election to Rep. Pat Saiki (R) that Nov.

William Russell for Congress Fundraising Social & Rally

William Russell for Congress
Fundraising Social & Rally
Groups to email Invitation:
Bill Russell
Indiana Tea Party Group Mario Alexander 724-479-3041
Lt. Colonel William Russell (USAR ret.)
* FOR CONGRESS * ~ * FOR COUNTRY *
Republican - 12th Congressional District
FUNDRAISING SOCIAL & RALLY
Date: Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Fundraising Social

Come out & meet and mingle with 12th District Candidate
Lt. Colonel William Russell, State Representative Jeff Pyle.
Meet local radio duo Quinn & Rose from 6:00 - 6:45 PM.

Time: 5:00 PM - 6:45 PM
Location: River Forest Country Club
130 Clubhouse Drive
Freeport
Cost: $50.00 per Person
$90.00 per Couple
Includes: Hors D’oeuvres / Refreshments / Dessert
(Cash Bar Available)
[Also includes VIP Parking & Seating at the Rally]
Deadline: R.S.V.P. by Friday, April 9
Rally
Emcees: Quinn & Rose (FM 104.7)
Speakers: State Representative Jeff Pyle, Candidate William Russell

Time: 7:00 PM

Location: Laube Hall - Freeport

Freeport Community Park

Cost: Free to all who believe in Freedom and Liberty!

 For Tickets to the Fundraising Social or Information, please call Mike at 724-831-9976 or email at mjm821@yahoo.com

 For More Information about Bill Russell go to; www. russellbrigade.com

Event Sponsored by: Citizens for Constitutional Conservatives

Town Hall Meeting

The Indiana/Armstrong Patriots, a newly organized group with nearly 200 members in Indiana and Armstrong Counties, has a TOWN HALL MEETING scheduled for Thursday, March 18th at 7 pm at the Quality Inn on Rt. 119 south of Indiana. The town hall meeting speakers will be Tim Burns from Washington County and Bill Russell from Johnstown. These two Republicans are running for the seat previously occupied by the John P. Murtha. Bring your questions and concerns for these candidates.

Burns! Not ready for prime time.

Burns, who last week won the GOP nomination for the 12th District special election, was referring to then-candidate Barack Obama’s infamous statement during the presidential campaign that rural Pennsylvania voters “cling” to guns and religion.
Sounds like Burns has to much time on his hands. Maybe Timothy needs to look for a job.

http://www.pa2010.com/2010/03/tim-burns-twitters-bibles-and-ammo/

Tim Burns Supports a New National Sales Tax

Tim Burns supports a new national sales tax! He supports a national sales tax of 23 percent on everything we purchase. But the new tax would actually be 34 percent for the federal government to take in the same amount of taxes it does today.

Don't we pay enough in federal taxes. We can't afford Tim Burns plan to create a new national sales tax!

Burn's. Out of touch with the 12th District.

Tim Burns lives a life like the Kennedy's. Burns lives in a $3.5 million, 4200 sq.ft home in the suburbs of Pittsburgh. He moved out of Johnstown long ago. His parents moved out of Johnstown and now live in Venice, Florida. Guess the life wasn't good enough for the Burns' in Johnstown. His parents write him letters about how great his life must be living in his multi-million dollar home in his gated community. How many voters in the 12th District are living a life like Burn's? Burns is out of touch with the 12th District. He is unelectable.

Tim Burns the Rhino.

Either Tim Burns doesn’t care about Republican causes or even worse, he’s just a RINO.

Tim Burns doesn’t vote consistently. If he can’t show up in crucial elections for our Republican candidates, he shouldn’t expect Republicans to show up for him. According to official records, Tim Burns didn’t vote in the 2000 Presidential election (Bush v. Gore), the 2002 General election (Rendell v. Fisher), or the 2004 Republican primary (Specter v. Toomey).

Tim Burns isn’t 100% committed to protecting life. In an interview with a conservative radio show, Burns said he wasn’t sure if he’d support a Constitutional Amendment that clearly says life begins at conception. Listen to the interview here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/flbradio/2009/05/14/interview-with-tim-burns

Tim Burns hasn’t ever been there for our Republican candidates. The multi-millionaire has opened up his pocketbook for all but 1 Republican candidate over the years when he gave a measly $1,000 to Rick Santorum in 2006. Where was he for the countless other Republican candidates we’ve all been working our tails off for so many years now?

Burns. Missing in Action.

Tim Burns is missing in action on gun rights.

The sudden passing of Congressman Jack Murtha leaves his district suddenly in play for both major parties. Names were immediately thrown in the ring, but how have each of these candidates been on the Second Amendment? A friend like Rep. Murtha.

Based on reports from political reporters, here are some of the names that have been dropped from each party and candidates who were previously planning a run at the seat:

Republican
Bill Russell – A rated
Sen. Kim Ward – A rated
Rep. Dave Reed – A rated
Rep. Jeff Pyle – A+ rated
Diana Irey – A rated
Tim Burns – unknown

Burns. Not much of a player.

For a guy with so much money (Burns), interesting that the only federal candidate he ever contributed to was Santorum...and just once in 2006 for $1000. And there is no evidence of Burns ever giving any money to any state candidate. He's certainly hasn't been much of a player.