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Bobby F. · 06-07-2006, 05:30 PM

Bilbray Wins! Plus, A Ken Mehlman Teleconference
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The big election of the day yesterday was the Bilbray (R) vs. Busby (D) Brawl over who would replace Duke Cunningham in California's 50th district. The polls had been tight all along and Cunningham's corruption and small candidates draining support from Bilbray turned the election into a possible Democratic pick-up even though it's a Republican leaning district.

However, in the end, Bilbray triumphed. Although the two independent candidates raked in a little more than 5% of the vote, Bilbray won by 49%-45%.

Ken Mehlman, Chairman of the RNC, had a teleconference about the race this morning. He said the Republican ground game made a big difference and turned a 31% margin for Busby in absentee ballots into a 20% margin, which helped guarantee Bilbray's victory.

I asked Ken if the fact that Bilbray won was an indication that Republican voters and the public in general favored the House plan. Mehlman basically said no -- they really favor the comprehensive plan the President wants and they don't know that much about the specifics.

Let's think about this. Bilbray's top issue was his get tough stance on illegal immigration and he was very vocal about his opposition to the comprehensive illegal immigration reform that came through the Senate. In fact, everyone seems to be willing to acknowledge that is why he managed to win the Republican primary.

Then, Bilbray gets into a race with Busby who strongly supports the comprehensive illegal immigration that came out of the Senate, so much so that she was even inviting illegal aliens to vote and work on her campaign. Then, after a campaign which seemed to revolve around illegal immigration finally ends, Bilbray wins and Busby loses.

Yet, Mehlman looks at all and comes to the conclusion that even though people voted against the candidate who supported comprehensive immigration reform, that's what people really want? Ken, Ken, Ken, you're great, but people aren't going to be fooled by that ridiculous spin.

(See more on the teleconference over at Hugh Hewitt's blog)

On a related note, last night was a lot of fun because I got to watch the Kos kids deflate in real time as the numbers came in and they began to realize that Bilbray was going to win. Here's some of what they said last night after they learned Busby was down 8 points after the first numbers came out:

cookiesandmilk: "Diebold Express. When you care enough to cheat the very best!"

mstarr77: "this is ridiculous...third world democracy in action"

bronxbayo: "it really is starting to sound as if they are still cooking this meal, and that is why we haven't seen any official results. what's with all this swagger from the Bilbray camp and *ss-kissing from the media? the fix in?"

Young and on the air: "I know people might get mad about this....but I wouldn't put it past these f*cks to be flipping things as we speak. I know I know...it is the dirty little secret we don't talk about here but just consider it for a minute. These f*ckers lied us into a 2 trillion dollar war, are covering up some problems with building 7, and have shown themselves to be very capable of stealing elections accross the state."

Phoenix Democrat: "San Diegans who voted for Bilbray are morons. The 50% of San Diegans who voted for Bilbray don't care if the United States gets flushed down the toilet."

Elise: "First of all. A Republican has NOT yet WON a close election in this case!

Secondly, I am suspicious of all the extra time needed to count votes in each of these closely contested races...where somehow, the Repug squeaks out the win by JUST enough. But there are NEVER any delays in any of the other districts...GEE, I wonder the f*ck why?!

Be LOGICAL...THINK CRITICALLY...."

paida: "I AM SICK OF LOSING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

mikey1ca: "i feel the same way. It is so depressing to get our hopes up every cycle, only to have these idiots keep voting for the crooks."

Ah....good times!

Janice · 06-10-2006, 01:17 PM

So much for the Democratic platform, "Culture of Corruption".

James"Thunder"Early · 06-10-2006, 01:20 PM

Smartens up? This was already a GOP district and the main issue was immigration which Bilbray had the position of most of the voters.

Bobby F. · 06-10-2006, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by James"Thunder"Early

Smartens up? This was already a GOP district and the main issue was immigration which Bilbray had the position of most of the voters.

But you libs were strutting around like peacocks talking about how you were going to win. Also Rob "Meathead" Riener had his big tax hike for one of his projects shot down. So the Cali people are smartening up. Finally.

Janice · 06-10-2006, 01:36 PM

A lot of the Dems are calling this a "Moral Victory", just like they did when Paul Hackett lost.

06-07-2006, 05:30 PM	#1
Bobby F. Banned!! "Bob hates you." Join Date: Nov 30, 2004 Posts: 3,803	Cali finally smartens up! Bilbray Wins! Bilbray Wins! Plus, A Ken Mehlman Teleconference http://rightwingnews.com/ The big election of the day yesterday was the Bilbray (R) vs. Busby (D) Brawl over who would replace Duke Cunningham in California's 50th district. The polls had been tight all along and Cunningham's corruption and small candidates draining support from Bilbray turned the election into a possible Democratic pick-up even though it's a Republican leaning district. However, in the end, Bilbray triumphed. Although the two independent candidates raked in a little more than 5% of the vote, Bilbray won by 49%-45%. Ken Mehlman, Chairman of the RNC, had a teleconference about the race this morning. He said the Republican ground game made a big difference and turned a 31% margin for Busby in absentee ballots into a 20% margin, which helped guarantee Bilbray's victory. I asked Ken if the fact that Bilbray won was an indication that Republican voters and the public in general favored the House plan. Mehlman basically said no -- they really favor the comprehensive plan the President wants and they don't know that much about the specifics. Let's think about this. Bilbray's top issue was his get tough stance on illegal immigration and he was very vocal about his opposition to the comprehensive illegal immigration reform that came through the Senate. In fact, everyone seems to be willing to acknowledge that is why he managed to win the Republican primary. Then, Bilbray gets into a race with Busby who strongly supports the comprehensive illegal immigration that came out of the Senate, so much so that she was even inviting illegal aliens to vote and work on her campaign. Then, after a campaign which seemed to revolve around illegal immigration finally ends, Bilbray wins and Busby loses. Yet, Mehlman looks at all and comes to the conclusion that even though people voted against the candidate who supported comprehensive immigration reform, that's what people really want? Ken, Ken, Ken, you're great, but people aren't going to be fooled by that ridiculous spin. (See more on the teleconference over at Hugh Hewitt's blog) On a related note, last night was a lot of fun because I got to watch the Kos kids deflate in real time as the numbers came in and they began to realize that Bilbray was going to win. Here's some of what they said last night after they learned Busby was down 8 points after the first numbers came out: cookiesandmilk: "Diebold Express. When you care enough to cheat the very best!" mstarr77: "this is ridiculous...third world democracy in action" bronxbayo: "it really is starting to sound as if they are still cooking this meal, and that is why we haven't seen any official results. what's with all this swagger from the Bilbray camp and ss-kissing from the media? the fix in?" Young and on the air: "I know people might get mad about this....but I wouldn't put it past these fcks to be flipping things as we speak. I know I know...it is the dirty little secret we don't talk about here but just consider it for a minute. These fckers lied us into a 2 trillion dollar war, are covering up some problems with building 7, and have shown themselves to be very capable of stealing elections accross the state." Phoenix Democrat: "San Diegans who voted for Bilbray are morons. The 50% of San Diegans who voted for Bilbray don't care if the United States gets flushed down the toilet." Elise: "First of all. A Republican has NOT yet WON a close election in this case! Secondly, I am suspicious of all the extra time needed to count votes in each of these closely contested races...where somehow, the Repug squeaks out the win by JUST enough. But there are NEVER any delays in any of the other districts...GEE, I wonder the fck why?! Be LOGICAL...THINK CRITICALLY...." paida: "I AM SICK OF LOSING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" mikey1ca: "i feel the same way. It is so depressing to get our hopes up every cycle, only to have these idiots keep voting for the crooks." Ah....good times!

06-10-2006, 01:17 PM	#2
Janice Administrator Forum Celebrity Stormin' Norman Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 34,477	So much for the Democratic platform, "Culture of Corruption". __________________ God Bless Our Troops

06-10-2006, 01:20 PM	#3
James"Thunder"Early Moderator Whoever's In New England Join Date: Feb 23, 2004 Location: The Apollo Posts: 6,909	Smartens up? This was already a GOP district and the main issue was immigration which Bilbray had the position of most of the voters. __________________ Esther Anderson: Get thee behind me, Satan, but I'm gon' get behind you, 'cause I'm gonna put my foot in your--- Peggy Mitchell: Get outta my pub! You better pray you get the last laugh, it's a kick in the teeth when you don't get it.

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06-10-2006, 01:36 PM	#5
Janice Administrator Forum Celebrity Stormin' Norman Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 34,477	A lot of the Dems are calling this a "Moral Victory", just like they did when Paul Hackett lost.