Many thanks to the voters and those who supported my campaign for Union Township Trustee. Some made herculean efforts and all amounts of support were greatly appreciated. No campaign is a one-man show. A successful campaign requires a team of dedicated volunteers. You are the winners.
My immediate post-election task was disassembling The Becker-Mobile (removing the 4×8 Becker sign (complete with lights) mounted 10 feet high in my F150), collecting signs, returning congratulatory calls, texts, and emails, putting away campaign materials, and getting my life back to normal.
Congratulations to Joe Dills who came in first place by a wide margin in this “pick two” election. (He worked the campaign hard and he earned it.) I am very much looking forward to working with him and Trustee Michael Logue beginning in January 2022. Additionally, I’m also looking forward to working with the entire Union Township administration team. They are all very fine people.
The other three candidates deserve praise for running strong and clean campaigns focused on their strengths and the issues. They are all good men and I wish them well.
During the month of November, I’ve met with our fiscal officer, administrator, each department head, and union leaders to hear their suggestions and concerns. I’ve read through the 202-page book of zoning regulations, our union contracts, employee handbook, and multiple other documents and publications. There is still a lot more for me to read and research.
Amongst other things, the staff is assessing the possibility of placing recycling bins near the service garage and installing speed tables in various neighborhoods. If these initiatives pass scrutiny and the other trustees agree, then you will likely see them next year.
Union Township Administrator, Ken Geis, Retires as of December 31, 2021
Like a quarterback who won multiple and back-to-back Super Bowls and retires at the pinnacle of his career, Ken Geis has announced his retirement.
I’ve said it repeatedly and publicly: “If it weren’t for Ken Geis, Union Township would look like Detroit.” That, of course, is a reference to Detroit’s epic decline due to corruption, mismanagement, and bankruptcy in 2013. Although bankruptcy was never an issue for Union Township, corruption and mismanagement certainly had been.
It was also in 2013 that both Trustees, who won in that election year, ran on a platform of firing Ken Geis. After their successful election, I doubt if I was the only person who spoke to the new Trustees about keeping Ken Geis on as the Union Township Administrator. Fortunately, they did and a misguided campaign promise was broken.
The results of that broken campaign promise meant that Ken Geis was free to continue working his wizardry putting deals together for Total Quality Logistics, Ivy Pointe, Jungle Jim’s, West Clermont High School, Mt. Carmel Brewery, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, Mercy Health Hospitals, Cincinnati Eye Institute, RJ Cinemas, Casey’s General Store, Hamilton Safe, and more.
It has long been evident to me that Ken Geis is probably the smartest man in Clermont County and likely one of the smartest men in Ohio. Although I am very disappointed to learn that he is leaving Union Township, I certainly wish him well in his future pursuits.
Becker wins in the 12th District Court of Appeals
Many thanks to my attorney, Nick Owens. But for his legal expertise and passion for justice, this victory would not have been possible.
December 6, 2021 Union Township GOP meeting at RJ’s Cinema at 7 PM.
December 9, 2021 Union Township Trustees meeting at the Civic Center at 7 PM.
December 25, 2021 Merry Christmas!
December 26, 2021 Happy Boxing Day!
January 1, 2022 Happy New Year!
Becker – Vetted, Tested, and Proven!
“…John Becker, an ‘archconservative’ former state lawmaker from the Cincinnati area…” as described by Cleveland.com (February 2021). “[State Rep. John Becker,] one of Ohio’s most conservative lawmakers…” proclaimed Cleveland.com (October 2020). “Clermont County State Rep. John Becker, one of the most conservative members of the Ohio House…” according to Cleveland.com (August 2019). Becker wins “Sponsor of Liberty” award by the Republican Liberty Caucus of Ohio (October 2018). “Becker has a legitimate claim as the state’s most conservative legislator,” according to The [Cleveland] Plain Dealer (September 2017). “Rep. John Becker, suburban Cincinnati Republican… [holds] the unofficial title as the General Assembly’s most conservative lawmaker,” proclaimed the Columbus Dispatch (September 2015). Becker wins prestigious William Wilberforce Leadership Award (April 2015). “GOP Ohio House freshman Becker is no shrinking violet,” headlined the Columbus Dispatch (December 2014). “Becker…is arguably the most conservative member of the Ohio House,” said The Cincinnati Enquirer (January 2014). Ranked as a top tier “most archconservative” by the Columbus Dispatch (September 2013).
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Disclaimer Nothing in this newsletter constitutes legal advice. I am not an attorney and do not play one on TV. This newsletter is not sanctioned by the GOP, ORP, or any organization, or affiliation. Much of it is simply my opinion. I am fully and solely responsible for my opinion. Although I strive for accuracy, this is not “The Gospel according to John.” Additionally, I don’t necessarily try to be “fair and balanced.” After all, I didn’t get into politics to be a news reporter. My agenda is to influence public policy consistent with Southern Ohio conservative values. For more information on my motivations or how to get involved, see: What is a Central Committee?
John Becker, CTP, MBA for Union Township Trustee (Clermont County)
My platform is outlined at www.BeckerGOP.com. Please let me know if you’d like to help with my campaign. I need people to stand outside of polling locations, this Tuesday (11/2/2021), on my behalf. Email John@BeckerGOP.com or call me 24/7 at 513-753-6440 (voice only).
Letter to the Editor published in the Clermont Sun – October 27, 2021
Letter to the Editor: Becker’s accomplishments in the Ohio House My name is Kim Martin. I am a RN who has lived in Clermont County for several years. I am writing to demonstrate my strong support for John Becker who is running for Union Township Trustee. I have come to know him as a man of integrity who is willing to stand up for “we the people” against government overreach and corruption. He stands out as being one who personally addresses the concerns of his constituents. He did not rely on his aides to do the talking for him or rely on form letter responses when he served as Ohio State Representative. He personally took the calls of his constituents even on weekends and after hours.
He is strongly Pro-life and Pro-constitution. He has taken classes on the constitution and actually attempts to uphold his oath to it, unlike most politicians. He actually voted against a pay raise for himself when working as a State Representative and donated the raise to community organizations for an entire year when the State General Assembly voted for a pay raise despite his opposition. (That pay raise was instituted by attaching it to a first responders’ widows and orphans bill during a lame duck session effective 1-1-2019.) John has participated in the Right to Life March in Washington DC every 10 years since 1983 and supports the work of local crisis Pregnancy centers. Actions speak louder than words.
I became concerned when I recently received political mail falsely claiming that Rep. Becker had “no successes in 8 years in the Ohio House.” Not surprisingly, that was one of many lies and misrepresentations that continue to be told by his opponents. Mr. Becker provided a list to me of his specific legislative accomplishments. They are public record and noted below.
Mr. Becker’s House Bill 130-191 got amended by the Senate into another one of his bills. It was House Bill 130-234. HB 130-191 repealed what was effectively a large capacity magazine ban (31 rounds). HB 130-234 joint sponsored with Cheryl Grossman got signed into law as Grossman/Becker. It allows the use of suppressors (silencers) on guns for hunting. It also expanded reciprocity and streamlined the licensure process for concealed carry.
Representative Becker also successfully amended House Bill 131-56 with amendment number AM0267 and got it signed into law. One of his constituents reached out to him for help regarding an expungement for their son. After examining the law and recognizing that an injustice was at hand, Mr. Becker led the way to successfully get the law changed to allow for the expungement.
Another example of Mr. Becker’s ability to successfully work for his constituents was getting 131-2047 amended into House Bill 131-240. It too got signed into law. The story behind that began with a tragic suicide. The widow wanted the gun returned to the family. Representative Becker successfully worked with the Clermont County Prosecutor and the Union Township Police. Once again, he got it done.
House Bill 132-233 (DEFEND), sponsored by Representative Becker, passed the Ohio House by a 65 to 31 vote.
House Bill 133-219 (SALES), sponsored by Representative Becker, got amended into House Bill 133-674 (sponsored by Representative Hillyer) and passed the Ohio House 76 to 16. After multiple changes by the Senate, it got signed into law as Hillyer/Becker. The bill made a number of needed changes to Ohio’s alcohol laws.
As Chairman of the Ohio House Federalism Committee, Representative Becker presided over the hearings for House Bill 133-178. Constitutional Carry (Hood/Brinkman) successfully passed out of the Federalism Committee. It was Chairman Becker’s leadership that got it done. Furthermore, it marked the first time that Constitutional Carry had ever passed any legislative committee in Ohio.
John was not eligible to run again for State Representative this year. since he completed eight consecutive years. He has chosen to run for Union Township Trustee against incumbents J. McGraw and B. McGee, whose record shows they are in favor of over-development (Remember the Miller Place?) rather than supporting “We the People” of Union Township. John Becker is the only trustee candidate who stood with Union Township residents and the Cincinnati Nature Center to stop over-development of the Rumpke Road subdivision in 2019. John’s performance as a representative was outstanding and he is the candidate with the best credentials and experience to serve the people of Union Township.
John Becker’s credentials, education, and certifications include: – Ohio State Representative 2013-2020. – Republican State Committeeman 2004-2012. – NRA Life Member. – Lifetime area resident with home ownership in Union Twp since 1985. – 30 years Private Sector Experience. – MBA with emphasis in taxation from Xavier University. – Certified Treasury Professional. – School District Treasurer’s License. – Graduate of Union Township Citizens’ Police Academy.
Please vote for John Becker for Union Township Trustee on November 2nd.
Thank you,
Kim Martin Union Township resident
Guest Editorial published in the Clermont Sun – October 27, 2021
Five candidates are running for the office of Union Township Trustee. It’s a pick two field race and the top two vote getters will be the winning candidates. I’m John Becker – one of the conservative Republican candidates and I’m asking for your vote. The election is this Tuesday, November 2nd, from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Until recently, the race had been fairly clean and civil with a friendly jab here and there in the spirit of competition.
Everything changed when a new PAC called “United for Union Township” reared its ugly head. It is clear that the PAC is supporting the incumbent Trustees and sending out mailers spewing flat-out lies and smears about both of the conservative Republican challengers. (I’m one of them.) These are the kinds of things that people hate about politics and why many good people refuse to run for office. Nobody wants to be lied about and have their good name publicly besmirched.
Amongst other things, the PAC claims that “business and community leaders are concerned…” Based on my sleuthing and connecting the dots, the truth is much more likely to be that one man, who seeks to be a puppet master, has lied to and duped a few donors in the business community. It’s too bad that they didn’t do a little due diligence on the puppet master before soiling their own good names. But mistakes happen.
The silence is deafening from the incumbent Trustees who are benefitting from this disgraceful PAC. Although one of them publicly denounced the PAC after being asked, I’ve seen no written public statements from him and nothing at all from the other incumbent Trustee.
I like to lead by example: It was during my 2018 primary race for re-election for State Representative that a PAC got involved in my race and several others across Ohio. At the time, I didn’t know who was behind it or why. They sent out a hit piece against my opponent that was totally unfair and uncalled for. After multiple phone calls to Columbus and getting nothing but denials, I created the following Facebook post on April 14, 2018:
This post is contrary to the recommendations of my advisors and may be politically insane. Regardless, I need to speak out: I WANT THE ATTACKS AGAINST MY OPPONENT TO STOP!!!
The Growth & Opportunity PAC has engaged in the race for the 65th State Representative District. I don’t know who they are, why they have engaged, or who is behind it. I’m unsure of their intent, but they are not helping me.
A few weeks ago, a robocall started out as a poll and then morphed into negative information about my opponent. (It was paid for by “Hard Data.”) I immediately reached out to my opponent to give her a heads-up and to let her know that I would try to find out who did it and that I wanted it stopped. My suspects all denied it and pointed fingers at each other.
This past Wednesday, a very large (8 ½ x 12) and ugly mailer got delivered to mailboxes district wide. It was an unfair and uncalled for hit piece on my opponent. Let me tell you folks; this is the kind of stuff about politics that I absolutely hate!
That hit piece was a VERY bad idea:
It was damaging to her business and therefore her livelihood. This goes beyond politics and is a shameful disgrace!
It was damaging to my reputation and good name. People wrongly assume that I’m behind it and therefore it makes me look like a jerk and a bully.
I am committed to a positive campaign. I think of my opponent as a fine young lady with a lot of potential. She did not deserve that attack piece. It was totally uncalled for and I repudiate the attack in the strongest terms!!!
Frankly, I’m embarrassed and mad as a hornet about it. My campaign people have always had strict orders to stay positive and to not attack my opponent. Going negative is not my style. I’d rather lose an election with dignity than win dirty. And I’m serious about that.
I DO NOT WANT MY OPPONENT ATTACKED AGAIN!!!
Facebook post on April 14, 2018
I got it stopped and it never happened again. Why can’t the incumbent Union Township Trustees do the same?
John Becker, CTP, MBA is a 36-year Union Township home owner, a tax professional, and was the State Representative for Northwestern Clermont County from 2013 – 2020 until forced out by term limits. He has a Xavier University MBA with an emphasis in Taxation, a Certified Treasury Professional (CTP), holds a current school district treasurer’s license, and is a graduate of the Union Township Citizens Police Academy. His website is www.BeckerGOP.com and can be reached at John@BeckerGOP.com or 513-753-6440 (voice only).
November 1, 2021 Notices and affidavits workshop at the 20th Century Theatre, 3021 Madison Rd., 45209 at 6:30 PM.
November 1, 2021 Union Township GOP meeting at Norlyn Manor at 7 PM.
November 2, 2021 Election Day from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM.
November 5, 2021 A Caring Place dinner and auction at the Oasis starting at 6 PM.
November 10, 2021 Stop the Mandates meeting at 7 PM. Contact Kim Martin at 513-
November 17, 2021 Clermont County GOP meeting at HQ in Batavia at 7 PM.
November 18, 2021 Union Township Trustees meeting at the Civic Center at 7 PM.
November 18, 2021 Clermont County Township Association meeting in Williamsburg Township at 6:30 PM.
Becker – Vetted, Tested, and Proven!
“…John Becker, an ‘archconservative’ former state lawmaker from the Cincinnati area…” as described by Cleveland.com (February 2021). “[State Rep. John Becker,] one of Ohio’s most conservative lawmakers…” proclaimed Cleveland.com (October 2020). “Clermont County State Rep. John Becker, one of the most conservative members of the Ohio House…” according to Cleveland.com (August 2019). Becker wins “Sponsor of Liberty” award by the Republican Liberty Caucus of Ohio (October 2018). “Becker has a legitimate claim as the state’s most conservative legislator,” according to The [Cleveland] Plain Dealer (September 2017). “Rep. John Becker, suburban Cincinnati Republican… [holds] the unofficial title as the General Assembly’s most conservative lawmaker,” proclaimed the Columbus Dispatch (September 2015). Becker wins prestigious William Wilberforce Leadership Award (April 2015). “GOP Ohio House freshman Becker is no shrinking violet,” headlined the Columbus Dispatch (December 2014). “Becker…is arguably the most conservative member of the Ohio House,” said The Cincinnati Enquirer (January 2014). Ranked as a top tier “most archconservative” by the Columbus Dispatch (September 2013).
Did this newsletter get sent to you by someone other than me? If so, please let me know at John@BeckerGOP.com and I will add you to my distribution list. That will ensure that you get it in a timelier manner. You may also forward this to your friends. Let me know if you would like to unsubscribe. This issue and back issues are available at: www.BeckerGOP.com.
Disclaimer Nothing in this newsletter constitutes legal advice. I am not an attorney and do not play one on TV. This newsletter is not sanctioned by the GOP, ORP, or any organization, or affiliation. Much of it is simply my opinion. I am fully and solely responsible for my opinion. Although I strive for accuracy, this is not “The Gospel according to John.” Additionally, I don’t necessarily try to be “fair and balanced.” After all, I didn’t get into politics to be a news reporter. My agenda is to influence public policy consistent with Southern Ohio conservative values. For more information on my motivations or how to get involved, see: What is a Central Committee?
John Becker, CTP, MBA for Union Township Trustee (Clermont County)
My platform is outlined at www.BeckerGOP.com and below. Please let me know if you’d like to help with my campaign or if you’ll allow me to place a sign on your property. Email John@BeckerGOP.com or call me 24/7 at 513-753-6440 (voice only).
Smart Development – Not Residential Overdevelopment
Remember the Miller Place? The residents of the Rumpke Road subdivision will never forget.
All three (at the time) trustees and both current incumbent trustees, in a callous disregard for the overwhelming and legitimate objections of the citizens of Union Township and the environmental threat to the Cincinnati Nature Center, attempted to illegally circumvent a federal court consent decree to quadruple the population of the Rumpke Road subdivision.
And to add insult to injury, those trustees spent nearly $30,000* of Union Township taxpayer money to fight the residents of Union Township and the Cincinnati Nature Center.
*According to Fiscal Officer Ron Campbell, the Miller Place litigation expense paid to the law director was $28,225.94.
Whose neighborhood will be the next target of both incumbent trustees? Will they spend your money to fight you too?
Only one candidate for Union Township Trustee stood with the Miller Place/Rumpke Road/Cincinnati Nature Center coalition against the incumbent trustees:
Which candidate lives in the Rumpke Road subdivision and literally stood with his neighbors? – John Becker
Which candidate provided a walking list and other political assistance to the Miller Place/Rumpke Road/Cincinnati Nature Center coalition? – John Becker
Which candidate’s wife circulated referendum petitions around union township? – John Becker
Which candidate has one of his Rumpke Road subdivision neighbors on his trustee replacement committee in case of death or resignation? – John Becker
Which candidate donated financially to both the Cincinnati Nature Center and the Rumpke Road legal defense fund on behalf of his neighbors? – John Becker
Who is the only candidate who was there for the people when it mattered most? – John Becker
Beautiful Neighborhoods
As a percentage of Union Township’s housing, single family homes are in decline.
Union Township can once again become a community known for beautiful neighborhoods rather than apartment complexes, dollar stores, storage cubes, and tattoo parlors.
Debt
Union Township’s debt payments account for nearly 40 percent of all spending.*
Inflation coupled with future interest rate increases could require higher taxes to pay escalating interest expenses. Union Township needs a conservative financial professional with an MBA who can keep Union Township fiscally stable.
Senior citizens on a fixed income are the most vulnerable to property tax increases. Higher taxes are a threat to their ability to stay in their homes.
Union Township needs a fiscal conservative who can control spending and minimize the upward pressure on taxes.
Public Safety and Health
Prioritize spending to ensure and enhance all levels of public safety including police, fire, emergency medical service (EMS), road improvements, speed tables, and sidewalks.
Quality of life in Union Township will improve with smart priorities balancing the needs of the residents without excessively burdening the taxpayers.
Allow Firearms to be carried concealed by CCW licensed citizens where permitted by state law.
State law allows Rambo to attend a trustee’s meeting at the Union Township Civic Center openly armed to the teeth with high powered semi-automatic rifles, pistols, a backpack full of ammunition, and wearing camouflage over body armor. No firearms training or licensure is required. The trustees can’t change any of that.
What about grandma or a single mom who fears a former boyfriend? Without regard to her concealed carry permit, if she is in the Union Township Civic Center and has a .22 revolver (or any firearm) under her blanket or in her purse, she is subject to a felony charge. The penalty is 6 to 18 months in a state penitentiary and a maximum $5,000 fine. The trustees can allow CCW but have failed to do so.
Union Township needs a trustee who recognizes such inequities and is committed to resolve them.
Full-Time
Union Township needs a trustee who is available on a full-time basis to meet with residents and business owners to work on resolving their concerns.
Experience
Union Township needs a trustee who is well connected in state government, can draw on 30 years of business experience, and has a Xavier University MBA with an emphasis in Taxation.
September 28, 2021 Friends of Liberty United (FOLU) at the Day Heights Fireman’s Memorial Building located at 1313 SR 131 Milford OH 45150. Doors Open at 6:30. Meeting starts at 7pm.
October 2, 2021 Battle of the Badges Event at the Union Township Civic Center beginning at 3 PM. Game at 6 PM.
October 6, 2021 Covid “Stop the Mandates” meeting at the home of Kim and Denver Martin from 7 PM – 9 PM.
October 14, 2021 Union Township Trustees meeting at the Civic Center at 7 PM.
October 16, 2021 Western Clermont Republican Club Cornhole Tournament at American Legion Post #72 in Mt. Carmel at 6 PM.
October 20, 2021 Clermont County GOP meeting at HQ in Batavia at 7 PM?
October 21, 2021 Clermont County Township Association meeting at the Sheriff’s office at 6:30 PM.
October 21, 2021 Evening for Life at the Sharonville Convention Center
October 26, 2021 Friends of Liberty United (FOLU) at the Day Heights Fireman’s Memorial Building located at 1313 SR 131 Milford OH 45150. Doors Open at 6:30. Meeting starts at 7pm.
Becker – Vetted, Tested, and Proven!
“…John Becker, an ‘archconservative’ former state lawmaker from the Cincinnati area…” as described by Cleveland.com (February 2021). “[State Rep. John Becker,] one of Ohio’s most conservative lawmakers…” proclaimed Cleveland.com (October 2020). “Clermont County State Rep. John Becker, one of the most conservative members of the Ohio House…” according to Cleveland.com (August 2019). Becker wins “Sponsor of Liberty” award by the Republican Liberty Caucus of Ohio (October 2018). “Becker has a legitimate claim as the state’s most conservative legislator,” according to The [Cleveland] Plain Dealer (September 2017). “Rep. John Becker, suburban Cincinnati Republican… [holds] the unofficial title as the General Assembly’s most conservative lawmaker,” proclaimed the Columbus Dispatch (September 2015). Becker wins prestigious William Wilberforce Leadership Award (April 2015). “GOP Ohio House freshman Becker is no shrinking violet,” headlined the Columbus Dispatch (December 2014). “Becker…is arguably the most conservative member of the Ohio House,” said The Cincinnati Enquirer (January 2014). Ranked as a top tier “most archconservative” by the Columbus Dispatch (September 2013).
Did this newsletter get sent to you by someone other than me? If so, please let me know at John@BeckerGOP.com and I will add you to my distribution list. That will ensure that you get it in a timelier manner. You may also forward this to your friends. Let me know if you would like to unsubscribe. This issue and back issues are available at: www.BeckerGOP.com.
Disclaimer Nothing in this newsletter constitutes legal advice. I am not an attorney and do not play one on TV. This newsletter is not sanctioned by the GOP, ORP, or any organization, or affiliation. Much of it is simply my opinion. I am fully and solely responsible for my opinion. Although I strive for accuracy, this is not “The Gospel according to John.” Additionally, I don’t necessarily try to be “fair and balanced.” After all, I didn’t get into politics to be a news reporter. My agenda is to influence public policy consistent with Southern Ohio conservative values. For more information on my motivations or how to get involved, see: What is a Central Committee?
John Becker for Union Township (Clermont County) Trustee
My platform is outlined at www.BeckerGOP.com. After you’re there, scroll down or click on the issues tab. Please let me know if you’d like to help with my campaign or if you’ll allow me to place a sign on your property. Email John@BeckerGOP.com or call me 24/7 at 513-753-6440 (voice only).
A few more thoughts on Covid…
I’ve covered this topic extensively in the March 2021 and May 2021 editions of The Becker Report. I also touched on it again in the September 2021 issue. Unfortunately, the topic won’t go away. The following are my current thoughts:
Our government, and specifically the CDC, have a credibility problem…
Why don’t they tell us how many people are diagnosed with Covid as the primary ICD10 code? They give us wildly inflated numbers designed to frighten rather than inform. All along, everybody hospitalized who tested positive for Covid was a “Covid patient” without regard to whether or not Covid was a factor for their hospitalization. Anybody hospitalized for traffic accidents, gunshot wounds, poisoning, falls, etc. are “Covid patients” simply because they coincidentally tested positive.
Although very few people are dying of Covid (relative to the past), why don’t they tell us what preexisting conditions and comorbidities they had? Why don’t they compare and contrast the known risks that all of us live with daily such as being a traffic fatality or dying from the flu or pneumonia?
Why don’t they compare and contrast their “less than two percent mask efficacy” to the risks of wearing masks?
Maybe they should consider a more honest approach to encourage mask wearing: Simply explain that masks are a reminder to take Covid seriously and to take precautions. That would be a good first step to address the CDC’s credibility problem.
Should we trust the Covid Vaccines?
Remember this from the previous director of the CDC?: “This face mask is more guaranteed to protect me against Covid than when I take a Covid vaccine.” Since we know from the CDC’s data that masks are virtually useless (less than two percent efficacy) and the previous director of the CDC told us that masks are more effective than a vaccine, what does that tell us about the vaccines?
Covid is largely a known risk. We know that age and comorbidities increase the chances of death. We know that the survival rate for people under 30 is virtually 100 percent. We know that most people who get infected have either mild or no symptoms at all. The short term risk of the vaccine is being debated. There is no debate regarding the long term risk (3-5 years). Nobody knows.
Should we trust Governor DeWine? (Okay, that was a laugh line.)
There is a reason why a large proportion of the public believe that the CDC and Governor DeWine are incompetent. They have both repeatedly and unapologetically proven it. “We need lockdowns to flatten the curve.” We know from multiple studies that lockdowns do not and have never worked.
Insanity
Governor DeWine, as well as everybody else who continue to shove masks down our throats, don’t seem to believe that viruses spread while speaking into microphones, answering questions, or during dinner conversations. They seem to believe that viruses can only spread while you’re simply breathing or walking to your table at a restaurant. And then they wonder why we think they’re stupid and don’t trust them. Go figure.
Speaking of credibility, what about the major media?
Most reporters that I’ve dealt with try to do a good job and usually succeed. I’m going to give you one example to help you (the media) to understand why you have credibility problems and the public doesn’t trust you: You continue to refer to people opposed to vaccine mandates as “anti-vaccine.” Are you really that stupid? I’ve never met anybody who is “anti-vaccine.” Regardless, that’s one of many reasons why, we the people, think you’re stupid.
Afghanistan
Thoughts and prayers to our members of the military, civilians, and families who have become and/or will become victims of the Biden/Harris unconditional surrender.
Private Citizen Affidavits (PCAs)
The September and October 2020 editions of The Becker Report explains much of the detail. The 25 counties that I know of where PCAs have been filed or delivered per ORC 2935.09(D) are: Adams, Allen, Ashtabula, Belmont. Brown, Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Hancock, Highland, Lake, Licking, Lorain, Marion, Miami, Montgomery, Pickaway, Richland, Summit, Union, Warren, Washington, and Wood Counties. Only 63 more to go! The purpose of these is to seek out a judge or prosecutor willing to perform his clear legal duty as described in ORC 2935.10(A) and either issue an arrest warrant or launch an investigation into the charges outlined in the PCA against Governor DeWine.
August 31, 2021 Friends of Liberty United (FOLU) at the Day Heights Fireman’s Memorial Building located at 1313 SR 131 Milford OH 45150. Doors Open at 6:30. Meeting starts at 7pm.
September 8, 2021 Covid “Stop the Mandates” meeting at the Union Township Civic Center from 7 PM – 9 PM. Candice Keller will be the guest speaker.
September 9, 2021 Union Township Trustees meeting at the Civic Center at 7 PM.
September 11, 2021 “Free” (paid for by your tax dollars) concert behind the Union Township Civic Center at 7 PM.
September 14, 2021 Candidate Forum at RJ Cinema at 7 PM.
September 15, 2021 Clermont County GOP meeting at HQ in Batavia at 7 PM?
September 25, 2021 Union Township fireworks beginning at 8:30 PM at the UT Civic Center. Events throughout the day at Jungle Jim’s and Crossroads Church.
September 28, 2021 Friends of Liberty United (FOLU) at the Day Heights Fireman’s Memorial Building located at 1313 SR 131 Milford OH 45150. Doors Open at 6:30. Meeting starts at 7pm.
Becker – Vetted, Tested, and Proven!
“…John Becker, an ‘archconservative’ former state lawmaker from the Cincinnati area…” as described by Cleveland.com (February 2021). “[State Rep. John Becker,] one of Ohio’s most conservative lawmakers…” proclaimed Cleveland.com (October 2020). “Clermont County State Rep. John Becker, one of the most conservative members of the Ohio House…” according to Cleveland.com (August 2019). Becker wins “Sponsor of Liberty” award by the Republican Liberty Caucus of Ohio (October 2018). “Becker has a legitimate claim as the state’s most conservative legislator,” according to The [Cleveland] Plain Dealer (September 2017). “Rep. John Becker, suburban Cincinnati Republican… [holds] the unofficial title as the General Assembly’s most conservative lawmaker,” proclaimed the Columbus Dispatch (September 2015). Becker wins prestigious William Wilberforce Leadership Award (April 2015). “GOP Ohio House freshman Becker is no shrinking violet,” headlined the Columbus Dispatch (December 2014). “Becker…is arguably the most conservative member of the Ohio House,” said The Cincinnati Enquirer (January 2014). Ranked as a top tier “most archconservative” by the Columbus Dispatch (September 2013).
Did this newsletter get sent to you by someone other than me? If so, please let me know at John@BeckerGOP.com and I will add you to my distribution list. That will ensure that you get it in a timelier manner. You may also forward this to your friends. Let me know if you would like to unsubscribe. This issue and back issues are available at: www.BeckerGOP.com.
Disclaimer Nothing in this newsletter constitutes legal advice. I am not an attorney and do not play one on TV. This newsletter is not sanctioned by the GOP, ORP, or any organization, or affiliation. Much of it is simply my opinion. I am fully and solely responsible for my opinion. Although I strive for accuracy, this is not “The Gospel according to John.” Additionally, I don’t necessarily try to be “fair and balanced.” After all, I didn’t get into politics to be a news reporter. My agenda is to influence public policy consistent with Southern Ohio conservative values. For more information on my motivations or how to get involved, see: What is a Central Committee?
John Becker for Union Township (Clermont County) Trustee
I’ll be covering this more over the next few months. My platform is outlined at www.BeckerGOP.com. After you’re there, scroll down or click on the issues tab. Please let me know if you’d like to help with my campaign or if you’ll allow me to place a sign on your property. Email me at John@BeckerGOP.com or call my office 24/7 at 513-753-6640 (voice only).
The media has been breathlessly reporting that hospitalizations and deaths are up among the unvaccinated in some parts of the country. Consider these questions:
What age group?
What preexisting conditions?
Are they still counting a Covid diagnosis as a Covid death without regard to the actual cause of death?
Just to put things in perspective, how do current death rates for Covid compare to the seasonal flu prior to Covid?
Is it still true that, for working age people and younger, the risk of being a vehicular fatality is greater than the risk of being a Covid fatality?
Why are opinions contrary to the CDC and WHO continuing to be censored? What is it that they don’t want us to know?
Which is the greater risk? An experimental vaccine and its side-effects? Or the Covid virus for the vast majority of the population?
Given that a large majority of people have been vaccinated and a large unknown number have natural immunity due to prior infection and recovery, how close are we to herd immunity? Why don’t they want us to know?
Am I the only one who doesn’t trust our government?
Private Citizen Affidavits (PCAs)
The September and October 2020 editions of The Becker Report explains much of the detail. The 25 counties that I know of where PCAs have been filed or delivered per ORC 2935.09(D) are: Adams, Allen, Ashtabula, Belmont. Brown, Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Hancock, Highland, Lake, Licking, Lorain, Marion, Miami, Montgomery, Pickaway, Richland, Summit, Union, Warren, Washington, and Wood Counties. Only 63 more to go! The purpose of these is to seek out a judge or prosecutor willing to perform his clear legal duty as described in ORC 2935.10(A) and either issue an arrest warrant or launch an investigation into the charges outlined in the PCA against Governor DeWine.
August 2, 2021 Union Township GOP meeting at the Civic Center at 7 PM.
August 5, 2021 Union Township Police Night Out at Veterans Park at 6 PM.
August 7, 2021 “Free” (paid for by your tax dollars) concert behind the Union Township Civic Center at 8 PM.
August 12, 2021 Union Township Trustees meeting at the Civic Center at 7 PM.
August 14, 2021 “Free” (paid for by your tax dollars) concert behind the Union Township Civic Center at 7 PM.
August 18, 2021 Clermont County GOP meeting at HQ in Batavia at 7 PM?
August 21, 2021 “Free” (paid for by your tax dollars) concert behind the Union Township Civic Center at 8 PM.
August 31, 2021 Friends of Liberty United (FOLU) at Eastside Christian Church at 7 PM?
Becker – Vetted, Tested, and Proven!
“…John Becker, an ‘archconservative’ former state lawmaker from the Cincinnati area…” as described by Cleveland.com (February 2021). “[State Rep. John Becker,] one of Ohio’s most conservative lawmakers…” proclaimed Cleveland.com (October 2020). “Clermont County State Rep. John Becker, one of the most conservative members of the Ohio House…” according to Cleveland.com (August 2019). Becker wins “Sponsor of Liberty” award by the Republican Liberty Caucus of Ohio (October 2018). “Becker has a legitimate claim as the state’s most conservative legislator,” according to The [Cleveland] Plain Dealer (September 2017). “Rep. John Becker, suburban Cincinnati Republican… [holds] the unofficial title as the General Assembly’s most conservative lawmaker,” proclaimed the Columbus Dispatch (September 2015). Becker wins prestigious William Wilberforce Leadership Award (April 2015). “GOP Ohio House freshman Becker is no shrinking violet,” headlined the Columbus Dispatch (December 2014). “Becker…is arguably the most conservative member of the Ohio House,” said The Cincinnati Enquirer (January 2014). Ranked as a top tier “most archconservative” by the Columbus Dispatch (September 2013).
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Becker Announces for Union Township (Clermont County) Trustee
Submits petition with maximum number of signatures allowed
UNION TOWNSHIP, CLERMONT COUNTY — State Representative John Becker (2013 – 2020) announced his candidacy for Union Township Trustee and submitted his petition to the Clermont County Board of Elections with the maximum number of signatures allowed.
As a State Representative, and since leaving the General Assembly due to term limits, Becker earned a reputation for standing up for the people and against the establishment. He earned multiple accolades for being “one of Ohio’s most conservative legislators” and a champion for liberty. As a trustee, Becker will be combining his eight years of experience in state government with his 30 years of financial expertise in the private sector to focus on controlling expenses, reducing the upward pressure on taxes, and putting the interests of the residents first.
“Property taxes are a problem for many, and for our senior citizens in particular,” Becker said.
His fiscal conservatism and financial expertise are what Union Township needs to right-size government.
Former Representative Becker was on the right side of the Miller Place issue. The overdevelopment threat and environmental impact to the Cincinnati Nature Center, that both incumbent trustees attempted to shove down the throats of the people, was described by Becker as follows:
As 40-year members of the Cincinnati Nature Center, my wife and I were appalled by the callous disregard that both incumbent trustees displayed for the residents of Union Township and for that beautiful sanctuary. In addition to literally standing with our neighbors at the township meetings against both incumbent trustees, we personally donated substantial funds to the Nature Center and the Committee to Protect Avey’s Way. Fortunately, the residents and the Cincinnati Nature Center were able to cobble together enough resources to hire legal counsel to successfully defend against both incumbent trustees.
In addition to overdevelopment in residential areas, Becker is also concerned about Union Township’s debt and its ability to weather the next recession.
When asked about his future political ambitions, Becker responded, “A lot of people want me to run for a higher office – much higher. That’s a possibility in the future. But for now, I am laser focused on Union Township and earning the vote of the people. That’s where my interests are and my commitment is.”
Why Not Becker for Governor?
If not Becker, then…?
Well, let’s start with the fact that I’ll take almost anybody over Governor DeWine. Furthermore, I will never vote for Mike DeWine again, for any office – ever. If the field is split and Governor DeWine wins the primary election, I will consider an independent, a write-in candidate, or I simply will not vote in that race in the general election. Regarding a “Becker for Governor” campaign, I repeatedly said that if nobody of substance steps up to run for Governor, I will do it. That was my way of deferring to the “Buckley Doctrine.”
Well, that’s a matter of opinion and I can offer mine based on my experience:
Politically engaged since 1993.
Worked on multiple political campaigns.
Attended multiple campaign schools.
Elected multiple times to the office of Republican State Central Committee (2004 – 2012).
Elected multiple times to the office of State Representative (2013 – 2020).
There’s an old axiom in politics: “The abundance of money doesn’t guarantee victory, but the absence of money guarantees defeat.”
Why is money important? Isn’t a strong Facebook following and a slick website enough?
To be viable, a candidate for statewide office needs to be able to check a number of boxes. For example:
Statewide name ID.
Ability to assemble a statewide professional campaign staff.
Ability to hire political consulting firms for polling, messaging, targeting voters, direct mail, phone banks, etc.
Ability to rapidly travel the state.
Ability to purchase production and substantial television and radio time in every media market.
Competency to run a statewide campaign and to govern if elected.
A strong following of loyal supporters.
All of that costs many millions of dollars. A viable candidate wouldn’t need to be able to outspend Governor DeWine, but would need enough money to reach every Republican voter multiple times and in multiple ways. These are among the reasons I will not be running for governor in 2022.
Is Jim Renacci the “most conservative viable candidate” to defeat Governor DeWine?
Well, at the present time, the short answer is yes. Frankly, it’s a no-brainer. However, other (perhaps more conservative and viable) candidates might still step up, but that is becoming increasingly unlikely.
It is important to note that Jim Renacci has agreed to drop out of the race and support any candidate who is more viable (electable) than he is. I respect that. Therefore, unless or until that happens, Jim Renacci is the candidate who meets the “Buckley Doctrine.”
What about Lieutenant Governor (LG)?
Similarly to a presidential candidate picking a VP, a gubernatorial candidate must also make a wise choice for LG. The traditional wisdom is so-called “balancing the ticket.” That means that the candidate will pick somebody that fills in the gaps in any perceived policy weaknesses or simply for geographic or demographic concerns. Let’s take Jim Renacci for example: He is a white Catholic man from Northeastern Ohio. Policy issues aside, “balancing the ticket” would dictate that he select a non-Catholic woman of color from Southwestern Ohio. However, demographic and regional “balancing” are of dubious importance to Republican primary voters. Those voters are more interested in policy issues and Jim Renacci is widely perceived to be something less than a fire-breathing right-winger.
Why is it important for Jim Renacci to select a “fire-breathing right-winger” for LG?
Well, in his case, it’s imperative. His “charisma” isn’t going to be enough to drive turnout and get enough conservative Republicans out to vote. Jim Renacci has been on the defensive regarding his congressional voting record. That gives conservatives pause, and understandably so.
Therefore, it is absolutely imperative that he select an LG candidate who can throw “red meat” to the crowds and colorfully explain why Mike DeWine is more popular amongst Democrats than Republicans.
His LG choice will need to be the person who can deliver conservatives to Team Renacci.
What if Jim Renacci were to pick a so-called “moderate” for LG?
Governor DeWine will have unlimited funds to marginalize and bury Jim Renacci. If that happens, conservatives will be disenchanted and disengaged in the race. That will stifle turnout amongst conservatives and many Democrats are likely to crossover and vote in the Republican primary for Governor DeWine. What will Jim Renacci’s plan be to fire up the conservative base of the party and get them excited about him?
It was a eureka moment with Jim Renacci on June 29, 2021
After writing all of the above, I attended two meetings on June 29th where Jim Renacci was the keynote speaker. One of them was a small group meeting by invitation only. I was pleasantly surprised by the new things I learned about him. The details of what I learned are less important than the impression I walked away with. Just to be flat-out honest here, my support for Jim Renacci had more to do with him being able to beat Governor DeWine than Renacci’s policies or conservative credentials. That said, the only thing that ever gave me pause was his voting record. He explained it all to my satisfaction. As a former legislator, I am able to relate to his explanations from that unique perspective.
After considering past conversations with him and watching him address tough questions, I’m now convinced that Jim Renacci is the real deal. He is a true fiscal conservative and a constitutionalist. He is honest and a straight shooter. He is pro-life and supports gun owner’s rights. What’s not to like here?
Private Citizen Affidavits (PCAs)
The September and October 2020 editions of The Becker Report explains much of the detail. The 25 counties that I know of where PCAs have been filed or delivered per ORC 2935.09(D) are: Adams, Allen, Ashtabula, Belmont. Brown, Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Hancock, Highland, Lake, Licking, Lorain, Marion, Miami, Montgomery, Pickaway, Richland, Summit, Union, Warren, Washington, and Wood Counties. Only 63 more to go! The purpose of these is to seek out a judge or prosecutor willing to perform his clear legal duty as described in ORC 2935.10(A) and either issue an arrest warrant or launch an investigation into the charges outlined in the PCA against Governor DeWine.
July 31, 2021 “Free” (paid for by your tax dollars) concert behind the Union Township Civic Center at 8 PM.
Becker – Vetted, Tested, and Proven!
“…John Becker, an ‘archconservative’ former state lawmaker from the Cincinnati area…” as described by Cleveland.com (February 2021). “[State Rep. John Becker,] one of Ohio’s most conservative lawmakers…” proclaimed Cleveland.com (October 2020). “Clermont County State Rep. John Becker, one of the most conservative members of the Ohio House…” according to Cleveland.com (August 2019). Becker wins “Sponsor of Liberty” award by the Republican Liberty Caucus of Ohio (October 2018). “Becker has a legitimate claim as the state’s most conservative legislator,” according to The [Cleveland] Plain Dealer (September 2017). “Rep. John Becker, suburban Cincinnati Republican… [holds] the unofficial title as the General Assembly’s most conservative lawmaker,” proclaimed the Columbus Dispatch (September 2015). Becker wins prestigious William Wilberforce Leadership Award (April 2015). “GOP Ohio House freshman Becker is no shrinking violet,” headlined the Columbus Dispatch (December 2014). “Becker…is arguably the most conservative member of the Ohio House,” said The Cincinnati Enquirer (January 2014). Ranked as a top tier “most archconservative” by the Columbus Dispatch (September 2013).
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Disclaimer Nothing in this newsletter constitutes legal advice. I am not an attorney and do not play one on TV. This newsletter is not sanctioned by the GOP, ORP, or any organization, or affiliation. Much of it is simply my opinion. I am fully and solely responsible for my opinion. Although I strive for accuracy, this is not “The Gospel according to John.” Additionally, I don’t necessarily try to be “fair and balanced.” After all, I didn’t get into politics to be a news reporter. My agenda is to influence public policy consistent with Southern Ohio conservative values. For more information on my motivations or how to get involved, see: What is a Central Committee?
Unfortunately, it was malpractice. After the extensive March issue, more evidence supporting the science AGAINST mask mandates and business restrictions has emerged and continues to grow. Additionally, there is no correlation between virus spread and lockdowns or masks. Other than the Trump vaccine, all government action has been a fraud.
In summary, the Trump vaccine was the only initiative that proved to be effective in stopping Covid. All of the damaging business restrictions and humiliating mask mandates were simply government “having to do something.”
Why does the CDC claim that masks are effective?
This is probably best answered by the old saying, “figures don’t lie but liars do figure.” Only a statistician can claim (with a straight face) that mask wearing is effective. Journalists simply report what the CDC tells them. The CDC study shows that mask wearing is a “significant” deterrent to the spread of Covid. “Significant” is a statistical term and does not necessarily mean that it’s consequential, meaningful, or important to people’s everyday lives. That same CDC study shows that the efficacy rate is at most, only 1.8 percent. The efficacy of lockdowns are also in this same range. Only a statistician can claim (with a straight face) that 1.8 percent is significant. In terms of daily living, it is not. It is simply intellectually dishonest to make that claim. Consider the health concerns and risks of wearing masks and the catastrophic results of lockdowns.
Therefore, mask mandates and lockdowns, based on a less than two percent efficacy, is abject incompetence that only government is capable of.
By making mask-wearing recommendations and policies for the general public, or by expressly condoning the practice, governments have both ignored the scientific evidence and done the opposite of following the precautionary principle. In an absence of knowledge, governments should not make policies that have a hypothetical potential to cause harm. The government has an onus barrier before it instigates a broad social-engineering intervention, or allows corporations to exploit fear-based sentiments. Furthermore, individuals should know that there is no known benefit arising from wearing a mask in a viral respiratory illness epidemic, and that scientific studies have shown that any benefit must be residually small, compared to other and determinative factors.
“The growth in reported case incidence (and mortality) was, overall, virtually indistinguishable in counties with and without mask mandates.”
“While many facts were unknown when the disease first took hold in the United States, a great deal of the evidence was quite clear by May.”
“As the public health emergency abates, Congress, the media, and the American public should heavily scrutinize the agency’s procedures and practices.”
“Unfortunately, throughout the pandemic, scientific facts have meant little. While many facts were unknown when the disease first took hold in the United States, a great deal of the evidence was quite clear by May.” “Government officials and the American people depend on legitimate scientific study, and they have shown extraordinary deference to the CDC throughout the past year. This deference rests on the presumption that the agency’s recommendations to shutter businesses, close schools, restrict public worship, and enforce mask mandates have a solid basis in science.”
“That confidence, in many instances, appears to have been misplaced. As the public health emergency abates, Congress, the media, and the American public should heavily scrutinize the agency’s procedures and practices.”
“If the reporting of these deaths followed the CDC guidebook from 2003, the number of Covid deaths would have been 9,684. However, utilizing this new reporting and classification method that exclusively applied to Covid-19, the number of deaths is 161,392.”
“The government’s ‘near complete’ lack of guidance and research on treatment options — ‘apart from vaccines’ — is ‘unconscionable,’ said University of Wisconsin critical care specialist Dr. Pierre Kory.”
According to Baruch Vainshelboim, “The data suggest that both medical and non-medical facemasks are ineffective to block human-to-human transmission of viral and infectious disease such SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19, supporting against the usage of facemasks.”
“In fact, it is not unreasonable at this time to conclude that surgical and cloth masks, used as they currently are, have absolutely no impact on controlling the transmission of Covid-19 virus, and current evidence implies that face masks can be actually harmful.”
“Our view is that masks as they are worn now, and the masks that are in use, offer zero protection. They can be viewed as ineffective while others consider them as being better than nothing but without evidence to support that view.”
“In sum, when we look at the science, there is emerging and troubling evidence of harms from mask use in the absence of any benefits.”
All legitimate policy scholars today should be reexamining the policies that have severely harmed America’s children and families, while failing to save the elderly. Numerous studies, including one from Stanford University’s infectious disease scientists and epidemiologists Benavid, Oh, Bhattacharya, and Ioannides have shown that the mitigating impact of the extraordinary measures used in almost every state was small at best—and usually harmful. President Biden himself openly admitted the lack of efficacy of these measures in his January 22 speech to the nation: “There is nothing we can do,” he said, “to change the trajectory of the pandemic in the next several months.”
Besides their limited value in containing the virus, lockdown policies have been extraordinarily harmful. The harms to children of suspending in-person schooling are dramatic, including poor learning, school dropouts, social isolation, and suicidal ideation, most of which are far worse for lower income groups. A recent study confirms that up to 78 percent of cancers were never detected due to missed screening over a three-month period. If one extrapolates to the entire country, 750,000 to over a million new cancer cases over a nine-month period will have gone undetected. That health disaster adds to missed critical surgeries, delayed presentations of pediatric illnesses, heart attack and stroke patients too afraid to go to the hospital, and others—all well documented.
Beyond hospital care, the CDC reported four-fold increases in depression, three-fold increases in anxiety symptoms, and a doubling of suicidal ideation, particularly among young adults after the first few months of lockdowns, echoing American Medical Association reports of drug overdoses and suicides. Domestic and child abuse have been skyrocketing due to the isolation and loss of jobs. Given that many schools have been closed, hundreds of thousands of abuse cases have gone unreported, since schools are commonly where abuse is noticed. Finally, the unemployment shock from lockdowns, according to a recent National Bureau of Economic Research study, will generate a three percent increase in the mortality rate and a 0.5 percent drop in life expectancy over the next 15 years, disproportionately affecting African-Americans and women. That translates into what the study refers to as a “staggering” 890,000 additional U.S. deaths.
And sadly, just as in Galileo’s time, the root of our problem lies in “the experts” and vested academic interests. At many universities—which are supposed to be America’s centers for critical thinking—those with views contrary to those of “the experts” currently in power find themselves intimidated. Many have become afraid to speak up.
That is the goal of public health policy—to minimize all harms, not simply to stop a virus at all costs.
Dr. Scott Atlas
Regarding universal masks, 38 states have implemented mask mandates, most of them since at least the summer, with almost all the rest having mandates in their major cities. Widespread, general population mask usage has shown little empirical utility in terms of preventing cases, even though citing or describing evidence against their utility has been censored. Denmark also performed a randomized controlled study that showed that widespread mask usage had only minimal impact.
Those who say it is unethical, even dangerous, to question broad population mask mandates must also explain why many top infectious disease scientists and public health organizations question the efficacy of general population masking. Tom Jefferson and Carl Heneghan of the University of Oxford’s Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine, for instance, wrote that “despite two decades of pandemic preparedness, there is considerable uncertainty as to the value of wearing masks.” Oxford epidemiologist Sunetra Gupta says there is no need for masks unless one is elderly or high risk. Stanford’s Jay Bhattacharya has said that “mask mandates are not supported by the scientific data. . . . There is no scientific evidence that mask mandates work to slow the spread of the disease.”
Throughout this pandemic, the WHO’s “Advice on the use of masks in the context of COVID-19” has included the following statement: “At present, there is no direct evidence (from studies on COVID-19 and in healthy people in the community) on the effectiveness of universal masking of healthy people in the community to prevent infection with respiratory viruses, including COVID-19.”
Dr. Atlas concluded as follows:
With social media acting as the arbiter of allowable discussion, and with continued censorship and cancellation of those with views challenging the “accepted narrative,” the United States is on the verge of losing its cherished freedoms. It is not at all clear whether our democratic republic will survive—but it is clear it will not survive unless more people begin to step up in defense of freedom of thought and speech.
“Perhaps Fauci’s most notable flip-flop has been on the efficacy of masks, saying in March [2020] that there was “no reason” to wear a mask. By April [2020], he joined the chorus of doctors and health agencies encouraging the use of face masks.”
He also downplayed asymptomatic transmission on Jan. 28, saying what “people need to realize” is that in “all the history” of respiratory-borne viruses, asymptomatic transmission has never been the driver of outbreaks. By August, Fauci did a complete 180, saying asymptomatic cases were a driving factor in the community spread of COVID-19 despite a WHO admission that more evidence was needed to make this determination. In late August, researchers from Southern Medical University in Guangzhou concluded that “asymptomatic cases were least likely to infect their close contacts.”
Over the summer, Fauci dismissed hydroxychloroquine as a treatment after Trump touted the drug, saying research showed that it was not “effective.” Trump was subsequently met with condemnation from the press and others. In November, however, a peer-reviewed study, which will be published in the International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents, found that there were 84% fewer hospitalizations with patients who were given a drug cocktail containing hydroxychloroquine.
The existing scientific evidences challenge the safety and efficacy of wearing facemask as preventive intervention for COVID-19. The data suggest that both medical and non-medical facemasks are ineffective to block human-to-human transmission of viral and infectious disease such SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19, supporting against the usage of facemasks. Wearing facemasks has been demonstrated to have substantial adverse physiological and psychological effects. These include hypoxia, hypercapnia, shortness of breath, increased acidity and toxicity, activation of fear and stress response, rise in stress hormones, immunosuppression, fatigue, headaches, decline in cognitive performance, predisposition for viral and infectious illnesses, chronic stress, anxiety and depression. Long-term consequences of wearing facemask can cause health deterioration, developing and progression of chronic diseases and premature death. Governments, policy makers and health organizations should utilize prosper and scientific evidence-based approach with respect to wearing facemasks, when the latter is considered as preventive intervention for public health.
GreenMedInfo has additional links to face mask research. See these 35 abstracts here.
Although I’ve made no attempt to verify or refute the claims in this article, it makes for a very interesting read:
18 Reasons I Won’t Be Getting a Covid Vaccine CENSORED: It’s interesting to note that the Facebook Nazis screwed up again by claiming the author said things that he didn’t say. For example, the Facebook Nazis state that the author’s information is false because “The CDC Did NOT Admit That Only 6% Of Deaths In COVID Toll Were From COVID-19.” Well, the author never said that. He said, according to the CDC, “only 6% of the deaths being attributed to covid are instances where covid seems to be the only issue at hand.” This is what the CDC reported. Only 6% of Covid deaths are exclusively from Covid. And now the CDC is saying, “For over 5% of these deaths, COVID-19 was the only cause mentioned on the death certificate.” Therefore, I deem the Facebook Nazi so-called “fact-checkers” as wrong again. This also reminds me of when the Facebook Nazi so-called “fact checkers” falsely flagged this vaping video as smoke.
The September and October 2020 editions of The Becker Report explains much of the detail. The 25 counties that I know of where PCAs have been filed or delivered per ORC 2935.09(D) are: Adams, Allen, Ashtabula, Belmont. Brown, Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Hancock, Highland, Lake, Licking, Lorain, Marion, Miami, Montgomery, Pickaway, Richland, Summit, Union, Warren, Washington, and Wood Counties. Only 63 more to go! The purpose of these is to seek out a judge or prosecutor willing to perform his clear legal duty as described in ORC 2935.10(A) and either issue an arrest warrant or launch an investigation into the charges outlined in the PCA against Governor DeWine.
“…John Becker, an ‘archconservative’ former state lawmaker from the Cincinnati area…” as described by Cleveland.com (February 2021). “[State Rep. John Becker,] one of Ohio’s most conservative lawmakers…” proclaimed Cleveland.com (October 2020). “Clermont County State Rep. John Becker, one of the most conservative members of the Ohio House…” according to Cleveland.com (August 2019). Becker wins “Sponsor of Liberty” award by the Republican Liberty Caucus of Ohio (October 2018). “Becker has a legitimate claim as the state’s most conservative legislator,” according to The [Cleveland] Plain Dealer (September 2017). “Rep. John Becker, suburban Cincinnati Republican… [holds] the unofficial title as the General Assembly’s most conservative lawmaker,” proclaimed the Columbus Dispatch (September 2015). Becker wins prestigious William Wilberforce Leadership Award (April 2015). “GOP Ohio House freshman Becker is no shrinking violet,” headlined the Columbus Dispatch (December 2014). “Becker…is arguably the most conservative member of the Ohio House,” said The Cincinnati Enquirer (January 2014). Ranked as a top tier “most archconservative” by the Columbus Dispatch (September 2013).
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Disclaimer Nothing in this newsletter constitutes legal advice. I am not an attorney and do not play one on TV. This newsletter is not sanctioned by the GOP, ORP, or any organization, or affiliation. Much of it is simply my opinion. I am fully and solely responsible for my opinion. Although I strive for accuracy, this is not “The Gospel according to John.” Additionally, I don’t necessarily try to be “fair and balanced.” After all, I didn’t get into politics to be a news reporter. My agenda is to influence public policy consistent with Southern Ohio conservative values. For more information on my motivations or how to get involved, see: What is a Central Committee?
We get a lot of lip service out of the Ohio General Assembly about how they want to lift Governor DeWine’s boot off of the throat of Ohio’s economy and free the people of his unlawful mandates and business restrictions. They will quickly point to SB 22 and claim that the problem is solved. Well, it is not solved. SB 22 won’t become law until late June. It is unknown what, if any, action that the General Assembly will take at that time. Keep in mind that the General Assembly might be on summer recess by then. Additionally, we don’t know if SB 22 will survive a likely court challenge. It is very possible that a court will put a stay on SB 22 and prevent its enforcement until it works it’s way through the judicial system.
Ohio’s Biennium Budgets are the Answer
Ohio’s main operating budget is written every two years and funds most of the state government as well as local subdivisions (schools, municipalities, counties, townships, etc.) and various organizations. For this biennium, the main operating budget is known as HB 110. The procedure is as follows:
The governor submits a budget proposal to the House Finance Committee. It becomes the Ohio House Finance Chairman’s budget.
The House Finance Committee adds, deletes, and tweaks per their discretion and with the approval of House leadership.
All members of the House have the opportunity to submit amendments for the Chairman’s consideration.
The Finance Committee Chairman and the Speaker of the House finalize the bill and bring it to the House floor for consideration.
Upon passage, it goes to the Ohio Senate Finance Committee for consideration.
The Senate Finance Committee adds, deletes, and tweaks per their discretion and with the approval of Senate leadership.
Every Senator has the opportunity to submit amendments for the Chairman’s consideration.
The Finance Committee Chairman and the Senate President finalize the bill and bring it to the Senate floor for consideration.
Upon passage, the budget bill is returned to the House for consideration.
Although the House could accept all of the Senate’s changes, they routinely reject the changes and send the bill to conference committee to work out the differences.
The conference committee is a very small group and is typically the House and Senate Chairmen and Vice Chairmen. Deals get made (horse trading) and the conferees return the bill to both chambers (House and Senate) for a final up or down vote. No amendments can be considered on a bill reported out by a conference committee.
Upon passage by both chambers, the bill goes to the governor for his consideration.
The governor could sign it as is, line item veto sections of it, or veto the entire bill. The Ohio Constitution requires that the budget bill be signed into law by June 30th of each odd numbered year (2021).
The Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) and the Ohio Industrial Commission (OIC) have there own separate budgets and goes through the same or similar process as the main operating budget. More information is here. The BWC budget is HB 75 and the IOC budget is HB 76.
Opportunity – Hold the Funding Hostage for the Weaponized State Agencies
The main operating budget (HB 110) is currently in step #6 as described above. Any State Senator could submit an amendment to fully or partially defund state agencies that Governor DeWine has weaponized against businesses and the people. That would include the Department of Health (ODH) and the Division of Liquor Control. The Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) budget (HB 75) is currently in step #2 above. Any State Representative could submit an amendment to fully or partially defund BWC. The Division of Liquor Control and BWC are the agencies that Governor DeWine has weaponized to harass businesses. Regarding the line item veto, the governor could delete all of the funding but can’t change the amount of the funding. This is where the horse trading comes in and the deals get made.
Defunding will force Governor DeWine to the table to negotiate the lifting of his draconian mandates and business restrictions in exchange for funding. And that folks, is how you play hardball.
State Representative John Becker (2013 – 2020)
Additionally, if you don’t like the liberal indoctrination happening in our public schools, HB 110 includes another enormous increase in school funding too.
In summary:
HB 110 is in the Senate Finance Committee and controls the funding for the Ohio Department of Health and the Division of Liquor Control.
All State Representatives and State Senators have the same email construct. Only the district number is different. Our 33 Senators are SD01@OhioSenate.gov through SD33@OhioSenate.gov. They can also be reached by LastNameOfSenator@OhioSenate.gov. Our 99 State Representatives are Rep01@OhioHouse.gov through Rep99@OhioHouse.gov. Prior to term limits catching up with me, mine had been Rep65@OhioHouse.gov. It now belongs to Representative Schmidt.
In your communications, always be polite and respectful (but don’t hesitate to be forceful and firm). For example, address them as Dear Speaker Cupp, Dear Senate President Huffman, Dear Representative, Dear Senator, the Honorable Senator…, or Honorable Representative…
You know what to expect – Lip Service is Easy and Cheap
In Columbus, towers of courage are few and far between. As you know, you can expect stonewalling and creative BS from your elected officials. (It’s a learned skill.) They’ll likely tell you why the attempt won’t be successful or why it isn’t necessary. They want you to believe that they are working hard for you while doing next to nothing to “rock the boat.”
The reason for this is that they want to be “team players” in Columbus to retain or obtain political favors, including funding, while providing lip service to their constituents. Often times, their public lip service is the polar opposite of what they argue for behind closed doors. None of this is illegal, but all of it is corrupt.
STATE REPRESENTATIVE JOHN BECKER (2013 – 2020)
Regardless, if enough people apply enough pressure, results will materialize.
Private Citizen Affidavits (PCAs)
The September and October 2020 editions of The Becker Report explains much of the detail. The 25 counties that I know of where PCAs have been filed or delivered per ORC 2935.09(D) are: Adams, Allen, Ashtabula, Belmont. Brown, Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Hancock, Highland, Lake, Licking, Lorain, Marion, Miami, Montgomery, Pickaway, Richland, Summit, Union, Warren, Washington, and Wood Counties. Only 63 more to go! The purpose of these is to seek out a judge or prosecutor willing to perform his clear legal duty as described in ORC 2935.10(A) and either issue an arrest warrant or launch an investigation into the charges outlined in the PCA against Governor DeWine.
“…John Becker, an ‘archconservative’ former state lawmaker from the Cincinnati area…” as described by Cleveland.com (February 2021). “[State Rep. John Becker,] one of Ohio’s most conservative lawmakers…” proclaimed Cleveland.com (October 2020). “Clermont County State Rep. John Becker, one of the most conservative members of the Ohio House…” according to Cleveland.com (August 2019). Becker wins “Sponsor of Liberty” award by the Republican Liberty Caucus of Ohio (October 2018). “Becker has a legitimate claim as the state’s most conservative legislator,” according to The [Cleveland] Plain Dealer (September 2017). “Rep. John Becker, suburban Cincinnati Republican… [holds] the unofficial title as the General Assembly’s most conservative lawmaker,” proclaimed the Columbus Dispatch (September 2015). Becker wins prestigious William Wilberforce Leadership Award (April 2015). “GOP Ohio House freshman Becker is no shrinking violet,” headlined the Columbus Dispatch (December 2014). “Becker…is arguably the most conservative member of the Ohio House,” said The Cincinnati Enquirer (January 2014). Ranked as a top tier “most archconservative” by the Columbus Dispatch (September 2013).
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Disclaimer Nothing in this newsletter constitutes legal advice. I am not an attorney and do not play one on TV. This newsletter is not sanctioned by the GOP, ORP, or any organization, or affiliation. Much of it is simply my opinion. I am fully and solely responsible for my opinion. Although I strive for accuracy, this is not “The Gospel according to John.” Additionally, I don’t necessarily try to be “fair and balanced.” After all, I didn’t get into politics to be a news reporter. My agenda is to influence public policy consistent with Southern Ohio conservative values. For more information on my motivations or how to get involved, see: What is a Central Committee?
Is COVID-19 a Fraud? No, but the logic and lack of science behind the governing decisions sure are.
What? Only six (6) percent of so-called Covid deaths are uniquely Covid? And the other 94 percent???
Consider that the CDC reports that only six (6) percent of so-called Covid deaths are unique to Covid. The other 94 percent of so-called Covid deaths include nearly four additional causes. According to the CDC, “For 6% of these deaths, COVID-19 was the only cause mentioned on the death certificate. For deaths with conditions or causes in addition to COVID-19, on average, there were 3.8 additional conditions or causes per death.” Therefore, we know with certainty that Covid could be the primary, secondary, or tertiary cause of death in 94 percent of the so-called Covid deaths. What is the breakdown of primary, secondary, or tertiary for those 94 percent? That information is readily available from the hospitals and insurance companies but does not seem to be publicly available. Why not? What is it that they don’t want us to know? Could it be that 94 percent of the so-called Covid deaths are people who died WITH Covid rather than OF Covid? (Note: During the 1990s, I worked in the medical insurance business. I did reporting and analysis of ICD-9 diagnostic codes routinely for the clinicians. Those diagnostic codes identified medical conditions as primary, secondary, or tertiary. Back in my old job, I could have quickly and easily run a report to get that information.)
Are Masks Effective? No, but many find them humiliating, insulting, offensive, and degrading.
Mask mandates reduced case growth between zero and 1.8 percent, and COVID death rates by .7 and 1.9 percent, with an increase in deaths 21-40 days after the mandate went into effect. Indoor dining bans decreased case growth between .1 and .4 percent with an increase in cases in four time periods the bans were implemented. Restaurant bans were associated with a slight growth in COVID mortality.
Disposable medical masks (also known as surgical masks) are loose-fitting devices that were designed to be worn by medical personnel to protect accidental contamination of patient wounds, and to protect the wearer against splashes or sprays of bodily fluids. There is limited evidence for their effectiveness in preventing influenza virus transmission either when worn by the infected person for source control or when worn by uninfected persons to reduce exposure. Our systematic review found no significant effect of face masks on transmission of laboratory-confirmed influenza.
From the Daily Mail: Face masks in public places are not necessary, based on all the current evidence,’ said Coen Berends, spokesman for the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment. ‘There is no benefit and there may even be negative impact. “The evidence for them is contradictory. In general, we think you must be careful with face masks because they can give a false sense of security. People think they’re immune from disease or stop social distancing. That is very negative.” “The World Health Organization has also been skeptical, warning that ‘widespread use of masks by healthy people in the community setting is not yet supported by high-quality or direct scientific evidence.”
Yeah, that’s because all of the studies show mask efficacy to be negligible.
What happened when Texas repealed their mask mandate? According to this National Review article: “Since ending the statewide mask mandate, Texas rate of new cases per day has dropped, as has the number of active cases, while the rate of deaths per day increased slightly.”
The following are my conclusions. They are based on the analysis of the experts : For a healthy person, wearing a mask does nothing to protect others and is potentially harmful to self. That said, a properly fit N-95 offers good protection against viruses for the person wearing it. For symptomatic (coughing) people, wearing a mask is prudent and there is a very slim chance that it may reduce some virus expulsion. The studies show a less than two percent efficacy. For some (Governor DeWine), wearing a mask is about freedom. For others, wearing a mask promotes fear. Many feel that any requirement to wear a mask is offensive, humiliating, degrading, and a violation of civil liberties. The science shows that the effectiveness of mask mandates are negligible and laughable. That also explains why only government could create such an idiotic policy. And then, political leaders wonder why we think they’re so stupid. As a final thought on masks, my research has concluded that they are just as effective as a training bra on a prepubescent girl. It’s for social purposes. Still having doubts? Watch this three minute video of Dr. Ted Noel.
Are Business Restrictions Effective?
According to this story in The Epoch Times, “Research Suggests Lockdowns Didn’t Reduce COVID Deaths.“ “A review of data from 87 regions worldwide found that in about 98 percent of the comparisons, there was no evidence that lockdowns reduced the number of COVID-19 deaths.” “If the lockdowns saved millions of lives, most people would feel they could be justified… Increasingly, research is confirming that lockdowns, in fact, were largely ineffective in reducing deaths from COVID-19.” According to Newsweek, Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a professor at Stanford University Medical School, recently said that COVID-19 lockdowns are the “biggest public health mistake we’ve ever made…The harm to people is catastrophic.“ From Nature.com: “In conclusion, using this methodology and current data, in ~ 98% of the comparisons using 87 different regions of the world we found no evidence that the number of deaths/million is reduced by staying at home.” The Great Barrington Declaration: “Current lockdown policies are producing devastating effects on short and long-term public health”, states the declaration. “Keeping the measures in place until a vaccine is available will cause irreparable damage, with the underprivileged disproportionately harmed…our goal should therefore be to minimize mortality and social harm until we reach herd immunity.” Do lockdowns have a successful history against infectious diseases? “Basic epidemiological theory indicates that lockdowns do not reduce the total number of cases in the long run and have never in history led to the eradication of a disease. At best, lockdowns delay the increase of cases for a finite period and at great cost.” This same document has an extensive Q&A for those wanting more information. If all of that is not enough, consider this article from the Associated Press: Virus tolls similar despite governors’ contrasting actions
Nearly a year after California Gov. Gavin Newsom ordered the nation’s first statewide shutdown because of the coronavirus, masks remain mandated, indoor dining and other activities are significantly limited, and Disneyland remains closed.
By contrast, Florida has no statewide restrictions. Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis has prohibited municipalities from fining people who refuse to wear masks. And Disney World has been open since July.
Despite their differing approaches, California and Florida have experienced almost identical outcomes in COVID-19 case rates.
I’m not a statistician and I’m thinking back to my college probability classes, but I’m going to attempt to explain this in simple terms: When you consider probabilities of Event A, Event B, and Event C all happening, that is a calculable probability given accurate data. Start with a universe of nearly 12 million people (Ohio’s population). Considering the size of the population relative to the number of infected people; the odds of an asymptomatic person being infected are slim. Furthermore, the odds of that person spreading it are slimmer. Hence, the DeWine business restrictions and mask requirements are simply absurd. Conclusion: With an efficacy rate of less than two percent, mask requirements and business restrictions are a result of epic governmental incompetence.
Ohio Coronavirus Portal
At first glance, Ohio’s portal and associated dashboard displays no information that has any relevance. It shows a lot of cumulative data designed to elicit fear and justify incompetent governing. Digging into the key metrics shows that Covid hospitalizations are near zero percent throughout Ohio. But Governor DeWine wants you to focus on the cumulative number of cases (which includes “probable cases”). That number exceeds 1 million. I have a few questions regarding those million cases:
How many are false positives?
How many are current cases? Answer: The 21 day average of reported and “probable” cases is 1,617 out of 11.7 million people. That’s 0.01 percent of Ohio’s population. In other words, one one-hundredth of one percent.
How many are asymptomatic?
How many have mild symptoms?
How many are at home on the couch?
Governor DeWine also wants you to focus on the cumulative number of so-called Covid deaths. As of this writing, that number is 18,609.
How many of those deaths are with Covid rather than from Covid?
How many of them are embellished due to the Medicare 20 percent financial incentive?
How many of them were in nursing homes or prisons?
52 percent of those deaths are people over 80 years old.
79 (52+27) percent of those deaths are people over 70 years old.
93 (52+27+14) percent of those deaths are people over 60 years old.
And the survival rate for Covid victims by age band:
80+ is 81.3 percent
70-79 is 92.8 percent
60-69 is 97.8 percent
50-59 is 99.4 percent
40-49 is 99.8 percent
30-39 is 99.9 percent
20-29 is virtually 100 percent
0-19 is virtually 100 percent
Data is as of March 30, 2021 and extracted from Coronavirus.Ohio.gov
Based on the statistics, we know that the working age population (at least for those under age 60) is at a greater risk of being a traffic accident fatality rather than a Covid death.Therefore, does all of this justify the draconian measures that Governor DeWine has taken against the economy and against the people of Ohio?
Are the Vaccines Experimental?
Yes. The COVID-19 vaccines are not yet approved by the FDA. The FDA has given them “Emergency Use Authorization” (EUA) only. According to the FDA, “Under an EUA, FDA may allow the use of unapproved medical products, or unapproved uses of approved medical products in an emergency to diagnose, treat, or prevent serious or life-threatening diseases or conditions when certain statutory criteria have been met, including that there are no adequate, approved, and available alternatives.”
Multiple news outlets including the Associated Press for example, describe the EUA as follows: “During a health crisis, the FDA can loosen its normal scientific standards to allow emergency use of experimental drugs, devices, vaccines and other medical products. The first vaccines to get the provisional green light in the U.S. are almost certain to be made available under this process, known as emergency use authorization.” It’s interesting to note that according to Life Site News, “Nearly half of healthcare workers have declined coronavirus shots.”
Were any of the vaccines developed by using the tissue of aborted babies or “fetal cell lines”?
The answer to this question depends on the exact wording of the question. Yes. “Fetal cell lines” were used to develop the AstraZeneca and the Johnson and Johnson vaccines. The babies were originally killed 50 years ago and their corpses have been used in scientific research ever since. However, the manufacturers claim that their vaccines contain no fetal tissue or fetal cells. According to this USAToday article, “When it comes to the COVID-19 vaccines, at least five candidates undergoing clinical trials use fetal-derived cell lines: from China’s CanSino Biologics, the University of Oxford partnered with AstraZeneca, Janssen (a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson), the University of Pittsburgh and California-based ImmunityBio.”
Dr. William Moss, executive director of the International Vaccine Access Center at Johns Hopkins, said the AstraZeneca vaccine is derived from an adenovirus grown in a kidney cell line that came from a fetus aborted in 1972, but does not contain fetal cells itself. To be clear, he said, the cell line did not grow directly in fetal tissue. Dr. Amesh Adalja, a senior scholar at Johns Hopkins, said the Johnson and Johnson vaccine is manufactured similarly and also does not contain fetal cells. Monkeys were used in research and safety testing of the vaccines.
Is it true that deaths from all causes in 2020 are about the same as 2019?
I kept hearing that and presented the question to the Facebook community. I asked for links to data to verify or refute the claim. After several hours of research, I pieced together enough data to prove the statement false. Then I started looking for affirmation of my conclusion. I’m no fan of Snopes, but before reading their analysis, I came to the same conclusion and, interestingly, in the same way. That methodology is here. Current CDC mortality reports for 2020, show that the deaths per 100,000 population in the US has increased by about 17 percent over 2019. Although Covid is clearly a major factor, it is unclear to what degree. (Deaths from suicide and drug overdoses due to government policy of isolation and depression are also significant factors.) Based on my findings, I anticipate a substantial drop in the death rate in 2021 and 2022 to below 2019 levels. This is because the would-be 2021 and 2022 deaths have accelerated into 2020 and 2021.
Private Citizen Affidavits (PCAs)
The September and October 2020 editions of The Becker Report explains much of the detail. The 25 counties that I know of where PCAs have been filed or delivered per ORC 2935.09(D) are: Adams, Allen, Ashtabula, Belmont. Brown, Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Hancock, Highland, Lake, Licking, Lorain, Marion, Miami, Montgomery, Pickaway, Richland, Summit, Union, Warren, Washington, and Wood Counties. Only 63 more to go! The purpose of these is to seek out a judge or prosecutor willing to perform his clear legal duty as described in ORC 2935.10(A) and either issue an arrest warrant or launch an investigation into the charges outlined in the PCA against Governor DeWine.
“…John Becker, an ‘archconservative’ former state lawmaker from the Cincinnati area…” as described by Cleveland.com (February 2021). “[State Rep. John Becker,] one of Ohio’s most conservative lawmakers…” proclaimed Cleveland.com (October 2020). “Clermont County State Rep. John Becker, one of the most conservative members of the Ohio House…” according to Cleveland.com (August 2019). Becker wins “Sponsor of Liberty” award by the Republican Liberty Caucus of Ohio (October 2018). “Becker has a legitimate claim as the state’s most conservative legislator,” according to The [Cleveland] Plain Dealer (September 2017). “Rep. John Becker, suburban Cincinnati Republican… [holds] the unofficial title as the General Assembly’s most conservative lawmaker,” proclaimed the Columbus Dispatch (September 2015). Becker wins prestigious William Wilberforce Leadership Award (April 2015). “GOP Ohio House freshman Becker is no shrinking violet,” headlined the Columbus Dispatch (December 2014). “Becker…is arguably the most conservative member of the Ohio House,” said The Cincinnati Enquirer (January 2014). Ranked as a top tier “most archconservative” by the Columbus Dispatch (September 2013).
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Disclaimer Nothing in this newsletter constitutes legal advice. I am not an attorney and do not play one on TV. This newsletter is not sanctioned by the GOP, ORP, or any organization, or affiliation. Much of it is simply my opinion. I am fully and solely responsible for my opinion. Although I strive for accuracy, this is not “The Gospel according to John.” Additionally, I don’t necessarily try to be “fair and balanced.” After all, I didn’t get into politics to be a news reporter. My agenda is to influence public policy consistent with Southern Ohio conservative values. For more information on my motivations or how to get involved, see: What is a Central Committee?
Bob Paduchik won the election to become Chairman of the Ohio Republican Party. He earned the support of a large majority of the 66 members of the State Central Committee. I had a full week to reach out to those 66 members and solicit their vote for a grassroots Trump Republican. I had a lot of very good conversations. Although one or two were a bit contentious, all were polite and courteous. That speaks to the professionalism of the organization. The acting chairman and staff were always attentive to my requests for information. Although I would have preferred a public Q&A between Mr. Paduchik and me, I can’t imagine how the process could have been any more open, transparent, or fair. I was given the opportunity and I came up short. I did my best and have no regrets or complaints. I’d also like to thank the many supporters who reached out to the members of the committee on my behalf. Your voices were heard and counted. Your actions were truly an organic grassroots effort. I am impressed and thankful for your support.
Generally speaking, would you say that things in Ohio are heading in the right direction or are they off on the wrong track?
Wrong track was selected by 72 percent of Ohio’s registered Republicans.
Do you approve or disapprove of the job Mike DeWine is doing as governor?
Disapprove was selected by 75 percent.
Do you approve or disapprove of the way Mike DeWine is responding to the coronavirus?
Disapprove was selected by 78 percent.
Do you believe Mike DeWine’s stay-at-home orders and restrictions on businesses are effective at preventing the spread of coronavirus?
Disapprove was selected by 85 percent.
Do you approve or disapprove of the way Mike DeWine is handling Ohio’s economy?
Disapprove was selected by 76 percent.
How confident are you in Mike DeWine’s ability to lead Ohio toward economic recovery?
Very not confident was selected by 66 percent.
Somewhat not confident was selected by an additional 14 percent.
Rush Limbaugh
It was during the Gulf War in 1990 that I became a fan of AM radio. That was also the same time that I began listening to Rush Limbaugh and other conservative talk radio hosts. It was refreshing and affirming to listen to somebody who thought the same way I did. I bought his books and his ties and remained a Rush Limbaugh fan through the very end. He is and will continue to be missed by millions. RIP, Rush Limbaugh.
Private Citizen Affidavits (PCAs)
The September and October 2020 editions of The Becker Report explains much of the detail. The 25 counties that I know of where PCAs have been filed or delivered per ORC 2935.09(D) are: Adams, Allen, Ashtabula, Belmont. Brown, Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Hancock, Highland, Lake, Licking, Lorain, Marion, Miami, Montgomery, Pickaway, Richland, Summit, Union, Warren, Washington, and Wood Counties. Only 63 more to go! The purpose of these is to seek out a judge or prosecutor willing to perform his clear legal duty as described in ORC 2935.10(A) and either issue an arrest warrant or launch an investigation into the charges outlined in the PCA against Governor DeWine.
March 1, 2021 Union Township GOP meeting at the Union Twp Civic Center at 7 PM.
March 17, 2021 Clermont County GOP meeting at Norlyn Manor in Batavia at 7 PM.
Becker – Vetted, Tested, and Proven!
“…John Becker, an ‘archconservative’ former state lawmaker from the Cincinnati area…” as described by Cleveland.com (February 2021). “[State Rep. John Becker,] one of Ohio’s most conservative lawmakers…” proclaimed Cleveland.com (October 2020). “Clermont County State Rep. John Becker, one of the most conservative members of the Ohio House…” according to Cleveland.com (August 2019). Becker wins “Sponsor of Liberty” award by the Republican Liberty Caucus of Ohio (October 2018). “Becker has a legitimate claim as the state’s most conservative legislator,” according to The [Cleveland] Plain Dealer (September 2017). “Rep. John Becker, suburban Cincinnati Republican… [holds] the unofficial title as the General Assembly’s most conservative lawmaker,” proclaimed the Columbus Dispatch (September 2015). Becker wins prestigious William Wilberforce Leadership Award (April 2015). “GOP Ohio House freshman Becker is no shrinking violet,” headlined the Columbus Dispatch (December 2014). “Becker…is arguably the most conservative member of the Ohio House,” said The Cincinnati Enquirer (January 2014). Ranked as a top tier “most archconservative” by the Columbus Dispatch (September 2013).
Did this newsletter get sent to you by someone other than me? If so, please let me know at John@BeckerGOP.com and I will add you to my distribution list. That will ensure that you get it in a timelier manner. You may also forward this to your friends. Let me know if you would like to unsubscribe. This issue and back issues are available at: www.BeckerGOP.com.
Disclaimer Nothing in this newsletter constitutes legal advice. I am not an attorney and do not play one on TV. This newsletter is not sanctioned by the GOP, ORP, or any organization, or affiliation. Much of it is simply my opinion. I am fully and solely responsible for my opinion. Although I strive for accuracy, this is not “The Gospel according to John.” Additionally, I don’t necessarily try to be “fair and balanced.” After all, I didn’t get into politics to be a news reporter. My agenda is to influence public policy consistent with Southern Ohio conservative values. For more information on my motivations or how to get involved, see: What is a Central Committee?
