http://www.freddaileyforcongress.com/index.php/site/index/ en info@freddaileyforcongress.com Copyright 2009 2009-12-24T15:08:11+00:00 http://www.freddaileyforcongress.com/index.php/site/merry_christmas_and_happy_new_year/ http://www.freddaileyforcongress.com/index.php/site/merry_christmas_and_happy_new_year/#When:15:08:11Z Merry Christmas from Fred Dailey and his campaign. We wish you and your family good will and good luck in this New Year. Christmas in the Country by Fred Dailey I’ve spent Christmas on the highway Driving a snowy road. I’ve spent Christmas in the sunny south Where lawns are green and mowed. Some I’ve spent in cities, Two with Uncle Sam, One at Ft. Knox, Kentucky And one in Vietnam. I’ve spent Christmas many places, But the one of which I’ll boast Is Christmas in the country They’re the ones I like the most. With yule log, tree and wreath All from the farm woodlot, It makes us kind of thankful For the bounty that we’ve got. A fire that’s warm and crackling, A woodshed full of ash, Family, friends and blessings, They’re better far than cash. And when it comes to Christmas chores On this special day, We feed the cows, calves and horse An extra measure of hay. And when the cows are bedded Deep in the yellow straw, It’s easy to remember The beginning of it all. Now I still like ole Rudolph And elves at their bench, T.V. specials about the Scrooge And let’s not forget the Grinch. But I love to see the frosty breath From cattle as they low And children pulling homemade sleds Through pastures thick with snow. Christmas in the country Enriches all our lives And imprints our memory With scenes of Currier and Ives. You can have your tinsel And even your Wassail toast. I’ll take Christmas in the country, It’s the one I like the most 2009-12-24T15:08:11+00:00 http://www.freddaileyforcongress.com/index.php/site/dailey_to_space_actions_speak_louder_than_words/ http://www.freddaileyforcongress.com/index.php/site/dailey_to_space_actions_speak_louder_than_words/#When:18:26:39Z (Mount Vernon, OH) - Congressional candidate Fred Dailey (OH-18) today released a statement following the approval of legislation, by a House Subcommittee, that would force the College Football Bowl Championship Series to switch to a playoff format. “I do not believe that the role of Congress is to micromanage the NCAA and the Bowl Championship Series”, commented Dailey. “It seems that this Congress, including Congressman Zack Space, is determined to focus on everything but fixing our economy and creating a climate that will encourage job growth. “During the committee hearing, Zack Space made a statement that he is concerned about the economy and job creation, saying that debating the BCS issue sends the “wrong message” to the American people. I agree with his words, but not his actions. If Space is so concerned with the economy, why did he vote for cap and trade, which is nothing less than an economic declaration of war on the Midwest? Why did he vote for a government takeover of our healthcare system? Why did he vote for spending bills that have put us further and further into debt? “Zack Space continues to use rhetoric that does not match up with his actions, and his actions are speaking much louder than his empty words. The people of this district are frustrated and disgusted, much like I am, with a representative who continues to tell us he stands for one thing while voting for another.” 2009-12-11T18:26:39+00:00 http://www.freddaileyforcongress.com/index.php/site/dailey_signs_no_climate_change_tax_pledge/ http://www.freddaileyforcongress.com/index.php/site/dailey_signs_no_climate_change_tax_pledge/#When:18:42:53Z (Mt. Vernon, OH) – Fred Dailey, candidate for Congress in Ohio’s 18th District has signed a “No Climate Change Tax Pledge”. By signing the pledge, sponsored by the group “Americans for Prosperity”, Mr. Dailey is committing that he will oppose any legislation relating to climate change that includes a net increase in government revenue. “The Cap and Trade legislation that has been passed by Congress is nothing less than an economic declaration of war on the Midwest”, stated Dailey. “Our current Congressman, Zack Space, obviously does not understand this and is not bothered by the fact that the average family in his district will experience a $1700 a year increase in utility costs. This legislation will also place our manufacturing industry at a competitive disadvantage. Add to this the fact that eastern Ohio’s coal miners will be put out of work and this ‘cap and tax’ makes an already bad economic climate in Ohio even worse. “As a farmer, I treasure our earth and believe that we need to be responsible stewards of our natural resources”, continued Dailey. “The United States, and especially Ohio, has been blessed with an abundance of natural resources that we should use wisely. I happen to believe that Ohio’s most valuable resource is its people and they are taxed enough already. “When elected to Congress, I will uphold this pledge that I have made and will reject any legislation related to climate change that will place an additional tax burden on my constituents. The people of the 18th District need to be taxed less; when this happens, our district, as well as our State, can once again experience the economic success that we are capable of achieving.” 2009-11-30T18:42:53+00:00 http://www.freddaileyforcongress.com/index.php/site/dailey_space_vote_on_health_care_appalling/ http://www.freddaileyforcongress.com/index.php/site/dailey_space_vote_on_health_care_appalling/#When:16:52:39Z (Mt. Vernon, OH) - Fred Dailey, candidate for Congress in Ohio's 18th District, reacted today to Congressman Zack Space's vote in favor of a government run healthcare system. "By voting in support of a government run healthcare system, Zack Space again proves that he does not represent our Ohio values. While he campaigns by saying that he is a blue dog, conservative democrat, the reality is that he continually joins with the far left of his party to approve legislation that the majority of his constituents find objectionable. "Many of those constituents repeatedly tried to meet with Mr. Space this August to discuss this very issue and he refused. Whether it's Cap and Tax that will destroy thousands of coal industry jobs in Ohio or voting for our failed fiscal policies and ever mounting deficits, Mr. Space continues to ignore "we the people". It is becoming more and more evident that he is more concerned with pleasing the leadership of the Democratic Party than he is with carrying out the wishes of the people who sent him to Washington in the first place. "Personally, I am appalled by his actions, as well as his vote on this very important issue. We need less government control of our lives, not more; we need less spending coming out of Washington, not more; and most importantly, we need a Congressman who is willing to listen to us and stand for the values that we in the 18th District hold dear. "Mr. Space's vote on this issue just further affirms the reason I am running for Congress. The citizens of the 18th District deserve true representation in Washington by someone who shares their values and will work to protect the things that they've worked so hard for as they pursue the American dream." Dailey, who announced his candidacy on October 1, 2009, served as a paratrooper in the 101st Airborne Division in the combat zones of Vietnam, worked as a federal air marshal to prevent air piracy and is Ohio's longest serving Director of the Department of Agriculture. He and his wife, Rita, live on a cattle farm in Knox County. 2009-11-09T16:52:39+00:00 http://www.freddaileyforcongress.com/index.php/site/commissioner_brian_hill_endorses_fred_dailey_for_u.s._congress/ http://www.freddaileyforcongress.com/index.php/site/commissioner_brian_hill_endorses_fred_dailey_for_u.s._congress/#When:02:18:34Z (Zanesville, OH) - Fred Dailey, candidate for Congress in Ohio's 18th District, has received the endorsement of Muskingum County Commissioner Brian Hill. "I've lived in the 18th District my whole life and know the faith and values that we in southeastern Ohio ascribe to", stated Hill. "Fred Dailey also understands what makes this part of Ohio great and he's ready to go to Washington to fight to protect the American dream and our Ohio values." Hill, who is currently serving in his second term as Muskingum County Commissioner, is greatly concerned that the federal government has grown too large, takes too much in taxes and is saddling generations to come with immeasurable amounts of debt. "Fred and I share the fear that our kids and grandkids are not going to be afforded the same opportunities that we've had to pursue the American dream." Hill continued, "I want representation in Washington that is not only going to fight for me but also for my kids. There is no doubt in my mind that Fred Dailey is exactly the man that we need fighting for our families, our farms and our future." Dailey is honored to receive the endorsement of Commissioner Hill. "Brian is one of the most respected local elected officials that I know. Everyday he fights hard to do what's right for the people of Muskingum County and I'm honored that he's chosen to support my fight to take back Washington from the liberal left." Dailey, who announced his candidacy on October 1, 2009, served in the 101st Airborne Division in the combat zones of Vietnam, worked as a federal air marshal and is Ohio's longest serving Director of the Department of Agriculture. He and his wife, Rita, live on a cattle farm in Knox County. 2009-11-06T02:18:34+00:00 http://www.freddaileyforcongress.com/index.php/site/dailey_connects_with_voters/ http://www.freddaileyforcongress.com/index.php/site/dailey_connects_with_voters/#When:21:56:36Z Yesterday evening, Republican candidate for Congress Fred Dailey participated in a tele-forum discussion with Republican voters and activists in the 18th Congressional District. Fred commented, "It was great to speak to so many concerned citizens at one time. Voters are very upset and concerned about our future. They are upset that liberal leaders like Zack Space, Nancy Pelosi, and Barack Obama are destroying the American Dream." Fred continued, "Voters are also upset because they feel like politicians in Washington have forgotten 'We the People'. Zack Space, during a five-week congressional recess, refused to even have town hall meetings to address the concerns of his constituents regarding a massive government take-over of our healthcare system." Fred concluded, "I am optimistic about our future because I believe that the voters in the 18th District have had enough, and they are ready to have their voices heard next November. I am going to continue traveling extensively throughout the 18th District, and I will also continue to embrace new technologies that will allow me to listen to the concerns of hard-working Ohioans. I will be a representative in Washington who will stand up for conservative Ohio values and listen to the constituents of our district." Excerpts from last night's teleforum discussion can be heard below. Dailey_Teleforum01.mp3 Dailey_Teleforum02.mp3 Dailey_Teleforum03.mp3 Dailey_Teleforum04.mp3 Dailey_Teleforum05.mp3 2009-10-15T21:56:36+00:00 http://www.freddaileyforcongress.com/index.php/site/dailey_announces_bid_for_u.s._congress/ http://www.freddaileyforcongress.com/index.php/site/dailey_announces_bid_for_u.s._congress/#When:17:18:51Z MOUNT VERNON, OH Former Ohio Director of Agriculture Fred Dailey announced today that he will be running for United States Congress in District 18. “Liberals like Barack Obama, Nancy Pelosi, and Congressman Zack Space are destroying the American dream. Whether it is cap and trade legislation that will raise the utility rates on every resident of the 18th District and put coal miners out of work, a radical government take over of our healthcare system, or reckless spending bills that are placing mountains of debt on future generations, we simply cannot afford for Zack Space to remain in Congress,” Dailey said. Dailey continued, “I can not sit idly on the sidelines and watch as the American Dream is destroyed by liberal politicians who have forgotten 'We the People'. I am a living example of what the American Dream is all about. During much of my formative years, I was raised in a farmhouse without an inside toilet. My parents weren't wealthy, but they taught me the importance of honesty, hard work, and self-determination. They gave me a moral compass and instilled in me the traditional Ohio values that we all hold dear.” “I have been blessed in my life because of the freedoms and liberties that our great nation has afforded us. I was able to work my way through college, serve our nation in the military, and have a successful career in agriculture. More importantly, my wife Rita and I were able to raise our children in the greatest nation on earth. I am so proud of my children, as they have also lived the American dream. All of my children have pursued successful careers and they are now raising families of their own. But I am very concerned that my five grandchildren will not have the same opportunities I had because of a federal government that is spending our tax money recklessly and taking away some of our most basic freedoms and rights,” Dailey continued. Fred Dailey was the 2008 18th District Republican nominee. Fred commented, “I was hoping that Zack Space was going to live up to his campaign promises of being a 'blue-dog' Democrat. Unfortunately, in Washington, he has become more of a 'lap-dog' for the Obama administration, and back here in the district he has become more of a 'yellow dog' because he refuses to meet with concerned constituents or hold town hall meetings. In the upcoming election, Zack Space cannot hide behind campaign rhetoric because he now has a voting record that proves his rhetoric to be nothing but empty promises.” Fred concluded, “I learned a lot in 2008. I am now much better prepared for the challenges that lie ahead, and I feel I am the best Republican candidate to take our common-sense conservative message to the voters in this large rural district. I like to refer to the 16 counties in the 18th Congressional District as the 'sunrise side' of Ohio and I feel a new day is about to dawn.” More information on Fred Dailey and his campaign for Congress can be found at http://www.FredDaileyforCongress.com. 2009-10-01T17:18:51+00:00