http://dannycarroll.com Just another WordPress weblog Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:15:02 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en A few days have passed since the vote for a new State Chairman by the Republican State Central Committee last Saturday.  By now most observers know that Matt Strawn was elected by a vote of 10 to 7.  I was honored to be a part of that process and of course ... http://dannycarroll.com/final-thoughts-on-the-rpi-vote/ Friends, I was fortunate to get some video from the recent Republican Party of Iowa forum.  Below are my opening remarks.  Thanks to all who attended and to RPI for hosting the event.   -Danny http://dannycarroll.com/dannys-rpi-conference-video/ I read a letter to the editor in this morning's Des Moines Register about Republican Party renewal or reorganization. The letter, by Chris Atchison from Iowa City, applauded Maggie Tinsman for her proposal of an agenda that is "open and inclusive".  Mr. Atchison laments those social conservatives that refuse to ... http://dannycarroll.com/on-party-unity/ "Plan Would Give Iowa Cities Power to Tax Incomes" The Register’s Jason Clayworth writes, “Cities would have the power to tax Iowans' incomes as a way to reduce the reliance on property taxes under a proposal that will be pitched to lawmakers next month.” Local taxpayers need to beware. The latest suggestion to ... http://dannycarroll.com/local-taxpayers-beware-commentary-on-dsm-register-piece/ There has been a lot of talk lately about the use of technology in politics.  I think what is meant most often by “technology” is the use of websites, YouTube, Facebook, email lists, Twitter and the like.  To be sure these are fascinating new ways of communicating.  But they are ... http://dannycarroll.com/the-iowa-republican-party-and-technology/ I have expressed an interest in serving the State Republican Party as its next Chairman. I look forward to the forum to be held on Saturday December 27th.  I admire the effort the committee has made to allow for an open and fair process in the selection of the new Chair. It ... http://dannycarroll.com/im-danny-carrolland-id-like-to-serve-as-iowas-republican-party-chairman/ Image by programwitch via Flickr I have been thinking about the debate about the Republican Party’s balance between the conservatives and moderates.  Some say we need to broaden our message and focus and avoid being too conservative while others insist that Republicans need to move toward the middle. I think the matter ... http://dannycarroll.com/and-the-people-shall-decide/ Friends, Unfortunately, my opponent has leveled some unfair last minute attacks against my record.  I am proud of my voting record and want you to know the whole story.  Specifically, Eric Palmer has twisted my record on three issues: the economy, taxes and illegal immigration.  Here is just one example: Myth: No ... http://dannycarroll.com/response-to-eric-palmers-latest-attacks/ The organization known as Iowa Citizens for Community Improvement (ICCI) held a candidate forum last night in Montezuma, Iowa.  Approximately 60 people were in attendance.  The main topic of discussion dealt with the regulation of confinement livestock feeding operations (CAFO's).  As most Iowans are aware livestock management and production techniques have ... http://dannycarroll.com/thoughts-from-the-icci-forum-on-hog-confinements/ Several candidates for state and local office participated in a forum last recently sponsored by the Oskaloosa Herald and KBOE radio in Oskaloosa. Many of the questions dealt with jobs and the economy.  As a candidate for the Iowa House I am very concerned with the business environment in Iowa.  ... http://dannycarroll.com/thoughts-from-the-recent-candidate-forum/