Michigan for Hagel 2008Michigan for Hagel 2008A grassroots blog from Michigan that discusses Senator Chuck Hagel's run for the Presidency in 2008 as well as issues unique to Michigan. Articles
Hagel Will Not Run for President or Senator in 2008
2007-09-10 18:08:00 Hagel Announces He Will Not Seek A Third Term In Senat eOMAHA, NE – United States Senator Chuck Hagel (R-NE) announced this morning that he will not seek a third term in the United States Senate and does not intend to be a candidate for any office in 2008. Below is a text of Hagel’s remarks delivered at the Omaha Press Club:“I will not seek a third term in the United States Senate, nor do I intend to be a candidate for any office in 2008. It has been my greatest honor and privilege to serve my country and represent my fellow Nebraskans in the U.S. Senate. My family and I will be forever grateful for this opportunity and the trust placed in me by the people of Nebraska. It has enriched all of us.I have always tried to live up to the promise I made to the people of Nebraska the day I announced my intention to seek this Senate seat. On March 30, 1995 I said, “I intend to be a Senator all Nebraskans can be proud of.” I hope I’ve done that, and made some contributions to our s... More About: President , Hagel , Resident
Monday's Announcement
2007-09-08 20:05:00 Alright, I know I haven't been posting that often, but here's something worth posting about:Monday at 10:00 A.M., Senator Hagel will announce his Official Plans for 2008! Let's all hope and pray for the best! More About: Announcement , Anno
Hagel, Dodd Introduce Bill to Revitalize America’s Infrastructure
2007-08-14 05:47:00 My apologies for not posting - I got really busy, it's not a good excuse, but I'm gonna use it!Hagel , Dodd Introduce Bill to Revitalize America’s Infrastructure Bill Would Help Make Roads, Bridges, Transit Systems, and Water Safer and Spur Economic GrowthAugust 1st, 2007 - Washington, D.C. - Responding to a looming crisis that jeopardizes the prosperity and quality of life of all Americans, Senators Chuck Hagel, R-Neb., and Chris Dodd, D-Conn., Chairman of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs, today introduced a measure to revitalize, repair, and replace America’s aging and crumbling roads, bridges, transit systems, and water treatment facilities. Two dramatic headlines in recent weeks have highlighted the escalating problem. Two weeks ago, an 83-year-old steam pipe burst in midtown Manhattan, releasing asbestos laden particles and causing widespread damage. Media reports have also recently questioned whether contaminated drinking water near Camp Lejeune i...
Update on Webb/Hagel Amendment
2007-07-11 20:28:00 Do Chuck Hagel and Jim Webb care about our troops? Most definitely. Disgustingly, this country doesn't have 52 other Senators who feel the same. If you are in Iraq or know someone who is, realize that this amendment looked out for our soldiers without commenting on the war. It was designed to protect our men, women, children, and national security, yet 41 Senators decided it wasn't worthwhile, of course, including Joe Lieberman. D-i-s-g-u-s-t-i-n-g! More About: Amendment , Update , Amen
Hagel Introduces Comprehensive Iraq War Policy Amendment
2007-07-10 23:51:00 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, July 10, 2007 Hagel Introduces Comprehensive Amendment on U.S. Iraq War Policy WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Chuck Hagel (R-NE) introduced an amendment today to the FY2008 Department of Defense Authorization bill that would implement a comprehensive change in U.S. Iraq War policy. Hagel’s amendment establishes a goal for the phased redeployment of U.S. troops from Iraq and encompasses the diplomatic, political, economic and military components necessary in order to protect and advance America’s interests in the Middle East. “This amendment recognizes the broader military, regional, economic and diplomatic context in which the debate over our nation’s war policy must take place. This debate is about more than simply when we withdraw U.S. troops. It is about how we give our troops a p...
Hagel joins Webb in Offering Readiness Amendment
2007-07-10 21:22:00 Received this message in an email from VoteVets, and just wanted to pass it along.This week, the Senate will consider an amendment offered by military veterans Senator Jim Webb (D-VA) and Chuck Hagel (R-NE) that puts on paper one of the greatest things we can do to support the troops and the military -- guaranteeing them proper time on the homefront, to improve our readiness. Call your Senator at 202-224-3121 and tell them to support the Webb-Hagel Readiness Amendment . Their amendment simply says that active duty troops should have as much time home as they had on deployment, and that National Guard and Reserve troops should have three years at home after their one-year deployment. Besides being a just and fair thing to do for those who are making tremendous sacrifices for all of us, it is just good military policy. The war in Iraq is breaking our fine Army and Marine Corps. You've heard the stories about deployments being extended again and again, and troops coming home only to ... More About: Offer , Erin
Happy Fourth of July!
2007-07-04 19:16:00 I'd just like to take this time to say, Happy Fourth of July , and God Bless America! More About: Fourth of July
Hagel’s Statement on the Retirement of Major General Roger Lempke
2007-06-28 19:00:00 Hagel’s Statement on the Retirement of Major General Roger LempkeJune 22nd, 2007 - Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Chuck Hagel (R-NE) issued the following statement today on the retirement of Major General Roger Lempke. Major General Lempke is the current Adjutant General of the Nebraska National Guard, and current President of the Adjutants General Association of the United States.“Major General Roger Lempke served his country with honor and commitment throughout his distinguished military career. He has been one of America’s most effective Adjutant’s General.“Following September 11, 2001, and with the onset of war in Afghanistan and Iraq, the National Guard was thrust into a new period of demanding challenges. While the Guard’s overseas deployments increased, General Lempke bolstered the Guard’s traditional homeland missions, with Nebraska’s Guard serving the state in times of emergency; members deployed along the U.S.-Mexico border as part of Operation Jump Start;... More About: Temen
Hagel Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Improve VA Services for Blind Veterans
2007-06-28 18:56:00 Hagel Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Improve VA Services for Blind Veterans Authorizes Scholarship Program for Students Seeking Training in Blind RehabilitationJune 21st, 2007 - Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Chuck Hagel (R-NE) introduced legislation today that would help the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) meet the increasing demands of today’s blind veteran population. Senators Barack Obama (D-IL) and Sherrod Brown (D-OH), both members of the Senate Veteran Affairs Committee, joined Hagel as original cosponsors of the legislation. The legislation directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish a scholarship program for students seeking a degree or training in the area of blind rehabilitation. Recipients of the scholarship would be required to work at least three years in the VA system.“Service members sacrificing for our country in a time of war should be assured that they will receive the best medical treatment and rehabilitation available, without having to wait mo...
Draft Hagel 08 e-mail update
2007-06-19 05:29:00 Draft Hagel 08 Supporter:What are you doing to bring in new individuals to the movement? Isthere something that seems to work better than anything else? Let usknow so we can share it with fellow Hagel supporters!Now, we know that it is easier to do when Senator Hagel is visible inthe national media than when he is not, but that is why yourinvolvement is so important! Establishing ourselves as a movement isnecessary in order to provide support for the Senator in the future!So, if you are talking to someone and they say, "I don't know too muchabout him," then just hand them a flier and say, "Here's a littleinformation on the Senator. Give it a look.". It really is thatsimple!The Draft Hagel 08 movement was started because after looking at thecurrent field of candidates, there was something missing. That hasnot changed. The future of our country is far too important to allowit to continue on its current path. As supporters of Senator Hagel,we know he has the vision, common sen... More About: Mail , E-Mail , Update , Draft
Hagel Introduces Comprehensive Energy Reform Legislation
2007-06-14 05:03:00 Hagel Introduces Comprehensive Energy Reform Legislation June 12th, 2007 - Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Chuck Hagel (R-NE) introduced legislation today to provide a comprehensive approach to the issues of U.S. energy security and climate policy. Hagel’s legislative package consists of four bills which address research and development, regulatory reform, tax policy, and energy security policy. It focuses on the role of private-public partnerships, technology, and removing existing barriers to national energy security.“For decades our country has drifted without a coherent national energy policy. This policy must incorporate our economic, environmental and national security priorities. My comprehensive energy reform legislation will help empower America to develop the resources required to meet our 21st century energy needs and compete in a new competitive world,” said Hagel.“This legislation will address four integral components for an effective U.S. national energy policy... More About: Hagel
Press Release Update
2007-06-14 04:49:00 Hehehe! The Senator's office kinda died down on press releases, and I had exams and college orientation, so it's been a while since the last update.Here's a somewhat outdated press release though:Statement by Senator Hagel on the Death of Senator Craig ThomasJune 5th, 2007 - Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Chuck Hagel (R-NE) released the following statement this morning regarding the death of U.S. Senator Craig Thomas (R-WY):“This is a sad day for all of us. Craig Thomas was a neighbor and a friend who committed his remarkable life to his country and his state. I will be forever grateful to him for being one of the first U.S. Senators to campaign for me in my 1996 race for the Senate, when few thought I had a chance to win. I had an opportunity to work closely with Craig Thomas on the Senate Foreign Relations and Energy Committees. He worked hard, was always prepared and was the kind of Senator the people of Wyoming could be proud of every day.“If service is the highest Am... More About: Press Release , Press , Update , Release
Hagel's Iraq Plan Would've Worked Today
2007-06-07 05:19:00 Today, the Turks came into Iraq with tanks to chase Kurdish Guerrillas. Had we have implemented Senator Hagel's plan of moving U.S. troops to the border and let Iraq forces deal with civil unrest, this wouldn't have happened. This just shows you that the path we are on currently in Iraq is a wrong one, and we need to switch what we're doing. More About: Today , Plan
Happy Memorial Day
2007-05-30 04:50:00 I know it's a day late - I couldn't get on the computer to put this up yesterday - but I just wanted to thank all of our men and women who are serving in the armed forces, and honor those who have died fighting to protect our freedom. More About: Happy , Memorial Day , Memorial
Mission: Memorial Day - We're Almost There!
2007-05-27 08:09:00 My apologies for the long gap in posts - I have been VERY busy with exams for school, but I am all done now, and graduate this upcoming Thursday.Anyway, here's an e-mail from Jeremy:Draft Hagel 08 Supporter:"Missi on : Memorial Day " is almost over! What have you been doing to try to sign up more people? Is there something that works better than something else? Let us know so that we can pass it along!Also, there is a very simple way to double our numbers every week: sign up 1 person a week! Place a poster in a public place! We have received comments about the poster from people who have seen it and signed on after checking it out! If you are comfortable talking to people, sign them up on the spot!There will be people who tell you it is too early to think about these things, but do not let that stop you from trying! Much sooner than later, things will be in full swing, and the larger number of supporters we have to push for a Hagel 08 Presidential campaign, the better!Thank yo...
A few of the facts about Iraq
2007-05-19 15:47:00 A few of the facts about Iraq Lincoln Journal Star by Senator Chuck Hagel May 9th, 2007 - The May 6 Lincoln Journal Star editorial headlined “Visitors see what they believe in Iraq” quoted my friend and former colleague the late Sen. Patrick Moynihan saying, “Everyone is entitled to their own opinions, but not their own facts.” The editorial highlighted differing views that my Nebraska colleagues and I hold regard to progress in Iraq.As Gen. Petraeus and Secretary Gates have said, the solution to Iraq will be a political, not a military solution. We have done much for the Iraqis at a cost of 3,400 American casualties, 25,000 wounded and almost $500 billion, but we cannot do it for them. The Iraqis are going to have to achieve a political reconciliation. We can’t do it for them. In our fifth year in Iraq, things are not getting better. These are the facts:* Last month, we lost 104 U.S. troops — the deadliest month for the United States so far in 2007 and one of the highest... More About: Facts
Senate Passes Water Resources Development Act
2007-05-18 04:40:00 Senate Passes Water Resources Development ActMay 16th, 2007 - Washington, D.C. - The U.S. Senate passed today by a vote of 91-4 the Water Resources Development Act. This legislation authorizes the Army Corps of Engineers to construct various projects for improvements to U.S. waterways, including improvement and expansion of existing locks on U.S. rivers, environmental restoration projects, and flood damage reduction projects. U.S. Senator Chuck Hagel (R-NE) supported authorization of several Nebraska projects that were included in the bill.“This legislation addresses needed improvements in waterway infrastructure that will help Nebraska’s agricultural producers bring their goods to market. Additionally, this bill authorizes important projects in Nebraska addressing flood control, environmental restoration and Endangered Species recovery. The targeted programs address significant needs in Nebraska communities,” Hagel said.The bill includes the following projects for Nebraska:... More About: Senate , Nate
What is the purpose of a draft movement?
2007-05-18 04:35:00 What is the purpose of a draft movement?To create a buzz, a groundswell of support, to influence a decision.We do not care which party the candidate desires to represent, onlythat he/she is the right person for the job. This is what we need todo. We cannot wait for a decision, and then jump into action. Weneed to be in action to influence a decision.At this point in time, Senator Hagel is focused on his job as a USSenator, as he should be. While he thinks about a decision to run, itis the job of Draft Hagel 08 movement supporters to show him that theenergy is out there to ensure that a decision to enter thePresidential race has the potential to be successful.Looking at the direction and future of our country, it is hard toimagine that doing so could ever be considered a waste. Start a localgroup in your area. Have some type of political experience, or wantto gain some? Contact us to be a regional or state coordinator.Whatever your commitment to the movement can be, make it vo... More About: Purpose
Hagel Calls for Resignation of Attorney General Gonzales
2007-05-16 21:30:00 Hagel Calls for Resignation of Attorney General Gonzales May 16th, 2007 - Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Chuck Hagel (R-NE) today released the following statement calling for the resignation of Attorney General Alberto Gonzales. Former Deputy Attorney General James Comey testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee yesterday that, as White House Counsel, Gonzales attempted to undermine Comey’s authority as the acting Attorney General and persuade Attorney General John Ashcroft to re-authorize a domestic surveillance program from his hospital bed.“The American people deserve an Attorney General, the chief law enforcement officer of our country, whose honesty and capability are beyond question. Attorney General Gonzales can no longer meet this standard. He has failed this country. He has lost the moral authority to lead. Comey’s testimony yesterday brings to light the latest episode in a series of questionable actions by Attorney General Gonzales. It is another part of a pat...
Hagel Calls for Increase in Skilled Workers to Boost U.S. Economy
2007-05-16 21:28:00 Lieberman, Hagel Call for Increase in Skilled Workers to Boost U.S. Economy Senators introduce the Skilled Worker Immigration and Fairness Act of 2007 May 15th, 2007 - Washington, D.C. - Senators Joe Lieberman (ID-CT) and Chuck Hagel (R-NE) today introduced the Skilled Worker Immigration and Fairness Act of 2007 to ensure that America’s innovative industries can hire the workers they need to fuel US economic growth, and to better protect American workers. The bill is also co-sponsored by Senators Maria Cantwell (D-WA) and George Voinovich (R-OH).The bill would increase the annual allotment of H-1B visas, which provide American employers with access to highly educated foreign professionals in “specialty occupations” (those requiring at least a U.S. bachelor's degree or equivalent education and work experience). Despite dramatic changes to the US economy in the past 17 years, the H-1B cap remains at its 1990 limit of 65,000 per year (an additional 20,000 visas are available for ... More About: Calls
Hagel on Iraq - another supporter's input
2007-05-11 02:17:00 Here's a post from the U.S. Election Atlas forum that I post on (Inks.LWC):Quotefrom: Lt. Governor Inks.LWC on May 08, 2007, 08:32:20 pmThis is not my GO HAGEL rant - but his idea seems smart to me:1) Send our troops to the Iraq i border to keep terrorists from leaving/coming in.2) Let the Iraqis settle their civil war - why will the warring factions listen to a 3rd party who doesn't understand their war? The Iraqis understand each other better than we do - let their people help themselves!I've always respected Chuck Hagel - and I don't understand why he can not seem to get much support from the GOP base. The fact that he is willing to think outside thebox on Iraq should make him a much more appealing candidate than he is pollingat right now. His Iraq plan actually reminds me of a few of the major Democratsthat don't want to "cut and run" but also don't want to "stay the course"- buthe's also a very conservative Senator, unlike the major Democrats. I can not sayI have loved an... More About: Input
Meet Chuck Hagel, the 2008 GOP Presidential Nominee
2007-05-09 18:22:00 Meet Chuck Hagel , the 2008 GOP Presidential NomineeI know it’s a bit early to call the GOP presidential primaries, especially in favor of someone who hasn’t officially announced, but Chuck Hagel’s the guy.Here’s why: Hagel is the only candidate with both impeccable social reactionary credentials and a credible basis for supporting a withdrawal from Iraq by the time the actual presidential campaign begins. Although he supports the occupation, he’s been a harsh critic of the administration’s conduct of it; the other leading contenders have been falling all over themselves to support it and, for the moment, the president. He can win the primaries because he hasn’t done anything to alienate the base and because he’ll be seen as electable by Republican party heavyweights who recognize that as things now stand, Iraq will dominate the campaign. Take Iraq off the table, which a Hagel candidacy might do, and suddenly Democrats are confronted with a whole new landscape.Read th... More About: Meet
Hagel Cosponsors Legislation to Restore Nebraska Judgeship
2007-05-09 18:11:00 Hagel Cosponsors Legislation to Restore Nebraska Judgeship May 8th, 2007 - Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Chuck Hagel (R-NE) joined Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Patrick Leahy (D-VT) today in introducing legislation to extend five temporary federal district judgeships. This legislation would restore the temporary judgeship that the District of Nebraska lost in 2004 with the retirement of Judge Thomas Shanahan. Senator Hagel has worked closely with Chairman Leahy in introducing this legislation. Since 2000, Senator Hagel has worked to save the temporary Nebraska federal judgeship and convert it to permanent.“With Judge Shanahan’s retirement in 2004, Nebraska lost a judgeship it urgently needs. Nebraska’s three remaining permanent federal judges now carry the sixth highest caseload in the country. The criminal caseload has increased 97% over the last five years. I will work with my colleagues to ensure that this critical fourth federal judgeship for Nebraska is enacted as... More About: Hagel
Hagel Says Independent Bid For Prez Is Possible
2007-05-06 08:07:00 Hagel Says Independent Bid For Prez Is PossibleMay 04, 2007The Leavenworth Street political blog took note today of a story by Bloomberg News, reporting that Senator Chuck Hagel declined to rule out a bid for president as an Independent candidate, and even said such a bid ?is possible.?Interesting story.Hagel didn?t say he would make such a bid, just that (like almost everything else) he would not rule it out.Here is the story, as reported by Leavenworth Street.According to a Bloomberg News article, Nebraska Senator Chuck Hagel said he would consider running for President as an Independent:An independent bid "is possible," Hagel, 60, said in an interview with Bloomberg Television's Political Capital with Al Hunt. "I don't ever foreclose any options."This is contrary to what Hagel said at his non-announcement announcement in March:?I am a Republican. I believe I will continue to be a Republican.?Regarding the issue of his footsy-ish dinner at The Palm in Washington, D.C. with New Y... More About: Hagel , Epen , Dependent
Mission: Memorial Day update
2007-05-06 06:59:00 Here's an e-mail from Jeremy:Now that "Missi on : Memorial Day " is under way, think of it like this:sign-up 1 person a day, or possibly spend a few hrs over a weekend at a large public space, and we will meet our goal of every supportersigning up 25 new individuals who would like to see Chuck Hagel in the2008 Presidential race by May 28th!How would you do this?Like this...."Would you like to see Chuck Hagel run for President? Let him know!" "Well, I don't really know who he is." "Here you go, take a look!"Then hand out a flier. It's that simple! Aim to hand out 50-100 fliers a week.Black and white instead of color? Don't worry about it!Now, I know that some are saying, "That sounds like a great idea! I'msure others will do it, so I won't have to try and get 25.". If you're happy with the way things are now, then that's fine. If you would like to right the direction America is headed and restore its greatness, then let's go!Running for President is a momentous decision, and we... More About: Update
Hagel-Harkin Reintroduce Bill to Fund Federal Commitment to IDEA
2007-04-20 03:44:00 Hagel-Harkin Reintroduce Bill to Fund Federal Comm itment to IDEA April 19th, 2007 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Chuck Hagel (R-NE) and Tom Harkin (D-IA) reintroduced legislation today to meet the federal government’s commitment to fund 40 percent of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Hagel and Harkin first introduced this legislation in 2001. Cosponsors of the Hagel-Harkin bill include Senators Coleman (R-MN), Collins (R-ME), Dodd (D-CT), Kennedy (D-MA), Lieberman (I-CT), Mikulski (D-MD), Murray (D-WA), Roberts (R-KS), Schumer (D-NY), Snowe (R-ME), and Warner (R-VA).“When the federal government created IDEA it committed to funding 40 percent of the costs. For over 30 years, it has failed to meet its obligation and pushed the costs down to states and local governments. This is wrong and it takes resources away from education needs in each state. While we have made progress in increasing IDEA funding over the last 10 years, the federal government is still... More About: Idea , Intro
Official Draft Hagel 08 Store
2007-04-20 03:34:00 Have you checked out the Draft Hagel 08 store?If not - head over there right now to buy some awesome Hagel merchandise! More About: Store , Stor , Official
Hagel’s Dilemma
2007-04-18 04:41:00 Hagel’s Dile mma The senator is vague about his political future but clear in his opposition to the Iraq War.by Kelley Beaucar VlahosSomething happened to Sen. Charles T. “Chuck” Hagel on the way to the press conference. The man of seemingly impenetrable defenses and unshakable disposition took the curious step of announcing on March 12 that he had nothing to announce about his much-anticipated run for president, making himself vulnerable to spurned reporters and snarky bloggers for days afterward.The 60-year-old Nebraska Republican is known for playing it close to the vest but seemed to surprise even his staff with his non-announcement. Deflated supporters did not know what to think when he told reporters at the University of Nebraska event, planned days before, that he was still mulling his options. More About: Emma , Hagel
Hagel: Time for Iraqis to Step Up
2007-04-17 04:46:00 Hagel: Time for Iraqi s to Step UpOMAHA, Neb. -- Nebraska U.S. Sen. Chuck Hagel is expected back on Monday from a trip to Iraq.The Republican said that America's support for the war in Iraq has limits."We, the U.S., has invested heavily in this country on behalf of the Iraqi people ," Hagel said from Iraq. "And I think it is up to the Iraqi people now to determine their future and money would be forthcoming with some conditions." More About: Hagel , Step Up
Hagel, Sununu, Dole and Martinez Re-Introduce Legislation to Reform Oversig
More articles from this author:2007-04-12 23:55:00 Hagel, Sununu, Dole and Mart inez Re-Introduce Legislation to Reform Over sight of Government Sponsored Enterprises April 12th, 2007 - Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Chuck Hagel (R-NE), John Sununu (R-NH), Elizabeth Dole (R-NC) and Mel Martinez (R-FL) re-introduced legislation today to improve oversight of Government Sponsored Enterprises (GSE). Similar legislation was introduced in 2003 and 2005. The Senate Banking Committee passed this legislation in both the 108th and 109th Congresses.“Fannie and Freddie have experienced multi billion dollar accounting restatements, paid millions in bonuses and salaries to their executives, paid millions of dollars in fines to their regulators, and spent over a billion dollars in consulting fees to clean up their financial mess which is still not cleaned up. We need a world class GSE regulator with the authority and resources to responsibly regulate these unaccountable GSEs. Our legislation re-focuses the GSEs on their Congressionally chartered... More About: Form 1, 2, 3 |
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