MO Gubernatorial Race: Hulshof defends ethanol mandate; contends Steelman is aligned with Chavez

St. Louis Post Dispatch ^ | July 7, 2008 | Jo Mannies

[kc8ukw]

U.S. Rep. Kenny Hulshof, one of two Republicans running for governor, sent out an e-release this morning challenging rival “Sarah Steelman’s newfound commitment to repeal the state’s renewable fuel directive…”

Hulshof’s campaign contended that Steelman’s call to eliminate Missouri’s ethanol mandate could hike gas prices at a time when Missouri’s are the cheapest in the nation. (Many experts tie Missouri’s low price, in part, to our lower gas taxes.)

[kc8ukw]

‘Tis a Missouri story, oh keeper of the mighty ping list. (Which I should be on, by the way.)

[Lurker]

Many experts tie Missouri’s low price, in part, to our lower gas taxes

No sh** Sherlock.

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[lesser_satan]

Sarah Steelman. NOT GUILTY. Of anything. Ever.

[SierraWasp]

What happened? How come there's two Repubs running for the same seat??? Wasn't there ever a Primary Election, or is this a run-off??? Well no, it couldn't be a run-off between two Repubs... What's going on here? What am I missing?

Oh! And screw the Methanol Mandate!!!

[Hegewisch Dupa]

Because you are of good taste - Ping!

[Dr. Bogus Pachysandra]

“And screw the Methanol Mandate”
Uhhhh,,, thats not what I have in mind right now!

[SierraWasp]

Now I see why it’s called the “Show Me” state!!! Wow!!!

[kc8ukw]

Actually, Missouri is so conservative that we’ve passed a law to deport all Democrats.

(By which I mean, the primary election is August 5th.)

[SierraWasp]

Yew bedder gitcher mind right, there Dr. Yessiree!!! (snort!)

[SierraWasp]

"the primary election is August 5th"

If this CA RE market ever recovers I'm thinkin I might finally give up on my adopted state and re-settle in southwestern MO!!!

The only women politicians we got out here are real dawgs compared to Ms. Steelman!!!

[The Ghost of Rudy McRomney]

Wow, thanks, another hot republican. :-D

[Charles Henrickson]

Hulshof and Steelman are running for the GOP nom, to face Dem AG Jay Nixon in November.

I haven't investigated enough yet to see which of the two I prefer. Any other Missourians know the pros and cons of Hulshof vs. Steelman?

[Just another Joe]

Missouri ping

Low volume ping list

FReepmail me to be on, or off, this list.

[SierraWasp]

Well, Charles... let me suggest you start your research by drinking in that candidate pictured in reply #4. Seriously, you could even consider becoming a mind numbed robot by gazing upon that countenance a little too long!!! Really!!!

[econjack]

Man...what’s the deal? First it’s Alaska’s governor, now this attractive lady shows up. Plus she falls on the same side of the ethanol debate as me. That settles it! If she can fog a mirror, she has my support (and my vote if I lived in MO)!

[econjack]

‘The promotion of biofuels, including Missouri’s ethanol mandate, is clearly working,’

Yea, but for whom? True, farmers are benefiting, but have you seen what's happened to grain prices? Factor in the impact on grain inputs all through the food supply chain and I'll bet the lower gas prices lose out to higher grain-derived products. If you insist on ethanol, she should push for switchgrass as the biomass, rather than corn. Ethanol from corn produces 1.18 units of energy output for every 1.0 units of input--only an 18% gain. The oil ratio is 10,000:1. For switchgrass, it's 800:1. My guess is that her opponent has some farmers in his back pocket who might be a little miffed if he studied the facts.

[Charles Henrickson]

Call me crazy, but I am more concerned with the candidates’ relative conservatism and abilities than their looks.

[Missouri gal]

Steelman’s got quite a few strikes against her on personal behavior. Also took money from Stowers, which to any genuine prolifer is anathema. Third count against her is that she's a poor public speaker. Hulshof is conservative and pro-life to the bone, but has managed to win and keep a congressional seat in a very mixed district (9th) by walking softly on divisive issues (while voting 100% pro-life). Strong reputation for good ethics. Excellent speaker. He has the endorsements of almost all the elected Republicans in the state, which is a nice way of saying they know the wide differences between these candidates.

[Chris DeWeese]

He has the endorsements of almost all the elected Republicans in the state, which is a nice way of saying they know the wide differences between these candidates.

While I will be voting for Sam Graves again this year (who supports Hulshoff), I prefer an outsider rather than promoting a Congressman. We really need new Republicans who don't owe anyone any favors. I'm voting for Steelman.

[kc8ukw]

I dunno. Hulshof does talk well, but he seems more like a typical Washington politican, pork projects included. Steelman showed real initiative with the terror free fund she created. (It is a little tricksy to compare the two since they’re coming from different backgrounds.)

There has been some discussion on the Missouri board about them, if you follow that.

Hulshof does seem to have a much better organized campaign.

[buschbaby]

At the MO Repub State Convention Ron Paul came to Branson for a rally. Steelman attended that rally. The next day all the Paulites had Steelman buttons on. I didn't ask them what positions she shared with Paul but it must have been significant because they jumped on her wagon quickly enough.

I'll vouch for the poor public speaking also. Her speech at convention was rambling and hardly touched on her postions. I also don't think she is tough enough to beat Nixon in the General.

[SierraWasp]

You're a VERY sane person and well grounded in committed conservatism. I feel that I just acted like the Schwartzenegger Swooners did on here during the CA Recall election and the Goobernatorial election that followed.

You have brought me to my senses, once again!!! Thanks.

[phil1750]

Hulshof is conservative and pro-life to the bone

I got a letter from Missouri Right to Life. They have indorsed Steelman.

[calcowgirl]

I feel that I just acted like the Schwartzenegger Swooners did on here during the CA Recall election and the Goobernatorial election that followed.

LOL. I'm glad you came back to your senses!

[SierraWasp]

I know! I felt so shallow and thoughtless!! I was just swept off my feet by my unbridled LUST!!!

I even forgot the prime directive:"Never fall in love with a politician... They'll break your heart every time!" (Lee Rodgers of KSFO AM 560 5:AM to 9:AM daily at KSFO.com)(used to co-host with Melanie Morgan, chair of Move America Forward.org)(she and Mr. Steele of the old CAGOP initiated the historic CA Recall)

[fieldmarshaldj]

I have no expressed strong preference in this primary race, although I wish Hulshof had stayed put in his House seat (Steelman has at least won statewide, so that’s one in her favor). I have considerable worry that rodent Poppin’ Jay Nixon already has the Governorship in the bag (even as the state goes for McCain) no matter whom is nominated.

[Extremely Extreme Extremist]

Anyone who supports the ethanol scam isn’t a conservative. It’s obvious that Hulshof has been in Congress too long.

[Impy]

“Ethanol mandate”=corporate welfare for big corn.

[Missouri gal]

Missouri Right to Life has endorsed both equally. http://www.news-leader.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080624/BLOGS09/80624017 I'm disappointed that they didn't take Steelman’s waffling on stem cell research, or the character and behavior differences into account, but I can see the desire to stay neutral. Yes. Jay Nixon would cream her in the general.