Posted on 02/20/2014 5:53:11 AM PST by jimbo123
Monday on Lubbock’s First News, Dwayne Stovall spoke about his candidacy for a seat on the state Senate.
Stovall is a self titled federalist. He believes in small government and calls himself a Republican with a little “r.” He said, “I’m the republican that the Republican party basically got up and left.” Stovall believes the purpose of the Senate is to protect the “best interests of your state.” He feels that current and previous Senators have increased debt and other problems, rather than working toward the state’s interest.
“I don’t understand how we got to where we are today, but we’re here and I’d like to start pushing the concept of federalism, which is where the states hold the expansive power.” He hopes to “drive discourse” back to federalism from centralized, unconstitutional power. He noted the historical pattern of failure due to debt.
(Excerpt) Read more at kfyo.com ...
” - - - I’d like to start pushing the concept of federalism, which is where the states hold the expansive power.” He hopes to “drive discourse” back to federalism from centralized, unconstitutional power. - - - - “
That’s the Main Idea, Stovall, that is the Main Idea.
He rambled a bit, but got his main point across about getting back to states rights. It’s refreshing a several levels....to hear someone talking about federalism and to NOT hear a well rehearsed, talking-point spewing politician.
“I don’t understand how we got to where we are today...” That is not a good way to start in my opinion. If you don’t know how the problem came about, it’s doubtful you’ll be the best in knowing how to fix it. Still, I hope he gets the votes.
Thanks for finding all this stuff, Jimbo. Go, Stovall!
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