The health care bill that President Obama just signed into law is a monstrosity that raises taxes, increases government spending at times when we are already deep in debt, and mandates unprecedented government intrusion into our lives. The new law is nothing short of a complete government takeover of our health care system, which comprises nearly one sixth of our economy.
As a resident of North Mississippi”s First Congressional District, we are deeply disappointed in our current Congressman Travis Childers for waiting until the 11th hour before deciding to vote against Obamacare. Long after the people of this district and all across America had loudly proclaimed their opposition to this socialist scheme, Travis Childers continued to refuse to state his position.
One wonders what his vote would have ended up being if Nancy Pelosi had not had enough votes to pass the bill.
The people of North Mississippi deserve a Congressman who will not sit on the fence but instead will lead the fight against the liberal agenda being pushed by Barack Obama, Harry Reid, and Nancy Pelosi.
Alan Nunnelee is the best choice to do just that. He has a proven record of cutting taxes, reducing spending, and standing up to liberals who want to expand government.
Alan grew up in our neighborhood, attended the same church as we and attended Caldwell High School with our daughter. He has also served as a state senator from Lee and Pontotoc counties for the past 15 years.
I ask my fellow citizens to join us in supporting Alan Nunnelee for Congress, first in the Republican primary on June 1 and then again on Nov. 2 in the general election.
Johnny and Bobbie Page, Columbus
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