Tragedy in Aurora

              In this post / issue my readers may not necessarily agree with my view point. That’s everyone’s prerogative. Early Friday morning, here in our great metropolitan city we had an incident occur that made headlines throughout the world. Watching television, we got what the media wanted us to hear; [fact or opinion] in some cases it was biased. Then what we perceived to hear and see, individually, we formed [jumped] to our own conclusions, what the problem was and how to solve it, how it could it have been avoided. I was not there, neither were most of you. A lot of rhetoric and blame became evident. The media insists that they will focus on the victims and not the perpetrator. Why then is there so much to do about the incident, detailing every nook and cranny, including the residence where this man grew up. The family requested privacy! Can we not honor that?

                I personally was very disappointed in the representations & speeches of elected officials & clergy, [Yes, I quoted that right!] in the event held yesterday at the Court House steps. I felt it was Politically & Religiously motivated. This individual CHOSE to do great harm which is inexcusable. Why? I will never understand, neither will any of the professionals or anyone else, who may become a part of this situation. Only Mr. Holmes & his Almighty God know for a certainty. My diagnosis is not important, whatever I may feel or think as a Victim’s Advocate & Counselor. When I view the picture of this individual, I say “I see a handsome man who made wrong decisions, for whatever reasons. Additionally, I perceive that he had great potential.“ I’m reminded of the account of the women at the well. Jesus wrote on the ground, scripture doesn’t say what he wrote, he told the audience “He that is without sin, let him cast the first stone.” Apparently that did not exempt anyone there, as in this case. I pray for the families who are experiencing great loss, sorrow, pain & suffering. I ask our Sovereign Lord & Saviour to give comfort, physical, emotional & Spiritual healing. I pray for justice to prevail.

Paul “Boots” Reimer CSC
[R] Candidate
House of Representatives
District #32 Adams County
voteforboots.com

Greetings from the beautiful State of Colorado!

Greetings once again; from the beautiful State of Colorado, home of the Rocky Mountains.
I know, it’s Friday the thirteenth, I’m going to endeavor to bring you all up to date as much as feasibly possible, I’m not superstitious. Despite the warm temperatures & the lack of rain, we are engaging in the campaign at full throttle. Thankfully the wild fires are nearly or fully contained. Many homeowners have suffered losses that I can’t even begin to imagine. I believe the firefighters accomplished the task with a great cost, enduring the hardships of being away from families & home for such a long duration. Number one, it’s DEDICATION for the cause they are fighting for. And indeed, that’s why I’m in the race for the Legislature. Sure, there are disappointments when we struggle to gain ground and it may appear we are losing ground. Never look back! As the song writer says “don’t count your money, till the dealins done.” I anticipate a VICTORY, even though there is much ground to be covered between now and November.

The Victory Centers are open and recruiting folks to do telephone calling, we should be able to contact considerably more folks. Additionally; individual candidates are able to make calls from home, using the large data base. I’m not sure how all this works; a candidate can filter it down to their own precincts. WOW! Talk about technology? All I know, I have to do my best with what resources that are available and the God given talents given to me. Neighborhood meet & greets, I’m always attending meetings, and giving short speeches where ever possible. This morning I had the great opportunity to be interviewed by the North Metro Chamber of Commerce. We should know who they will endorse in a few days. In my opinion, it went very smoothly and well. The surveys are coming in right and left, checking to see if a candidate stands with their issues or not, some will endorse and fund accordingly.

Funding is a great concern for most candidates, I’m no exception. A suggestion has come up in the past few days to get the Front Range Bikers together to do a Charity Fund Raiser – Poker Run for my campaign. It is legal as long as we do not raffle any items. Ending with a HUGH Bar B Que. Did I mention FOOD? While we are  in the preliminary stages, several organizations have already been contacted. Several Biker oriented publications, who cover the Front Range & the entire State, will publish a blurb regarding my campaign, in their next issue. Being an advocate for motorcycling, this may encourage voters to check my name at the ballot box? More information will follow in subsequent posts. Please spread the word.

Here are several links for your investigation;
VOTESMART.ORG
WWW.VOTERGUIDE.COM
WWW.CCC.ORG  CHRISTIAN COALITION  
There will be more in future posts.
Feel free to contact me, in fact I encourage it! Your comments and suggestions are welcomed.

Blessings“Boots”

THIS IS WHAT A HERO LOOKS LIKE!

This makes me proud to   be an American.   May you Rest In Peace!

VanT. Barfoot June 15, 1919 - 2 March 2012.

 

Remember the guy who wouldn't take the flag down?

You might remember a news story several months ago about a crotchety old man who defied his homeowners association and refused to take down the flagpole on his property and the large flag that flew on it. Now you can find out whom, exactly, that man was. On June 15, 1919, Van T. Barfoot was born in Edinburgh -- probably didn't make much news back then. Twenty-five years later, on May 23, 1944, near Carano, Italy, Van T. Barfoot, who had enlisted in the US Army in 1940, set out to flank German machine gun positions from which fire was coming down on his fellow soldiers. He advanced through a minefield, took out three enemy machine gun positions and captured 17 prisoners of war.

If that wasn't enough for a day's work, he later Encountered three German tanks sent to retake the machine gun positions. He disabled one of the tanks and forced the other two to redirect towards the flanks. That probably didn't make much news either, given the scope of the war, but it did earn Van T. Barfoot, who retired as a Colonel after also serving in Korea and Vietnam, a Congressional Medal of Honor.

What did   make news... was a neighborhood association's quibble with how the 90-year-old veteran chose to fly the American   flag outside his suburban Virginia home. Seems the rules said a flag could be flown on a house-mounted bracket, but, or decorum, items such as Barfoot's 21-foot flagpole were   unsuitable. He had been denied a permit for the pole, erected it anyway and was facing court action if he didn't take it down. Since the story made national TV, the neighborhood association has rethought its position and agreed to indulge this old hero who dwells among them.

"In the time I have left I plan to continue to fly the American flag without interference," Barfoot told The Associated Press. As well he should, and if any of his neighbors still takes a notion to contest him, they might want to read his Medal of Honor citation. It indicates he's not good at backing down.

Van T. Barfoot's Medal of Honor citation:

WE ONLY LIVE IN THE LAND OF THE FREE…

BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE! AND, BECAUSE OF MEN LIKE VAN BARFOOT! He is obviously not related to anybody in congress!

Having fun at swing the vote

/20/12

    Another sequel to the cyber world via my blog. I wonder from time to time how many folks are actually reading my blogs? First; I want to sincerely express my appreciation to each & everyone who has been instrumental in any capacity, promoting my tenure running for the Legislature. Only days exist from today, till we will positively will be aware of our competitors / opponent. That's when the rubber will start to meet the road! You as the voter will have to decide which issue or Candidate will best represent you for the next four years. You need to be keenly aware that Colorado is a deciding State in the November Elections namely; why is Obama focusing on so many visits to our State?  If you solely depend on the media, you will not have a true representation of the actual FACTS, who can & will lead our Government to a better life in the next four years!!!! Being a true CONSERVATIVE and supporter / defender of our CONSTITUTION, I truly believe that we as intellectual AMERICANS have the DUTY to VOTE responsibly!  That happens only when each of us take the time to research diligently all candidates & issues. I would urge you to get a copy of the Constitution if you do not have a copy, Go to; The Heritage Foundation. org In my next blog I will have links that you can use to check out our next electorate & issues.

Gary Mikes,  Matt Palitch, and Paul Riemer

If you have any comments or questions where I stand, please email me at; Hous_32RDC@q.com or direct mail me at; Elect Paul "Boots" Reimer P O Box 583 Commerce City, CO 80037 I would deeply appreciate your financial support as well. Our funds are extreamly low. I'm not in this race for the Legislative power / recognition, but honestly a position to REPRESENT with integrity,& reliably the Citizens of Adams County & the State of Colorado. I am not easily swayed by those who DO NOT represent sound & Accountable Government.

    On June 9, the Adams County Republicans set up a booth in Derby, on Niagara Street, [DERBY DAZE] representing many Candidates running for; Congress, County Commissioner, C U Board Regents, C U Regent at Large, Senate & House Representatives. Not to forget Rick Santorum. A very busy & hot day, [near 100 degrees] we distributed considerable amount of literature and talked to scores of folks. Our competitors were down several blocks also distributing their literature and talking to folks. I The Primary Election is this coming Tuesday, that's when the REAL CAMPAIGNING will be begin. I ask for your dedicated support.
Thank you.

Busy, Busy, Busy...

Greetings 6/4/12
    The past weekend proved to be a very productive time spent at several venues, meeting and greeting folks. Saturday morning began early with sharing a booth with the candidate for Senate District 25,  THE SUMMER KICK-OFF at Mile High Harley Davidson Dealership in Aurora, CO. Over 2,500 riders showed up for the Charity event. Then it was off to Brighton, CO for the Culture Fest, where we got rained out with high winds. Estimated crowd was in excess of 7,000  On Sunday, we went to the Jefferson County Fairgrounds to view the TOPGUNCOPS MOTOR OFFICER'S COMPETITION [www.topgunscops.com] on their motorcycles. A very worthwhile time investment. Officers from surrounding States and local areas were involved in the competition.

    PLEASE NOTE: Mail in ballots are beginning to be mailed today for the Primary Election. Early voting begins on June 16. If you have moved, changed your name or have not registered, you will not be able to vote! Registration for voting needs to be completed 29 days prior to the day of voting. ONLY Republican & Democrats are eligible for voting in the Primary Election,  If you are not registered, you must do so soon! Remember, you DO NOT need to fill in or vote for issues or candidates on your ballot if you choose not to do so or you are undecided.  EVERY VOTE COUNTS. The November 6th General Election is a critical election, in Colorado, particularly the redistricted District #32 will be watched very carefully. We need to gain a seat in the Senate and retain our seat in the House. Information on the Internet regarding our candidates may not be fully available until after the Primary June 26.  Visit SMARTVOTE.COM
   
    As in earlier posts; please visit my WEB PAGE & BLOG for weekly updates. Inquiries Welcomed! I WILL RESPOND TO EVERY ONE! I accept PayPal for contributions. Just click on the DONATE button. I need your vote [tell other folks about me], volunteers & your financial support for a dynamic and sucessfull campaign. Thank you.

Commerce City, Memorial Day Parade

May 28,2012
Commerce City, Memorial Day Parade

 A beautiful day in the Rockies for a GREAT parade. A bit breezy, just enough to make the flags fly at full mast,75 degrees. The Adams County Republicans were staged near the end of a two mile long [2 hour] parade procession.  Joe Coors, Gary Mikes, Donnia Howell, Mary Dambman, Matt Arnold, Kaarl Hoopes, Fran Bigelow, Matt Plichta, John Sampson, Rick Santorum & others were all represented. In the race are; U S Congress, C U Regents, Adams County Commissioners, State Senate, State House. We jointly represented  several Districts, many Precincts, within the much watched State of Colorado.
 Mr. Reimer rode his Harley with three flags proudly displayed, American, Colorado & the POW / MIA. An estimated 750 hand bills were handed out to the parade watchers along the route. Meeting & greeting voters from every walk of life and race. Many Veterans saluted the flags as they passed by. Some of our candidates will be facing off in the June Primaries, others in the General Election in November. If you have not registered to vote, you have 29 days before the election to do so. EVERY VOTE COUNTS. This is a critical Election year!  I have personally resolved to MAKE A DIFFERENCE not a change. I will REPRESENT MY VOTING CONSTITUENCY 101%  Not the Legislative protocol, I plan to have  Town Hall Meetings every month. 

 RESPONSIBLE, TRANSPARENT, CREDIBLE GOVERNMENT. RESTORING TRUST IN YOUR ELECTED OFFICIALS. 
 
 I am a Statesman not a Politician!!! A businessman, I can and will trim the budgets!!!! Visit me on my blog; http://bootsreimer.blogspot.com   Voice  your concerns at; Hous_32Rdc@q.com
 
 I WILL RESPOND TO EVERY ISSUE YOU SEND ME.  I need your VOTE!  Thank you.
 Paul "Boots" Reimer,  State House Representative District #32

The campaign kicks off

 Mr. Reimer is keeping a full schedule with campaigning, along with his volunteers. Campaign finances are a bit slow coming in. However, He is making great progress in his District, [#32] with flyers and phone calls. He is running unopposed in the Primary Election. Speaking at selected venues, it appears he is well accepted with his conservative views. Mr. Reimer is a  true Statesman, not a Politician, with REAL Family values. He will defend & support the Constitution. On Memorial Day weekend [Monday] he is going to be participating in the local Commerce City parade, which is the largest in the west, handing out literature and exposing his name & intended post to thousands. Other venues include a Culture Fest in Brighton, CO.

 Some of the issues he is presenting are; Accountability, Transparency in Government, Trimming the expenditures & tightening the budget. Restoring trust in our elected officials. Relaxing regulations / taxation on new businesses to create an environment for job growth in the County & State. He is adamant / unashamed about his unfeigned STRONG FAITH Base. His motto; MAKE A DIFFERENCE NOT CHANGE. We're having lots of fun beside the work, meeting and greeting folks from all walks of life. :)