In tomorrow’s special election in Ohio’s 8th congressional district, Republican Warren Davidson might become successor to former Speaker John Boehner. Davidson obviously does not want to waste any time to throw his hat in the ring to compete for the title ‘America’s Worst Congressman’. Davidson is not only happy to be a key part in the growth plan of the House Freedom Caucus, he also is very open about what he wants to do in Congress. Excerpts (bolding mine):
Free markets work. Let’s repeal Obamacare and reform healthcare with conservative solutions.
Warren Davidson is serious about fixing healthcare. Repeal and replace is a pretty slogan, but replace with what? Ending Obamacare is long past due, but so are solutions. Warren will hold Congress’ feet to the fire by insisting that they have the same healthcare as the Veterans Administration (VA). The federal government can’t manage healthcare for 3 million veterans, and they want to inflict their solution on 300 million citizens. By letting Congress experience the inadequacies of the VA, we will not only fix the VA, but also gain consensus on solutions that work. We can build on that to ensure all Americans have powerful, free-market forces working to control costs and quality, rather than protected oligarchs and government monopolies working to serve themselves. [...]
We must secure the border, enforce our laws, and keep amnesty off the table.
America is indeed the land of opportunity, and Warren wants to help restore the meaning of the phrase. However, immigration is a vital national security issue. Warren will apply his military leadership experience to help secure our borders, ensure we have an invulnerable immigration process, and end the perverse incentives that continue making the problems worse. We need to end birthright citizenship, cut federal funds to sanctuary cities and states, and limit access to the rights of citizenship to citizens and legal guests.
Davidson also has endorsement of a really select group. Some ‘highlights’:
Tea Party Express
“Warren Davidson is a true conservative outsider, and exactly the kind of leader we desperately need in Congress. Warren isn’t a career politician or political insider—he’s a proven leader, businessman, and defender of our country. Before becoming a successful businessman, he graduated from West Point and served as one of America’s most elite fighters as an Army Ranger. He has lived a life of service to his community and to our great nation. Warren has a deep passion for conservatism, standing in strong opposition to Obamacare, Common Core, and irresponsible government debt. And the old saying stands true, ‘You are who you surround yourself with.’ In Warren Davidson’s case, that’s Congressman Jim Jordan and the Freedom Caucus. The Freedom Caucus has served as the tip of the spear for conservatives in Washington, D.C., taking on both special interests and establishment, do-nothing politicians. Warren is a fighter and leader, and Tea Party Express is proud to endorse Warren Davidson in Ohio’s 8th Congressional District.”
Senate Conservatives Fund
“Warren Davidson is a strong conservative who will fight for our values and protect the Constitution,” said SCF President Ken Cuccinelli. “Voters in Ohio have a chance to elect someone who will fight for their values. We’re very proud to support Warren Davidson for Congress and we’re excited to do our part to help him win this important race.”
Family Research Council
“These are challenging times and the nation is looking for leaders who are committed to not just talking about the important issues, but actually addressing them. We are thankful for Mr. Davidson’s service to our nation as an Army Ranger. We have also noted the work he has done in transforming his family business and growing it to employ 200 people. Through these experiences and others, he has demonstrated leadership and a deep appreciation for the principles that made this nation great. He recognizes the importance of religious liberty and our First Amendment freedoms. As a member of Congress we know he will work to protect these fundamental freedoms. He understands that Big Government is not the answer to the challenges our country is facing. We know he is committed to reigning in an intrusive government bureaucracy, fighting for Ohio families, and defending the unborn. FRC Action PAC is confident that he will be a strong advocate for Constitutional limited government, for individual liberties, and for strong family values. Once again, we are pleased to offer our endorsement and urge those who care about the future of our nation and our freedoms to support him as well.”
Warren Davidson truly would become an instant contender to be ‘America’s Worst Congressman’. Luckily for us, Davidson has not yet won. Our fellow Kossack Corey Foister is fighting hard to win tomorrow’s special election. If you are interested in stopping Davidson before he gets to Washington, check out my action diary about helping Corey.