I’ve neglected The Move Right for quite a long time. One, out of political exhaustion. Two, out of sheer frustration. Many of you know that I worked on one of the campaigns here in Colorado, it was miserable. The candidate sucked as a candidate and the nature of politics is plainly ridiculous. So because of my frustrations I ran from the political scene for about a year. I did the normal yelling at the tv screen when OWS popped up, and the financial crisis being extended with QE2, and so many more things.

That being said, I’m back in the ring. Not only have I started a new company; Tiny p Productions, that will in part target campaigns that need video support, I’m also back to vetting and supporting candidates that I believe in.

My first project that I took on with TMR, which is really the campaign that brought The Move Right to anyone’s attention, was then candidate Chris Holbert. He is now Representative Chris Holbert of CO district 44. Chris who has since become a personal friend of mine, has meet all of my expectations as a State Representative. Chris Holbert has proven to be one of the most conservative people I’ve ever met, and I’m not even talking about his still short time in office.

Chris is a devout husband to Diane and father to Victor and Carson. He is also very outspoken about his faith, and if you watch him on any given day in the state house, you’ll find him praying under his breath, or even praying for someone in the hallway. This is rare, I’m an ordained pastor, who’s been paid to do that stuff and I’m not sure how bold I am in my faith to step out of a session because someone needs something.

During Chris’ very short time in the Colorado Legislature he’s not only been conservative and an example of faith, but he’s done the unthinkable. Representative Chris Holbert, the politician, fulfilled campaign promises. Yep, you heard that right. Here’s just a few:

2011 Legislative Highlights

Senate Bill 018 to require proof of citizenship for voter registration. Sponsored by Senator Harvey and Representative Holbert, the bill was assigned to the Senate Committee on State, Veteran, and Military Affairs (aka the “Kill Committee”) and was killed by Democrats (Senators Heath, Bacon, and Boyd) on a 3-2 party line vote.

House Bill 1252 to allow the Secretary of State to verify proof of citizenship after voter registration. Sponsored by Representative Holbert and Senator Harvey, the bill passed by the House Committee on State, Veteran, and Military Affairs, then by the House Committee on Appropriations. HB-1252 was then approved by the State House with bipartisan support. From there, the bill was assigned to the Senate Committee on State, Veteran, and Military Affairs (aka the “Kill Committee”) and was killed by Democrats (Senators Heath, Bacon, and Boyd) on a 3-2 party line vote.

Senate Concurrent Resolution 002 to refer to the ballot a measure to require proof of citizenship for voter registration. Sponsored by Senator Lambert and Representative Holbert, SCR-002 was intended to allow the voters to decide wheather proof of citizenship should be required to register to vote. The Resolution was assigned to the Senate Committee on State, Veteran, and Military Affairs (aka the “Kill Committee”) and was killed by Democrats (Senators Heath, Bacon, and Boyd) on a 3-2 party line vote.

Senate Bill 126 to provide in state tuition rates to persons illegally present in Colorado. The bill was passed by the Democrat-controlled Senate and killed by the House Committee on Education. As a member of the Education Committee, Representative Holbert was an outspoken opponent to the bill and did not hesitate to vote against the measure. “We must not provide yet another incentive for people to come here illegally,” said Holbert.

House Resolution 1009 by Representative Holbert. The Resolution encourages the State Board of Education to work with local school districts to adopt standards by which students graduating from high school in Colorado can demonstrate an aptitude and appreciation for American Exceptionalism. Passed by the Colorado House and sent to Governor Hickenlooper, our seven members of Congress, and the State Board of Education.

Now Rep. Holbert may not have been successful in all of his legislative bids, but he did as promised, and I commend him for that.

Chris has also begun to garner support from some unusual places and people. And it’s making the GOP political machine, not just irritated and not just annoyed, but flat out pissed. Especially within the ranks of the “ultra-conservative” Douglas County political system. Chris has stepped out of line, and I love him for that.

One huge issue for the political machine here in DougCo, is Chris’ endorsement from former Libertarian head David K. Williams, now republican activist and Vice-Chair of El Paso GOP. David, along with several other “political outcasts” have banded together to throw their support behind the Representative. In an upcoming event, supporting Chris’ candidacy and continuing election campaign, David and Don Rodgers and others will help Chris in his bid for another term of office. Find the event on Facebook.

Don Rodgers, an outspoken 9-12er and tea-partier, is co-hosting among others. Don had this to say on his Facebook page early on Nov 9, 2011.

I support Rep. Chris Holbert

On 10 Nov, supporters of Rep Chris Holbert are gathering and I am proud to be listed as a “co-host” for the event and although I can not physically attend I am sending the first cash donation to his reelection campaign today. Those who know me understand that I do not do this lightly. Politicians have failed us on many levels and I have become very selective in individuals I support. Watching Rep Holbert closely on every vote this last legislative session proved to me that Chris is not a “politician” , but he is a man of his word and his record is evidence. Chris ran on the values and principles of many in the liberty group community. Those are really just the values and principles most Americans live their lives by and expect of those we elect to represent us. Chris has proved he approaches his duties as an elected official exactly as he promised. He has proved his metal.

America suffers from a leadership crisis in government and we need honest and truly good men and women to step up into leadership roles. We as citizens must also be willing to support these individuals. I do not live in Rep Holbert’s district, but I know we need his leadership in Colorado. I support Rep Holbert and if you are looking for those to support in restoring Colorado to a more limited government and one that truly puts its citizens first, I ask you consider looking at Rep Holbert’s record and how he has conducted himself since taking office.

Don

This upsets people, the machine wants to keep the status quo, Don and Dave are anything but status quo. And I’m sure that’s why they’ve put their support behind Chris. It’s the reason I support him as well. But don’t blindly take my word on Chris. I hope you vet Chris, I’m not even sure I love everything about the man, but he’s got my support. Period.

One last thing, a character example of Chris. I got off the phone with him recently thinking, “wow that was cool.” He told me, “Paul if you think I’m being too stubbron or egotistical, tell me. If I am, and I trust you’d tell me, then I will fall on my face repent and ask for God’s forgiveness.”

I know that this is too “extreme right-winged” conservative crap to many of you out there, but this is one of the best things about Chris. He’s grounded, his faith and family keep him that way. As long as this holds true with him I will support Chris’ continued bid for office.

If you’re interested in going to an event to help Chris out click here: http://origin.library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/1102826680724-32/Nov_10_Event.pdf