Celebrities Watch > Lucid Idiocy (politics): Props to state Sen. Eric Johnson

[Lucid Idiocy (politics)] But you've got to respect his unwillingness to go against Gov. Sonny Perdue on an easy one: The governor's veto of House Bill 481.

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[Blogs.OnlineAthens.com -] Eric Johnson set to announce for governor | Blogs.OnlineAthens.com: A knowledgeable source told me Johnson called him Thursday to say he’ll announce on Monday. Johnson, the former Senate president pro tem, was planning to run for lieutenant governor until Cagle decided to run for re-election.

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[JasonPye.com] JasonPye.com: Johnson switches gears to run for Governor: “As I traveled the state campaigning and visiting with Georgians from all walks of life, I was thrilled to see the support and encouragement we received in every corner of this state,” said Johnson. “Georgians recognize that we need a steady, tested, and experienced leader to address the challenges we face as a state and to build on the progress we’ve made under Republican leadership.

[Peach Pundit] Who Won The Month? Guess Again ”” Peach Pundit: Eric Johnson is another one who strikes me as the good ol boy politician from the old school who can probably pull in a lot of bucks from wealthy and influential donors but I don’t think he has a message for the citizens especially in the current climate regarding politics and politicians that is sweeping across the country. I have heard him speak once and he just came off as an opportunist and seems to want to ride on the coattails of folks like US Rep Tom Price.

[Atlanta Business News - Local Atlanta News | Atlanta Business Chronicle] Eric Johnson to run for governor: The flurry of activity in the Georgia governor’s race since the withdrawal of Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle two weeks ago continued Monday with the entry of state Sen. Eric Johnson into the fray.

[OnlineAthens: Prep Stars] Shipp: Perdue an albatross for GOP gubernatorial candidates ...: Shipp: Perdue an albatross for GOP gubernatorial candidates051309opinion2Athens Banner-Herald The red, white and blue Republican elephant logo adorns the cover of this week's Time magazine, with this headline: "Endangered Species." Inside, Time asks, "Is the Party Over?" The story goes on to say, "Lacking leadership and fresh ideas, the GOP has officially entered the political wilderness. It could take years to find the way back."

[Atlanta Unsheltered] Johnson now in guv's race | Atlanta Unsheltered: “As I traveled the state campaigning and visiting with Georgians from all walks of life, I was thrilled to see the support and encouragement we received in every corner of this state,” said Johnson. “Georgians recognize that we need a steady, tested, and experienced leader to address the challenges we face as a state and to build on the progress we’ve made under Republican leadership.

[BlogCatalog Blog Search: Eric Johnson] My Morning Wooten: Apparently when it comes to Lt. Gov. candidate Eric Johnson, Jim has a blind spot similar to the veil cast by Sarah Palin. Since Sen. Johnson supports one of Jim's pets - school vouchers - he must be a straight shooter. ...

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[Jay Bookman] Secession, nullification ”¦ Is Georgia this crazy? | Jay Bookman: We, then, in great states like Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas, Oklahoma, and Virginia can get back to a society based on traditional Judeo-Christian values where our families won’t have to be subject to the immoral rants of the liberals (see Bill Mohron, Jeanine Garanimal, and Kerry (never) Wirght) or the filth put out by the Hollywierdos. Our tax dollars, if we have to pay ‘em at all, won’t have to support the rotten Acorn, or to screw secured creditors as was done in the Chrysler bankruptcy, and to fund baby-cide.

[SWGA Politics] SWGA Politics » Blog Archive » John Oxendine Campaign Contribution ...: It appears Congressman Nathan Deal and state Senator Eric Johnson, with their entries into the primary, have set the stage and settled the field of candidates. The question is not which candidate are you for, but which candidate is for you?

[DownRight] DownRight » Blog Archive » HB 481 and the Governor's Veto: We cannot deficit spend as the federal government does, even if those deficits generate economic growth in the long term. Recognizing this constitutional obligation, my administration, working with the General Assembly, has cut taxes in each year I have been in office.

[Balloon Juice] Balloon Juice » Blog Archive » This Would Break My Heart: I read in the last week where so and so in the Bush administration received senate approval with 53 votes and yet Reid will not bring Dawn Johnson to a vote because she will only receive 59 votes. He is a complete POS.

[CivSource] The State and Local Scene: Social Media: Writer Mitch Wagner took issue with blog post from Seattle, Washington CIO Bill Schrier who believes its up to Twitter and Facebook to come up with local-government friendly applications. Privacy is one of Mr.

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