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Friday, August 31, 2007
Friday, August 24, 2007
On Tuesday, August 21, members of the Harris County, Texas Board of Education voted to name the county education department building after the nation’s 40th president, Ronald Wilson Reagan. The dedication to President Reagan, the first of its kind in Harris County, was championed by new board member Michael Wolfe.
With the board’s 5-2 vote of approval, the main building of the county Department of Education located on Irvington Boulevard will soon bear the name of America’s favorite president.
“Mr. Wolfe’s hard work to honor President Reagan deserves recognition,” said Grover Norquist, chairman of the Ronald Reagan Legacy Project, a leading force in preserving Reagan’s legacy. “While Ronald Reagan was a leader in world politics, he also played a great role in the lives of individual Americans. Recognizing his memory on every level is a great honor to his life and legacy.”
In his two terms as president, Reagan worked to rid the threat of communism overseas while boosting the American spirit. Despite the strength of growing communist states and a struggling economy, he pushed forward to succeed in halting the expansion of U.S. government and non-democratic governments abroad.
Texas is already home to 6 dedications, including Ronald Reagan Public Library and High School in San Antonio. The new building dedication in Harris County joins over 95 dedications to the late president in the United States and 9 abroad.
“Ronald Reagan’s legacy should be held up for future generations to value,” continued Norquist. “The Harris County dedication is a great example of taking every opportunity to preserve the ideals and leadership President Reagan brought our country.”
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
Wisconsin Assembly Celebrates Reagan
Assembly budget would name highway for 40th president
On Tuesday, July 10, Wisconsin’s Republican-controlled assembly approved a budget plan which would rename a portion of US Route 14 “Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway.” The Ronald Reagan Legacy Project (RRLP) praises all Wisconsin lawmakers who endeavor to preserve the memory of President Reagan in their state.
The assembly balanced the state budget without increasing taxes, eliminating a myriad of taxes proposed by Governor Jim Doyle (D) and an $18 billion payroll tax in the senate budget that would have quickly made Wisconsin the highest-taxed state in the nation.
The budget’s highway proposal would rename US Highway 14 from Madison south to the Illinois border. This was the second attempt in recent years to name the same section of the highway. Gov. Doyle vetoed a separate bill to rename the section “Ronald Reagan Highway” after it passed both the senate and assembly in 2005.
“The assembly budget is the perfect place for this proposal in Wisconsin,” said Grover Norquist, chairman of the RRLP. “President Reagan’s legacy clearly lives on in the minds of these representatives, who passed an admirable no-tax-increase budget and demonstrated their respect for Wisconsin taxpayers.”
During his two terms in office, President Reagan lowered the top marginal income tax rate from 70 percent to 28 percent, which increased the relative tax burden of the highest 1 percent of income earners, who generated more income as a result. Reagan’s economic policies began one of the greatest periods of economic prosperity and development in American history.
“Both this resolution and the fiscally responsible budget approved in the Assembly are testament to the great presidency and life of Ronald Wilson Reagan,” said Norquist. “It is critical that both his life and mission be remembered as America looks to define its role in the 21st century.”
Assembly budget would name highway for 40th president
On Tuesday, July 10, Wisconsin’s Republican-controlled assembly approved a budget plan which would rename a portion of US Route 14 “Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway.” The Ronald Reagan Legacy Project (RRLP) praises all Wisconsin lawmakers who endeavor to preserve the memory of President Reagan in their state.
The assembly balanced the state budget without increasing taxes, eliminating a myriad of taxes proposed by Governor Jim Doyle (D) and an $18 billion payroll tax in the senate budget that would have quickly made Wisconsin the highest-taxed state in the nation.
The budget’s highway proposal would rename US Highway 14 from Madison south to the Illinois border. This was the second attempt in recent years to name the same section of the highway. Gov. Doyle vetoed a separate bill to rename the section “Ronald Reagan Highway” after it passed both the senate and assembly in 2005.
“The assembly budget is the perfect place for this proposal in Wisconsin,” said Grover Norquist, chairman of the RRLP. “President Reagan’s legacy clearly lives on in the minds of these representatives, who passed an admirable no-tax-increase budget and demonstrated their respect for Wisconsin taxpayers.”
During his two terms in office, President Reagan lowered the top marginal income tax rate from 70 percent to 28 percent, which increased the relative tax burden of the highest 1 percent of income earners, who generated more income as a result. Reagan’s economic policies began one of the greatest periods of economic prosperity and development in American history.
“Both this resolution and the fiscally responsible budget approved in the Assembly are testament to the great presidency and life of Ronald Wilson Reagan,” said Norquist. “It is critical that both his life and mission be remembered as America looks to define its role in the 21st century.”
Ronald Reagan Parkway Lures Businesses
On Wednesday, July 11, Indiana motorists passed for the first time over a new two-mile, four-lane section of the Ronald Reagan Parkway. The Reagan Parkway, when completed, will stretch 9.8 miles, connecting I-70 and I-65 through Hendricks and Boone counties.
Indianans have high expectations for the parkway around which commercial, industrial, and office development is expected to cause a boom of regional economic growth. Millions of square feet of warehouses and distribution centers have already been constructed.
“The Ronald Reagan Parkway appropriately preserves President Reagan’s distinguished legacy,” said Grover Norquist, chairman of the Ronald Reagan Legacy Project, a leading force in preserving Reagan’s legacy. “With the creation of Reagan Parkway, Indianans look to imitate the period of economic growth and development enjoyed as a result of the president’s strong policies.”
As president, Ronald Reagan fought to eliminate the threat of communism throughout the world. Domestically, President Reagan’s broad tax cuts and bold monetary policy curbed inflation and promoted a healthy business environment in the United States.
Indiana is already home to I-469, a 31-mile beltway near Fort Wayne, which in 2004 was dubbed the Ronald Reagan Expressway. The newly-named Ronald Reagan Parkway joins over 95 dedications to the late president in the United States. RRLP praises all efforts in Indiana and beyond to memorialize America’s 40th president.
“Ronald Reagan’s presidency was a time of pride and hope for a bright future in America,” continued Norquist. “It is important that we take every opportunity to preserve and cherish the liberty and prosperity he brought our country.”
Indianans have high expectations for the parkway around which commercial, industrial, and office development is expected to cause a boom of regional economic growth. Millions of square feet of warehouses and distribution centers have already been constructed.
“The Ronald Reagan Parkway appropriately preserves President Reagan’s distinguished legacy,” said Grover Norquist, chairman of the Ronald Reagan Legacy Project, a leading force in preserving Reagan’s legacy. “With the creation of Reagan Parkway, Indianans look to imitate the period of economic growth and development enjoyed as a result of the president’s strong policies.”
As president, Ronald Reagan fought to eliminate the threat of communism throughout the world. Domestically, President Reagan’s broad tax cuts and bold monetary policy curbed inflation and promoted a healthy business environment in the United States.
Indiana is already home to I-469, a 31-mile beltway near Fort Wayne, which in 2004 was dubbed the Ronald Reagan Expressway. The newly-named Ronald Reagan Parkway joins over 95 dedications to the late president in the United States. RRLP praises all efforts in Indiana and beyond to memorialize America’s 40th president.
“Ronald Reagan’s presidency was a time of pride and hope for a bright future in America,” continued Norquist. “It is important that we take every opportunity to preserve and cherish the liberty and prosperity he brought our country.”
Tuesday, June 05, 2007
Three Years After Reagan's Passing, His Legacy Lives On
Today, June 5th, 2007, is the third anniversary of the passing of President Ronald Reagan. As time marches on, it is more important than ever to help preserve Reagan's legacy for future generations.
Three recent landmark dedications represent significant memorials to the late president. In North Dakota, state Rep. Blair Thoreson played an instrumental role in authorizing the naming of an abandoned nuclear missle silo in honor of Reagan. On the other end of the country, Rep. David Rivera spearheaded an effort to designate the University House at Florida International University as the "Ronald W. Reagan Presidential House." Also, this week in California, Reagan was honored at the unveiling of the new Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center.
Thanks to the hard work of leaders such as Rep. Thoreson and Rep. Rivera, Ronald Reagan's legacy of freedom and prosperity will continue to thrive in the years after his passing.
Today, June 5th, 2007, is the third anniversary of the passing of President Ronald Reagan. As time marches on, it is more important than ever to help preserve Reagan's legacy for future generations.
Three recent landmark dedications represent significant memorials to the late president. In North Dakota, state Rep. Blair Thoreson played an instrumental role in authorizing the naming of an abandoned nuclear missle silo in honor of Reagan. On the other end of the country, Rep. David Rivera spearheaded an effort to designate the University House at Florida International University as the "Ronald W. Reagan Presidential House." Also, this week in California, Reagan was honored at the unveiling of the new Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center.
Thanks to the hard work of leaders such as Rep. Thoreson and Rep. Rivera, Ronald Reagan's legacy of freedom and prosperity will continue to thrive in the years after his passing.
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
North Dakota Legislators Urged to Honor Reagan
Reagan Historical Site would commemorate the greatest of Reagan’s triumphs
Washington, D.C.- The Ronald Reagan Legacy Project, a national group devoted to memorializing the late president, applauded the efforts of the North Dakota legislature and urged state representatives and senators to support the amended House Bill 1018 as a tribute to the nation’s 40th president. Thanks to an amendment authored by Rep. Blair Thoreson (R-Fargo) and Rep. Bob Skarphol (R- Tioga), HB 1018 would allow the state of North Dakota to rename a missile silo after President Ronald Reagan.
The passage of HB 1018 will ensure that the abandoned nuclear silo will become a preserved tourist site to be named after President Reagan. If the state legislature does not act swiftly, the Air Force will demolish what would be a most fitting tribute to Reagan.
President Reagan is credited with successfully launching the development of missile defense technologies in the 1980s, calling upon scientists to develop a method to intercept and destroy enemy missiles before they could reach American soil. This played a great role in defense development during the Cold War, allowing American citizens to feel safe within their own borders from the threat of long-range missile attacks. Reagan’s defense system has become especially important in recent years as the development of mass weaponry is occurring rapidly overseas.
“The efforts of Rep. Thoreson and Rep. Skarphol are commendable. This tribute to Ronald Reagan is fitting as he was the champion of protecting American values, at home and abroad,” said Grover Norquist, chairman of the Ronald Reagan Legacy Project. “President Reagan was an unabashed leader and true patriot- this dedication will allow future generations to remember his constancy and ability to protect the American people through the tumultuous Cold War era.”
The dedication of this silo would be the first memorial to President Reagan in the state of North Dakota. Currently, there are at least 95 dedications to the late president in 26 states and 9 abroad. President Reagan captured the hearts of North Dakota voters with nearly 65 percent of the vote in both the 1980 and 1984 presidential race.
“With the passage of H.B. 1018, the North Dakota State Legislature will truly memorialize President Reagan’s bold and successful strategy- peace through strength,” said Norquist.
Reagan Historical Site would commemorate the greatest of Reagan’s triumphs
Washington, D.C.- The Ronald Reagan Legacy Project, a national group devoted to memorializing the late president, applauded the efforts of the North Dakota legislature and urged state representatives and senators to support the amended House Bill 1018 as a tribute to the nation’s 40th president. Thanks to an amendment authored by Rep. Blair Thoreson (R-Fargo) and Rep. Bob Skarphol (R- Tioga), HB 1018 would allow the state of North Dakota to rename a missile silo after President Ronald Reagan.
The passage of HB 1018 will ensure that the abandoned nuclear silo will become a preserved tourist site to be named after President Reagan. If the state legislature does not act swiftly, the Air Force will demolish what would be a most fitting tribute to Reagan.
President Reagan is credited with successfully launching the development of missile defense technologies in the 1980s, calling upon scientists to develop a method to intercept and destroy enemy missiles before they could reach American soil. This played a great role in defense development during the Cold War, allowing American citizens to feel safe within their own borders from the threat of long-range missile attacks. Reagan’s defense system has become especially important in recent years as the development of mass weaponry is occurring rapidly overseas.
“The efforts of Rep. Thoreson and Rep. Skarphol are commendable. This tribute to Ronald Reagan is fitting as he was the champion of protecting American values, at home and abroad,” said Grover Norquist, chairman of the Ronald Reagan Legacy Project. “President Reagan was an unabashed leader and true patriot- this dedication will allow future generations to remember his constancy and ability to protect the American people through the tumultuous Cold War era.”
The dedication of this silo would be the first memorial to President Reagan in the state of North Dakota. Currently, there are at least 95 dedications to the late president in 26 states and 9 abroad. President Reagan captured the hearts of North Dakota voters with nearly 65 percent of the vote in both the 1980 and 1984 presidential race.
“With the passage of H.B. 1018, the North Dakota State Legislature will truly memorialize President Reagan’s bold and successful strategy- peace through strength,” said Norquist.
Tuesday, February 20, 2007
This year a record 42 states recognized Ronald Reagan's birthday! Check out the full list below.
RONALD REAGAN DAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2007
42 States Recognized Reagan Day
Governors Who Have Issued a Proclamation:
34 governors, 21 Republican (62%), 13 Democrat (38%)
Robert Riley (R – AL)
Sarah Palin (R – AK)
+Arnold Schwarzenegger (R – CA)
+Bill Owens (R – CO)
M. Jodi Rell (R – CT)
+Sonny Perdue (R – GA)
Linda Lingle (R – HI)
Butch Otter (R – ID)
+Rod Blagojevich (D – IL)
+Mitch Daniels (R – IN)
+Chet Culver (D – IA)
+Ernie Fletcher (R – KY)
Kathleen Blanco (D –LA)
John Baldacci (D – ME)
Timothy Pawlenty (R – MN)
+Haley Barbour (R – MS)
Matt Blunt (R – MO)
David Heineman (R – NE)
Jim Gibbons (R – NV)
John Lynch (D – NH)
+Bill Richardson (D – NM)
Eliot Spitzer (D – NY)
+John Hoeven (R – ND)
*Brad Henry (D – OK)
+Theodore Kulongoski (D – OR)
+Don Carcieri (R – RI)
Mark Sanford (R – SC)
+Phil Bredesen (D – TN)
+Rick Perry (R-TX)
Jon Huntsman, Jr. (R – UT)
James Douglas (R – VT)
Christine Gregoire (D – WA)
+Joe Manchin, III (D-WV)
David Freudenthal (D – WY)
*Denotes a verbal confirmation of the proclamation.
+ Denotes a resolution introduced in the state.
Legislators Who Have Introduced a Resolution:
23 States, 30 legislative bodies, 19 adopted
AZ - Resolution read by Rep. Steven Yarbrough (2/6/07)
CA - Rep. Audra Strickland– H.R. 6 – Adopted (2/09/07)
CO - Sen. Greg Brophy – S.J.R. 11 – Adopted (2/6/07)
CO - Sen. Wayne Allard – S.R. 73 – Adopted (2/6/07)
FL - Rep. Mike Fasano – S.B. 1918 – Prefiled (2/21/07)
GA - Sen. Ralph T. Hudgens – S.R. 131 – Adopted (2/1/07)
IL - Rep. Jack D. Franks – H.R. 55 – Introduced (1/31/07)
IL - Rep. Robert Pritchard – H.R. 78 – Introduced (2/7/07)
IA - Sen. Jeff Angelo – S.R. 8 – Adopted (2/6/07)
IN - Rep. Eric A. Koch – H.C.R. 14 – Adopted (2/6/07)
KS - Sen. Dennis Ryle – S.R. 1814 – Adopted (2/6/07)
KY - Rep. Ron Crimm – H.R. 64 – Adopted (2/6/07)
KY - Sen. Jack Westwood – S.R. 30 – Adopted (2/6/07)
MA - Adopted in the House (2/6/07)
MA - Adopted in the Senate (2/5/07)
MS - Rep. Mike Lott – H.C.R. 48 – Introduced (1/30/07)
NV - Sen. William J. Raggio – S.C.R. 1 – Adopted (2/6/07)
NM - Rep. Anna Crook – H.J.M. 21 – Adopted (2/6/07)
NJ - Rep. Sean Kean– A.J.R. 98 – Introduced (2/23/06)
ND - Rep. Bette B. Grande – H.C.R. 3021 – Adopted (2/6/07)
OR - Rep. Donna G. Welson – H.C.R. 3 – Introduced (2/6/07)
PA - Rep. Daryl D. Metcalfe – H.R. 18 – Adopted (1/30/07)
PA - Sen. Jeffery E. Piccola – S.R. 28 – Adopted (2/6/07)
RI - Rep. Robert A. Watson – H.B. 5339 – Adopted (2/6/07)
TN - Rep. Jason Mumpower – H.J.R. 95 – Introduced (2/5/07)
TN - Sen. Diane Black– S.J.R. 28 – Introduced (1/29/07)
TX - Rep. Harvey Hilderbran – H.R. 245 – Adopted (2/6/07)
WV - Rep. Jonathan Miller– H.C.R. 17 – Introduced (2/1/07)
WV - Sen. Don Caruth – S.R. 13 – Adopted (2/6/07)
WI - Sen. Ted Kanavas – S.J.R. 4 – Introduced (1/9/07)
Governors Who Did Not Issue a Proclamation:
16 governors, 14 Democrat (87.5%), 1 Republican (6.25%), 1 No Response (6.25%), 8 states with introduced resolutions or annual days
+Janet Napolitano (D – AZ)
O Mike Beebe (D – AR)
Ruth Ann Minner (D – DE)
*+Charlie Crist (R – FL)
+Kathleen Sebelius (D – KS)
Martin O’Malley (D – MD)
+Deval Patrick (D – MA)
Jennifer Granholm (D – MI)
Brian Schweitzer (D – MT)
Mike Easley (D – NC)
+Jon Corzine (D – NJ)
Ted Strickland (D – OH)
+Ed Rendell (D – PA)
Mike Rounds (R – SD)
Tim Kaine (D – VA)
+Jim Doyle (D-WI)
*Denotes no response at this time.
+ Denotes resolution introduced in the state.
O Denotes states with annual Reagan Day.
RONALD REAGAN DAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2007
42 States Recognized Reagan Day
Governors Who Have Issued a Proclamation:
34 governors, 21 Republican (62%), 13 Democrat (38%)
Robert Riley (R – AL)
Sarah Palin (R – AK)
+Arnold Schwarzenegger (R – CA)
+Bill Owens (R – CO)
M. Jodi Rell (R – CT)
+Sonny Perdue (R – GA)
Linda Lingle (R – HI)
Butch Otter (R – ID)
+Rod Blagojevich (D – IL)
+Mitch Daniels (R – IN)
+Chet Culver (D – IA)
+Ernie Fletcher (R – KY)
Kathleen Blanco (D –LA)
John Baldacci (D – ME)
Timothy Pawlenty (R – MN)
+Haley Barbour (R – MS)
Matt Blunt (R – MO)
David Heineman (R – NE)
Jim Gibbons (R – NV)
John Lynch (D – NH)
+Bill Richardson (D – NM)
Eliot Spitzer (D – NY)
+John Hoeven (R – ND)
*Brad Henry (D – OK)
+Theodore Kulongoski (D – OR)
+Don Carcieri (R – RI)
Mark Sanford (R – SC)
+Phil Bredesen (D – TN)
+Rick Perry (R-TX)
Jon Huntsman, Jr. (R – UT)
James Douglas (R – VT)
Christine Gregoire (D – WA)
+Joe Manchin, III (D-WV)
David Freudenthal (D – WY)
*Denotes a verbal confirmation of the proclamation.
+ Denotes a resolution introduced in the state.
Legislators Who Have Introduced a Resolution:
23 States, 30 legislative bodies, 19 adopted
AZ - Resolution read by Rep. Steven Yarbrough (2/6/07)
CA - Rep. Audra Strickland– H.R. 6 – Adopted (2/09/07)
CO - Sen. Greg Brophy – S.J.R. 11 – Adopted (2/6/07)
CO - Sen. Wayne Allard – S.R. 73 – Adopted (2/6/07)
FL - Rep. Mike Fasano – S.B. 1918 – Prefiled (2/21/07)
GA - Sen. Ralph T. Hudgens – S.R. 131 – Adopted (2/1/07)
IL - Rep. Jack D. Franks – H.R. 55 – Introduced (1/31/07)
IL - Rep. Robert Pritchard – H.R. 78 – Introduced (2/7/07)
IA - Sen. Jeff Angelo – S.R. 8 – Adopted (2/6/07)
IN - Rep. Eric A. Koch – H.C.R. 14 – Adopted (2/6/07)
KS - Sen. Dennis Ryle – S.R. 1814 – Adopted (2/6/07)
KY - Rep. Ron Crimm – H.R. 64 – Adopted (2/6/07)
KY - Sen. Jack Westwood – S.R. 30 – Adopted (2/6/07)
MA - Adopted in the House (2/6/07)
MA - Adopted in the Senate (2/5/07)
MS - Rep. Mike Lott – H.C.R. 48 – Introduced (1/30/07)
NV - Sen. William J. Raggio – S.C.R. 1 – Adopted (2/6/07)
NM - Rep. Anna Crook – H.J.M. 21 – Adopted (2/6/07)
NJ - Rep. Sean Kean– A.J.R. 98 – Introduced (2/23/06)
ND - Rep. Bette B. Grande – H.C.R. 3021 – Adopted (2/6/07)
OR - Rep. Donna G. Welson – H.C.R. 3 – Introduced (2/6/07)
PA - Rep. Daryl D. Metcalfe – H.R. 18 – Adopted (1/30/07)
PA - Sen. Jeffery E. Piccola – S.R. 28 – Adopted (2/6/07)
RI - Rep. Robert A. Watson – H.B. 5339 – Adopted (2/6/07)
TN - Rep. Jason Mumpower – H.J.R. 95 – Introduced (2/5/07)
TN - Sen. Diane Black– S.J.R. 28 – Introduced (1/29/07)
TX - Rep. Harvey Hilderbran – H.R. 245 – Adopted (2/6/07)
WV - Rep. Jonathan Miller– H.C.R. 17 – Introduced (2/1/07)
WV - Sen. Don Caruth – S.R. 13 – Adopted (2/6/07)
WI - Sen. Ted Kanavas – S.J.R. 4 – Introduced (1/9/07)
Governors Who Did Not Issue a Proclamation:
16 governors, 14 Democrat (87.5%), 1 Republican (6.25%), 1 No Response (6.25%), 8 states with introduced resolutions or annual days
+Janet Napolitano (D – AZ)
O Mike Beebe (D – AR)
Ruth Ann Minner (D – DE)
*+Charlie Crist (R – FL)
+Kathleen Sebelius (D – KS)
Martin O’Malley (D – MD)
+Deval Patrick (D – MA)
Jennifer Granholm (D – MI)
Brian Schweitzer (D – MT)
Mike Easley (D – NC)
+Jon Corzine (D – NJ)
Ted Strickland (D – OH)
+Ed Rendell (D – PA)
Mike Rounds (R – SD)
Tim Kaine (D – VA)
+Jim Doyle (D-WI)
*Denotes no response at this time.
+ Denotes resolution introduced in the state.
O Denotes states with annual Reagan Day.
Tuesday, February 13, 2007
Grover Norquist, Chairman of the Ronald Reagan Legacy Project, Comments on Fox News Channel's 'Fox & Friends'
FNC 02/13/07 08:45:08:
...Brian: Ronald Reagan was one of the most prominent figures in the 20th century, most would agree.
Gretchen: Why are some refusing to ignore his birthday. You're proposing through the foundation that February 6, be Ronald Reagan Day as a holiday. Would that entail that it would be like other holidays, the banks are closed, no mail, etc.?
Grover: We ask that governors make a proclamation that it is Ronald Reagan Day. It doesn't mean that the banks are closed or no mail. It doesn't interfere with commerce. The good news is that most governors have done it. 17 governors failed to do so.
Brian: Name some that stand out an surprise you.
Grover: Tim Kaine in Virginia to tries to argue that he is a moderate, refused. Eliot Spitzer, the liberal democrat from New York did it very quick lirks very graciously. It is not a partisan divide. Deval Patrick from Massachusetts has refused to do this for Reagan. And -- the good news is that most states -- the state legislature in Massachusetts, both houses passed resolutions, but the governor hasn't issued a proclamation.
Gretchen: All of the states governors must sign off?
Grover: Not every state does it. Arnold Schwarzenegger did it for California. Janet Nopalatano refused to do it in Arizona. She pretends to be nonpartisan --
Gretchen: It is not a federal situation?
Grover: It is state by state. The house didn't get around to it at the national level. It is an opportunity for every state legislature and governor to honor Ronald Reagan on his...
FNC 02/13/07 08:45:08:
...Brian: Ronald Reagan was one of the most prominent figures in the 20th century, most would agree.
Gretchen: Why are some refusing to ignore his birthday. You're proposing through the foundation that February 6, be Ronald Reagan Day as a holiday. Would that entail that it would be like other holidays, the banks are closed, no mail, etc.?
Grover: We ask that governors make a proclamation that it is Ronald Reagan Day. It doesn't mean that the banks are closed or no mail. It doesn't interfere with commerce. The good news is that most governors have done it. 17 governors failed to do so.
Brian: Name some that stand out an surprise you.
Grover: Tim Kaine in Virginia to tries to argue that he is a moderate, refused. Eliot Spitzer, the liberal democrat from New York did it very quick lirks very graciously. It is not a partisan divide. Deval Patrick from Massachusetts has refused to do this for Reagan. And -- the good news is that most states -- the state legislature in Massachusetts, both houses passed resolutions, but the governor hasn't issued a proclamation.
Gretchen: All of the states governors must sign off?
Grover: Not every state does it. Arnold Schwarzenegger did it for California. Janet Nopalatano refused to do it in Arizona. She pretends to be nonpartisan --
Gretchen: It is not a federal situation?
Grover: It is state by state. The house didn't get around to it at the national level. It is an opportunity for every state legislature and governor to honor Ronald Reagan on his...
Poland’s ‘Symbol of Liberty’ to Get Statue
City square may also be renamed after Ronald Reagan
Washington, D.C. – On February 9th, city hall spokesman Waldemar Bojarun announced that the city of Katowice, Poland may erect a statue of Ronald Reagan in the town’s center square. In an open letter, the city’s major recognized President Reagan as a “symbol of liberty” during a time of communist occupation. The Ronald Reagan Legacy Project applauds the city of Katowice for its commitment to preserving Reagan’s contributions to freedom around the world.
The new Reagan statue would replace the current memorial of Soviet troops, who drove out the Nazis from Poland in 1945. Additionally, Katowice’s councilors are also in favor of renaming the city’s Freedom Square to “Ronald Reagan Freedom Square.”
“Reagan was committed to defeating communism and releasing the choke hold of the ‘evil empire’ in Eastern Europe,” stated Grover Norquist, chairman of the Ronald Reagan Legacy Project. “I commend Katowice for recognizing Reagan’s legacy in Poland and for supporting a symbol of liberty for all those who believe in democracy.”
In 1989, Reagan’s commitment to the defeat of the Soviet Union took shape as Poland became the first nation in Eastern Europe to defeat communism. As a result, several other cities in Poland have dedicated memorials to Reagan, including Warsaw’s Reagan statue, “Ronald Reagan Square” in Krakow and “Ronald Reagan Circle” in Tarnow.
“With this statue, future generations of Poles will see that Reagan’s commitment stretched far beyond our domestic borders,” continued Norquist. “The Reagan memorial will act as a consistent reminder that freedom can prosper in all corners of the globe.”
The RRLP is committed to preserving the legacy of one of America’s greatest presidents throughout the nation and abroad. Grover Norquist, chairman of the RLLP, is available for interviews regarding Ronald Reagan’s legacy and the group’s projects. Please contact John Kartch at (202)-785-0266 or jkartch@atr.org.
City square may also be renamed after Ronald Reagan
Washington, D.C. – On February 9th, city hall spokesman Waldemar Bojarun announced that the city of Katowice, Poland may erect a statue of Ronald Reagan in the town’s center square. In an open letter, the city’s major recognized President Reagan as a “symbol of liberty” during a time of communist occupation. The Ronald Reagan Legacy Project applauds the city of Katowice for its commitment to preserving Reagan’s contributions to freedom around the world.
The new Reagan statue would replace the current memorial of Soviet troops, who drove out the Nazis from Poland in 1945. Additionally, Katowice’s councilors are also in favor of renaming the city’s Freedom Square to “Ronald Reagan Freedom Square.”
“Reagan was committed to defeating communism and releasing the choke hold of the ‘evil empire’ in Eastern Europe,” stated Grover Norquist, chairman of the Ronald Reagan Legacy Project. “I commend Katowice for recognizing Reagan’s legacy in Poland and for supporting a symbol of liberty for all those who believe in democracy.”
In 1989, Reagan’s commitment to the defeat of the Soviet Union took shape as Poland became the first nation in Eastern Europe to defeat communism. As a result, several other cities in Poland have dedicated memorials to Reagan, including Warsaw’s Reagan statue, “Ronald Reagan Square” in Krakow and “Ronald Reagan Circle” in Tarnow.
“With this statue, future generations of Poles will see that Reagan’s commitment stretched far beyond our domestic borders,” continued Norquist. “The Reagan memorial will act as a consistent reminder that freedom can prosper in all corners of the globe.”
The RRLP is committed to preserving the legacy of one of America’s greatest presidents throughout the nation and abroad. Grover Norquist, chairman of the RLLP, is available for interviews regarding Ronald Reagan’s legacy and the group’s projects. Please contact John Kartch at (202)-785-0266 or jkartch@atr.org.
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Monday, February 12, 2007
The Boston Globe: Patrick Won't Commemorate Day for Reagan
By Jim O'Sullivan, State House News Service
(visit The Boston Globe for full-text of article)
Not even one for the gipper?
The new icon of Massachusetts Democrats has rebuffed efforts to commemorate a day for Ronald Reagan, the last Republican to win the Commonwealth in a presidential election. And Reaganites are not happy.
Governor Deval Patrick decided not to sign a proclamation recognizing Feb. 6 as "Ronald Reagan Day." A month into his term as governor, snubbing the Gipper's birthday has left Patrick open to partisan sniping.
A prominent conservative said Democratic New York Governor Eliot Spitzer declared the holiday.
"It's the difference between a little more sophisticated guy who's governor and a guy who's still playing partisan politics after a campaign," said Grover Norquist, founder and chairman of the Ronald Reagan Legacy Project.
Thirty-three governors -- 20 Republicans and 13 Democrats -- inked the agreement to recognize Reagan's birthday in their states, Norquist said. The 17 remaining governors either didn't reply or refused outright; Patrick was a frank "no," Norquist said.
State Republican Party Chairman Peter Torkildsen said he felt disbelief.
"To me, Ronald Reagan is one of the great figures of the 20th century, and not only that, he carried Massachusetts twice, which no Republican for president had done since Dwight Eisenhower," Torkildsen said in an interview.
By Jim O'Sullivan, State House News Service
(visit The Boston Globe for full-text of article)
Not even one for the gipper?
The new icon of Massachusetts Democrats has rebuffed efforts to commemorate a day for Ronald Reagan, the last Republican to win the Commonwealth in a presidential election. And Reaganites are not happy.
Governor Deval Patrick decided not to sign a proclamation recognizing Feb. 6 as "Ronald Reagan Day." A month into his term as governor, snubbing the Gipper's birthday has left Patrick open to partisan sniping.
A prominent conservative said Democratic New York Governor Eliot Spitzer declared the holiday.
"It's the difference between a little more sophisticated guy who's governor and a guy who's still playing partisan politics after a campaign," said Grover Norquist, founder and chairman of the Ronald Reagan Legacy Project.
Thirty-three governors -- 20 Republicans and 13 Democrats -- inked the agreement to recognize Reagan's birthday in their states, Norquist said. The 17 remaining governors either didn't reply or refused outright; Patrick was a frank "no," Norquist said.
State Republican Party Chairman Peter Torkildsen said he felt disbelief.
"To me, Ronald Reagan is one of the great figures of the 20th century, and not only that, he carried Massachusetts twice, which no Republican for president had done since Dwight Eisenhower," Torkildsen said in an interview.
Fox News Channel: Snubbing Ronald Reagan Day?
Ronald Reagan was one of the most prominent figures of the Twentieth Century.
So, why are some governors refusing to recognize his birthday as a holiday?
Governors Who Have Issued a Proclamation:
33 Governors, 20 Republican (60%), 13 Democrat (40%)
Robert Riley, R-Ala.
Sarah Palin, R-Alaska
+ Arnold Schwarzenegger, R-Calif.
+ Bill Owens, R-Colo.
M. Jodi Rell, R-Conn.
+ Sonny Perdue, R-Ga.
Linda Lingle, R-Hawaii
Butch Otter, R-Idaho
+ Rod Blagojevich, D-Illl.
+ Mitch Daniels, R-Ind.
+ Chet Culver, D-Iowa
+ Ernie Fletcher, R-Ky.
Kathleen Blanco, D-La.
John Baldacci, D-Maine
Timothy Pawlenty, R-Minn.
+ Haley Barbour, R-Miss.
David Heineman, R-Neb.
Jim Gibbons, R-Nev.
John Lynch, D-N.H.
+ Bill Richardson, D-N.M.
Eliot Spitzer, D-N.Y.
+ John Hoeven, R-N.D.
* Brad Henry, D-Okla.
+ Theodore Kulongoski, D-Ore.
+ Don Carcieri, R-R.I.
Mark Sanford, R-S.C.
+ Phil Bredesen, D-Tenn.
+ Rick Perry, R-Texas
Jon Huntsman, Jr., R-Utah
James Douglas, R-Vt.
Christine Gregoire, D-Wash.
+ Joe Manchin, III, D-W.Va.
David Freudenthal, D-Wyo.
* Denotes a verbal confirmation of the proclamation.
+ Denotes a resolution introduced in the state.
Legislators Who Have Introduced a Resolution:
22 States, 28 legislative bodies, 18 adopted
AZ — Resolution read by Rep. Steven Yarbrough in the House (2/6/07)
CA — Rep. Audra Strickland — H.R. 6 — Introduced (1/31/07)
CO — Sen. Greg Brophy — S.J.R. 11 — Adopted (2/6/07)
CO — Sen. Wayne Allard — S.R. 73 — Adopted (2/6/07)
GA — Sen. Ralph T. Hudgens — S.R. 131 — Adopted (2/1/07)
IL — Rep. Jack D. Franks — H.R. 55 — Introduced (1/31/07)
IL — Rep. Robert Pritchard — H.R. 78 — Introduced (2/7/07)
IA — Sen. Jeff Angelo — S.R. 8 — Adopted (2/6/07)
IN — Rep. Eric A. Koch — H.C.R. 14 — Adopted (2/6/07)
KS — Sen. Dennis Ryle — S.R. 1814 — Adopted (2/6/07)
KY — Rep. Ron Crimm — H.R. 64 — Adopted (2/6/07)
KY — Sen. Jack Westwood — S.R. 30 — Adopted (2/6/07)
MA — Adopted in the House (2/6/07)
MS — Rep. Mike Lott — H.C.R. 48 — Introduced (1/30/07)
NV — Sen. William J. Raggio — S.C.R. 1 — Adopted (2/6/07)
NM — Rep. Anna Crook — H.J.M. 21 — Adopted (2/6/07)
NJ — Rep. Sean Kean — A.J.R. 98 — Introduced (2/23/06)
ND — Rep. Bette B. Grande — H.C.R. 3021 — Adopted (2/6/07)
OR — Rep. Donna G. Welson — H.C.R. 3 — Introduced (2/6/07)
PA — Rep. Daryl D. Metcalfe — H.R. 18 — Adopted (1/30/07)
PA — Sen. Jeffery E. Piccola — S.R. 28 — Adopted (2/6/07)
RI — Rep. Robert A. Watson — H.B. 5339 — Adopted (2/6/07)
TN — Rep. Jason Mumpower — H.J.R. 95 — Introduced (2/5/07)
TN — Sen. Diane Black — S.J.R. 28 — Introduced (1/29/07)
TX — Rep. Harvey Hilderbran — H.R. 245 — Adopted (2/6/07)
WV — Rep. Jonathan Miller — H.C.R. 17 — Introduced (2/1/07)
WV — Sen. Don Caruth — S.R. 13 — Adopted (2/6/07)
WI — Sen. Ted Kanavas — S.J.R. 4 — Introduced (1/9/07)
Governors Who Did Not Issue a Proclamation:
17 governors, 14 Democrat (82%), 1 Republican (1%), 3 No Response (17%), 7 states with introduced resolutions or annual days
+ Janet Napolitano, D-Ariz.
O Mike Beebe, D-Ark.
Ruth Ann Minner, D-Del.
* Charlie Crist, R-Fla.
+ Kathleen Sebelius, D-Kan.
* Martin O'Malley, D-Md.
+ Deval Patrick, D-Mass.
Jennifer Granholm, D-Mich.
* Matt Blunt, R-Mo.
Brian Schweitzer, D-Mont.
Mike Easley, D-N.C.
+ Jon Corzine, D-N.J.
Ted Strickland, D-Ohio
+ Ed Rendell, D-Pa.
Mike Rounds, R-S.D.
Tim Kaine, D-Va.
+ Jim Doyle, D-Wisc.
* Denotes no response at this time.
+ Denotes resolution introduced in the state.
O Denotes states with annual Reagan Day.
Governors Who Did Not Issue a Reagan Day Proclamation:
Janet Napolitano, D-Ariz.
Mike Beebe, D-Ark.
Ruth Ann Minner, D-Del.
Charlie Crist, R-Fla.
Kathleen Sebelius, D-Kan.
Martin O'Malley, D-Md.
Deval Patrick, D-Mass.
Jennifer Granholm, D-Mich.
Matt Blunt, R-Mo.
Brian Schweitzer, D-Mont.
Mike Easley, D-N.C.
Jon Corzine, D-N.J.
Ted Strickland, D-Ohio
Ed Rendell, D-Pa.
Mike Rounds, R-S.D.
Tim Kaine, D-Va.
Jim Doyle, D-Wisc.
Ronald Reagan was one of the most prominent figures of the Twentieth Century.
So, why are some governors refusing to recognize his birthday as a holiday?
Governors Who Have Issued a Proclamation:
33 Governors, 20 Republican (60%), 13 Democrat (40%)
Robert Riley, R-Ala.
Sarah Palin, R-Alaska
+ Arnold Schwarzenegger, R-Calif.
+ Bill Owens, R-Colo.
M. Jodi Rell, R-Conn.
+ Sonny Perdue, R-Ga.
Linda Lingle, R-Hawaii
Butch Otter, R-Idaho
+ Rod Blagojevich, D-Illl.
+ Mitch Daniels, R-Ind.
+ Chet Culver, D-Iowa
+ Ernie Fletcher, R-Ky.
Kathleen Blanco, D-La.
John Baldacci, D-Maine
Timothy Pawlenty, R-Minn.
+ Haley Barbour, R-Miss.
David Heineman, R-Neb.
Jim Gibbons, R-Nev.
John Lynch, D-N.H.
+ Bill Richardson, D-N.M.
Eliot Spitzer, D-N.Y.
+ John Hoeven, R-N.D.
* Brad Henry, D-Okla.
+ Theodore Kulongoski, D-Ore.
+ Don Carcieri, R-R.I.
Mark Sanford, R-S.C.
+ Phil Bredesen, D-Tenn.
+ Rick Perry, R-Texas
Jon Huntsman, Jr., R-Utah
James Douglas, R-Vt.
Christine Gregoire, D-Wash.
+ Joe Manchin, III, D-W.Va.
David Freudenthal, D-Wyo.
* Denotes a verbal confirmation of the proclamation.
+ Denotes a resolution introduced in the state.
Legislators Who Have Introduced a Resolution:
22 States, 28 legislative bodies, 18 adopted
AZ — Resolution read by Rep. Steven Yarbrough in the House (2/6/07)
CA — Rep. Audra Strickland — H.R. 6 — Introduced (1/31/07)
CO — Sen. Greg Brophy — S.J.R. 11 — Adopted (2/6/07)
CO — Sen. Wayne Allard — S.R. 73 — Adopted (2/6/07)
GA — Sen. Ralph T. Hudgens — S.R. 131 — Adopted (2/1/07)
IL — Rep. Jack D. Franks — H.R. 55 — Introduced (1/31/07)
IL — Rep. Robert Pritchard — H.R. 78 — Introduced (2/7/07)
IA — Sen. Jeff Angelo — S.R. 8 — Adopted (2/6/07)
IN — Rep. Eric A. Koch — H.C.R. 14 — Adopted (2/6/07)
KS — Sen. Dennis Ryle — S.R. 1814 — Adopted (2/6/07)
KY — Rep. Ron Crimm — H.R. 64 — Adopted (2/6/07)
KY — Sen. Jack Westwood — S.R. 30 — Adopted (2/6/07)
MA — Adopted in the House (2/6/07)
MS — Rep. Mike Lott — H.C.R. 48 — Introduced (1/30/07)
NV — Sen. William J. Raggio — S.C.R. 1 — Adopted (2/6/07)
NM — Rep. Anna Crook — H.J.M. 21 — Adopted (2/6/07)
NJ — Rep. Sean Kean — A.J.R. 98 — Introduced (2/23/06)
ND — Rep. Bette B. Grande — H.C.R. 3021 — Adopted (2/6/07)
OR — Rep. Donna G. Welson — H.C.R. 3 — Introduced (2/6/07)
PA — Rep. Daryl D. Metcalfe — H.R. 18 — Adopted (1/30/07)
PA — Sen. Jeffery E. Piccola — S.R. 28 — Adopted (2/6/07)
RI — Rep. Robert A. Watson — H.B. 5339 — Adopted (2/6/07)
TN — Rep. Jason Mumpower — H.J.R. 95 — Introduced (2/5/07)
TN — Sen. Diane Black — S.J.R. 28 — Introduced (1/29/07)
TX — Rep. Harvey Hilderbran — H.R. 245 — Adopted (2/6/07)
WV — Rep. Jonathan Miller — H.C.R. 17 — Introduced (2/1/07)
WV — Sen. Don Caruth — S.R. 13 — Adopted (2/6/07)
WI — Sen. Ted Kanavas — S.J.R. 4 — Introduced (1/9/07)
Governors Who Did Not Issue a Proclamation:
17 governors, 14 Democrat (82%), 1 Republican (1%), 3 No Response (17%), 7 states with introduced resolutions or annual days
+ Janet Napolitano, D-Ariz.
O Mike Beebe, D-Ark.
Ruth Ann Minner, D-Del.
* Charlie Crist, R-Fla.
+ Kathleen Sebelius, D-Kan.
* Martin O'Malley, D-Md.
+ Deval Patrick, D-Mass.
Jennifer Granholm, D-Mich.
* Matt Blunt, R-Mo.
Brian Schweitzer, D-Mont.
Mike Easley, D-N.C.
+ Jon Corzine, D-N.J.
Ted Strickland, D-Ohio
+ Ed Rendell, D-Pa.
Mike Rounds, R-S.D.
Tim Kaine, D-Va.
+ Jim Doyle, D-Wisc.
* Denotes no response at this time.
+ Denotes resolution introduced in the state.
O Denotes states with annual Reagan Day.
Governors Who Did Not Issue a Reagan Day Proclamation:
Janet Napolitano, D-Ariz.
Mike Beebe, D-Ark.
Ruth Ann Minner, D-Del.
Charlie Crist, R-Fla.
Kathleen Sebelius, D-Kan.
Martin O'Malley, D-Md.
Deval Patrick, D-Mass.
Jennifer Granholm, D-Mich.
Matt Blunt, R-Mo.
Brian Schweitzer, D-Mont.
Mike Easley, D-N.C.
Jon Corzine, D-N.J.
Ted Strickland, D-Ohio
Ed Rendell, D-Pa.
Mike Rounds, R-S.D.
Tim Kaine, D-Va.
Jim Doyle, D-Wisc.
Wednesday, January 17, 2007
City of a Hundred Spires to See New Pinnacle
Prague town hall will have memorial of Reagan
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The capital and largest city of the Czech Republic will have a new memorial in remembrance of the 40th president of the United States. Having easily won in last autumn’s local district elections, the Ronald Reagan dedication will be located in front of Prague 6’s town hall. The Ronald Reagan Legacy Project (RRLP), a group dedicated to preserving the legacy of President Reagan, applauds the city’s memorial plans.
Set to be completed before the end of his term, Mayor Tomas Chalupa of the Civil Democratic Party (ODS) stated that the design of the Reagan memorial will be decided by an architectonic contest. The contest will also determine whether the dedication will be a statue or an abstract piece. In a display of commitment to the memorial, the town hall has already set aside 100,000 crowns ($4,600 USD) for the project. While in its infancy stages, Mayor Chalupa spoke of the new initiative; “It is at the beginning. Above all, I think it is correct.”
“Ronald Reagan’s message to the Czechs was that of freedom from tyranny and economic stability for their nation,” said Grover Norquist, chairman of the RRLP. “The dedication to the president in Prague is a critical step in highlighting Reagan’s critical leadership in defeating communism.”
President Reagan was crucial in bringing the Soviet Union to its knees and instilling freedom and prosperity in the 1980s. After the fall of the Soviet Union in 1989, Czechoslovakia became the Czech Republic, marking the first completely non-communist government since 1946.
“I commend Mayor Tomas Chalupa for his support of a leader who helped the Czech Republic break free from Soviet oppression,” continued Norquist. “The Czechs’ admiration of Reagan will finally have a face in its dedication to one of the greatest statesmen in history.”
The RRLP seeks to name at least one monument to President Reagan in each of America’s counties, and in nations that were once Communist. RRLP Chairman Grover Norquist, a long time Washington insider, is available for interviews. Please contact John Kartch at 202-785-0266 or jkartch@atr.org.
Prague town hall will have memorial of Reagan
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The capital and largest city of the Czech Republic will have a new memorial in remembrance of the 40th president of the United States. Having easily won in last autumn’s local district elections, the Ronald Reagan dedication will be located in front of Prague 6’s town hall. The Ronald Reagan Legacy Project (RRLP), a group dedicated to preserving the legacy of President Reagan, applauds the city’s memorial plans.
Set to be completed before the end of his term, Mayor Tomas Chalupa of the Civil Democratic Party (ODS) stated that the design of the Reagan memorial will be decided by an architectonic contest. The contest will also determine whether the dedication will be a statue or an abstract piece. In a display of commitment to the memorial, the town hall has already set aside 100,000 crowns ($4,600 USD) for the project. While in its infancy stages, Mayor Chalupa spoke of the new initiative; “It is at the beginning. Above all, I think it is correct.”
“Ronald Reagan’s message to the Czechs was that of freedom from tyranny and economic stability for their nation,” said Grover Norquist, chairman of the RRLP. “The dedication to the president in Prague is a critical step in highlighting Reagan’s critical leadership in defeating communism.”
President Reagan was crucial in bringing the Soviet Union to its knees and instilling freedom and prosperity in the 1980s. After the fall of the Soviet Union in 1989, Czechoslovakia became the Czech Republic, marking the first completely non-communist government since 1946.
“I commend Mayor Tomas Chalupa for his support of a leader who helped the Czech Republic break free from Soviet oppression,” continued Norquist. “The Czechs’ admiration of Reagan will finally have a face in its dedication to one of the greatest statesmen in history.”
The RRLP seeks to name at least one monument to President Reagan in each of America’s counties, and in nations that were once Communist. RRLP Chairman Grover Norquist, a long time Washington insider, is available for interviews. Please contact John Kartch at 202-785-0266 or jkartch@atr.org.
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