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Here is an organization trying to get politicians back on track

(economics, healthcare, etc.).

Lyndon McGill, D.C.

Salem, Oregon

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Dear Lyndon,

If our Founding Fathers, against insurmountable odds could our independence, we too can turn things around.

It starts with giving honest politicians the tools needed to make honorable decisions.

See below for special endorsements, our progress, another state jumping on board, and four more articles written about Honor In Office.

CONTENTS:

1. From Jerrol LeBaron

2. Our Friends and Newest Volunteers

3. Make a Contribution

4. Kay Labrie of Florida Jumps On Board for Her State

5. Be a Part of the Team Turning Things Around

6. Article: Daily Catholic’s McCain - Our Treasured Turf….

7. Article: Denver Examiner’ Gus Nicholson - Average Citizen Critical….

8. Article: Bilingual Weekly’s Benigno - Knowing….

9. Article: Red Bluff Daily News’ Pete Stiglich - I Daresay….

10. Endorsements

11. Quote of the Week

12. Salutation

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1. From Jerrol LeBaron, Executive Director, Honor In Office

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Hi Lyndon,

Thank you for your interest and for reading this. And if you so choose, thank you in advance for forwarding this to your friends.

It’s not all about “stopping evil politicians or evil parties.” Most of the people who run for office do so because they want to do some good – they want to make a difference. However, in the course of running for and then getting into office, many of these decent folks lose their way.

Honor In Office was formed to help decent politicians find their way back. It was formed to help them defend themselves from the unscrupulous. It was also formed to help make our leaders accountable to us – to get them to honestly represent us, not vested interests.

It is impossible for our politicians to fully and honestly represent us if they are not reading the laws they are passing, if they are illegally trading votes and if they are allowing their votes to be improperly influenced.

Common sense laws don’t stand a chance if our elected officials aren’t reading and thoroughly researching the bills they are passing.

A measure has been written to address this problem in California and it can be seen here: http://www.honorinoffice.org/measure.php

This is becoming a nationwide movement!

Your friends from Florida have already jumped on board to see that the decent legislators have a way to protect themselves and thus do a better overall job for their states and you.

Sincerely,

Jerrol

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2. Our Friends and Newest Volunteers

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This is a grassroots campaign that derives its power from people like you and me; becoming a united force to bring about improved government.

Below are just a few of our friends who are stepping up to the plate and are bound and determined to turn things around. They have volunteered their services to make a difference:

A.C. , Bret Rigney, Bruce Rigney, Felzer, Dr. Dennis Neder, Diane Lenning, Don Nemer, Donna , Doris B. Gill, Doris Gentry, Duane P. Craig, Eleanor , Eugene , Gus Nicholson, Jack Sorenson, Cirile, Post, Janelle Dessaint Kimura, Jean-Milu Truesdale, Jeff Madsen, Robins, Jerry Prueitt, Jimmy Combs, Gorski, Pender, and Judy .

Kent Welton, Stone, Louise Huebner, Marilyn Lamont, Mark Ferguson, Mark & Golik, Varley, Mel Gray, Cain, Houser, Savage, Murray Suid, Knight, Pete Stiglich, Randall Brink, Rhonda Cowan, Rhonda , Rick Diggs, Piehl, , Silvia , Morse, Benigno, Tish Cotter, Tom , Tom , Tony Estrada, Verlynn Kneifl, and Virginia Fair.

Thank you for your support.

It’s these selfless acts for the benefit of others that make America great.

You too can help.

Go here: http://www.honorinoffice.org/action.php

Note: If we missed your name and you haven’t already been mentioned, please let us know.

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3. Make a Contribution

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Make our politicians accountable to us. You can do this by making a contribution here: http://www.honorinoffice.org/contribute.php

After your first donation, you will be given the opportunity to make a monthly contribution.

Your assistance is greatly appreciated.

*Contributions or gifts to Honor In Office are not tax deductible.

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4. Kay Labrie of Florida Jumps On Board for Her State

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Having assisted in a number of political campaigns on both sides of the party line, Kay Labrie has come to the conclusion that our politicians need some help. The honest ones need a fighting chance.

Kay is therefore establishing the Florida chapter of Honor In Office to get similar legislation passed in her state.

Welcome! We applaud your enthusiasm!

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5. Be a Part of the Team Turning Things Around

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We can either watch what is happening to our nation, or we can do something about it. It is within our power to change things for the better.

There are simple things you can do to help out from the comfort of your own home. Go here to see what you can do: http://www.honorinoffice.org/action.php

If you would like to do more and have your name listed above, please let me know.

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6. Daily Catholic’s McCain:

Our Treasured Turf of Freedom

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Through a fast-growing grassroots movement, called the Honor In Office Act, we can turn a stifled garden into goodness for and by the people by weeding out dishonest politicians and special interest groups whose shell games, sneak attacks and hidden agendas have slithered through and become law, many times unjust ones at that, without our….

See full article here:

http://www.honorinoffice.org/media_cain.php

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7. Denver Examiner’ Gus Nicholson:

Average Citizen Critical but not Critical Thinker

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The other day I got an e-mail from my friend Jerrol LeBaron in California. He told me he is trying to get a movement going in that state that would require integrity of its legislators. It seems he's deeply concerned that good laws don't have a chance of passing because none of California's legislators reads them. They're guilty, he says, of something he calls "political malpractice." Sound familiar?

They're too busy….

See full article here:

http://www.honorinoffice.org/media_gus_nicholson.php

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8. Bilingual Weekly’s Benigno:

Knowing What They are Reading

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It has come to my attention from talking to many of my supporters that they have had it with our California government. Enough is enough about what our elected officials are doing while in office. One of the biggest concerns was that not enough time was being spent reading the bills that are being presented before the legislature.

The cause and effect of problems arising in state government is from slackers ....

See full article here:

http://www.honorinoffice.org/media_benigno.php

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9. Red Bluff Daily News’ Pete Stiglich:

I Daresay – One Can Only Hope and Persevere

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As this year's Memorial Day observances drew to a close, I tried to recall other groups or individuals that have earned similar respect and honor, albeit perhaps without necessarily being designated a federal holiday. Police officers, firemen and teachers quickly came to mind. Notable civil rights and religious leaders as well.

There are others, I am sure.

But, conspicuously absent from my list, anyway, seemed to be America's elected leaders....

See full article here:

http://www.honorinoffice.org/media_stiglich_red.php

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10. Endorsements

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The Honor in Office committee is doing very important work for California and, ultimately, for the entire nation. We entrust our elected officials to cast informed votes on our behalf. Asking for accountability in this process makes absolute sense!

Donna

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I was just thinking that there is another side to Honor In Office. It is making sure things not only start correctly with practice, process and implementation, but to reduce the after effects of side stepping the true purpose of public office, which is serving the community and not serving themselves.

There are so many times people find out about a situation that occurred in public office and it affects many in a city, county or state. We find out that some public official has misappropriated monies or made deals with someone for an office appointment, or some other inappropriate unprofessional behavior.

It’s because of this that Honor In Office and your initiative are so necessary

Silvia

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11. Quote of the Week

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When a Government fears the people, you have freedom. When the people fear the Government, you have Tyranny.

- Jefferson

If you have a quote that you really like and it fits with the Honor In Office theme, please send it to us.

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12. Salutation

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I hope you find this update useful and encouraging.

Best Wishes

Jerrol LeBaron

Executive Director

Honor In Office

http://www.honorinoffice.org/

Feel free to forward this email to your friends and associates. Permission is hereby granted to reproduce any items herein as long as attribution is provided for the content.

June 20, 2009

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