I think this is a brilliant idea to have Corbett and Meehan run as a ticket. If this happens…count me in. I will be glad to step back and support an amazing strong ticket.
So far no one is saying anything official, check out this Morning Call article for more info
Schenker has made similar statements on the Corbett for Governor facebook group.
Corbett–Meehan OR Meehan–Corbett
Allegheny Republican Chairman Jim Roddey callS for Corbett-Meehan ticket..the SE GOP Caucus may come back with the counter offer of a Meehan-Corbett Ticket
Either way, if this happens…count me in. I will be glad to step back and support an amazingly strong ticket. If not, I will be a candidate for Lt. Governor and I would be happy to serve with either nominee–both good men
The Pennsylvania House debated a significant expansion of a government run health care program on Wednesday that is expected to cost hundreds of millions of dollars in a year when the state faces an almost three billion dollar budget deficit. Rep. Scott Boyd (R-Lancaster) said the plan sponsored by House Democrats is not fiscally responsible and will not be able to provide the services promised. Mike Davies Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep Pitts raises an excellent point regarding one nation holding such a high percentage of US debt but students in China do not equal being laughed at by the entire nation.
Congressman Joe Pitts (PA-16) laments a recent speech by U.S. Treasury Secretary Geithner at a university in China where the Secretary was laughed at when he suggested American debt was still a safe investment.
Update via Twitter from Thomas Shaheen
@KeystoneNews Sorry to announce June 22nd PA Family event in Lancaster, PA has been canceled; will be rescheduled in Fall!
The PA Family Institute will be hosting an event at Calvary Church in Lancaster PA on June 22nd.
A Hedge of Protection
How to Protect Your Family In A Sex-Infused Culture
Featuring Pat Trueman, former head of the Obscenity Enforcement Unit of the U.S. Justice Dept. Light refreshments will be provided.
When: Monday, June 22nd 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Calvary Church in Lancaster
Tickets are $10 per person or $15 per couple
Please reserve your seat by Thursday, June 18th. Reserve your spot today by using the form below or call us at 800-FAMILY-1.
Here is some info about Pat Trueman from his website.
About Pat Trueman…
Pat Trueman is the former Chief of the Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section, Criminal Division, U. S. Department of Justice, Washington, D.C. from 1988 to 1993. While there, he supervised the prosecution of child sex crimes, child pornography, and obscenity. He managed an office of twenty prosecutors and support staff, and worked with the nation’s ninety-three United States Attorneys to initiate and coordinate federal prosecutions.
During his 32 years as a lawyer, he has litigated cases at all levels of the federal system, including in the United States Supreme Court. He is an advisor to many municipalities on First Amendment law and has helped draft sexually-oriented business ordinances to end or curb the impact of pornography shops, strip clubs, and related businesses.
