Oconee County, GA Politics

From today's Athens Clarke County Sheriff's report: This is the son of our esteemed 10th district Congressman Paul Broun, Jr. and it is not his first brush with the law. His nickname is Bear and he was in trouble as an Athens Academy juvenile for drinking under age. I certainly hope he works out his problems, but I would expect the Athens Banner-Herald to have written something about this by now. How this does or does not effect Congressman Broun's race against Russell Edwards in the 10th district remains to be seen, but Congressman Broun certainly preaches a "holier-than-thou" attitude despite his four marriages and bankruptcies. In the recent past former Georgia Lt. Gov. Mark Taylor's son was popped in South Carolina on a DUI-vehicular homicide charge and many people considered that to be a game changer in his last race. 6692 92510 36 BROUN PAUL COLLINS III 19 W M ACCPD 90 92510 203 LIC/EXHIB ON DEMAND M MUNCT AARON BONDING POSTED 500.00 66692 92510 ...

Ed Tant reminds us of the 1994 attempt to ban the book "The Red Pony" here in Oconee County. Thanks goodness smarter people prevailed over close-minded ignoramuses. Tant: Banned Books Week offers a stark reminder || OnlineAthens.com

Thought provoking column from the Political Insider about the gay slur coming from Senator Saxby Chambliss's office and larger ramifications Saxby Chambliss, the Internet and nameless speech

Friend -- In the last two years, it's been supporters like you who've redefined what it means to be a Democrat. There's a renewed commitment toward organizing -- which you helped instill with the campaign in 2008. That's why Democrats have launched the most ambitious voter-turnout effort we've ever seen for an election like the one this fall. There's a renewed commitment toward taking on the special interests and opposing their agenda -- a promise you've helped us keep time and time again. And even though we don't take money from lobbyists or corporate PACs, we're still raising more money than the Republicans, month after month. With this renewed focus, the Democrats have introduced a new website filled with innovations to better connect supporters with candidates, state parties, and each other -- and a new look to match that message. With just weeks to go in a critical election season, we want to help show that moving this country forwa...

Oconee County still has the lowest unemployment rate in the state Area unemployment goes up again - WALB.com News, Weather and Sports for Albany, Valdosta and Thomasville. Leading the way for South Georgia. |

Former North Oconee Principal John Osborne gets a new gig in Helen White County Names New High School Principal | AccessNorthGa

Remember which party lied to you on this one, Georgia, hint it was not the Democratic party, it is the Republicans who reneged on their pledge to stop tolls on 400 once the debt was paid. Republicans have quadrupled the costs on legal fees, adoptions and notary licenses, among others things. Tax and spend Republicans need to go. Ga. 400 tolls to be extended to 2020 Â | ajc.com

Didn't Deal say he was through disclosing his finances in the wake of all his debt discoveries? So now he is a liar on top of a destitute thief? Deal discloses finances again; says he's not insolvent  | ajc.com

Good idea and one well past time for implementing in the imperfect world of politics and government. Oconee may enact citizen ethics board || OnlineAthens.com

Friend -- After a century of struggle and a year of debate, health insurance reform became law six months ago today -- and this week, key provisions of the Affordable Care Act take effect. This is possible only because you -- and millions of Organizing for America supporters and volunteers -- stood up and said, enough. Even when the fight seemed all but lost, we continued to organize, call Congress, knock on doors, and do everything we could to keep reform alive. But behind these historic changes are real people and real families. Their stories are important reminders that health reform couldn't wait -- and we can't give up on moving this country forward. Too much is at stake. Meet Patrick, Kay, and Kristin:     Patrick is a single dad in Rockport, Maine. When he lost his job as a boat builder, he lost his health coverage, and paid out of pocket when his 14-year-old daughter required surgery for scoliosis. Pat has since found a new job, a...

Woven brightly,  Daniel J. Matthews, Jr. Date: Thu, 23 Sep 2010 06:58:19 -0700 From: oconeefm@yahoo.com Subject: Oconee Farmers Market To: oconeefm@yahoo.com The Red Oak Tree-O will be performing Bluegrass Music this Saturday @ The Oconee Farmer's Market, come on out and enjoy a wonderful Saturday morning at the Eagle Tavern! This week we will have homemade cakes and assorted homemade baked bread, including  Cinnamon Rolls, Granola & Biscotti. The Young Female Farmers will have Muffins as well as Fresh Pecan Pie and Chocolate Coca-Cola Cake. Sandra Bowden will have her wonderful variety of fresh pound cakes ! There will also be locally harvested honey-Sourwood, Blackberry & Wildflower , as well as honey lip balm . Don't forget Joy's Gorgeous Gourds!! Amy Shane our resident "pie lady" will have Chocolate Chess Pie, Sweet Potato Pie, Fresh Apple & Fresh Peach Pie, Apple-Pecan Muffins and her famous Whoopie Pies !! We will have fresh local...

The Oconee County Democratic Committee meets in the Governmental Annex for its monthly meetings, and among other things that go on in this hideously designed building are adult literacy and the place you to pay your water bill. The room the Democratic Committee meets is actually a Federal Government meeting spot for Department of Agricultural concerns with photographic portraits of President Barack Obama and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack on the wall. The Governmental Annex also has Emergency Services and the place where Watkinsville South does its voting. It is hard to believe that the entire Oconee County Government once functioned here during the renovation of the Courthouse. Whatever decision is made, the concerns and continued work of the groups hidden here should be tantamount to all other complaints, including expense. Making sure the groups can continue to meet and function while the renovations take place is the most important facet of the entire process. Commission uncertain on Oc...

Saxby Chambliss says gay slur originated with his office

Anti-Gay Senator on "All Faggots Must Die" Post: A Staffer Done It - Topix

‘Can you imagine what Handel is telling friends?’ | Georgia Elections News

Some love for my favorite local Judge in Steve Jones from the right-thinking Jim Wooten of the AJC - second to last paragraph A price for disrespecting majority

From: Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation info@ocaf.com Date: September 22, 2010 11:06:01 AM EDT Subject: This Friday Evening - Celebrating William Bartram at OCAF! Reply-To: info@ocaf.com This Friday Evening An Event Celebrating 18th Century Naturalist William Bartram Art Exhibition - Book Sales and Signings - Readings - Reception Friday, September 24, 2010,  6 - 8 PM Anthony Shoals by Philip Juras Program features two new books: Bartram's Living Legacy: The Travels and the Nature of the South , edited by Dorinda G. Dallmeyer, and The Flower Seeker: An Epic Poem of William Bartram by Philip Lee Williams. The covers of both books, as well as a generous insert of color reproductions in the Dallmeyer book, are the work of landscape artist Philip Juras. A show of his work, Searching for Bartram's Wilderness: Studies from the Field , will open that evening at OCAF as well. The evening will include book sales courtesy of Byhalia Books, book signings, re...

Larry Sabato: Georgia GOP ‘goofed’ in picking Nathan Deal

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Woven brightly, Daniel J. Matthews, Jr. Date: Wed, 22 Sep 2010 08:28:10 -0700 From: moveon-help@list.moveon.org To: danmatt@hotmail.com Subject: Stop the Takeover: Host a call party in Watkinsville? Message body Far-right candidates, backed by corporate cash, are close to winning Congress. That's why we're organizing "Stop the Takeover" call parties on October 2nd and 3rd to recruit election volunteers—as part of the huge "One Nation" weekend of action.  Can you host a party in Watkinsville? Click here Dear MoveOn member, It's a terrifying combination: Tea party extremism and unprecedented amounts of corporate cash. The far-right wing of the Republican Party is threatening to take control of Congress—and unseat some of our leading progressive heroes along the way. We simply can't afford to stand by and let this takeover happen . The Republicans may have hundreds of millions in corporate campaign cash, but we can still beat...

For those of you who are or who have worked for the Morris Newspapers once proud publication Athens Banner-Herald, a rather revealing letter from former editor Jason Winders now in Canada Features: Speaking Truth to Power - Flagpole Magazine: Colorbearer of Athens, GA

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Luckily we have escaped most idiots attempts at banning books locally since a few Neanderthals were on the Board of Education last century. Let's hope they never succeed. Library to observe Banned Books Week || OnlineAthens.com

Dr. Wyatt once again writes an intelligent, well crafter letter. May I suggest you attend the sign building activities on Baxter Street this evening at the Russell Edwards campaign headquarters? Wyatt: Broun is no conservative || OnlineAthens.com

Scull Shoals, even though it is in Greene County and well off the beaten path, is well worth your time and experience. This Girl Scout's efforts will enhance your tour. Longtime Girl Scout leads listeners along paths of Scull Shoals Village || OnlineAthens.com

Carson is in my son's class and was the point guard on the city champion basketball team, too. Congrats Carson! Athens Academy's Pittard wins poster contest || OnlineAthens.com