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ON THE ISSUES
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November 7, 2008 A Statement of Reconciliation
“Let us be sure that those who come after us will say that in our time, we did everything that could be done. We finished the race; we kept them free; we kept the faith.” I’m proud to say that throughout our campaign for the Wisconsin State Assembly, we did just that—we finished the race, we kept the faith. Maybe we didn’t win the prize, but I believe we reached our goal. We had a good message; our vision of a smaller, efficient state government that promotes and sustains business and industry, rewards hard work, protects private property rights and civil liberties, and looks out for our general well being. We had a good plan; take that message directly to the people, bring attention to the issues that matter most, identify practical, common sense solutions to those issues, and present the character, values, and qualifications of the candidate in a positive and constructive manner. We had many enthusiastic supporters—and I thank each and every one of you, from the bottom of my heart, for your support and dedication, your financial contributions and your hard work on my behalf, for your thoughtful words and acts of encouragement, and above all, for your compassion and friendship. To be sure, it’s been an arduous journey, a roller coaster ride of emotional ups and downs. Looking back, an effort such as this serves to define who we are and what we believe, both individually and collectively. Looking forward, we must continue to clarify our identity, focus our purpose and strengthen our resolve. Some may say we are powerless, that as conservatives, we’ve lost too much in this election. A friend and supporter told me that this election was the result of uninformed voters. I disagree—I believe it was more a case of misinformed voters. Information is the key and, as you’ve heard many times before, knowledge is the power. Those elected to represent us must be taken to task and held accountable for each and every action they take or word they speak. This government must become the transparent entity envisioned by our forefathers, and, especially here in the information vacuum known as Northwestern Wisconsin, every media resource available must be used to this end—newspaper ads and letters to the editor, radio ads, flyers, newsletters, electronic media, or perhaps some other new and innovative way to spread that information. “To sit back hoping that someday, some way, someone will make things right is to go on feeding the crocodile, hoping he will eat you last - but eat you he will.”—Ronald Reagan. Time
will pass and the memories of this campaign will fade. Out of
necessity will come opportunity once again, and how you respond
to that opportunity will define you as an individual, and us
as a community and as a country. “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same.” Pray for guidance, pray for strength, pray for courage. God Bless America! Sincerely, Kent D. Muschinske
Please contact me if you have any questions about my campaign. November
5, 2008
Dear Friends & Supporters: We want to thank each of you for your support and encouragement over the many months of our campaign. This was a tough election and although we feel that we led it honorably and with integrity, the outcome wasn't as we had hoped. However, we must not lose hope! Hope in our future and in the America that we love. Know that our job is not finished and that there is much work to be done; we still need your help and we still need your support! There are fundamental differences that set apart the Republican Party and the Democrat Party and it is now our job to make sure our conservative voices are not lost in the victory celebrations that are taking place. Victory doesn't equal a free pass and we must be steadfast in challenging the status quo and speaking up and out about the Conservative values we believe in! Please visit: the Polk County Republican Party website to find out what the next step is for the Republican Party locally. Kent will release a public "Thank You" soon. If you would like to contact him, please send your comments to: kent@friendsofkentmuschinske.com Thank you ~ Friends of Kent Muschinske |
Ronald
Reagan once said, “There are no easy answers' but there
are simple answers. We must have the courage to do what we know
is morally right.” 