Time for a Change
Dear Conservative Voter:
We at Black Out 2005 always knew both sides of the aisle had issues with Del. Richard H. "Dick" Black (R-Loudoun). What has been most encouraging is the momentum all parties have created in providing an environment for change in the 32nd District.
It has been humorous to hear Black try to tie our activities to the Democratic Party. Black shouldn't be the least bit surprised that Democrats are against him. What is really spinning him is the number of Republicans who have joined the effort. Black Out has truly hit upon a bipartisan issue.
There are serious consequences to Black's lack of leadership. The amount of time he spends on his one-trick social agenda is way out of proportion to 32nd District priorities. In the process, he has completely eroded his political capital and ability to advance either a moderate or conservative agenda in the General Assembly.
Recent legislation (HB 1596) introduced by Black exemplifies his ineffectiveness within a Republican majority of the House of Delegates. House Bill 1596 regarding court-appointed counsel introduced by majority member Dick Black, never even got out of Committee. With such a clear need, why did Black's bill die in committee on a 22 to 1 vote? Because of his inability to work with others to find solutions, Black alienates his colleagues and as a result has alienated Loudoun from the capital. And because Black is shunned by his colleagues, we Loudouners are ignored in Richmond.
This election is going to come down to turnout. Many people are fed up and ready for a change; hence the large support Black Out 2005 has received. We hear many Republicans cheering on David Poisson from the crowd. Black just doesn't want to admit this. If it takes a Democrat to kick out Black, so be it. Just because Black has an "R" after his name doesn't mean his candidacy should be endorsed.
Effectiveness, competence and pragmatism are all hallmarks of the Republican agenda. Black serves none of these. Republican voters are urged to go to the polls and help return to a common-sense agenda in Loudoun.
Thank you.
Very truly yours,
Glenn Maravetz
President, Black Out 2005
Republican
Ashburn
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