[Vision2020] Fwd: Current Events & Barrett Schroeder Attacks

[Tom Hansen]

See below.

Seeya later, Moscow.

Tom Hansen
Post Falls, Idaho

"If not us, who?
If not now, when?"

- Unknown



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> From: list at palouselibertyproject.com
> Date: March 2, 2012 9:05:49 PST
> To: undisclosed-recipients:;
> Subject: Current Events & Barrett Schroeder Attacks
> 

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> ______________________________________________________________________
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> Friends,
> 
> I wanted to drop this note to give you a quick update on the news regarding Barrett Schroeder's recent vicious and unfounded attacks on me.
> 
> As many of you are aware, Schroeder announced his candidacy Monday, and did so in bizarre fashion.
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> You can see his press release HERE: http://palouselibertyproject.com/library/pressrelease20120229-bkg1.pdf
> 
> The accusations he makes are baseless and false. I have responded with a press release of my own and through local media contacts. However, as we all know, this form of Alinsky character assassination is nearly impossible to combat. Even I was to take legal action against him (and that process is already being fully explored) he has done irreparable damage to me in our community, and I am certain that I will never fully recover from it – within certain circles.
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> Even through this difficult and arduous process, I am attempting to educate any individual who wishes to learn about the constitution, and reveal Schroeder for what he is; an individual who aspires to political office, who has little regard for the constitution or individual rights. In both his original release and his follow-up, Schroeder demonstrates a chilling disregard for the unalienable, natural rights of speech, association, assembly and self defense.
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> He also states that under no circumstances should any agent of the Federal Government ever be arrested by local Sheriffs, implying that he has no problem with criminal acts being perpetrated against the citizens he wishes to represent – so long as the crime is committed by the Federal Government. This shows disdain for the 9th and 10th amendments, and complete disregard for the sovereignty for the State of Idaho, and for all of you who live there.
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> Anyone see a problem here?
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> There are many groups across the Palouse with whom I vehemently disagree, both politically and philosophically. But so long as they behave lawfully and do not violate the rights of others, then I will defend their right to exist with every fiber in my being. Any foolish, prejudiced demand calling into question the right of ANY group to exist is FASCISTIC, and should not be tolerated by any citizen of any political persuasion who truly values their liberty.
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> Unless Barrett Schroeder is simply fear mongering for political gain – if he truly holds these beliefs as he has expressed them, then he cannot take an oath to preserve, protect and defend either the State or Federal Constitutions. By foolishly expressing such totalitarian opinions, Schroeder has rendered himself largely ineligible for the office he purports to seek.
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> We should all see this attack for exactly what it is. This isn’t about me. This isn’t about my involvement with the militia. This is about sour grapes from two years ago, when an original thinking constitutionalist named Gresham Bouma took on a long-time incumbent, Gary Schroeder… Barrett’s daddy, and kicked his sorry RINO ass all over Latah County. Yes, It’s that transparent. He blames the tea party, and this is about one thing - REVENGE. We should be encouraged! Local constitutional groups are changing the status quo, the Tea Party is winning, and the so-called "Old Guard" is doing what I have said they would for four years…
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> If you think the attacks from the left were harsh, just wait for the vicious attacks from the "right." But you know what they say… when you’re talking flak from both sides, you can clearly tell that you are OVER THE TARGET.
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> You can read my response (and it’s long, but I ask that you read it in its’ entirety) at: http://palouselibertyproject.com/library/pressrelease20120229.php
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> There will certainly be more releases to follow, watch the PLP Home Page for details.
> 
> Now, I have three personal requests for you.
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> First, hold my family and I up in your prayers. It has been a long week. I presume that it will be a long MONTH – or possibly even two. I believe in the power of prayer, and would appreciate it very much if you keep us in your thoughts. If you are agnostic on the subject, good thoughts and your well wishes are always welcomed.
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> Second, if litigation against Schroeder is commenced, I will need financial assistance to approach that task. In my entire tenure with PLP, I have never made a request such as this, and I do not do so lightly. However, we have seen the dirty politics of the Schroeders in this area for far too long. If I have the ability to shame and righteously disgrace him so that no individual or candidate must endure his dirty tactics again, then that is what I am willing to do. Perhaps that is the reason I have been drawn to this calling in the first place.
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> Third, I think it is time to flex the collective muscle of the Palouse Liberty Project and other liberty-minded groups in the area. Please take time out of your day to write a letter to the editor of the Moscow-Pullman Daily News. They have a 200 word limit for letters, but your willingness to respond in this way would be much appreciated. You can address those letters to: murph at dnews.com. I have written my own column, I am hopeful it will run in this weekend’s paper.
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> The bottom line is, my father told me to never start a fight, but once you are in one, do everything you can to win it. And that is exactly what I intend to do. Please assist me in exposing the truth and defending the constitution.
> 
> Jeff Williams
> Chairman
> Palouse Liberty Project
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