Apr 09, 2010
Thanks to everyone who participated in our online Town Hall! We had an overwhelming response. If Dana did not answer your question, she hopes to do so here on the blog in the future. Stay tuned for more Town Hall events, and we wish the San Francisco Giants good luck on opening day!
Apr 08, 2010
Today Dana Walsh, Republican candidate for Congress in California’s 8th Congressional District, proudly announced that she has received another important endorsement for the Republican Primary. This week Kirk Miller, who has served the Republican Party in multiple positions, including as Chairman of the San Francisco Republican Party and Vice Chair of the California Republican State Party County Chairs’ Committee, has declared his support for Walsh. He has also served as Vice President of SPUR (San Francisco Planning and Urban Research Association) and as a San Francisco Housing Commissioner. He was also a Founder of the Russian Hill Home Owners Association.
“I am pleased so many people are joining my effort. Kirk Miller is a distinguished leader in both the Republican Party and in San Francisco. I am honored by his endorsement,” stated Walsh.
"Dana is an intelligent, insightful, hard working, and dedicated San Francisco Republican. She is by far the best candidate to carry our political banner."
On another campaign matter, Walsh signed the Americans for Tax Reform “No New Taxes” pledge. So far she is the only candidate making the pledge in this race for Congress. As a small business owner, Walsh believes the best way to revive the economy is to lower the tax burden on business and individuals.
Apr 07, 2010
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - Dana Walsh, Republican candidate for U.S. Congress in California's Eighth District, has signed the Americans for Tax Reform's Taxpayer Protection Pledge. Walsh is the only candidate Republican or Democrat to sign the pledge.
"As our next Congresswoman, I will work to lower the tax burden. People should be able to keep more of their paychecks," said Walsh.
Walsh believes that tax cuts will help stimulate new growth. As a businesswoman, she understands that new growth in the economy will create new jobs and spur opportunity for millions of Americans.
"I am determined to fight against all tax increases. The federal government does not have a revenue problem. They have a spending problem," stated Walsh. "As we get ready to pay our taxes, I think it is important to inform voters where we stand on the issue of taxes."
Taxes are a major differentiating point between Walsh and her two opponents -- John Dennis and Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Dennis has failed to sign the pledge and over the years Pelosi has developed a poor record of standing up for the taxpayers. She has earned for following ratings:
"Pelosi has a clear pattern of voting against the interests of the taxpayers. She has failed for years to fight for the working men and women of our district and the people of the United States," said Walsh. "She is part of the problem not the solution."
Walsh went on to further state that Republicans must nominate a strong candidate who has a business background and the determination to implement sound economic policies that will put people back to work. "As the only candidate to have signed the pledge, I offer a candidacy that is a clear alternative to the Pelosi tax and tax agenda," said Walsh.
Click here to view Americans for Tax Reform's list of Federal Taxpayer Protection Pledge Signers.
Apr 06, 2010
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - Today Dana Walsh, Republican candidate for Congress in California's 8th Congressional District, proudly announced that she has received the endorsement of Donald A. Casper who is recognized among the most respected Republican Party chairman and most influential Republican leaders in San Francisco.
"I am honored to have Donald's support. It shows that our campaign is gaining great momentum," stated Walsh.
Donald Casper was chairman of the San Francisco Republican County Central Committee from January 1997 until June 2002. Appointed to fill a vacancy on the committee in 1991, he was returned by Republican voters in the 13th Assembly District every two years between 1992 and 2000. His fellow committee members elected him chair three times. He also served on the California Republican State Central Committee. In 1998 he recruited Republican civic leader Mike DeNunzio to the Central Committee, and in 2000 endorsed DeNunzio to succeed him as Chairman of the Party. For the past 10 years Casper has been a member of the City's Civil Service Commission.
"I am proud to endorse Dana Walsh. She represents the very best San Francisco Republican values," said Casper.
Commissioner Casper currently serves on the boards of Janet Pomeroy Center for the Handicapped, the Salesian Boys' and Girls' Club, and the Columbus Day Celebration. Since 1994, he has chaired the board of Columbus Day Celebration, sponsor of the City's annual Italian Heritage Parade. He also, has served as a director of the Italian-American Community Services Agency and the Tenderloin Senior Organizing Project. In 1986, Commissioner Casper served as president of the St. Thomas More Society of San Francisco, an association of Catholic lawyers and jurists. He has been a member of the Legal Affairs Advisory committee of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of San Francisco. From 1991 to 1994, he sat on the Community Advisory Board of St. Mary's Hospital and Medical Center.
Walsh's other endorsements include: Harold Hoogasian, well-known San Francisco Republican leader; Sue Woods, Member of the San Francisco Republican County Central Committee; David Kiachko, twice elected member of the San Francisco Republican County Central Committee; Mike Gleim, former delegate of the California Republican Party; Terrence Faulkner, former San Francisco Republican Country Chair; Alisa Farenzena, member of the San Francisco Republican County Central Committee; Darcy Linn, Executive Committee Member of the Contra Costa Republican Party; Jim Hartman, former Vice Chairman of the California Republican Party; Barbara Kiley, veteran member of the San Francisco Republican Party.
On another campaign matter, Walsh signed the Americans for Tax Reform "No New Taxes" pledge. So far she is the only candidate making the pledge in this race for Congress. As a small business owner, Walsh believes the best way to revive the economy is to lower the tax burden on business and individuals.
Apr 06, 2010
Last Friday, Dana had the pleasure of being a guest on the Lars Larson National Radio Show. Click the play button to listen to the 10:00 minute interview.
Dana Walsh for Congress #9 - Dana Walsh on the Lars Larson Show
Apr 05, 2010
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - Today Dana Walsh, Republican candidate for Congress in California's 8th Congressional District, announced that her campaign has hit a huge milestone by surpassing the $1 million mark for the first quarter Federal Election Commission report.
"Our fundraising shows that there is a lot of support for my candidacy. I am pleased so many people are joining the effort," said Walsh. "People want real change and a Congresswoman focused on the economy. They know that I am the candidate with the best chances of defeating Speaker Pelosi."
Walsh through her efforts in direct mail, personal solicitation, events, and the internet has out raised her Republican Primary opponent 4 to 1. Not only does this successful Walsh fundraising show that her opponent is too far behind to be able to mount a competitive race, but it also indicates that his weak positions on national security are hurting him. Walsh's opponent supports closing Gitmo and opposes military tribunals for terrorists which mirror's Speaker Nancy Pelosi's beliefs. Hence, donors are not responding to him.
"As a small business owner, I am no stranger to hard work and that's what we have done to be competitive with Speaker Pelosi. Clearly we have both the momentum and the funds to take on the incumbent who has lost touch with San Francisco," stated Walsh.
Over 25,000 people have contributed to the campaign so far. In addition, over 91% of the contributors made donations of less than $200.
Walsh plans to continue to aggressively fundraise in order to compete with Speaker Nancy Pelosi and the special interest groups who will pump millions of dollars into this race. "They need her in DC, because she knows how to deliver for her allies rather than the voting public," said Walsh. "As we saw two weeks ago, the Speaker forced through health care instead of focusing on jobs."
Apr 01, 2010
Thanks to everyone who made financial contributions before the filing deadline! Your investment will help defeat Pelosi and get us one step closer to taking our country back.
Mar 30, 2010
We are 48 hours away from the first quarter federal filing deadline. The health care bill has passed, and Nancy Pelosi's arrogance and disregard for the people continues in Washington. I want to retire Nancy Pelosi and take our country back, but I need your help to do it. Please help us meet our goal of raising $10,000 by the end of the filing period, so we have the resources to stand-up to Nancy Pelosi's support from liberal special interest funding.
Will you help make sure we reach our goal and retire Nancy Pelosi by making a $100, $50, or even $20 contribution?
We must do something NOW. Pelosi-care will bankrupt Medicare, and it does not guarantee better health care for anyone. A broken health care system just got worse. A donation to my campaign supports one more vote to repeal the bill and retire Nancy Pelosi!
Please give us the resources we need to defeat Nancy Pelosi in November; every donation really does make a difference.
Mar 29, 2010
In today's San Francisco Chronicle, Bob Egelko writes an outstanding article about Nancy Pelosi's first return to the Bay Area since passing health care legislation. In the article, conservative challenger Dana Walsh talks about her desire to debate Nancy on health care. Click here to read the article.
Mar 29, 2010
In the past week, Dana has garnered a lot of press attention as people across the country learn about the true conservative challenger to Nancy Pelosi. Here is a round-up of the stories and interviews from the past week:
World Net Daily - Interview with Greg Corombos
Red State - "Meet Dana Walsh" - Interview with Moe Lane
Red County - "Game on for Dana Walsh: Pelosi's Time Is Up" - Interview with Angela F. Davis
San Francisco Chronicle - "Pelosi Basks in Health Care Victory in SF" - Article by Bob Egelko, Dana challenges Nancy to debate!
San Francisco Chronicle - "GOP Hopefuls Cast Pelosi As Fundraising Bait" - Article by Joe Garofoli
Mar 26, 2010
Get online and get out the word! Become my Facebook Fan, follow me on Twitter, and join my MeetUp group if you happen to be in the Bay Area. Please tell your friends and family about my campaign to defeat Nancy Pelosi. Spread the word!!!
Mar 25, 2010
Dana had the pleasure of speaking with Greg Corombos of Radio America reporting for World Net Daily yesterday. Click here to listen to her radio interview.
Mar 24, 2010
Dana Walsh for Congress #8 - Interview with Brian Sussman - March 24, 2010
Mar 22, 2010
Any hope of limited government has died if this Health Care Reform bill is not repealed. Forget that the public has seen the legislative process at its ugliest. Forget that we’ve seen the lengths to which the details of this bill have been misrepresented, forget the spin, forget the deceptions..
Congress has been distracting us with the details – which change on a daily, if not hourly, basis. Americans demanded transparency and instead got a sideshow. No one understands what is in this bill or what it will cost or, most disturbing, what effect it will have on our health care, our economy or our freedoms.
The real issue is that Congress has no Constitutional authority to control health care of its constituents. And they are now poised to seize power over our energy use (with Cap and Trade), our freedom to listen to the voices we want to hear (with the Fairness Doctrine) and the political system itself as it allows the White House to control the Census (which has never been done before in the history of the country.)
The Congress has no authority to expand its power by denying Americans the freedoms guaranteed by the Constitution. This must stop. The first step in taking back the country is to challenge the legitimacy of this bill. Let us start today.
