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Popular Conservative Texas House Candidate Dunning Has Some Republicans Worried-

A while back the Observer published some few brief comments from us on this same individual and his dangerous theatrics. The fact that Dunning since has moved upward into Texas politics paint a grim picture of concern about Garland's politcal machine and the voters who have suported it for many years- Only here where we the people become so disintersted in our government can the likes of Dunning be elected. This is someone who in Council meetings preached the constituion but when we asked for help to claim our civil rights that were knowingly being violated in the complaint process against Garland police he ignored us and advised we do the same. This violated Texas law and the Constituion.
The likes of people like Dunning have a place in politics not for their honesty and intergity but undivided loyalty to influencial people in their parties. We had hoped in a bad way Dunning make a trip to Austin so we could unveil in civil court what this man and some Garland city officials have denied us- to know only the truth about the 2003 abduction and murder of our teenage son, Esteban. Mr. Dunning was an integral part of this cover-up. More @ www.4esteban.com

Comment by Bill Salazar — March 26, 2008 @ 09:56PM

As for the source for Councilman Larry Jeffus, I find it interesting from her expense report that he is being paid almost $30,000 for "consulting fees". How does the Hyde at the Dallas Observer even think he is a credible source? After getting whipped by Keffer, he feels it necessary to run vicariously through a democrat.

Do your homework Observer. Jeffus is a worse than either of the candidates. I'm amazed you passed him off as a legitimate reference. That’s worse than using wikipedia for a research paper. GREAT WORK!

I'm scared of this election, alright. The fact that a liberal Democrat can file as a Republican because that’s the only way to win in North Dallas is scary. Sandra is a much better choice than Button. At least we know where she stands on issues. Will the real democrat please stand up? It didn't work for Mitt and it won't work Button. Money won't buy enough votes, or enough councilmen.

Comment by Bill Wilks — March 26, 2008 @ 10:58PM

A very important fact missing from the story is how many area Republican endorsements this wacko Dunning has received from our current legislators from Dallas County and across North Texas including State Sen. Bob Deuell, Rep. Jim Jackson, Rep. Jodie Laubenberg, Rep. Ken Paxton, Rep. Betty Brown, Rep. Dan Flynn, Rep. Bryan Hughes, Rep. Phil King, and Rep. Tan Parker (as well as Dick Armey). People, pay attention to how out of touch and extreme many Republicans office holders from our area are! All of those listed need sensible, intelligent challengers in the next primary so our area can be truly be served at the capital.

Comment by Mary — March 27, 2008 @ 07:27AM

I'm amazed at the ignorance of folks who claim to understand conservatism. Mary, these are the best legislators this state has seen in years. Take your rightful place: on the Democratic ticket. They are taxpayers’ friends. Granted you probably don't pay taxes so it wouldn't matter.

To the article: It's great for tabloid work. I can usually tell the real conservative in the race by who is getting the most heat. Conservatism isn't easy. Giving in to liberal is easy. Button does that when she gives her money and allegiance to those creeps. Real Republicans take heat. Now you want to talk about bad endorsements: Shapiro???? she's a RINO if I ever saw one. She wants to take a meter on everyone’s car to tax him or her on how much they drive. I believe we already have this tax- a GAS TAX!! When will these politicians realized that we can't just spend. Make priorities. Dunning is taking the same heat as the good conservatives- lets get him in there!!

Comment by Marcus — March 27, 2008 @ 11:16AM

My issue is that Dunning is not running as a Libertarian. I have brought some issues to him and he has made it clear that he had no interest in pursuing the interest of constituents if it involved a new law or ordinance, no matter what it might be. I don't have a problem with some of the values of the Libertarian party, but I DO have a problem with one using the "brand" of Republican and I can't believe the party has not into Dunning better before so many endorsed him.

Garland has been PLASTERED with signs in support of Dunning, but I can't believe many of these people have really had contact with him. Perhaps they just think that having someone from this area in Austin will help THIS AREA, but I don't think that would be true of Dunning. He might do what because he believes is taking the moral high ground, but that may leave Garland and other areas served by him, in the dump

Comment by Mom in Garland — March 30, 2008 @ 05:30PM

I thought this was interesting. It is from Richardson News. Thoughts?

The man that is noted is by the name of Lurch Peters. Lurch?

At the end of last night's District 112 forum held by the Richardson Highland Terrace HOA, Dave Peters lurched at the opportunity to follow Randy Dunning to the parking lot and was later heard verbally acosting the conservative State Representative candidate in what was described as an emotionally unstable tirade. What observers thought was a walk to his car for a ride home, instead turned into a wild tirade of accusations that echoed off the walls of the school as Peters de-rided the respected candidate. Dunning, for his part, staved off the lurch by reminding him, as Chen Button's Treasurer, the campaign had spent over $200,000 on television, radio and print advertising against him that was beyond negative. At the end of the exchange, Peters, known for his assoication with the Fiends of Richardson, confirmed the rumor of the group's plan to attempt a takeover of City Hall at the next Council election. "We're going to take back Richardson", he said, referring to what has been reported as a counter-attack underway on Richardson's newly-seated leadership. Almost pitiful was the disturbing emotional outburst that brought observers near to dialing 911 and ordering delivery of a straight jacket. Curiously silent are supporters in the shadows as this incident shed new light on Chen Button's repeated unprovoked assurance during the forum that "she had no hidden agenda". Do tell.

Comment by Angela — April 2, 2008 @ 01:29PM