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Liberals, not Regan or KCRCC, are bane of local politics

by BABETTE BANDUCCI/Guest Opinion
| August 13, 2021 1:00 AM

Bev Twillman’s opinion hit piece reveals so much of what is wrong with liberal politics that is destroying America. Attacking Mr. Regan as the voice behind all Kootenai County Republican Central Committee individuals is such B.S. that the rest of her My Turn just falls flat.

Brent (a thinking and brilliant man with a long resume of inventions and patents) loves this county, this country, freedom and our personal rights. I have NEVER heard him support “no rules for all” as she insists.

Limited government with accountability, as our country was founded upon, is the KCRCC philosophy. It is NOT anti-government hence the stance on continuing (not abolishing) the current county government.

Voters currently elect nine county officials — three commissioners, coroner, sheriff, prosecuting attorney, assessor, treasurer and clerk. Brent Regan, who clearly researches facts and information before writing any piece, cited Idaho counties larger than ours that function well with this same form of government. Apparently his “fancy words” (intellect) and position are considered “scary” to Ms. Twillman.

Contrary to “taking away our right to choose” as (in her fear and confusion) she says Brent alone is trying to do, the KCRCC is fighting to keep the power in the people’s hands with voting for and holding accountable those elected officials. A county manager, hired by the board, would be appointing those positions. How does that allow the people a right to choose? It’s just another layer of government we don’t need — and an expensive one at that.

Furthermore, her attack on Leslie Duncan is completely unfounded. I’ve listened to Leslie answer personal and political questions during many different gatherings. She is a strong, humble, extremely smart woman with a desire to listen to public concerns, consider facts, research and listen again to make right and just decisions. Her background in law enforcement and small business ownership give her unique leadership skills that are not overrun by Mr. Regan as suggested. Twillman’s ignorant assumptions again fall flat.

With Twillman’s false accusations of KCRCC wanting “no rules for all” government, she crazily suggests that our area will become lawless, riotous, dangerous, etc. if we elect people with ideals such as less government, more responsibility, supporting and defending the Constitution.

Her list of cities we could become like: “LA, Chicago, Seattle and Portland” made me laugh out loud. Those cities have been under liberal DEMOCRATIC control for decades. Their elected officials called for the police to stand down during riots that injured people, destroyed private businesses and federal buildings! Why is she fear mongering?!

KCRCC seeks to understand candidates' backgrounds and basic ideas of government. Does she support candidates hiding their platforms as Democrats do? I have read the questions in the survey and it is NOT an “agree with me or else” document. No “one” person wrote it nor is it “pass or fail.” Go online at https://www.kootenaigop.org/ratingvettingprogram to view candidate answers, which are broad in background and life experience.

Many are engaging because for far too long conservatives have allowed local elected positions to be taken over by the liberal left. Answers to the “Why do you want to run for this position” are predominantly focused on love for their community, county and country and realization that the liberal leadership has led to this current progressive socialist agenda overtaking our amazing Constitutional Republic. Oh the liberals always say that’s “conspiracy theory” but more people than you realize see and know the truth.

By the way, go to the John Birch Society website for the truth — https://jbs.org/about/ — “less government, more responsibility, support and defend the Constitution” if you’d like something other than a Wikipedia/liberal/media distorted version. God open the eyes of the blind.

The Democratic Party has long been the Socialist Party. (Please research socialism and compare it to the current Democratic platform.) The growth in Idaho is coming from states where this ultra liberal democrat socialist agenda has destroyed freedom.

Every new resident I’ve spoken to (also everyone I know who has listened to newcomers) have come here for what they hope will be a place that stays free — that combats the liberal/socialist destructive agenda. MANY of them are engaging in the KCRCC meetings to understand what’s going on here and to fight ANYTHING that will allow the, let’s say, “Portland” situation to happen here.

They come for sanctuary from the out of control crazy “progressive” destruction of what they once called home. California. Michigan. Minnesota. Montana. Nevada. Oregon. Utah. WASHINGTON. Etc. DON’T think, Ms. Twillman’s, and many others including this newspaper’s, continued lying attacks will influence those moving here to change parties or fear the KCRCC simply because you say the Central Committee has “limited thinking.” Newcomers and locals ARE thinking. They are looking for a way to be involved in protecting this area from your left wing, destructive agenda.

For decades the radical left has been running our local boards — from schools to the hospital to the library and health districts. We are “woke” in the truest sense of the word. Here we come with the support and passion of the new community arrivals … And, has anyone noticed that rabid liberals are scared and freaking out with the engagement/election of those who do not agree with their reckless votes against our freedoms and their blood thirst for control?

The Central Committee is ashamed (no, not ashamed but disgusted by) of and purging those who, like Ms. Twillmann, say they are Republican but don’t support limited government and accountably elected officials. Those who ignore facts and truth. Those who are brainwashed and can’t think for themselves.

You are NOT welcome to dilute the strength of our local Republican Party. No, Mr. Regan nor the KCRCC speak for you. Keep it up KCRCC! Keep up the logical, intelligent and informative articles Brent!

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Babette Banducci is a Post Falls resident.