Oh good God - SarahB1 - This is the second post I've seen today were you post with a childlike thought

Go for it Buddy! Be sure you have a good campaign that doesn't confirm your loyalty to the unions after running over the Wisconsin taxpayer.

Poor poor SB1 walking around with your eyes closed. I could go back though all the news stories and waste time helping you back to reality but we have circled these wagons already. And I certainly can't help you with your short term memory and worst of all your liberalism.

Prove they did!

SB1 - the loser 14 went as directed by the union puppeters and of course they paid for it. Prove that they didn't.

SarahB1 - Walker is not a parasite - but he is sure working to rid Wisconsin of them. Seems that you support the parasitic way of life. Too bad that there are so many like you that do.

kaysbrew FAKE KOCH PHONE CALL ! NOT THE REAL KOCH BROS. ! Clinton, Wiener and Edwards didn't vote on act 10. We have entered the kaysbrew spin zone. It's true liberals do like kool aid. Did you get mixed up on your teabagger talking points list. Go back to posting u- tube links, makes you look less ignorant ? Well give it a try anyway !

It is true, liberals do drink a lot of kook-aid.
Obsessed on Koch still while sniffing Soros, Recall poobah? LOL in 2012 the year the US denounces Obama and socialism. You can't even call yourself liberals anymore.

and Lightkeeper, you should go talk to Clinton and Wiener and Edwards before speaking with your mouth full of hypocrisy.

Good point SARAH - It is not the first time that KAYS "Witches" BREW has gotten her information wrong. Also Good point LIGHTKEEPER on Walker the talkers fake KOCH phone call. Walker is an idiot for suggesting that he considered putting troublemakers in with peaceful rallies. and Walker claims to be a Christian - Sounds to many people that he does not follow a Christian pathway. What Would Jesus Do Scotty - NOT what you are doing!!Final point on Walker DUH talker - Walker continues to tell us he is a man of integrity and a former Eagle scout - Sad that Walker has to try to convince the public that he has integrity because he does not show it.

Kaysbrew do you have a lot in common with Scotty ?

Kaysbrew I disagree they showed just how much they cared. While others slept in their own beds, well exept randy hopper, they stayed at a motel. So the great people of Wisconsin could learn what was being voted on ! Funny thing, since doing this, he has had to use the back door. Hence BACKDOOR SCOTTY !

kaysbrew said, "Good thing the majority of Wisconsinites are smart enough to push back the waste and abuse and we will again in 2012."
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Fantastic! Glad to hear you've decided to support the recall of Walker, kaysbrew. I knew there were many former Walker supporters who had joined with Democrats and Independents to remove him from office, but I'm surprised to hear you are one of them. Welcome!

Yes, the union gang of 14 did make us all aware of just how little they cared about Wisconsin and how much power the unions have on the Democrat party. Good thing the majority of Wisconsinites are smart enough to push back the waste and abuse and we will again in 2012.

Kaysbrew can you defend BACKDOOR Scotty and the fake phone call from the Koch bros ! Witch candidates spent the most money during their campaigns, who do they owe ? Who's daddy was set up to run the state police in case their was trouble ?

kaysbrew- Cullen and his 14 associates are responsible for raising the awareness of the role of government and for that I am impressed. He did not " high tail" it with union funds. He left the state because his Republican colleagues refused to even discuss the bills being submitted and had he stayed in the state he could have and would have been forced back to Madison to vote on something that hadn't been discussed by anyone but a very few Republican constituents. The Walker gang didn't count on the strength of the elected Democrats. I think they maybe "get it" now.

SB1 - Educate yourself - we discussed this way back when it was happening with proof in articles and confessions. Go back and refresh your memory please instead of barking up the I'm forgetful tree.

I second that poobah!

Let me spell it out for the two liberals Zuessmom and Lightkeeper from yesterday who seem to be a bit confused as usual.

- Cullen high tailed it to Illinois on union money and cost us, here in Wisconsin, millions of tax payer money shutting down our ELECTED government. Yes, I said ELECTED, by the people. Not by the union heads.

Once again, the people of this great state have spoken and as usual the liberals refuse to take NO for an answer.

It's all about control and deception. Power and money. The liberals do not know any other way.

2sides, spot on!

Is name calling effective in supporting your candidate or supporting your party's movement? For those of you that do it, are you doing it for the benefit of who you support or do you do it to make you feel better? Why waste so much of your time? Why not find out about all the good about your party / candidate and stand tall based on that? To be honest, I give anyone credit who will run for public office up against such angry, negative people. Yes, there are many good people in this world but there are many people angry and keeping our country stagnant. This is the perspective of a mother raising children who has owned a business and has been involved in a union. The bitterness in this country is getting out of hand.

I BACK, BACK DOOR SCOTTY ! Bumper sticker for second campaign, same term. One dollar of every sale will be donated to save the red heart balloons, that have been needlessly stabbed during the first part of this administrations term.

nugrose - I am thinking that comparing leaving chambers to leaving the state is like comparing apples and oranges. Leaving the state at the command of the union puppeters is just not right. Recall the 14 - Recall them all.

Love all the comments about Walker being a drop out. How many of you former GM workers on here ever even started college? And as for calling Walker a loser, be careful throwing stones in your own glass houses. I support Walker. A vote for Walker is a vote for saving Wisconsin from parasites.

So honest Abe was a coward? (AND a republican too). Hell, I think Cullen should run for PRESIDENT!!!

GlennBeck- Coward or willing to stick his neck out for what he thinks is right?

Better be careful whom you label a coward, Repub legislators (both state and federal) have left chambers to delay a vote on legislation they didn't like. I guess it's OK or you're a coward depending on whether you have a (D) or (R) behind your name.......

Did he say he wants to run for governor, or run for cover? This should be verified.

RAF said, "You tossed in your 1 cent listing her education while skipping right over her experience or abilities."
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Raffy, you WERE in on it from the start and don't get it. The issue of her experience or abilities were not brought up at the time I mentioned her educational achievements. Remember? You just added that criteria once your boy Scotty couldn't hold a candle to Rachel with his academic record (Oxford PhD/Rhodes scholar versus college dropout.) That's when you suddenly concocted the experience or ability conundrum. How soon and conveniently you forget.

Good Greif Charley Brown...I hope to God Governor Scott Walker wins. This recall crap is down right pathetic. Tim Cullen is a proven coward.

Walker needs to go, but Cullen is not the answer to lead the Democrats. ( --> A COLLAGE may include newspaper clippings, ribbons, bits of colored or hand made papers, portions of other artwork or texts, photographs, and other found objects, glued to a paper or canvas. A COLLEGE is an educational institiution.)

Left for a job or kicked out for misconduct? Which one would YOU put on your resume?

Bill Gates dropped out of collage.

Governor Walkers bio says he left collage and went to work for the American Red Cross. Reading some of these comments, a person would think Walker lived in his parents basement playing video games smoking a fat one.

Biography: Born in Colorado Springs, Colo.; grew up in Delavan; lived in Wauwatosa for past 17 years. Married for 17 years to Tonette. They have two sons: Matthew, 16, and Alexander, 15.

Resume: Walker left Marquette University before graduating, taking a job in marketing and development with the American Red Cross. He was elected to the state Assembly in 1993 and served until he became Milwaukee County executive in 2002.

Poo this is what happens when you step into something thinking you understand it v. what is really going on.

My first statement, about this, was in regards to fear telling others to research a person fully before coming to a partisan decision. I simply asked if he was starting a new way of dealing with these things as before he had declared a cable news show personality with no experience, maddow, was more qualified in public union law issues than walker. You tossed in your 1 cent listing her education while skipping right over her experience or abilities. I never expected you to grasp the issue seeing it was never addressed to you. After all you have enough trouble thinking carrying signs are courageous and sitting at home calling mayors of cities in other states is productive.

Sorry for stepping in here, Fear, but RAF's inability to propose a logical argument is just too irresistible.
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RAF first said to Fear, "Your second posting on the gazette declared that rachel maddow was MORE QUALIFIED TO SPEAK on the situation of state unions rights (the law) than walker."

RAF then said to Fear, "Fear how exactly does a person with a piece of paper that studied politics have MORE EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES than a person that has proven record of doing it?"
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RAF, your first statement was a response to Fear stating that Maddow was more qualified to speak (offer a perspective or analysis) on the union rights laws than Walker was. Your second statement asks who has more experience and abilities of having done something (implemented union rights laws.) You changed the target somewhere between your two statements and are now unfairly asking Fear to compare apples and oranges, when Fear compared an apple with an apple -- albeit one good apple and one bad apple. Rachel being the good apple, of course.

"we all know how all of you righties hold actual educational qualifications, instead of rhetoric from a guy who couldn't finish college. Means nothing right?"
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There you go tossing that rhetorical blanket over people you have differing views with. To be accurate education qualifications (degree) are for the most part prerequisites and not absolutes, 10 people with the same degree still have differing abilities. The very reason certifications came into being was to provide evidence of an ability level or skill, our state requires a teaching certificate in addition to a degree. Taking the driver’s education class does not provide the needed skills 16 year olds need to be on the roadway with others. I do consent the completion of a degree, in a certain field of study, does provide a great basis for knowledge for building on; but it is not the peak of a career.

I do enjoy reading the critiques of walker because of his lack of a degree. Hope they understand this is nothing new as there have been many governors that didn’t finish a bachelor’s degree include 2 current sitting governors.

Fear how exactly does a person with a piece of paper that studied politics have more experience and abilities than a person that has proven record of doing it? Using yours and poo's theories a person with a doctorate in mechanical engineering or physics is a better race driver than tony stewart. Nice try, she is nothing more than an educated talking head, having no more "ability" to perform that task, union law, than limbaugh. The point was, you have delighted telling others to read up on a person and their abilities before making a partisan decision about them. Still wondering when you will take your own advice.

You got my vote Tim. Thank you for all you do and will do to bring Scott "Hitler" Walker's private agendas down!

here you go max, better find some better proof!

http://www.dane101.com/current/2011/11/2...

http://www.jsonline.com/blogs/news/13425...

Time to try again!!:) Proof?

umm Max, hate to tell you but that "video proof" has already been PROVEN false!!LOL Little behind the times? Both young ladies that signed have come forth and shown that they are 20 and 22 years old. Also your video proof has been pulled off of youtube!! HAha nice try though.

RAF- check Poobah's post. Of course I am still trying to figure out what context you are talking about and how I said Rachel Maddow is more this or that. Maybe its because the legislative federal bureau report? That being said, we all know how all of you righties hold actual educational qualifications, instead of rhetoric from a guy who couldn't finish college. Means nothing right? Only because you disagree with her political ideology, laughable.
Funny thing is put the credentials side by side , take away name recognition, take away political ideology, and you tell me who is more qualified to flush a toilet let alone speak to any kind of policy, what a joke!!LOL

Oh, and in case you don't get it Che...."Craftsman" is a good thing.

maxcap,
That video "proof" that Repubs keep harping about proves NOTHING. If it proved anything at all, it would be getting a lot more press. It shows young people that could be 18 signing petitions. It shows a person giving cigarettes to young people that could be 18. Where is the indisputable proof that the cigarettes were explicitly given in exchange for signatures? It's not there. As a former smoker, I've given cigarettes to people attending the same function as I on numerous occasions. I wasn't giving them away with any conditions attached. I was just sharing. I know that's not a concept familiar to many Repubs, but it does happen out there in our communities from time to time.

gpawcat,
I think you're missing my point. Sure, it's easy to get the number of signatures necessary to trigger the recall elections. The real accomplishment is getting the turnout during the actual recall election to reverse the previous election results. Just look at the recall elections from earlier this year. The Repubs failed and the Dems were only successful in 2 races. It appears the Dems have a lot of support for a statewide recall of Gov Walker. In a state that, until the last election, consistently voted Democrat in recent years, it looks like Walker's actions have started the scales tipping back toward the Dems. So, the reason that I think your theory is flawed is because if Walker is recalled and Cullen takes over, all he would have to do is not act like a complete power monger and puppet for billionaire businessmen and, even if a recall is triggered through petition, there won't be enough enthusiasm among the overall electorate to vote him out. Triggering the recall isn't any kind of political victory. It's meaningless unless you unseat the target of the recall. I doubt Cullen would be stupid enough to try to pull any stunts similar to the idiocy that Walker has engaged in. Thus, a second recall election would probably end up in Cullen's favor as well.

Che wrote...."Cullen is a tool."

I would have to agree.

A "Craftsman" to be exact.

RAF said to fear, "Your second posting on the gazette declared that rachel maddow was more qualified to speak on the situation of state unions rights (the law) than walker."
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Well, everyone know that's true! On one hand we have a graduate of Stanford, who is a Rhodes scholar and has a PhD from Oxford University. On the the other hand we have a college dropout who, judging from his performance as Milwaukee County executive and having initiatives challenged and reversed by courts, apparently knows very little about any law. So let's recap that... Oxford PhD/Rhodes scholar vs. college dropout. Oh, and by the way, that would be Rachel who has the PhD.

"urge anyone to go to Senator Cullen's website to actually LEARN about the man and his votes on bills/legislation. Of course many will just bash and destroy a GOOD mans charecter because of blind ideology, but actually reading about him and his positions might be an intelligent way to vote, instead of idiocy and parroted rhetoric."
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Good advice. I wonder though if you ever did that? Your second posting on the gazette declared that rachel maddow was more qualified to speak on the situation of state unions rights (the law) than walker. Have you turned a corner in your thinking or are you offering people advise you yourself don't take?

Fearandrhetoric, it is not false rhetoric! We have the video proof, and 1000's of phonie signatures may void your precious recall efforts. You can't win recalls when there is video of dems handing out cigs to kids in exchange for their illegal signatures.

Let me explain my theory to WalterReuther@10:31am.
Governor Walker won the election with 52% of the vote or 1,128,159 votes. Tom Barrett got 47% or 1,005,008, and 25,556 people threw their vote away for some one else, and 1% wrote in some foolish name like Donald Duck. Recalls need 25% of all votes cast,or 540,028 to have a recall election. The dems & repubs only need to get one half of their voters that voted for them in the general election to sign the petition. This is no big outstanding achievement when a million people voted for you the first time. Even if senator Cullen is elected governor, the repubs will come back because they don't need a reason, just 540,028 signatures, and a whole lot of money. The 52% that voted for Walker might not like having their 2010 vote cancelled out. The voters may even believe the dems are stealing the 2010 election for political power. This is why I say, it doesn't matter if Cullen or anyone else is elected. What are the democrats going to say? We won the recall, so get over it?

""Duh, we all know the recall will happen because of fraudulent signatures"" Dumb false rhetoric.
""Running away like the cowardly 14 did is just not right. They are nothing but Union Puppets.""
Thanks fedup thats only the 1000th time that one has been repeated today! You win a free parrot button!!

myview - don't you get it?? Running away like the cowardly 14 did is just not right. They are nothing but Union Puppets.

concernedperson - you are most obviously misinformed. Do some research and get the real facts.

Duh, we all know the recall will happen because of fraudulent signatures.
But a recall is a process, not a result, and Walker will win again, because every thing he has done, he said he would do ahead of the election!

I want to be a pirate !

So...Che doesn't like Cullen. Funny, coming an individual that chose a username lifted from that of a Marxist. Curious.

I can't stand a governor who lies, cheats, and does everything in his power to put the poor and the working class citizens of our state into the dumpster. That is why the recall is happening. The 1%'s time has come to an end. It is time for the rest of those who don't understand or refuse to understand to open up their eyes and become informed.

THE RECALL IS HAPPENING. ABSOLUTELY.

Even the Gazette editorial staff understand this now. It was announced on last evening's news that they are supporting Sen. Cullen for governor, someone who can unite the people of our state.

Our state of Wisconsin can't wait. That is why people of the state are banding together in every village, town, city, and in every nook and cranny of our state to recall a governor who has chosen to be more like a dictator than a governor. The people would have worked with him had he chosen to work with us. But he didn't. He would not negotiate. How many times did he say that anyway?

Become informed, people. The recall is happening, no if's and's or but's about it.

This is america, if you want to support a back door man vrs one that will walk in the front thats your choice. Not that theirs anything wrong with that. California is the place you ought be (fake koch bros.)

I love how all these Libtards keep throwing the Koch Bros. name around. George Soros is a millon times worse than the Koch Bros. Nothing is going to change, the recall will happen and when Walker is STILL our Governor what will the sore loser, whiny baby Democrats do then to try to derail our state?, protest more?, I KNOW!!!! They will demand a re-count just to spend more of our tax dollars on this stupid temper tantrum they cannot stop throwing. How about you all try and help instead of doing everything you can think of to try and be a pain is everyone's backside!!!!!!

one943,
That would be all well and good if it was a matter of mere ideological differences. The problem is Walker is governing in bad faith. He has continually pursued policies that he claims to have campaigned on but never did. He says he's attacking unions to correct the budget but when he was recorded speaking to someone he thought was David Koch, he showed his true colors. This is not about disagreeing on politics. This is not even about public sector benefits. This is about a way of life that is under attack. No union, public or private, should have it's right to collectively bargain stolen by a government. I'm sure all the "small government" proponents would be able to agree with that.

myviews2, that path goes both directions so don't be quick to point fingers, ok?

Finally, the best candidate will hopefully run for (and be elected) Governor. Good luck Mr. Cullen....you have one vote here for sure. A person who will work with all parties and keep open communication. Good luck.

If the Illinois thing is all the Republican talking points you have to offer, I hope Walker and clan are enjoying their Christmas in the Gov's mansion this year. Since this came out late on a Friday afternoon, obviously the right wing talking point writers are gone for the weekend or we would get much better than this. Monday morning should bring some fresh TP comments I am guessing.

Doesn't he live in Rockford? Or is he running for Illinois governor.

Running for governor is different than running and hiding-out at the clocktower in Rockford. Someone should explain this to him.

GOOD BYE walky talky

Kaysbrew, why would you say that when you know it isn't true?

kaysbrew better to sit their look ignorant, then type and confirm it. Senator Cullen was born and raised in janesville. As far as visiting Illinois, its a whole lot closer then california (walkers fake phone call from the koch brothers).

It will not matter because Walker is our Governor and we support his actions to SAVE Wisconsin.
SUPPORT WALKER!

RETAIN WALKER!!!!! RETAIN WALKER!!!!!! RETAIN WALKER!!!!!!!
Soros money don't buy Wisconsin again. nor,do we want unions to keep polluting it.
Let them take the brown bag full of out of state cash somewhere else.

RECALL WALKER!!!!! RECALL WALKER!!!!!! RECALL WALKER!!!!!!!
Koch money don't buy Wisconsin. nor do we want them polluting it.
Let them take the brown bag full somewhere else.

youkill-"You have it backwards like most conservatards. We don't think government should turn into a charity and be paid for with charitable donations." You say this and call me conservatard. I bet even you don't understand what that means.
fear-You're right,not all liberals avoid giving to charities. But I believe it is true that most Democrats would rather have the gov.
take care of everyone and not have the charities. Full support from birth (if you're lucky enough not to aborted) to death (when Obamacare decides you're no longer worth keeping alive)

I would encourage the folks that support the Tea Party Movement to take a look around and realize support for your radical ideals is quickly drying up. We've had our first true taste of Tea Party Conservatism... and the data shows the money goes exactly where the power is - to the upper class.

The TP supporters are the "bought and paid for" thugs of this regime. Brainwashed by talking points of smaller government and lower taxes. All a smoke screen for getting Barrack Obama ousted on the next election cycle because of the Affordable Healthcare Act made some very rich people scared for their long term investment income.

Cullen will work with sane conservatives (he's shown this many times in the past) and will oppose insane liberals (again, check his history) to make Wisconsin a fair state. Educate yourselves before you cast your vote.

Anyone but Walker!

poorrichard writes -- "Why don't you put it in A Red Kettle-it'll do more good. But I know you libs think the government should do it all and don't believe in charities." --------------------- You have it backwards like most conservatards. We don't think government should turn into a charity and be paid for with charitable donations.

If your candidate's election theme is that his policies have cost Wisconsin jobs, he misled the electorate about his plans and actions during and after the campaign and that he has divided the citizens of this state one against the other, but he has never been to Illinois, you might be a Republican.

Libs dont believe in Charity? Really? Thats what I would call a dumb blanket statement on your part, can you do better? I think you are better than that.
Heres a great reverse blanket statement for you, similar context. BTW I don't necessarily believe this, just comparison shopping here:)

Republicans only love charities because they provide warm fuzzy tax writeoffs, and they do anything to avoid paying their fair share, ANYTHING!!

Okay maybe I believe parts of that, but not for all conservatives!!:)

Iuld urge anyone to go to Senator Cullen's website to actually LEARN about the man and his votes on bills/legislation. Of course many will just bash and destroy a GOOD mans charecter because of blind ideology, but actually reading about him and his positions might be an intelligent way to vote, instead of idiocy and parroted rhetoric.

Link;
http://legis.wisconsin.gov/senate/cullen...

Just do alittle research, instead of watching TV/radio and make your OWN decions. Too many in this country/state making decisions on who to vote for.

"running from their jobs"? NO! They wer DOING their job!! They certainly weren't vacationing ! That was the ONLY choice they had, and try to remember that the majority in Senator Cullen's district AGREE with the action.

@Poor- I do put it in the Red Kettle and other equally GOOD causes. I believe that Cullen for Governor is a GOOD cause. Sorry that your guy is so troubled- really wish it weren't so.

analert-Why don't you put it in A Red Kettle-it'll do more good. But I know you libs think the government should do it all and don't believe in charities.

Vat said""It's hard to understand why a group of grown men, who supposedly represent the interests of people one either side, cannot sit down in a room and find common ground on something. It's always who can drag the other in mud while the rest stand and watch their childish actions""

I would agree completely Vato, do you hold Walker and the rubberstamps to the same standards? Doubtful, as they have done ZERO to compromise on anything since he took office. Have passed ZERO job creating bills, passed when they supposedly were having a LASER focus on jobs(rhetoric). Instead , when we are needing more highly qualified workers, we are cutting funding to technical colleges,and trade/training programs, Brilliant!!

Governor of Illinois? OH I get it, how originally HILARIOUS!!!!! Bwahahahahahaha!! My goodness how many different ways can we tell the same joke?
People short on originality and brain power on this thread, very predictable!!

Tim for Governor!

Not a betting man , HOWEVER, I would be willing to bet my house that Tim Cullen wont even face a recall election.
But hey you can hope in one hand and poop in the other, could you do that and tell me which one fills up first?

Wow what a shock, the pro-Walker repeaters are in here repeating!! Walker himself said that Tim was a reasonable man, just "Not one of us." That should be enough of a reason to run.
To all of the Illinois repeaters, try to remember that they were within their jobs to do what they did, and I kno that it's hard for you to hear anything but what you want to, but they were doing what the people who VOTED for them wanted them to do!! Wonder why NONE of them were recalled successfully? They were forced into that action by a terribly ideological over reach by Walker and his people.
Is that really all you people have? Because I scroll through all the comments here and that is the ONLY thing I hear. I had the pleasure of meeting Mr Cullen and his grand daughter when I was thanking him in person, and he was a very gracious kind man.Since Russ won't be running , he was the one I was hoping would run and I think he would be an excellent choice, that could win!! I too will be contributing!!

@poor- Cullen of course. Lots of it too.

analertcitizen-Money to who-Walker or Cullen?

@poorrichard- Serious, seriously. I'm contributing to his campaign.

I saw the headline and had to see if it was Governor of Wisconsin or Illinois. Maybe he could be Governor of both, that way if he doesn't like the way things are going in Wisconsin he can just run to Illinois like he did earlier this year! Sorry Tim, you opened yourself up to that when you ran from your job earlier this year.....

WalterReuther

"Legislators are voted into office to do what they think is right, not what some other person or some small group thinks is right. They are elected because they have the faith of enough people to make those decisions to do the right thing for the people."
My thoughts exactly. Let Walker do his job & if 3 years elect someone else if you still don't like what he is doing.

Lincoln did the same thing and became president...

Fedup: Hard to take your criticism of me "bashing" the tea party seriously considering your own words attacking good people like Tim Cullen. (MT 7:5)

I don't see Cullen's leaving the state as "not doing his job" or as "an act of cowardice", but rather as quite the opposite. Those of you who think otherwise - and that he can't or shouldn't win because of it - are missing two very important points: First, to the majority of those who oppose Walker Cullen's actions were very positive things and make him a hero of sorts. Second, ALL who oppose Walker will vote for the other candidate, no matter who it is. These things would give Cullen a pretty good chance.

"It's hard to imagine that anyone in WI doesn't feel the state is "angrily divided", yet almost without exception the hate is directed at your neighbor who might be making a few thousand dollars more than you or belong to a union and you don't, etc."

Nomoreres

It's hard to understand why a group of grown men, who supposedly represent the interests of people one either side, cannot sit down in a room and find common ground on something. It's always who can drag the other in mud while the rest stand and watch their childish actions.

analertcitizen-If you are being serious (and I really can't tell)That is either the funniest
thing I have ever heard or the stupidest. Wow.

gpawcat,
How can you assume Cullen would be recalled? Have the Republicans successfully recalled a Democrat here in WI yet? Nope. What makes you think they would have the numbers to do so. The people of WI have learned their lesson with the clown we have as Governor now. They will turn out to the polls in mass from here on out. The Republicans gave it everything they had to elect Walker and it was still a pretty slim margin even though 2010 was a down year for Democrat turnout. Never again. Why do you think the Republicans have been trying to make it harder on people that vote Democrat to actually vote?

Really doesn't matter who is governor, the damage the unions, recalls, even the threat of recalls are catastrophic to Wisconsin's economy. Business like stability. Recalling politicians every year means business can't depend on who's in charge or what direction Wisconsin is going. Even if Senator Cullen wins, the republicans will recall him in a year, so it makes no difference in the long term planning.

Funny- I have never been prouder of the State of Wisconsin than I was when the 14 Senators fled the state. They opened the eyes of all of America. Wherever I travel out of state and tell people I am from Wisconsin they overwhelmingly sing the praises of our state because of the courageous leaders(and I don't mean the Walker gang). This group will be in History books hundreds of years from now.

Cullen's actions allowed the people of WI the time necessary to stand up and take that fight to Walker. Cullen is an exemplary Wisconsinite, American and Human Being. God Bless him.

It takes a man to stand up and fight what you believe in... It takes a loser to turn tail and run and hide. 'nuff said, end of discussion. Cullen is bad for Wisconsin, he is BAD FOR AMERICANS!

It's hard to imagine that anyone in WI doesn't feel the state is "angrily divided", yet almost without exception the hate is directed at your neighbor who might be making a few thousand dollars more than you or belong to a union and you don't, etc. I can understand that you would like what your neighbor has, etc. (but if I remember correctly there is a commandment regarding that and I've read that many of you would like those commandments posted more freely). You may or may not have the required degree that your neighbor does in order to achieve that salary, etc. so we could argue endlessly (and I believe we have) about the unfairness of it all. But what I find most shocking is the apparent ignoring of many, many CEOs making hundreds of times what the average worker is at the company s/he runs. Like them or not the 99% seem to be more focused on that injustice than any of these blogs. It seems obvious to me that the more severe the wealth gap becomes the less we, our children and our grandchildren will have. I'm not willing to accept that and marvel at those who seem to be. I recognize that many readers of this post will already have formed a response in opposition to it before they finish reading it, so I'm not expecting to sway too many opinions. So I'll continue wondering why so many people are willing to jeopardize the well-being of their offspring for the satisfaction of bashing their neighbors (who likely used to be their friends). I haven't had too many friends in the 1% and I've always tried to stick by my friends.

If memory serves me correctly was he not one of the Senators that ran to Illinois when collective bargaining was being debated and voted on. That may come back to bite him in the *** come election through either a general election or a recall. I would have to think long and hard about that before I could decide about that. In my opinion I think I will wait and see if Walker will be recalled first and then see who will run against him if Walker is recalled. I just want to be sure if Walker is recalled that we have a candidate that can beat him come Election Day so this can be decided once and for all.

one943,
Legislators are voted into office to do what they think is right, not what some other person or some small group thinks is right. They are elected because they have the faith of enough people to make those decisions to do the right thing for the people. For the people that were so upset by his actions, there are options: recall or the next election.

smartypants - Is it not the unions that have the sign of the clenched fist?? A commie sign for sure.

I have it on good authority that if Cullen were to be elected govenor that he plans to move the state capital to Rockford. Rumor has it that the unions already have a suite waiting for him at the Clock Tower.

Act 10 is working people. Only ones complaining are the parasites and the misinformed. Oh and of course the unions who are now losing millions and saving the taxpayers of WI the same.

WalterReuther
"That shows that he fights for all of his constituents, not just the ones that he easily relates to."
How about the ones who didn't want him to go to Illinois? How did he fight for them(or against)?

Pray for Wisconsin.......

Good news for Wisconsin! Get out there and sign the petition people!

oldtimer, have male obstetricians ever given birth?

oldtimer,
That shows that he fights for all of his constituents, not just the ones that he easily relates to. Thanks for making another point for me.

Walterreuther, has cullen ever been a union member? He never worked a day in his life. always a white collar worker.

ddr, If you claim that Cullen will "Fight for us middle class" then surely you would support him keeping Walker's public union legislation in place--correct? This would definitely show support of the 90% of the middle class who aren't part of those unions by no longer forcing them to fund outrageous pension/HC benefits of the union members while putting limits on their "tax to the max" philosophy.

Stubby - you guys really need to get off the teaparty bashing train. I am sure that there are a lot of posters on here that support Walker that do not belong to the teaparty. In fact my bet there are some Democrats on here that do not support the recall. I hold no party affiliation, but I do support what Walker has done and is doing in an attempt to save Wisconsin.

youkillme - those senators are not heroes. That was not democracy in action. They are puppets that followed the direction of the Union Leader puppet masters. They are the ones that should be recalled. Cullen would be a big mistake.

jv93,
Much like you "didn't ask to be protected or taken care of", I didn't ask for you to "really feel bad" for me as you say you do. Your point about campaign contributions from unions to Dems is silly. Republicans are obviously linked to large corporations and other private interests through large campaign donations. Why should Democrats be held to a different standard when it comes to contributions?
"OH NO! They have large campaign contributors, too? Those awful Democrats!"
You act as though Democrats are the only ones that receive hefty donations from large organizations. Why do you think Republicans work so very hard to destroy unions? It's not about helping the state solve budget issues. That's a ruse. It's about weakening the political opposition. If the GOP can cripple the unions, they have effectively crippled the Democratic party's main source of campaign contributions. It's all about creating an uneven playing field. Everyone that can think for themselves can see that, and that is why we're seeing a widely supported Recall effort against Walker. When they fled the state, the 14 senators brought the full spotlight onto Scott Walker for what he truly is and what he was doing and continues to do. That is why they are heroes.
p.s. If you voted at all, you asked to be protected or looked out for in some way or another. If you didn't vote, what are you even complaining for?

Dear reader of these comments - as you read, please consider the fact that most of those posting have already made up their minds about who they are voting for without even knowing the candidates. The Tea Party loyalists will be voting for Walker no matter who runs - and they are making a lot of the comments here. The hard core democrats will vote for anyone but Walker - which could mean a pretty extreme left candidate may have a chance as well. But Tim Cullen is the only really moderate out there. He is a good choice for the Democrats because he is the type of person who could attract the votes of moderate Republicans or independents (such as myself). With the state so evenly divided - we need a candidate who is in the middle. So let the haters hate, but for me, I think Tim Cullen is the answer!

Governor of a dying state, good luck senator. Caterpillar is moving 1,000 jobs from Japan back to America. Ya think Wisconsin has a chance to land those jobs in this kind of political atmosphere?
Thanks recall people for poisoning the well.

Tim Cullen would make an awesome Govenor. He is for the people of the state not against them. He will bend over backward to make things right. I sure would vote for him. He will fight for us middle class not take money from the Koch brothers to ruin the state so Koch brothers can make money.

Forget it

Oh yeah. He runs real well. He ran to Illinois with the other morons. See Tim Run ! Run Tim run.

He is very good at running !

janesvillecomments.. He spilled is guts when he was nesting at the Clock Tower.

Ask Cullen about the Beloit Ho Chunk Casino deal..That should be fun watch, please send to Youtube.com..Thanks in advance.

He has my vote for Governor... of Illinois! He already has experience "running" there.

Radio Silents..What a surprise word smiths..

youkillme, I wish you could run for a non existent position.. I would vote for you.

Add a Scott Walker..

Add a youkillme..

No doubt about it. Tim Cullen and the rest of those senators are bonafide American heroes for the action they took to delay the hateful division and creeping fascism Republicans and Scott Walker initiated in our once friendly and united state. It took plenty of courage to do what they did knowing they would catch flak and risk their careers over it. We don't see enough of that selfless giving for the common good from our public officials anymore. Even Walker said of Cullen, "He's not there for political reasons. He's just trying to get something done" speaks volumes for Tim. Most of them are looking for a campaign hand-out to calculate an advantage for the next election. Not Cullen. Walker gave him the best endorsement he could possibly ask for. Cullen For Governor!!

I really feel bad for people like Walter. The democratic politicians care absolutely zero for them. The reason the 14 fled was to guard the near continuous flow of forced campaign contributions from the unions into the coffers of the democratic party. If you think for one second the senators little temper tantrum had anything to do with "workers rights" or caring "for the little guy," you are sorely naive. And no, I don't believe the republicans are looking out for me either. I didn't ask to be protected or taken care of nor do I need it.

Add a Poo..

LOL. To the OWSDEM clan, uncivil protests and running from responsibilities are courageous.

WalterReuther,..Pony up and get some, Donkey.

The courageous senators who did the only thing they could to stop the Walker-Fitzgerald steam roller are akin to the heroic United States senators of years gone by who would filibuster for hours on end to prevent passage of legislation with which they had deep ethical and moral concerns. Not only that, but it focused the spotlight squarely on Walker policy and started a national discourse. We saw the first results in Ohio recently where voters overturned very similar legislation to Walker's by an overwhelming majority. Thank you for your years of service, Tim. I look forward to the healing that you are so capable of bringing to the state as our next governor in 2012.

I've never felt closer to a politician or group of politicians than I do to the senators that fled to IL to protest Walker's heavy handed, oppressive tactics. Elected officials had never acted so directly in line with what I felt was necessary and best represented my views. I only wish all of our representatives and senators would act so selflessly on our behalf. They each risked their political career for us to do what they knew in their hearts was right, and for that I will be eternally grateful. I thank God every day for people like Cullen, Erpenbach, Taylor, Barca, Hintz,and the numerous other decent caring human beings in the state legislature that are looking out for everyday working people. You made the right choice for us, Senator Cullen. I'd be more than happy to make the right choice in voting for you.

I think we may need some new leadership but, it doesn't come from either party line. Both sides are very much sell outs.totellthetruth
you are right about cullen very UNAMERICAN to run and hide.

Yeah, all we need is a chicken in the Gov. Mansion to run and stick his tail between his leg when he doesn't get his way. Mr. Cullen is a MAJOR embarrassment to not only this city but the post that he holds. Mr. Cullen is one of the MOST UNAMERICAN acting people I have ever met.

He may plan to run for governor, this recall needs to work first I guess. If it doesn't, then I guess a second recall for Walker will take place wont it. Keep trying till you get your way.

Wow, Tim Cullen for savior..I love it.

I hope he runs. Tim would make a great Governor.

Running for office and running from responsibility are two different things...for most voters.

Frankly, when he "RAN to Illinois" I felt that he WAS doing his job and that I was being VERY MUCH represented!! He will have my vote!

whzbng
Dec 2, 2011 at 6:55 p.m.
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You have to be kidding. One who cannot keep his own house in order should not be allowed to run the state house

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Yeah like fine job Walker did for Millwaukee - right? Bahahahahahahahahhahaha

We need him in the Senate, if he wants to run for Governor he should wait.

I would GLADLY vote for someone who is not the lesser of two evils -- IF "they" could provide someone to vote FOR!

Maybe when he crossed state lines he was trying to establish a residency to run there.

When are middle class and working class voters going to realize that today's Democratic party doesn't give a rats heinie about anything they care about?

http://campaignstops.blogs.nytimes.com/2...

Electing Cullen would be like electing a special interest puppet (e.g., like the current "Koch brothers puppet").

Voters please quit voting for the lesser of two evils. Vote for who best represents YOUR values/opinions, and not who will "probably" win.

Running seems to be the politically correct thing to do now. Like running to Illnois. Give me a break.....

Let's not confuse party lines with state lines. He running for governor of Illinois?

Awesone awesome news. A rational person willing to cross party lines to get something done. I'll contribute.

I'll be praying for the chance to put Sen. Cullen in the Governor's seat.

Marty Bell for Governor
Mouse for Lt. Governor

I can't think of anyone better for the job! He has proven he is for the people of this State, not corporate interests such as our current Gov.

That is wonderful news!!

You have got to be kidding me...
Does he realize that the spot he is hoping for, (and I say hoping, as Walker will remain Governor) is Governor for Wisconsin, not ILLINOIS ???
What next...Howdy Doodie ???????????/

Hey Mouse, I think you would be interested tto know the most of WI lawmakers have taken money from Koch industries, include Dems. FACT. By the way is freedom being forced to be in a union, like it USE TO BE in the public employee sector?

He proved he knows how to run, based on his performance last spring. Good luck with a Governor that hides out across the state line.

NOOOOOOOOOOOOO PLEASSSSSSSSSSSSE - Don't run for govnuh Senator Cullen. Quit trying to dilute the field.

Mouse--I'll fix it for you little guy:)......"Having a puppet Governor operating for union bosses is far from freedom ringing!"
Glad to see you coming around to the pro-Walker side!

so what would he do if he didn't get his way as Gov.? run to Illinois again? the guy is a LOSER

freedomrings...... If your name means what it infers, then I would imagine you want Walker out?
Having a puppet Governor operating for Koch dictators is far from freedom ringing!

I suppose he could, since he will be on the recall list soon also.

I don't know what makes anyone think that collective bargaining would ever be reinstated to what is was. Regardless of the outcome of the recall it has already been proven that the changes have worked for many communities, and states like IL and CA are looking to do the same thing and the are run by Democrat Govs. I wouldn't pin my hopes on Cullen or any of the other 13 fugitive Senators to change anything that has taken place.

You have to be kidding. One who cannot keep his own house in order should not be allowed to run the state house.

Tim Cullen is just a good, really nice person....he'd make a good Governor.....but the ones with high incomes and Walker supporters on the gazette don't like decent people like Tim

Che: Cullen did no such thing. The governor divided this state by his shenanigans. And the governor continues to do it. He has not changed his path since the day he took his oath of office.

This is the beginning of the return to sanity for our state.

Tim, you can count me in for everything I can do to help get you elected. I would guess this means Russ Feingold will not be throwing his hat in the ring as I think Tim would have sat this one out in deference to Russ. Either Russ or Tim would make a GREAT governor. Tim is exactly the type of person we need - someone who has willingly worked across the aisle his entire political life. Happy days are here again!

He has my vote!

Maybe when he RAN to Illinois, to throw his tantrum and not do his job, he should have stayed there.

Great news!

"He's pretty reasonable, but he's not one of us. . . . He's not there for political reasons. He's just trying to get something done. . . . He's not a conservative. He's just a pragmatist." -- Scott Walker on Tim Cullen. That's all Cullen needs to played over and over again like Walker's ads are today. He's a shoo-in.

Awesome!

He's in the top three and has the best campaign plug out of them all when Walker said, "He's not one of us, he's a pragmatist!"

And now we know why he's pushing so hard for the recall...

"Cullen wants to RUN for governor"
running again- lol
not my vote coward.