Reader Responses

There is something new in American politics. Americans, sensing a loss of freedom and a lack of representation with the president, his administration and Congress, have joined to form organizations known as "tea parties," "We the People," and "9-12" groups. These groups are credited with delaying the Obama administration's take-over of the U.S. health care system.

Recently, I spoke to a large rally of combined grassroots organizations in Austin. The subject was nullification, a process by which a state legislature sends a message to Washington that the state will not comply with unconstitutional or Socialist mandates.

At the conclusion of the program an impromptu demonstration erupted for Debra Medina, a Republican candidate. I was concerned. The incident reminded me of the 2008 presidential campaign when candidate Barack Obama said, "We live in the best nation in the world, now help me change it."

By every measure, Texas is clearly recognized as the No. 1 state in the union. We are the envy of the remaining 49 states. Our budget is balanced, our taxes are low and our business climate is considered the best in the nation. I credit Gov. Rick Perry's fiscal leadership for today's Texas success story.

Many concerned citizens, who currently number among the members of the new grassroots organizations, complained that Obama did not have the background or experience to serve as president of the United States. Some of these same citizens are now prepared to turn over the trillion-dollar Texas economy to an inexperienced candidate, who has no legislative or executive background, to serve as the chief executive officer of this great state. While I admire her passion and believe she has future potential, now is not the time to discount Perry's strong leadership.

Leo Berman
State Representative, District 6

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