Traficant running as an independent

[itshappening]

He said on the Alex Jones show that he's running as an independent in Ohio in November but he lacks resources and funds and only has his name ID

Now I know he's not the perfect liberty candidate and leans liberal but it would be one in the eye for the establishment if he got re-elected to congress and I bet if he could get his message out, got help with online promotion and organization, with his name ID he could WIN as an independent and especially if the tea parties got behind him

what do you think? can anyone help Traficant in OHIO?

[Brett]

I remember his name fondly but cannot remember any specifics behind his story.

Off to wikipedia for a refresher.

[SevenEyedJeff]

Traficant a liberal? You must be joking.

[Brett]

Just read up, I like the guy!

[itshappening]

he is quite liberal, he believes in gov projects and programs, etc.. not as liberal as some of his former colleagues

[itshappening]

anyway he would be good in congress IMO

[Kludge]

Traficant´s out of his fucking mind. I only like him because he surprises me. Listen to his radio shows I have linked in my sig.

[paulitics]

I'm not sure about this guy's philosophy, but I'd rather him than about 97 % of the other democrats in there. He would be a good antiwar ally.

[revolutionisnow]

YouTube - James Traficant on Alex Jones Tv 1/5: AIPAC Runs America's Foreign Policy! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKrlTfMMncM)

[Libertytree]

Paul/Traficant 2012!

He's the only other one who gets it. Maybe Judge Nap but that's it.

[Peace&Freedom]

Review this etherzone editorial at the time of his conviction:

GOD BLESS JAMES TRAFICANT
POLITICAL PRISONER FOR PRESIDENT

By: April Shenandoah

[Traficant Update: Supporters of maverick James Traficant - currently held as a political prisoner - have filed with the Federal Elections Commission in hopes of campaigning for Traficant to run for president in 2004. Democratic Nationalists, are urging Congressman Traficant to formally declare his candidacy in the upcoming primaries. Campaign manager Marcus Belk stated, "Jim Traficant best represents what the average Democrat believes - putting 'America first.' In a time when almost every American believes that no politician will remain true to his beliefs when he comes under political pressure, Jim has never wavered. Jim says what he means and means what he says."]

The synopsis of James Traficant's imprisonment goes like this; when a senator, congressman or government employee, starts spouting the truth, you can bet it will only be a matter of time before he/she will be discredited or defamed. If you're anti-American you will be praised and promoted! If you're a God fearing patriot you will be slandered and silenced! Instead of the slogan, United We Stand - how about - Let's Railroad All Flag Wavin' Truth Seekin' Zealots. Representative James A. Traficant, Jr., who served the Youngstown, Ohio 17th Congressional District, since 1984, can attest to what I speak. He now occupies a cubicle containing a bunk-bed, desk and a locker, in the Allenwood Federal Prison in White Deer, PA.

Traficant alienated his fellow Democrats by backing Republican Speaker of the House Dennis Hastert. He lost his committee assignments because of it. Clinton set the ball in motion to nail him but it was King George's administration who did the crucifying. He was railroaded on charges of bribery and racketeering and accused of accepting cash and other things of value from businessman whom he helped, and having staffers work on his farm and boat. He was voted out of Congress by so-called friends - who should now be labeled "gutless backstabbers." Ironically, Gary Condit was the single vote for him.

After reading Traficant's speech, "The Bankruptcy of the United States" delivered on the floor of Congress in 1993, it was evident why THEY wanted to shut him up. He proclaimed, "The United States Federal government has been dissolved by the Emergency Banking Act, March 9, 1933, declared by President Roosevelt. The receivers of the United States bankruptcy are the International bankers, via the United Nations, the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund. All United States offices, officials and departments are now operating within a de facto status in name only under Emergency War powers. This new form of government is known as a Democracy (instead of a Republic), being an established Socialist/Communist order under a new governor for America."

Before you dismiss Traficant as a wild and crazy "conspiracy kind of guy", check out his track record and speeches (Google.com). In the August 14, 2001 issue of the Washington Weekly, it was reported that Traficant requested FBI files on Janet Reno. He alleged Corruption and Treason within the Justice Department. Research also shows that he has NEVER voted with the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). Is it any wonder he's toast!

Last year he vowed that he would run his re-election campaign from prison, running as an Independent. However, the Justice Department's Bureau of Prison's made it all but impossible by removing him from his home state of Ohio. The Constitution requires three qualifications for elected Representatives: age, citizenship and residency in the state. When I talked with his Youngstown office, they informed me that the House has restricted their actions and any contact with their former boss is off-limits.

As his trial drew to a close, Traficant accused U.S. District Judge Lesley Wells of tainting the jury and turning the Constitution in to "toilet paper." Tact is not his strong suite. His colorful outbursts certainly did not make points with the Judge - she sentenced him to eight years instead of the seven that were asked for. He said, "I will die in jail before I admit to something I didn't do. I had no intent to break any laws. There's one big word in this legal dictionary and it's called 'intent.'" I'm surprised I haven't seen this Traficant quote on a bumper sticker - "I love America, but I hate the government..."

[moostraks]

he is quite liberal, he believes in gov projects and programs, etc.. not as liberal as some of his former colleagues

The impression I get is he was for his constituents. so if that meant using his power to get money back to the Valley, he would. He is pro-life. (big plus for me!) And after his experiences, from the time to time I get to hear him here, he is not interested in the heavy hand of federal oversight for the priviledge of these programs.

I see him right of Kucinich and left of Paul.

I do not have much expendable resources but if there is a way to help, I will see what I can do. We need to infiltrate both parties at this point,imo. The Valley is a democrat stronghold, so Traficant is your best bet to pick off disgruntled D's who remember him with his achievements in years past for their party.

Difficult thing is in true form Ryan has projects 'promised' for the major cities in his district that he is getting publicity on and these just came to light. I think people might be afraid to bite the hand that feeds them as unemployment rivals Detroit here...

[Chester Copperpot]

If I lived in Ohio I would definitely vote for Trafficant.. I like his chutzpah.. He seems to tell it like it is.

[BuddyRey]

My liberty senses are tingling!

I sense a great running-mate for RP in 2012!

[The Patriot]

he is quite liberal, he believes in gov projects and programs, etc.. not as liberal as some of his former colleagues

He is opposed to the IRS and Federal Reserve, that is hardly liberal. He is not a liberal, he is more of a right wing populist. But he is definitely with us on most issues.

[TCE]

http://www.govtrack.us/congress/vote.xpd?vote=h2001-398

Ahem, please ignore his PATRIOT Act vote...

[moostraks]

http://www.govtrack.us/congress/vote.xpd?vote=h2001-398

Ahem, please ignore his PATRIOT Act vote...

THink that might have changed? Someone should ask him....:)

[Vessol]

Traficant is a modern day Huey Long.

[The Patriot]

Traficant is a modern day Huey Long.

America would have been better off had Huey Long beaten Roosevelt.

[catdd]

Trafficant is almost there. Better than most.

[Vessol]

America would have been better off had Huey Long beaten Roosevelt.

I agree. Even though I disagree with them both, Huey Long was by FAR the lesser evil.