Matt Bevin (R-KY SEN CAND) First Campaign Ad Against McConnell!

[Spoa]

It is quite good for a candidate who just started. :)


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GjgbdVOZqyw

[Carlybee]

I would say Mitch better step up his game.

[ctiger2]

I would say Mitch better step up his game.

I disagree. I want Mitch, the narcissistic power hungry fascist to LOSE.

[Matt Collins]

wow, they are already at each others throats this early? amazing.

[ctiger2]

I'd love to see Ron endorse Blevin. Game on!

[AJ Antimony]

McConnell's response:

http://www.politico.com/story/2013/07/mitch-mcconnell-matt-bevin-senate-election-94661.html?ml=po_r

[AuH20]

McConnell was essentially the right hand of George W. Bush, aiding and abetting his nonsense. Mitch is effed, anyway you look at it.

[Sola_Fide]

This is awesome. Hopefully Bevin will start getting specifc soon.

[Brett85]

People are going to be mad when Rand starts appearing in ads for McConnell.

[Sola_Fide]

People are going to be mad when Rand starts appearing in ads for McConnell.

Many Kentuckians are already mad. If Rand was smart, he stay out of this one

[TheTyke]

Mr. Bevin's campaign rollout was very impressive. In addition to the ad, he already had signs, shirts, and buttons ready to go at his announcement. He also spoke well and handled press questions professionally. Contrast that to Rand's campaign, where we ended up with a state fair booth in 2009 and no campaign materials to distribute! So I'd say he's off to a good start. I think the ad needed a slightly different direction, but it's great that we're beginning an honest discussion of McConnell's record.

I still say Rand has a higher role.... strategically, the presidency would help us above all. Taking down senators and congressmen is a job for the grassroots!

It look like Matt's website is up and running. Is it just me, or does he sound a bit non-interventionist?? http://www.mattbevin.com

[T.hill]

This is beginning to look like a win-win for Rand, with his mutual partnership with Mitch McConell already established this will only make him even more dependent on Rand. Even if Mitch wins, his own national recognition coupled with this added leverage on McCon. will give him the ability to further advance his ideas and legislation until atleast the mid-term elections.

If Rand can keep his momentum until the end of 2014, Id bet hes the sole frontrunner by 2015. Either way if he loses, he gains a more dependable ally in the senate.

[Kotin]

he should be introducing himself a bit more instead of attacking at the outset..

[Carlybee]

I disagree. I want Mitch, the narcissistic power hungry fascist to LOSE.


Just an observation..I'm not endorsing McConnell.

[Sola_Fide]

....
Foreign Policy

America has the strongest military in the world and we must keep it that way. But we cannot be reckless in how and where we use that strength. As a veteran, Matt personally appreciates how important this is. Before voting to send our soldiers to war, Matt will be guided by two key questions: Is it in our national interest and is it in keeping with our constitutional principles? Matt will oppose all engagements that do not meet these two fundamental criteria. Anything less is unfair to the soldiers who put their lives on the line and unfair to the taxpayers that pay the bills.

Matt will also fight to reform our broken foreign aid system that sends billions of taxpayer dollars to entities or countries that support terrorism and don’t enhance our interests. Finally, Matt will fight against any foreign treaty, such as the New START and LOST treaties, that weaken our sovereignty and appease our enemies

[compromise]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=I1Pp4G-zkCg


https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=euVkDbQz144

Mitch is a master when it comes to ads.

If I were in KY, I'd support Bevin in the primary and then McConnell in the general. Both would be useful allies in different ways.

[Matt Collins]

he should be introducing himself a bit more instead of attacking at the outset..You always respond to an attack in the medium in which you were attacked.

[Sola_Fide]

he should be introducing himself a bit more instead of attacking at the outset..

He should be contrasting contrasting contrasting. That's what conservatives here want to see.

[QWDC]

Guy's platform looks almost like a copy-paste of Rand's own, so he'll probably have my vote. Unless he's loaded with cash I'm not not sure what kind of chance he has, though.

[clint4liberty]

We need to learn more about Matt Bevin candidacy, where he stands on the issues, and biography. If he is someone who can vote for in the Republican Primary and or donate whether or not you are in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

[Brian4Liberty]

Unless he's loaded with cash I'm not not sure what kind of chance he has, though.

You're in luck. I believe he will be able to self-finance if he has to.

[AJ Antimony]

No comments on the McConnell response ad?

[TheTyke]

Found a somewhat extended web ad:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdOM0ri_O-U

[compromise]

Matt Bevin is light years better than that anti-Semitic nut Gurley Martin that some people round here support.

[Sola_Fide]

Matt Bevin is light years better than that anti-Semitic nut Gurley Martin that some people round here support.

Gurley is a national treasure.

[TheTyke]

Gurley weighs in!


The Day That "Campaign for Liberty" Endorses -> Matt BEVIN; So Will Gurley L.......

But seriously, Gurley is a WWII vet who speaks his mind. I think we may not always get what he's saying. But he isn't accepting donations, and it definitely wasn't a campaign to win... Mr. Bevin brings resources, polish and a fighting chance.

[TheTyke]

Matt Bevin got approved to speak at Fancy Farm on August 3, and McC is robocalling supporters to attend. Looks like it will be a wild time. Ahhh, Kentucky is always the most exciting place to be in politics. Benton took the opportunity to get a statement in and support Gurley to speak.


"Our campaign calls on picnic organizers to invite additional Republican primary contender Gurley L. Martin to participate," Benton added. "We also call on the other three announced Democrats, Edward Marksberry, Bennie J. Smith, and Dr. Greg Leichty to be invited as well. We look forward to Fancy Farm, a wonderful Kentucky tradition." Source: WHAS11 (http://www.whas11.com/news/politics/After-Bevin-invited-to-Fancy-Farm-McConnell-says-all-candidates-should-be-216874431.html)

I think he's hoping to divide the anti-establishment vote, but I'm not sure it would work out like he thinks....

[Matt Collins]

Matt Bevin got approved to speak at Fancy Farm on August 3, and McC is robocalling supporters to attend. Looks like it will be a wild time. Ahhh, Kentucky is always the most exciting place to be in politics.Fancy Farm is always wild :D


This one is my favorite...


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iaG8zSdRoj4

[TheTyke]

Fancy Farm is always wild :D


This one is my favorite...


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iaG8zSdRoj4

The man knew how to give a speech alright... Rest in peace, Gatewood.

[clint4liberty]

The first seven or so events were epic. Matt Bevin needs to continually tour the state and also tour the Kentucky Republican Party meetings throughout the state.

[TheTyke]

The first seven or so events were epic. Matt Bevin needs to continually tour the state and also tour the Kentucky Republican Party meetings throughout the state.

Yeah, he stayed on local news for 3 solid days thanks to his announcement tour! And it was an infinitely more polished launch than Grimes. Really impressed by his strategy so far...