Hal's Pals at the Daily Kos

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
September 7, 2023

CONTACT:

Rep. Joe Sweeney

Salem, NH - Representative Joe Sweeney, Founder of Granite Solutions, released the following statement calling out Hal Rafter for accepting the endorsement of Far-Left Socialist Media Organization Daily Kos:

“Hal Rafter's endorsement by the Daily Kos, a far-left pseudo media organization known for promoting extreme progressive policies and a socialist agenda, should be deeply concerning to all Granite Staters. The positions adopted by the Daily Kos, including socialized medicine and extensive government intervention in our economy, do not align with our state's values of limited government and individual freedom. In this upcoming special election, I know that Republican James Guzofski remains committed to focusing on fiscal responsibility, safeguarding our constitutional rights, and serving the best interests of the Northwood and Nottingham community. I encourage voters to consider these differences when making their choice at the polls on Tuesday, September 19th. The New Hampshire House already has far too many socialist wannabes serving in the chamber - we don’t need another.”

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BACKGROUND:

Daily Kos: A Platform with Far-Left Policies and a Socialist Agenda

The Daily Kos is a prominent online platform known for its advocacy of far-left policies and a socialist agenda. When consider the upcoming special election and the Daily Kos’ endorsement of Hal Rafter, it's valuable to understand some common critiques of Daily Kos and its positions:

1. Far-Left Progressivism: Daily Kos is a champion of extreme progressive policies, including socialized medicine and extensive government intervention in the economy. These policies would lead to economic inefficiency and a larger role for the government in people's lives.

2. Support for State Income Taxes: Daily Kos opinion pieces heap praise on state income taxes and claim that states that tax income and squander the wealth of their constituents are better off than states like New Hampshire where we have no income or sales tax and we will soon have no interest & dividends tax.

3. Emphasis on Socialism: Daily Kos often aligns with socialist principles, advocating for wealth redistribution and government ownership of key industries. The historical track record of socialism is abysmal and future attempts at socialism would lead to economic stagnation and a loss of individual freedoms. The platform's advocacy for increased government control and regulation of the economy is met with skepticism by those who believe in the benefits of free-market capitalism for economic growth and individual empowerment, and is an affront to those who share in our Live Free or Die mentality while diminishing our New Hampshire Advantage.

4. Climate Activism: Daily Kos's climate activism is known for its alarmist rhetoric and sweeping policy proposals, which are harmful to economic growth while ignoring the positive direction Free Market reforms are having on the environment. Their full-throated support of the “Green New Deal” is the latest socialist fad to destroy our economy and enrich big city liberals.

5. Gun Control: Daily Kos advocates for stricter gun control measures, which will infringe on the rights of law-abiding citizens and fail to address the root causes of gun violence. Second Amendment and Article 2a Advocates simply cannot trust candidates endorsed by the Daily Kos.

6. Immigration Policy: The platform's stance on immigration reform represents broad amnesty and lacks adequate border security measures and that will have implications for national security and the rule of law.

Paid for by Granite Solutions. Joe Sweeney, Chairman., www.GraniteSolutions.org

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