It’s Tuesday, November 2nd…Election Day!! As voters, you’ve been bombarded with messages from candidates who want to earn your vote. For those of you who will vote today, my message is simple. I hope I’ve earned your vote, but if I have not yet done so I urge you to call me today, on my cell, at 678-859-6632 to discuss any questions or concerns you may have.
I believe that a Representative is exactly that – one man elected to represent the views of the consituency. Thus, while my views are important to your understanding of how they align with your own; ultimately it is the views of the constituency that I will take to Atlanta. I believe that life is sacred, and I welcome the endorsement of GA Right to Life. I believe that Georgia needs a Fair Tax plan that provides individuals and businesses with the repeal of the State Income Tax. I believe that Obamacare is being illegal forced upon the people, and if elected I would act to fight the imposition of Nationalized Healthcare here in Georgia. I believe that two of the most pressing needs of our communities are job creation and education – both issues I worked tirelessly on as the Chairman of the Henry County Chamber of Commerce.
If granted the opportunity to become the State Representative of the 110th District I will work hard to be accessible, attentive, conscientious, and honest. I will take your investment of trust seriously and will work hard to make you proud. Thank you for continued support and encouragement throughout the campaign. We’re looking foward to wrapping up with a victory today. I truly could not have made it this far without the support, encouragement and friendship of so many – to whom I’m forever grateful. Thank you all.
It’s been a busy couple months since the primary and the campaign team has continued to work hard to ensure that Tuesday will end in celebration of a job well done. I am extraordinarily grateful to so many people who have given of their time, talent, resources, and enthusiasm on behalf of my campaign to represent the citizens of the 110th District.
Voter turnout locally has been high for early voting. On Tuesday it is our hope that turnout will continue to exceed expectations, as informed voters head to the polls ready to make their voices heard. It is my sincere hope that those who will be voting in the 110th District feel confident that they can rely on me to be the Representative they can trust at the State House.
In the run-up to Tuesday I have taken the time to speak to and communciate with voters personally, at forums, at Meet and Greets, and at campaign events. Those I have not had the opportunity to reach, or who have questions or concerns to address with me may feel free to contact me on my cell phone at 678-859-6632. I welcome your call, and promise to return any inquiries promptly if you don’t reach me directly.
You have the opportunity to throw things at me… or Rick, or David Curry among others and support Hands of Hope Clinic in the process at the Henry County Fair this Friday evening. The Hands of Hope dunkees start shifts at 6:00 (that’s me!!) and continue through 9:00 or so that evening. Please take the opportunity to come enjoy the Fair, support the Kiwanis Club and enjoy the festivities targeted to support of some of your favorite charities as well. For more details, visit the Fair information page at: https://www.kiwanisone.org/Files/Clubs/Georgia/4343/Documents/Fair%20Flyer%202009.pdf
There are so many people to thank and congratulate with regard to this run-off victory that I hardly know where to start. Let me begin by thanking everyone who worked toward this victory, who believed in me and in this campaign, and who voted on Tuesday. Please allow me to next say that this is just one step toward November. I appreciate all who have commented upon the victory with “Representative Welch” and foward-looking statements, but just to be clear, there is still a general election yet to come. We’ll take a little breath and then begin working toward that goal.
This has been a hard fought victory for all of those involved. I am enormously grateful to a lot of people, and I remain accountable to every person in this District. Please continue the dialogue with me regarding your ambitions for this District and the issues that confront it. Please continue to engage me regarding your ideas and concerns. Please know that the role of this position is to represent the people – all of them, and in order to do that I must hear from you.
I have made my phone number available to all in this campaign and that number will remain available to you. I have enjoyed the many conversations I have had, even those with persons who required a little persuading to believe in me or my platform. I have said throughout that there is no “perfect” candidate for everyone. There will be issues that some portion of the District voters feel strongly about on both sides of the debate; however, that dialogue is necessary in order to be truly representative.
In the coming weeks we will establish a specific e-mail address and format by which all members of the 110th District may contact me personally to discuss issues. We will also explore formats by which we may have open forums and discussions within your communities to address issues of concern to voters. Please keep in touch to learn more about these opportunities.
Again, I am humbled by and thankful to all who participated in this election cycle on every level and I look forward to hearing from you.
Andy
My sincerest thanks and admiration go out to all those who voted yesterday in the Republican Primary. I am so appreciative of the the continued support from our volunteers, friends, families, and the voters of the 110th District. This campaign stands on issues and plans for implementation of platform items: repeal of the state income tax in favor of a consumption tax; repeal of Obamacare; job creation; enforcment of Georgia’s immigration laws, and Career Pathways for our high school students. These issues are important to the voters of the 110th and they are important to me and the volunteers who work to support this campaign. We have three weeks to the run-off and we will push hard to inform the voters and bring them back out to vote. Thank you for your kind words, calls, and continued support into the run-off. If you have not done so already, I welcome you to view the forum below to become familiar with my platform, experience and stance on the issues as well. As always, if you or your friends or family would like to contact me personally to speak, I welcome you to do so at 678-859-6632 or info@andywelchforhouse.com.
In 2006, Georgia passed the toughest illegal immigration law in the United States. We need to enforce that law, but as that costs money and we are in a budget crisis we need meaningful tax reform to generate the income to do so. My proposed plan for a sales tax to replace the state income tax will allow Georgia to capture tax revenue from illegal immigrants who buy goods in Georgia and don’t pay state income taxes – that means a new source of revenue for Georgia. Additionally, Georgia should consider a tax on wire transfers to foreign destinations in order to capture money leaving our state, money that is often leaving without having been taxed due to evasion of income taxes. Illegal immigration is an important issue in our communities; we have legislation in place to address it. We need to create revenue streams dedicated to enforcement of that legislation. My plan puts the burden of that cost directly upon those who are the source of the problem. My plan is conservative, and it is right for Georgia. With your vote, I can get to work implementing that plan. VOTE WELCH on July 20th in the Republican Primary. Vote to end the free ride for illegal immigrants.
It was a wonderfully busy weekend for the campaign, and so much fun!! The team visited Locust Grove in the morning, Newton County Saturday afternoon, and Lake Jackson Saturday evening. Sunday afternoon we were right back at it, visiting Jackson’s 4th Celebration, speaking on WJGA, and sharing our story with folks at the McDonough Ice Cream Social on the Square. We’ve been busy, but the response has been wonderful. We’ve even recruited another volunteer from the Jackson event. The power of a positive message with real answers to HOW I intend to work in the legislature is resonating, and we’ll keep spreading that word. Thanks to everyone for their continued prayers, support and encouragement!
The Henry County Chamber of Commerce Candidate Forum will take place tomorrow between 12 and 2 at the Henry County Government Complex Building. Come meet the candidates vying to represent you in the 110th district. If you can’t make it don’t worry – the forum will be re-broadcast several times over the coming weeks on Channel 14. This weekend seek me out at the Nash Farms 4th of July celebration on the 3rd and 4th starting at 3:00 or the City of McDonough Ice Cream Social on the 4th at 7:00 on the Square. If you are in Newton County, look for our campaign team team at the Concert on the Square on the 3rd. I hope we’ll see some Butts County folks at these events as well.
Please Join Us to learn more about Andy’s plan of service to address the issues confronting the 110th District.
- Butts County Board of Commissioners Meeting @ Butts County Administration Building. TONIGHT, June 17. 7:00 p.m.
- Partners for Sustainable Growth Forum @ Rufus Adams Auditorium - Jackson. Saturday, June 19th. 6:15 p.m.
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