School ends this week and if your kids are anything like mine summer fever is already in full force.  Summer for folks like me means campaign season so I wanted to let you know a couple of things we’re working on.  First of all, we have “Vote For Buzz” bumper stickers.  If you’d like one, at no charge whatsoever, click here and give me your mailing address and I’ll get one in the mail to you.  The bumper stickers are available on a first come, first serve basis, and priority will be given to folks in district 102.

I’m working on an event with the Gwinnett Braves and hope to be able to announce something soon that will be a low cost family-friendly event.  Please stay tuned.

As you know, political campaigns need money. Consequently Rep. Valerie Clark and I will be having a Meet & Greet/Fundraiser on June 1st in Lawrenceville.  I’ll forward the details soon.

Next Tuesday I’m joining several of my colleagues for a fundraiser in Atlanta at Fado Irish Pub & Restaurant.  As always, I’d be honored to have your support with a donation of any size.  You can donate to my campaign online or via mail.  Details can be found at the bottom of this page.

As my first term in the Legislature comes to an end I want to express my gratitude to you and the other 53,000 residents of district 101 for trusting me to represent your interests at the Capitol.  It has been a tremendous honor. I am running for reelection (announcement here).  Due to last year’s reapportionment the district lines will change and the district number changes to 102.  Click here to see the map of the new district 102.

You can connect with me via Twitter and Facebook (personal or campaign page).  Even though the Legislature is not in session I am still available to help you as needed.  Please contact me at the phone number or email shown below if I can ever be of assistance.

Sincerely,

Buzz Brockway
Representative, Georgia State House District 102
504-B Coverdell Legislative Office Building
Atlanta, Georgia 30334
404-656-0188
buzz.brockway@house.ga.gov
www.vote4buzz.com

If you’d like a free bumper sticker to show your support for my campaign, please fill out the form below and we’ll get one in the mail to you right away.

Stickers are available on a first come, first serve basis and priority will be given to residents of district 102 (see map here). Thanks for your support.

If you know the enemy and know yourself you need not fear the results of a hundred battles. – Sun Tzu

Over the last few days I’ve been engaged in an online battle with some on the political left over the free-market Legislative group ALEC. I’m a member, as are over 2,000 Conservative Legislators all across America. The political left doesn’t like that and are attempting to pressure me into quitting. I’m not the kind of person who can be pressured by any special interest group, whether they are on the political right or the political left. I evaluate proposed legislation according to this 5 way test:

1) Less Government – Does the bill tend to reduce government regulations, size of government, or eliminate entitlements or unnecessary programs?

2) Lower Taxes – Does the bill promote individual responsibility in spending, or reduce taxes or fees?

3) Personal Responsibility – Does the bill encourage responsible behavior by individuals and families and encourage them to provide for their own health, safety, education, moral fortitude, or general welfare?

4) Individual Freedom – Does the bill increase opportunities for individuals or families to decide, without hindrance or coercion from government, how to conduct their own lives and make personal choices?

5) Stronger Families – Does the bill enhance the traditional American family and its power to rear children without excessive interference from the government?

I don’t mean to try to sound “heroic” because getting a few snarky Tweets or blog posts from some left-wingers isn’t going to cause me any sleepless nights. I do however, want to keep the readers of this website up to date with my political activities.

Here are the posts describing the ongoing online battle. Enjoy.

Peach Pundit: Left’s War On ALEC Comes To Georgia
Peach Pundit: “Building a Progressive Counterforce to ALEC”
Better Georgia: Rep. Buzz Brockway defends corporate-funded ALEC membership