Gov. Deal Called Meeting To Discuss Former Senator's New GPB Job
Gov. Nathan Deal may have played a larger role in choosing former Woodstock State Senator Chip Rogers for a new position at Georgia Public Broadcasting.
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Friday, December 7, 2012
Thursday, December 6, 2012
Political Consultant Joins State House Race
Hickory Flat resident Brian Laurens will run for the State House District 21 seat.
The race to fill the Georgia House District 21 seat now has a second contender. Brian Laurens, a Hickory Flat resident, has declared his candidacy to run for the seat, which has been vacated by State Rep. Sean Jerguson (R-Holly Springs). Jerguson has decided to seek the Georgia Senate District 21 seat, which also became vacant earlier this week with the resignation of former Senator Chip Rogers. Laurens, who has an extensive background with the Georgia Republican Party for the better part of a decade, said he decided to run because "now is the time" for "true conservatives" to occupy every level of government. "Our nation and our state face serious challenges that are best met with the ideals of our founders, free people, free markets …
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Qualifying Set For State House, Senate Races
Qualifying for candidates will start on Monday.
Georgia Secretary of State Brian Kemp has scheduled qualifying for candidates to formally enter the state House District 21 and Senate District 21 races. Qualifying will begin Monday Dec. 10, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It will continue from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday Dec. 11 and from 8 a.m. to noon on Wednesday Dec. 12. Qualifying will take place at the Elections Division of the Office of Secretary of State, 802 West Tower, 2 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive Southeast in Atlanta. The fee to qualify for both seats is $400. Polls for the race will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday Jan. 8, 2013, and voters who wish to cast ballots in the special election must register by the close of business day on Tuesday Dec. 11. All persons who are not …
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Brandon Beach Enters State Senate Race
The Alpharetta resident will run for the same seat he sought during the July 31 primary
Ending nearly two days of speculation, Brandon Beach has announced his plans to run for the Senate District 21 seat. Beach on Wednesday evening formally made his intentions known to the public to run for the seat, which has been vacated by former Senator Chip Rogers after he abruptly resigned Tuesday afternoon. Beach, who said he's energized and ready to run for the seat, noted he wanted to thank Rogers for his service to the state. His announcement follows State Rep. Sean Jerguson's declaration of his candidacy to run for the same seat. A special election date has tentatively been set for Jan. 8, 2013. “The people of Cherokee County and north Fulton need effective representation under the Gold Dome," he added. "We need a senator who is…
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Monty Brewster
1:18 pm on Tuesday, January 1, 2013
Are you talking about the school board candidates that were financially supported by Chip Rogers and only care about CCA? Because those were the negative campaigners. How is "Chip supports gambling" negative? It's true and he even talked about it at his debates. more ›
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Holly Springs Resident Scot Turner To Run For House Seat
Turner, who challenged State Rep. Sean Jerguson in the July 31 Republican primary for the House District 21 seat, will seek the same seat in a January special election.
After losing his first bid to enter into state politics, Holly Springs resident Scot Turner is returning to the political scene. Turner, who challenged State Rep. Sean Jerguson (R-Holly Springs) in the July 31 Republican primary for the state House District 21 seat, has announced his plans to run for the same seat, which will be vacated by Jerguson as he will formally qualify to run for the Senate District 21 seat. Turner said he had "one of the greatest opportunities" during the primary race was the chance to "listen to the concerns and issues that are important to the people of Cherokee County." "I believe our message of restoring faith in government resonated with the voters,” he said. "I am now humbled and excited to have the …
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Monty Brewster
6:08 pm on Saturday, December 15, 2012
Turner should win this election without a runoff now that what I believed to be his toughest opponent has pulled his name. I can live with Turner as Rep. As I said earlier, he's a good guy, but doesn't seem to understand one of the biggest issues in our community... Education. You can't run it like a business AND be doing what's best for the kids. more ›
Sean Jerguson To Run For State Senate
The Holly Springs state representative will run for the seat vacated by former Senator Chip Rogers.
A Holly Springs Republican state legislator has tossed his hat into the ring to run for the Georgia Senate. Sean Jerguson confirmed to Patch early Wednesday afternoon that he will run for the Georgia Senate District 21 seat, which encompasses the eastern half of Cherokee County, Alpharetta and Milton. The seat is now vacant as former Sen. Chip Rogers of Woodstock abruptly resigned from the position on Tuesday. Jerguson said he's looked at the possibility very carefully and has prayed about it. “I think it was extremely important that someone from Cherokee County wins this seat and provide the conservative leadership that we need,” he said. Jerguson said he does not have to resign to announce he's running, but noted he has to resign from …
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Monty Brewster
7:58 am on Friday, December 21, 2012
Oh... and in case anyone is looking for the story behind Chip's abandonment of his elected Senate position: http://www.wsbtv.com/videos/news/gov-deal-involved-in-rogers-deal/vkm7p/ more ›
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Chip Rogers To Step Down From Senate
Rogers recently also decided not to seek re-election as senate majority leader.
One of the state's most prominent Republican politicians is slated to step down from the Georgia Senate. State Senator Chip Rogers (R-Woodstock) has announced his resignation from the Georgia Senate. The senator will formally step down on Wednesday from the position he's held since 2004. Rogers, 44, said in a statement he plans to accept a position with Georgia Public Broadcasting. "The opportunity to help lead Georgia Public Broadcasting is like a dream come true in many respects," he said. "The incredible team put together by Director (Teya) Ryan is among the best in broadcasting. I really look forward to joining their efforts." GPB is launching a new initiative in which it will "facilitate coverage of economic development and jobs in …
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Jimmy FiveFingers
6:28 pm on Saturday, December 8, 2012
Jon: So, "YOU don't believe...". According to Merriam-Webster, scumbag, as a synonym for despicable, is a perfectly “valid expression of opinion” for Chip Rogers. Definition of scumbag: slang : a dirty or “despicable” person "Scumbag." Merriam-Webster Online. Merriam-Webster, n.d. Web. 12 Oct. 2008. The Chip Rogers I formerly respected did not get involved in partisan politics and a wide variety … more ›
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Letter To The Editor: Agenda 21 "Threatens" American Government
Field Searcy has strong words against Agenda 21.
Editor's note: the following is a letter to the editor from Field Searcy, the man who gave the presentation on Agenda 21 in a meeting last month organized by Sen. Chip Rogers (R-Woodstock). When I read on Page 185 of the March 2011 Cobb County Comprehensive Plan that the county supports the advancement of sustainable development policies as defined by the United Nations Division of Sustainable Development, I could no longer ignore that the U.N. Agenda 21 (A21) policies were real and thriving in America. The U.N. policies are detailed in a 300-page document along with the Local Agenda 21 Planning Guide. Sold as protecting the environment, sustainable development policies are more far-reaching than our fields and streams. A21 outlines …
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Shell
8:19 am on Friday, December 7, 2012
@GuyBailey Agenda 21 is VERY REAL. It is not a conspiracy theory, and it IS being implemented in the US at the local levels where many officials don't know what it is. The "sustainability" and "smart growth" movements are how it is being sold. But, we CAN beat it if we root it out in our local communities. Check into your local governments and planning commissions ... city, county, and state. … more ›
Thursday, November 15, 2012
Chip Rogers Out As Majority Leader
Rogers withdrew his name for consideration and endorsed Sen. Ronnie Chance of Tyrone.
Senator Chip Rogers (R-Woodstock) has decided not to seek re-election to the post of majority leader in the Georgia Senate. Rogers, who has served as majority leader for four years, said in a emailed statement he decided not to seek re-election, noting the "toll of serving my caucus was taking too much from my family." "While I had no challengers for the position of Majority Leader, the decision was still clear to me," he said. "Leadership positions should never become permanent and I am very supportive of our new Majority Leader and my good friend, Senator (Ronnie) Chance.” Chance's election to the post of majority leader isn't the only news out of the Georgia Senate Republicans' election of new leaders. David Shafer of Duluthdefeated …
Phil McCall
5:54 pm on Monday, November 19, 2012
Terry T - My 'concern' is what is being reported by creditable news vs. people guessing. Senator Rogers stated he made his final decision on Thursday and called Senator Chance on Thursday afternoon - one full day ahead of the request to remove his name and the Galloway piece on Friday. There is no news report disputing Senator Rogers' version. The fact Senator Chance took only two minutes to … more ›
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Video of Sen. Chip Rogers' Agenda 21 Meeting Surfaces
State Senator Chip Rogers (R-Woodstock) held a meeting in October for lawmakers to hear an overview of the Agenda 21 initiative.
A video has surfaced of Senate Majority Leader Chip Rogers (R-Woodstock) hosting a presentation on Agenda 21. Better Georgia, a progressive nonprofit organization, has released a recording of a public meeting it says Rogers hosted in October with other state senate leaders. The video features a presentation by Field Searcy, who gives an overview of Agenda 21 to the lawmakers. Agenda 21, a United Nations comprehensive plan for sustainable development, has been coined by some conservatives as a plan by the government to overtake private property through zoning and detailed land-use ordinances passed by governing bodies. Along with Sen. Rogers, Cherokee County's newest senator, Republican Barry Loudermilk of Cassville was also in attendance. …
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Patricia
6:32 pm on Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Chip Rogers has resigned from the Georgia Legislature for a job at GPB...yes, I said GPB, as a liason between business and education. Isn't that a principle of Agenda 21...public/private enterprises?? Guess he took off his aluminum foil hat! more ›
Rob Miller
8:44 am on Friday, December 14, 2012
As Laurens stated- he is NOT a Paul supporter. The Ron Paul camp in Cherokee County conducted themselves with MUCH more decorum than this clown! more ›