Ohio Tea Party Groups say "Well Being of Ohio Citizens Should Come First"

For Immediate Release

Contact:  Marianne Gasiecki
State Co-Coordinator (OH) - Tea Party Patriots
(419) 961-4439

July 17, 2014

American Citizens First Ohio Tea Party Groups say "Well Being of Ohio Citizens Should Come First"

Ohio - July 17, 2014 - Democrat and Republican Governors around the country are refusing to accept the social and financial burden created by this administration's open border philosophy. 

This is why, as Ohio State Coordinators for Tea Party Patriots, we gladly join in support of the over 30 Tea Party and Liberty groups from Ohio, in calling for Governor Kasich to stand strong and resist any attempts by the federal government to relocate the current influx of illegal immigrants, thereby creating a border crisis in Ohio. (Letter attached as PDF)

"Our education and healthcare systems, in all states, are already overburdened, and now taxpayers are being told they are to support the healthcare, education, care and feeding of illegal aliens, because our government refuses to put a stop to the migration, "stated Marianne Gasiecki, Founder of the Mansfield Tea Party and State Co-coordinator for Tea Party Patriots-Ohio. "Now they want to force their failure on the states. Perhaps President Obama should take a lesson from Prime Minister Netanyahu, and put the people of his own country before others."

"The constant claiming of the Democrats and President Obama that they support the middle class, the working poor, etc... rings hollow," said Ralph King, Founder of the Cleveland Tea Party Patriots and fellow State Co-coordinator. "With the Democrats and President Obama's refusal to take action by returning these illegal immigrants to their home countries, it is the same less fortunate American citizens they claim to support, that they will be hurting the most." 

"The failure of this Administration to do their job should not constitute an emergency on our part," continued King. "It is incumbent upon Governor Kasich to put the fiscal well being and social concerns of Ohio citizens first."

We call on all Ohio residents, who are against the relocation of illegal immigrants crossing our border into Ohio, to sign the citizens petition to Governor Kasich at http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/say-no-to-federal-relocation-of-illegal-immigrants. 

Tea Party Patriots stands for every American, and is home to millions who have come together to pursue the American Dream and to keep that Dream alive for their children and grandchildren.

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Updates on Protests in Ohio against amnesty, illegal immigration, and the border surge

Photo credit: mysanantonio.com and Breitbart Texas

From the Mansfield Tea Party, following up on Ohio Tea Party and conservative patriots' opposition to the border surge:

We are witnessing a well planned and systematic invasion of our country, and must be vocal and visible in our opposition.

This week, over 30 Ohio tea party and liberty groups signed a letter to Governor Kasich, insisting he remain strong against proposals to dump illegals in the state of Ohio click here to read the letter. Information regarding this letter was also sent to state and national media outlets.

Additionally, as State Co-coordinators for Tea Party Patriots in Ohio, Ralph King and I issued a press release stating our support of the above mentioned letter (click here to read our statement).  This press release was also sent to state and national media outlets.

In working with other Tea Party Patriot State Coordinators, it is our intent that these letters and press releases will be used across the country in clearly stating American citizens' opposition to the influx and dumping of illegal aliens.

What You Can Do

Sign the Petition to Governor Kasich

Ohio residents are encouraged to join us and sign our petition to Governor Kasich telling him to stand strong and resist federal relocation of illegal aliens to Ohio here.  

Following is some of the language used in the petition:

"This petition concerns the illegal immigration crisis happening on our southern border, in which a massive influx of immigrants is seeking unauthorized entry to the United States. In addition to our outrage over the deliberate role the federal government is taking in this effort that violates our immigration laws, there are serious concerns regarding the government's attempts to relocate illegal aliens in states across the U.S., including Ohio..."

Please feel free to forward this information to others who are in opposition of illegal immigration and amnesty for people who continue to break our laws.

Be Visible in Your Opposition

From our friends at Ohio Citizens for Sensible Immigration:

Americans to protest in Chardon and Cleveland

to coincide with

National Day Of Protesting

Against Immigration Reform,

Amnesty, and Border Surge

Chardon, OH

At the intersection of 

Cherry Avenue & Center Street (RT.44)

Friday, July 18th 11:00am-1:00pm

 Google map here 

Cleveland / Garfield Hts., OH

At the I-480 & Turney Road Overpass (on the Overpass)

Saturday, July 19, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Google map here

Americans want our immigration laws enforced and our borders secured!  Amnesty is unacceptable.  Please join us this Friday with appropriate signs and/or flags!

For more protests taking place in Ohio, go here.

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National Day of Protest Against Amnesty and the Border Surge

Announcement from one of our members and Ohio Citizens for Sensible Immigration:

 Americans to protest 

in Chardon and Garfield Hts.

to coincide with A

National Day Of Protesting

Against Immigration Reform,

Amnesty, and Border Surge

Chardon, Ohio

At the intersection of 

Cherry Avenue & Center Street (Route 44)

Friday, July 18th 11:00am - 1:00pm

 Google map here 

Cleveland / Garfield Hts., OH

At the I-480 & Turney Road Overpass (on the Overpass)

Saturday, July 19, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Google map here

Americans want our immigration laws enforced and our borders secured!  Amnesty is unacceptable.  Please join us this Friday or Saturday with appropriate signs and/or flags!

For more protests taking place in Ohio, go here.

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Ohio Tea Party & Conservative Groups Tell Governor Kasich – “Stand Strong against Federal Relocation of Illegal Immigrants”

From our friends at the Ohio Grassroots Rally Team.....

Ohio Grassroots Rally Team

Arzella Melnyk / Coordinator grassrootsohio@gmail.com

For Immediate Release

July 16, 2014

Contact: Arzella Melnyk (440)256-1446

Tea Party & Conservative Groups Across Ohio Tell Governor Kasich –

“Stand Strong against Federal Relocation of Illegal Immigrants”

Lake County, Ohio – As the failure to secure our southern border has allowed thousands of illegal aliens to cross into the United States and the federal government is attempting to relocate them in various states, Tea Party & Conservative groups across Ohio are unified in their voices to stop Ohio from being one of the dumping grounds.

“As this crisis continues, we must speak out against the forced relocation of these illegal aliens by the federal government, stated Arzella Melnyk, of The Ohio Grassroots Rally Team. “Together with over 30 Tea Party and Conservative groups from across Ohio, we are asking Governor John Kasich to stand strong and resist any federal relocation attempts of these illegal immigrants within the borders of our state.” (Letter attached as PDF)

With the Administration requesting close to $4 billion to relocate and house these illegal immigrants, driving our country even deeper into debt, there is a growing chorus of American citizens from across the political spectrum who are starting to speak out and wonder “what about us?”

Americans can no longer afford to bear the social or fiscal burden of illegal immigration, caused by the failure of this Administration to protect us from the ill effects of illegal immigration. Governors of several other states are taking a stand against the relocation of these individuals into their state; we want Governor Kasich to take a stand for residents of Ohio.

*** Ohio residents are encouraged to join us and sign our petition to Governor Kasich telling him to stand strong and resist federal relocation of illegal aliens to Ohio at http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/say-no-to-federal-relocation-of-illegal-immigrants

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Below is the letter being sent to Governor Kasich from Tea Party & Liberty groups from across Ohio.....

Ohio Grassroots Rally Team
Arzella Melnyk / Coordinator grassrootsohio@gmail.com

Governor John Kasich

Riffe Center, 30th Floor

77 South High Street

Columbus, OH 43215

RE: Illegal Immigrant Relocation / Ohio

Dear Governor Kasich,

This letter concerns the illegal immigration crisis happening on our southern border, in which a massive influx of immigrants is seeking unauthorized entry to the United States. In addition to our outrage over the deliberate role the federal government is taking in this effort that violates our immigration laws, there are serious concerns regarding the government’s attempts to relocate illegal aliens in states across the U.S., including Ohio.

With the federal government actively seeking locations across the country to accommodate this unprecedented overflow of illegal adult immigrants and unaccompanied minors, Ohio should not be allowed to be used as a dumping ground, nor should the residents of Ohio be forced to bear any part of the burden of the ongoing border crisis created by the current Administration in Washington D.C.

Besides the negative fiscal impact it will have on our state, it will create an even further strain on educational, health, safety, and other vital services provided by our state to Ohio residents. Illegal aliens are being admitted into the United States with contagions, and TSA has suspended photo i.d. requirements for illegals boarding commercial aircraft. Some of the illegals are criminals, belong to gangs, and have no legal relative in the United States. Ohioans should not be exposed to the health hazards and security risks posed by such aliens. 

Therefore, we the undersigned Tea Party & Liberty group coordinators from Ohio respectfully request that you exercise all Federal & State Constitutional power and authority afforded to you as Governor of this state, to vigorously resist any federal relocation attempts of these individuals within the borders of our state.

In closing, by standing strong against any federal relocation attempts, it will show by action, that you truly put legal Ohio residents first.

Regards,

Arzella Melnyk

Coordinator

Ohio Grassroots Rally Team

Marianne Gasiecki 

Founder

Mansfield Tea Party

State Co-Coordinator

Tea Party Patriots

Ralph King

Co-Founder

Cleveland Tea Party Patriots

State Co-Coordinator

Tea Party Patriots

Julie Aldrich

President 

OH Citizens for Sensible Immigration 

John Muzik

Vice President 

OH Citizens for Sensible Immigration 

Amy Brighton

Co-Founder

Medina Tea Party Patriots

Kay Clymer

President/Organizer

Zanesville Patriots

Bob Connors

Director

We the People Ohio Valley

Susan Holzapfel

Coordinator

Women for Liberty

Jeff Malek 

Founder 

Medina County Conservative Coalition 

Diana Price

Co-Coordinator

Cleveland Tea Party Patriots

Claudia Leonard 

Director 

Ohio Fire Coalition 

Judith O'Hare

Leader

Marion Voices of Liberty

Steve Salvi 

Founder 

Ohio Jobs & Justice PAC 

Nelson Hack

Coordinator

Morrow County Tea Party

John McAvoy 

Founder 

Toledo Tea Party 

Warren Edstrom

Coordinator

Knox County 9-12

Ann Becker 

President 

Cincinnati Tea Party 

Tom Zawitsowski

Executive Director

Portage County TEA Party

George Brunemann

Leader 

Southwest Cincinnati Tea Party

Richard Hohn & Gary Blakeman

Founding Members

Southwest Ohio Patriots

Mike Snead 

President 

Greene County TEA Party 

Ralph Kraus

Founder / Coordinator

Firelands Patriots of Erie County

Beth Cox 

Coordinator 

Preble County Liberty Group 

Jim & Jennifer Hiles

Co-Founders

Hocking Hills Tea Party Patriots

Gary Young

Founder 

North Ridgeville Tea Party Patriots 

Steve Berecek

Leader

Northeast Ohio Freedom Alliance

Barry Momyer 

Chairman 

Eastern Ohio Concerned Citizens 

Wendy Sizemore

Coordinator

Pickway 9/12 Tea Party Group

Jim Green 

President 

North Central Ohio Conservatives 

Kelly Kohls

Chairman

Warren County Tea Party

Ed & Judy Zell

Co-Founders 

Hocking Hills Tea Party Patriots 

Bonnie Oleksa

Founder

Mansfield North Central Tea Party

Chuck White

Organizer

Steubenville For Liberty

Julie Prince
President
Conservative Warriors

Cody Ragle
Coordinator
The Coalition

Chuck Laughlin
Executive Director
Lake County Liberty Coalition

Kirsten Hill
Chairman
Totally Engaged Americans

Dan Offineer
Board Member
Knox County Patriots

Denise Whalen
Board of Directors
Hocking Hills Tea Party Patriots

John David Matthews
Coordinator
Ashtabula Tea Party Patriots

Patriots to Congress: Vote NO on funding illegal aliens

Art credit: nonsensibleshoes.com

From Tea Party Patriots @ 4pm Tues.

Congress is about to vote on a bill to give Barack Obama nearly $4 billion to care for all the illegal aliens pouring across our southern border.

Please sign the emergency "No Funding for Illegal Aliens" petition right now. Congress could vote on this proposal at any time.

. . .

This massive spending bill will help Obama resettle these illegal immigrants in America. It will use YOUR tax money to pay for immigration lawyers for these trespassers. It will provide food, clothing, and transportation for thousands and thousands of illegals. This is an insane proposal that undermines American sovereignty and will ruin our economy.

Please sign your petition now, and ask everyone you know to do the same.

Barack Obama has no intention at all of ever sending these illegal immigrants back home. That's why he's lobbying hard for this $4 billion.

Liberal Republican Lindsey Graham is already campaigning to give Obama this money. He recently declared, "I think we need to go ahead and allocate the resources because this is not a good situation."

This measure will pass unless ordinary Americans fight back - NOW.

Traditionally conservative politicians are terrified of voting against this proposal. They don't want to seem mean by voting against "children."

That's why these petitions are so incredibly important. We have to overcome the liberal media, pro-illegal alien big businesses and the open-borders lobby.

. . .

Obama's plan is to use this giant slush fund to pay for immigration lawyers and to find local "sponsors" for all these illegals.

Many of these people have contagious diseases. Others are gang members. Still others are children whose parents sent them to America because of Obama's "DREAM Act" executive order.

This is a disaster. And giving Obama $4 billion to play with will certainly make it even worse!!

America's taxpayers can't afford to reward this bad behavior a moment longer. The only thing left to give these people is a one-way ticket back to their home countries.

That's what we need to tell Congress: Stand firm. Vote NO on this $4 billion slush fund. And send these illegals home.

. . . Obama truly believes he can run right over the Republicans in Congress. He believes he can shame them into giving him this money.

Ordinary Americans must take a stand against this insanity. NOW.

. . .

We must swamp Congress with petitions!

Thank you in advance for all your help.

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Mississippi: Tell RNC Chairman Reince Priebus to Censure Henry Barbour

With Ed Martin, Chairman of the Missouri Republican Party, and Senator Ted Cruz speaking out, pressure is continuing to build on the Republican National Committee (RNC) to look into the tactics used by the Cochran campaign in the MS Senate run-off race last month.

As more evidence shows that, Henry Barbour, nephew of former MS Governor Haley Barbour, hired high-priced democrat operatives to place robo-calls accusing McDaniel and the Tea Party of being racist and having ties to the Ku Klux Klan, Chairman Ed Martin has asked RNC Chairman Reince Priebus to appoint a task force to investigate Barbour's involvement.

And in exerting pressure from the grassroots end, Tea Party Patriots Citizens Fund is currently circulating a petition requesting that RNC Chairman Reince Priebus censure Henry Barbour for his alleged involvement and for violating Rule 11(b) of the Rules of the Republican National Committee.  

For a timeline and a review of the tactics used in Mississippi by Henry Barbour and the GOP please click here.

From Tea Party Patriots --

It’s starting to hit closer to home. A prominent member of the Republican National Committee (RNC) is now calling for an investigation into some of the ads that were used during the Mississippi Senate run-off race last month.

RNC member Ed Martin, who also happens to chair the Missouri Republican Party, sent a letter to RNC chairman Reince Priebus requesting that he appoint a special committee to investigate “if one of our own members helped finance ads or robocalls that tarred tea partiers as a group of racists…”

Earlier this week, Texas Senator Ted Cruz led the charge by calling for an investigation into possible fraud in Mississippi. “What happened in Mississippi was appalling,” said Cruz. “Primaries are always rough and tumble. But the conduct of the Washington D.C. machine in the Mississippi runoff was incredible disappointing.”

We agree with Martin and Cruz. The bedrock of democracy and a free society is the assurance of fair elections. It’s not entirely clear yet what went on during those last few weeks of campaigning in Mississippi. But what we do know is that there is enough evidence to indicate the election was anything but fair.

We believe the RNC should take accusations of misconduct seriously, for the sake of the conservative movement and more broadly, for the sake of democracy. No one is asking for the RNC to take sides or throw stones, but in a society that claims to value truth and honesty, any kind of election wrongdoing cannot go ignored. We applaud Martin and Cruz for speaking out already, and hope others will join them. Fair and free elections after all, are at stake.

Flying illegals home would be 99.5 percent cheaper than Obama’s plan

From Ernest Istook via Washington Times --

We taxpayers are expected to house, feed, clothe and care for almost 30,000 illegal aliens for a full year, according to the White House’s official request. That’s a small city.

Instead, we could fly all of them home for one-half of 1 percent of the $3.8 billion that President Obama proposes we spend. That’s a savings of 99.5 percent!

Most of his proposal is to pay living expenses. At the unofficial reported cost of $250 per person per day, President Barack Obama is proposing we spend $1.8 billion “to provide appropriate care for unaccompanied children.” That works out to 19,726 minors for a year. (The official term for them, written into federal statute, is “undocumented alien children.” Not undocumented immigrants, migrants or refugees. Those other terms are efforts at propaganda.)

In addition, Obama wants another $879 million “for detention and removal of apprehended undocumented adults traveling with children,” and “alternatives to detention programs” for these adults. He blends “removal” with “detention” to make it impossible to determine how many removals are planned.

If the money is all for detention, then the $250 per person reveals the plan is to house 9,632 adults for a year at taxpayers’ expense.

Combine 19,726 minors with 9,632 adults and you have 29,358 people. But it gets worse. The request is for a “supplemental appropriation.” In budget lingo, that typically means it’s for the current fiscal year, which ends Sept. 30. If these funds don’t cover a full year, either the cost per person is much higher or the number of people is much higher.

If the daily cost per person is less than $250, then the small city of illegal aliens we’re supporting will be larger than 29,358.

Although Obama asks for lots of money to take care of people permanently, he gives zero details about a timeframe for deporting or repatriating any of the persons involved.

The $250 a day figure compares with the $667 one-way cost of an airline ticket from McAllen, Texas, to Guatemala City, Guatemala, according to both Orbitz and Priceline. The combined airfare for 29,358 passengers would be $19.6 million. That is one-half of 1 percent of President Obama’s overall $3.8 billion request. Volume discounts and government rates would yield even lower fares. But even without discounts, sending everyone home right away saves taxpayers 99.5 percent!

It’s also closer to fly them from McAllen to Guatemala City than to Murietta, California. Only 1,297 miles compared to 1,549 miles. And no protesters.

But what about the red-tape processing that Obama says gets in ther way? We know the president skirts inconvenient laws when he wants to do so. And although there is some red tape for the minors, there is no federal law that requires officials to drag their feet on deporting the thousands of adults newly arrived from Central America. And no red tape on the accompanied minors. All of them can be placed on planes pronto, arriving home far more quickly than it took them to journey to Texas. And arriving there more quickly than flying to California.

Regarding the unaccompanied juveniles, officials such as Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson don’t seem to have read the law. Johnson told NBC’s “Meet the Press” that the top priority is “doing right by the children.” Actually, the law states the top priority is to repatriate those children to their country of origin.

Before the lanague of that controversial 2008 statute outlines the red-tape processing, it explicitly states the goal of that process, namely that “the Secretary of Homeland Security, in conjunction with the Secretary of State, the Attorney General, and the Secretary of Health and Human Services, shall develop policies and procedures to ensure that unaccompanied alien children in the United States are safely repatriated to their country of nationality or of last habitual residence.”

That bears repeating: The statute says the goal is that the unaccompanied alien children “are safely repatriated to their country of nationality or of last habitual residence.”

Interestingly, that law foresees a problem if minors are released in the U.S. to custody of fellow illegal aliens. The statute requires officials to make sure that a potential custodian is someone who is trained to recognize his “responsibility to attempt to ensure the child’s appearance at all immigration proceedings.” Obviously, that disqualifies anyone who himself is in the country illegally.

We don’t have to borrow and spend another $3.8 billion to fix the problems created by President Obama’s irresponsible promotion of amnesty. It’s far cheaper to follow the law and to send people home. That also is the best way to discourage other people from following in their footsteps. 

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