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FCTP Straw Poll Results
The First Coast Tea Party hosted a free Straw Poll on July 19th for all 2014 Federal and State Candidates on the primary ballot for Clay, Duval and St. Johns Counties. This Straw Poll was open to the public and a media release was issued to encourage voters to attend. The Duval Supervisor of Elections, Mr. Jerry Holland, was the moderator of the event and provided oversight to the Tabulation Team for the ballot count.
Voters got acquainted with candidates by interactive dialog and by viewing candidate recorded statements. This Straw Poll broke new ground by interviewing judicial candidates where previously very few voters were familiar with these candidates. Citizens’ views on the Duval Library Straw Ballot were also included to educate voters.
An overwhelming number of attendees and candidates expressed their gratitude to the First Coast Tea Party for the opportunity to participate in this free event when so many similar events are both costly and without the benefit of the candidates recorded statements to rely on for those candidates unable to attend. Everyone enjoyed the complementary continental breakfast. The event was held in the Auditorium of the Jacksonville Salem Center.
Volunteers of the First Coast Tea Party offered candidates from all parties of the three counties the opportunity to record statements on their candidacy. Some candidates chose not to be interviewed. The full candidate interviews to educate voters on their views on specific issues will be made available by You Tube links on this website soon. The First Coast Tea Party expresses our appreciation to these volunteers for the many long hours expended in this huge accomplishment that provides valuable information to voters.
Straw ballots are intended to be an informal poll. Often, people only vote the races they are familiar with, although nothing restricts their complete participation.
The results of this Straw Poll are shown below:
Representatives in Congress
District 3
Jake Rush 36%
Ted Yoho 64%
District 4
Ander Crenshaw 13%
Ryman Shoaf 87%
District 5
Thuy Lowe 22%
Glo Smith 78%
State Senator
District 6
Derek Hankerson 86%
John Thrasher 14%
State Representatives
District 15
*Jay Fant 44% (*See note below)
Paul Renner 56%
District 16
Charles McBurney 53%
Chris Oliver 47%
Circuit Judges (Clay, Duval & Nassau)
4th Judicial Circuit, Group 27
Anthony Penoso 25%
Michael Sharrit 75%
7th Judicial Circuit (St. Johns, Flagler, Putnam & Volusia)
Group 18
Karen Foxman 60%
Steve Sands 40%
Group 20
Steve DeLaroche 23%
Adam Warren 30%
Kathy Weston 47%
Group 23
Kellie Killebrew 46%
Thomas Portuallo 54%
Duval County Library Straw Ballot
Yes 34%
No 66%
*NOTE: The FCTP was advised that the candidate recorded statements shown at this Straw Poll was not the intended recording. The selected recorded statements and full interview with questions on issues will be in the You Tube video for voters.
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Comment by Jim Burkiewicz on July 24, 2014 at 2:03am
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Adrian Wyllie is the only one running for Governor who is against common core!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kc7jA6vmTRM&feature=youtu.be
What is the difference between the BIG spending Republican Rick Scott and the BIG spending Republican Charlie Crist. NOTHING. Neither Scott nor Crist is worthy of my vote. When it's just you and God in that polling booth remember this: When you vote for the lesser of two evils, you are voting for evil. Adrian Wyllie is the best man in the race hands down. The only way to get real change is to vote for the best man in the race, not a bought and paid for corrupt politician!
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Comment by Joe R. on July 23, 2014 at 2:15am
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If your issue is common core then the choice in several races is clear,
GOVERNOR
Governor Rick Scott is getting bad advice from Jeb Bush (a paid common core supporter) but would sign a repeal bill if one is presented to him. He should stop with the name change narrative, it doesn’t suit him.
Charlie Crist actually signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Race to the Top application that forced common core on Florida, sight unseen. If elected Governor his signature on the MOU may obligate Florida to all the unfunded mandates embedded in the RTTT application. He was vocal about supporting common core this year, although he may flip as the truth about common core is exposed and the teachers force their union to oppose it.
STATE SENATOR DISTRICT 6
Derek Hankerson is opposed to common core on principle and understands the real threat of giving control of our schools, and our children to federally funded private, unaccountable crony corporations.John Thrasher supported common core in a letter sent out last year to all the Republican Executive Committees and to news papers. His voting record shows he supports common core.
Kathleen Trued & Greg Feldman Not enough information,
STATE REP HOUSE DISTRICT 17
Rep. Doc Renuart seems to believe that changing the name from common core to the Next Generation Florida Sunshine State Standards actually got Florida out of common core. He makes these claims despite the fact that he sits on the committee that approved the changes to the common core standards, so he should know how trivial those changes actually were.
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What about having a straw poll for Governor and include the best man in the Governors race Adrian Wyllie. Then again when is Adrian Wyllie going to be at the FCTP? http://wyllieforgovernor.com/
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Comment by Greg Rachal on July 22, 2014 at 9:49pm
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The straw poll is something I would like to see continue in the future as well, I was impressed with the organization of the poll and Ryman Shoaf presentation. I am a strong proponent of term limits and support maintaining the Republican platform in which seems to have been placed in the shadows.
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Comment by edgar a martin on July 22, 2014 at 8:16pm
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In case you missed it: Dist #4 (SC) is Trey Gowdy; Dist #4 (Va) is Randy Forbes...we could have a Tri-Fecta! I feel very good now about our sagging nation, with these guys taking hold. They all support FairTax, ardently (we don't need the IRS for any reason!) Also...remember that Florida passed the Memorial for HR-25 (FairTax) in both houses of the Legislature...we are looking for a similar result from Texas, Virginia & Ohio (and several other states, as well). FairTax is non-partisan...it is all about YOUR money! (You should keep it, spend it or invest it as YOU choose!)
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I am so glad that you got such high praise from the participants...I know a lot of effort went into this undertaking, and is certainly appreciated. Sorry I was unable to participate...I was one of the volunteers for the FairTax booth at Arts Market. Special congrats to Capt Ryman Shoaf... he impressed me greatly at his presentation in the previous week's FairTax monthly meeting. He has leadership qualities, is very knowledgeable about Constitution, Govt & FairTax...he is no-nonsense & a welcome addition to Dist #4. Please spread the word...we need his leadership!
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Glad to see a Straw Poll that reflects my opinions, because I have grave concerns about our future as a free country. Can't speak to all candidates, but Crenshaw needs to be retired, and I'm supporting Ryman Shoaf in District 4 and Chris Oliver for State Representative, District 16.
As Thomas Paine so appropriately said in 1776, 'These are the times that try men's souls', and they certainly are today! God Bless America!
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I am looking forward to the You Tube video.
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Comment by Jim Shields on July 22, 2014 at 2:49pm
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Oh how I hope this spells the end for Crenshaw and Thrasher
Jim
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THANKS DOES NOT CONVEY the appreciation our community has for all the volunteers and those aspiring office seekers. God bless each and everyone and God be patient with us --we are trying to fix this broken mess we have brought upon ourselves.
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