Ingraham Likes Ovide
Conservative radio host Laura Ingraham showered praise on atty Ovide Lamontagne (R) on her show Weds, giving the conservative more ammunition as he seeks to define himself as the right-wing alternative in the race.
Lamontagne "is the only true conservative in a very important race," Ingraham said, introducing her guest this morning. "I am very impressed so far in what I'm seeing about your views. We're interested in true conservatism."
Ingraham blasted GOP senators, naming Min. Leader Mitch McConnell and NRSC chair John Cornyn, for hosting a fundraiser for ex-AG Kelly Ayotte (R), the leading contender in the GOP field.
"New Hampshire folks are fiercely independent, they don't like being dictated to by Washington, and I think they're going to end up doing what's right for conservatism in the Republican Party because they've seen what's happened in Washington, DC," she said.
Meanwhile, Lamontagne has taken shots at Ayotte over a host of issues, including her refusal to say who she voted for in several GOV elections. Ayotte was initially appointed to her post by a GOP GOV, but Gov. John Lynch (D) subsequently reappointed her.
"It's one thing to say you're conservative, it's another to say you're acting on conservativism," Lamontagne said amidst a long critique of Ayotte. "That is what I think people are looking for now, Laura, they are looking for authentic conservatives. People they can count on, and when asked, you know, what senator she would be most like, she wouldn't say take, you know, she wouldn't anything. I would be more like a Jim DeMint."
Ayotte is in DC today at a fundraiser hosted by telecom PACs, the New Hampshire Union Leader reported late this morning.
I too am excited about Ovide. Not only is he a true conservative, but he'll bring common sense fiscal responsibility to Washington.
what is the race for? and if I see fit to contribute where can I send the check? i believe in conservatism and will help when i can but need more info
Ovide is running for the U.S. Senate. Senator Gregg, is not running for re-election. I read somewhere a couple months ago that this is one of the top 10 elections to watch in the country for 2010. If you are interested in learning more about Ovide, he has a website at http://ovide2010.com.
Kelly Ayotte more conservative than protrayed:
http://www.redhampshire.com/ayotte-called-pro-life-hero/
Hello, thanks for the great article, a really great beginning to the 2010, keep up the fantastic work, Rachel.