To Good to be True

To Good to be True

A situation of "we knew it could not be good for us, but..." the FDA is reviewing the impact of supercharged energy drinks to us and our health.  I am not a fan of telling you what you can and cannot do as an adult, but it is nice to be able to make knowledgeable decisions for ourselves.  There are too many children treating these drinks like it is a thirst quencher.  Just like loud music, these drinks could have serious implications on a developing body as our children mature.

Please stay aware and as an adult you are free to do as you wish if it does not injure another, however for our youth lets educate them about the dangers of items such as these "energy drinks."

Very Truly,
Tom Winslow

FDA to commission outside review on energy drinks.

The New York Times (11/28, B7, Meier, Subscription Publication, 1.68M) reports that the Food and Drug Administration released a letter Tuesday, saying it would likely "seek advice from outside experts to help determine whether energy drinks posed particular risks to teenagers or people with underlying health problems." Although the agency has previously said it was "investigating possible risks posed by popular products like 5-Hour Energy, Monster Energy and Red Bull," FDA spokesperson Shelly Burgess "said the new letter was the first time that the FDA had said it might turn to outside experts." The letter, which was sent to Democratic Sens. Richard J. Durbin (IL) and Richard Blumenthal (CT), "follows disclosures that the agency received reports of 18 deaths and over 150 injuries that mentioned the possible involvement of energy drinks."

        The AP (11/28) adds that the letter, which was sent on Nov. 21, "said that the FDA was studying energy drinks to see if they posed a risk when consumed by 'vulnerable groups' such as young people, or in excess - but it did not indicate that any immediate action would be taken against the drinks makers." In the letter, the FDA also "said there is no scientific literature that calls into question the safety of taurine and guarana, two ingredients often used in energy drinks." Sens. Durbin and Blumenthal had asked the agency to "look further into the health impact of energy drinks."

        According to CQ (11/28, Lorber, Lesniewski, Subscription Publication), the FDA's letter "took some pressure to elicit." Sens. Durbin and Blumenthal "sent four letters to the agency" regarding energy drinks. A "Durbin aide said the senators found the original response insufficient." The Financial Times (11/28, Rappeport, Subscription Publication, 448K) also covers the story.

        Senators urge agency to act now. The Wall Street Journal (11/28, Esterl, Subscription Publication, 2.29M) reports Sens. Durbin and Blumenthal responded to the FDA letter in a joint statement released Tuesday. Quoting from the statement, the Journal noted that the senators lauded the FDA for undertaking a review on the potential impact of energy drinks on the health of children and adolescents, but emphasized that "more needs to be done and quickly."

        Bloomberg News (11/27, Edney, 1M) adds that in their statement, Durbin and Blumenthal said the FDA "can and should take action now to regulate energy drinks that are marketed as beverages."

        Separately, Bloomberg News (11/27, Stanford, Edney, 1M) notes that Goldman Sachs analyst Judy Hong issued a client note Tuesday, noting that the FDA's responses to the senators "questions over the safety" of energy drinks was "encouraging" and predicting that any "regulatory outcome" from the pending review is "likely to be 'benign.'"

Ladies and Gentlemen,

In this Winter Season many of you may have planned to park the mower in the garage for the upcoming months, however if you have a Toro Mower I encourage you to take it out and make sure that it is not a part of this recall.  According to Toro, the mower may pose a fire risk which could have serious implications for the mower operator.  Please take the time to review your mower and share with anyone that may have a Toro. 


When making your Christmas purchases you can check to make sure there are not any unknown dangers at the WWW.CPSC.GOV website.  It is your right to purchase whatever gifts you may have on your list, but be informed before you expose yourself or someone you love to an unknown danger.

Merry Christmas, Tom Winslow

Toro Riding Mowers Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

 

WASHINGTON, Nov. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Consumers should stop using this product, which is being recalled voluntarily, unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20030904/USCSCLOGO)

Recall Summary

Name of product: Toro® Z Master® Riding Mowers
Hazard: The traction drive belt can wear through the mower's fuel tank and cause fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled mowers immediately and contact a Toro dealer to schedule a free repair and/or to check if the repair has already been made to the mower. Toro has contacted registered owners of the recalled mowers.
Consumer Contact:  Toro; toll-free at (855) 493-0090, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.toro.com and click on Product Recall Information on the bottom right-hand side of the page for more information.
Photos are available at http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml13/13048.html?tab=recalls.

Recall Details

Units: About 2,600 in the U.S. and 31 in CanadaDescription: This recall involves 2012 Toro Z Master Commercial 2000 Series ZRT riding mowers. The mowers are red and black. "Toro" and "2000 Series" are printed on the side and "Z Master Commercial" on the front of the mowers. The model and serial numbers are on a metal plate located at the front of the mower, below the seat, on the left-hand side. The following models and corresponding serial numbers are included in this recall: model number 74141 with serial numbers ranging from 312000101 to 312000784; model number 74143 with serial numbers ranging from 312000101 to 312000887; and model number 74145 with serial numbers ranging from 312000101 to 312001178.   
Incidents/Injuries: Toro has received five reports of incidents. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Toro dealers nationwide from January 2012 through August 2012 for between $7,700 and $8,700.
Manufacturer: The Toro Co., of Bloomington, Minn.
Manufactured in: United States

Note: Health Canada's press release is available at http://cpsr-rspc.hc-sc.gc.ca/PR-RP/recall-retrait-eng.jsp?re_id=1727.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to this product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about your experience with the product on SaferProducts.gov.

Media Contact Please use the phone numbers below for all media requests. Phone: (301) 504-7908
Spanish: (301) 504-7800

CPSC Consumer Information Hotline Use this toll-free number if you have questions about a recall: 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054)
Times: 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. ET; Messages can be left anytime
Hotline can be used to get product safety and other agency information and to report unsafe  products.
SOURCE U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

District 103 results

We came up short last night, but we respect the choice the residents of District 103 have made.  We will pray that things change and we see progress through principled actions and morally guided decisions.  Let's unite to create a great Georgetown; to get the port dredged, roads completed, and new jobs created.

I will continue to be here for the people of 103 and Georgetown should there be anything I can do for you.  Please let me know.  All of my information is on the www.winwithwinslow.com webpage.

God Bless, Tom


  

Please vote for Tom Winslow today!

Please vote for Tom Winslow today! 

Remember you have to check my name under my race (straight party won't work!). 

Please call 10 of your friends and tell them to check Tom Winslow under HOUSE SEAT 103 and then have them call 10 of their friends! 

This is a tough race and we need all the votes we can get!

Check Tom Winslow November 6

The time is finally upon us as we move to the polls casting our selection for who we believe will serve us according to our morals, the principles of our founding fathers, and the Word of God.  The right to vote is one of the most sacred privileges we have, along with the right to bear arms, free speech, jury trials, and the right to pursue happiness.  I encourage each of you to vote, have your families vote, and have your friends vote.  This is your chance to pick your employee, the person who will speak for you over the next few years.  Please reach out to 10 people over the next 2 days and ask them to check Tom Winslow on the ballot.  Then have them call 10 of their friends to do the same and on and on.

Take the time to learn about those people you want to hire; just like you would with an employee in your business.  If the current employee is not working, make a change.  In District 103 we do not need to wait another 8 years for the port to get dredged, roads to get widened, businesses to arrive, and new jobs to appear.  The time is now – please consider voting for me in 103.

As a petition candidate, I fought to get back on the ballot and I will fight for you.  Please, go to the SC House District 103 race and check my name.



If you think it is time to have a Representative of your interest in office the time is now.  Don’t delay, vote right away.

Win With Winslow!

Thank you, Tom Winslow

Endorsement of Tom Winslow, SC House District 103

Endorsement of Tom Winslow, SC House District 103

It is with great pleasure that I announce the many endorsements we have received in our run for South Carolina House Seat 103. Recently, Senator Jim DeMint visited Georgetown County and threw his full support behind Tom Winslow. Sen. DeMint stated that "Tom has true Conservative morals and I fully support him for SC House Seat 103."


He joins the long list of respected political and community figures who have pledged their support of Tom Winslow in House Seat 103. Some of those figures include Governor Nikki Haley, 7th Congressional  Candidate Tom Rice, County Councilman Ron Charlton, City Councilman Paige Sawyer, the past Lt. Governor Andre Bauer, Jim Jerow, Ted Quantz, State House seat 108 candidate Stephan Goldfinch, Roland Lambert, RL Port, past Congressional Candidate Jim Madder, past Congressional Candidate Jay Jordan, SC State Representative Alan Clements, and many local business owners including Tim Tilley, owner of EnviroSep and chairman of the Georgetown County Economic Development Alliance and the Alliance's Port Dredging Task Force.

Tim Tilley previously stated "that Georgetown County's House Delegation is one of the weakest House delegations in the entire state and that we must elect someone who is willing to work hard for the people of Georgetown and District 103."

Jim Madder added to the endorsement of Tim Tilley saying, "so many times in the past we have had to settle for voting against someone, instead of voting for someone. This year is different. This year the voters have a chance to vote for Tom Winslow, who not only talks the talk, but also walks the walk. Tom Winslow is the candidate to vote for this November 6th."

These comments could not be truer according to business owner, past Congressional Candidate, and Christian Jay Jordan. "I have known Tom for many years; he is a man of integrity, a Christian at heart, and an advocate for the people he represents every day. He has the tools to bring to Georgetown and the people of 103 the jobs and infrastructure they need."

The endorsements do not stop coming in, nor does the support from voters who say they have or will check his name November 6, 2012.

Thank you for your continued support.

                                     

Candidate for House Seat 103

Campaign 2012 Contributions

Ladies and Gentlemen,

Last week each candidate was required to submit their campaign finances to the South Carolina Ethics Commission which is made public.  This is a great source of information for all voters to learn about whether their candidate is receiving the support of the community.  I am proud to announce that we reached our fundraising goal of $10,000 in the race with 63 individual contributions from people that care about this community.  That is 78% of all contributions came from within Georgetown County from people and businesses that say it is time for a change.

We intentionally did not reach out to any PAC’s or other special interest groups; however we did receive one unsolicited contribution from The Palmetto Patriot Leadership Committee which is led by State Representative Alan Clemmons.

In contrast, we put all of Carl Anderson's 2012 election cycle contributions in a spreadsheet for analysis and found a few things that you might want to take a look at:

Out of the $25,639 Anderson raised for the cycle, only $1,150 or 4.5 percent came from within Georgetown County. Those contributions are highlighted in green below.

Only $800 or 3 percent of the total raised came from within District 103: E-Z Car Rental ($500), Charles Smith ($100), and John Hilliard ($200).

So in the last two years in office, Anderson was only able to attract three campaign contributions totaling just $800 from the people that know him the best, his constituents.  The lack of support Mr. Anderson is receiving is staggering.

 

Mr. Anderson is beholden to special interests groups, not his constituents. Out of state corporations, pay day lenders, unions, and special interest PACs represent nearly all of the contributions to his campaign.  It is no wonder Mr. Anderson has been nearly invisible this election year.

Just for example, Mr. Anderson took $1,500 in contributions from the SC Health Care PAC, $500 more than allowed by law for the election cycle based on the fact that he had no primary and just a general election. Those contributions are highlighted in yellow above.

Just like the use of the state plane, I must once again call on Mr. Anderson to return the money for the illegal contribution.  We must elect a Representative that supports our morals, principles, and abides by the same fiscal responsibility we all must on a day to day basis.  That is why I urge you to check the name Tom Winslow for District 103.

Return The Money

Tom Winslow for S.C. House Seat 103

Return the Money

Tom Winslow calls on Carl Anderson to return the taxpayer’s money for his improper use of an Airplane to fly from Columbia to Georgetown.

GEORGETOWN – House Seat 103 Candidate Tom Winslow called on Carl Anderson to return to the tax payers $935 he spent on using the state plane on a flight from Columbia, SC to Georgetown, SC for the groundbreaking of his place of business, St. Stephens Church on March 14, 2012.

“It’s troubling that Carl Anderson would knowingly take the taxpayer’s hard earned money and even after it is reported refuse to return that money.  With better planning and financial responsibility Carl could have simply made the 3 hour drive like most of us do.” Tom Winslow said.

“It’s ironic that a few days after this practice, Carl Anderson would be seen at an event with Nikki Haley who just had to return close to $10,000 in tax payer funds for the improper use of the state plane.  As a Representative of the people, I call on Carl to immediately return the funds to the taxpayers and I promise to always value every hard earned dollar that the people I represent have to pay in taxes.“ 

Tom Winslow faces Incumbent Carl Anderson on the November 6th election for SC House of Representatives District 103.

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This message was sent by: Winslow For House Seat 103, 2510 Withers Street, Georgetown, SC 29440.

Mid Oct. events

We quickly approach November 6, 2012 and with your support we will make it a great day.  While we talk about support, I want to thank my wife who has always supported me.  Yesterday was our anniversary and we were able to take a moment to share the weekend.   No matter how busy we are it is important for us to always remember our family and God.

Tonight, Oct. 15th in Georgetown County at the Tara Theatre in Litchfield at 5:30 Senator Jim DeMint will be speaking about America in 2012.  This is a great opportunity to come out and hear firsthand about Washington DC and our government.  Come meet your candidates and learn about them.  Your vote is the most important thing you can do November 6, please let us earn it.

This Thursday, Oct. 18th from 2-3pm there is voter watcher training at the voting office in Georgetown.  This is an important function for all the candidates and if you are interested and available on Nov. 6 please goes to this training.

Thank you for all of your help and everything you are doing for us.  Should anyone need a yard sign, bumper sticker, or to help with phone calls please let us know.

Thank you for your support,

                                     

A weekend of wins!

What a fantastic weekend in Georgetown, SC. On Saturday Night, my dancing partner Holly (Student dancer at the Studio of Dance) and I won the Georgetown Dancing with the Stars Championship with a crazy hip hop routine created by Wendy Carraway. As many of you know, Lauren and I like to exercise so we would go and rehearse this dance like crazy almost every day for a month instead of going for a run. Well, Saturday morning we had rehearsals where we practiced one last time, however it did not go as planned. I nailed my toe on a mat and broke my toe.  My toe was not in good shape, but at least I did not break a leg, so the show went on and we won.

While this was happening the Gamecocks took care of business and my commercial aired during the broadcast. It is a great commercial and simply asks what has our current representative done for us? The roads – not done. The Port – not dredged. Jobs – gone. Why do we not demand more from our employees? Elected officials are our employees, so demand more.  Please watch for my commercial during all Clemson and Carolina games until the election.

On Sunday we went out and covered the city with campaign signs and really found out how much support we had. Thank you to everyone that is supporting us and should you want a sign, sticker, flyers, etc. Please let me know.

Then to cap off the night we won the Georgetown Times Poll question of who will win the race for S.C. House Seat 103 on Nov. 6. It is close and that is what we are expecting. Remember to vote  November 6 and to check my name under my race.  Vote for those that will make a difference you believe in.





Thank you for your continued support.

                                     

                       Candidate for SC House Seat 103

Georgetown Times Poll

Friends and Family,

We are having a great week in District 103. There are so many events to go to, people to see, and actions to take. We had a fantastic Patriots Club meeting Monday night in which many great ideas were shared that could really help District 103. We must continue to push forward and effectuate change for Georgetown County. There is no excuse for failing to push for the port to be dredged, having the roads completed, and bringing in new businesses. We must fight to make a difference for the nearly 10% that are out of work in our community.

Our fundraising goal is within reach and the campaign is pushing ahead with our plan for success. Any future contributions may very well push us over the top. Soon we have done everything we possibly could to lead me into the 103 House Seat so I can serve you.  If anyone out there would like material, yard signs, or to  volunteer, please let us know.

Currently, on www.gtowntimes.com , there is a poll asking who will win the SC House Seat 103 race. Please go to the website and vote for me, Tom Winslow. We are winning by 8 votes right now, so like on Nov. 6, your vote really does count.

Thank you for your support, your help, and your vote.

Tom Winslow

Great Support

Dear Friends and Family,

Lauren and I are overwhelmed by the support you have shown us during this campaign.  Your outpouring of support and contributions has our Columbus Day fundraising goals within reach.  Each day we draw closer and closer to the pinnacle of success – that is due to you.  I thank you and will work as hard as you do to make this Country, State, and County what it is designed to be.

If you should still want to contribute, all you have to do is send what you feel is right to Tom Winslow – Candidate for House Seat 103, 2510 Withers Street, Georgetown, SC 29440.  It is truly that easy.   For those of you who have already contributed, much of those contributions have gone to the 150 + yard signs that you are seeing around district 103.  If you would like a yard sign for your home in District 103 please just email me at Tom@winwithwinslow.com and I will bring you one.  We also have flyers, stickers, bumper stickers, koozies, and so much more.  If there is anything you want or anything you want to pass around, please just email me and ask for it.

We are now moving into the next planned phase of the campaign.  It is said that it takes a voter eight views to know whom they will vote for.  We hope to give them much more than that as we are planning for some mailings shortly.  One of the best things you can do for any candidate is simply talk to your family and friends about the candidates you support.  Give them information and if you want send me their name and phone number.  I am happy to call them myself.

A great supporter of mine went to the local Food Lion and placed fliers on people’s windshields.  Another friend and supporter is helping me spread the word by going door to door.  Many other people have hosted or will be hosting events in their community.  It is not too late and if you have an idea, I want to hear about it.  After all, I am here to serve you.

Now let me give back to you.  Tomorrow at 11:30-12:30, Tom Rice and I will take a break from our Georgetown Industry Tour to be the guest of Tim Tilley at Envirosep. (125 Aviation Blvd., Georgetown., SC, intersection of Aviation Blvd. and Hwy 17 South.)  Lunch will be provided and all are invited to come out.  Come and see this incredible Georgetown Business, meet the candidates, and have a great lunch.

I hope to see y’all there,

Tom

Ladies and Gentlemen,

As many of you probably realized, I had taken a little break from writing this blog while collecting
petition signatures.  I have received word that I am on the ballot and moving forward full steam ahead. Many exciting events are coming up.

I sit in the home my wife and I purchased to begin our life together writing this letter on Labor Day.
Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the
social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the
contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country. Without
the hard work and dedication of the workers before us, my wife and I would not have the ability to
provide for our children’s futures.

Labor Day was originally organized to celebrate various labor associations' strengths and contributions
to the United States economy. It is largely a day of rest now – but is that by choice for most Americans?
Many people mark Labor Day as the end of the summer season and a last chance to make trips or hold
outdoor events, unfortunately many people today cannot afford those opportunities.

Unemployment is on the rise and in Georgetown County, SC our unemployment is over 10%. That is
simply unacceptable and that is why I have decided to run for State House Seat 103. If the people we elect
are not representing us then it is time to replace those people. If their ideas are not working, get new
ideas. If the politicians are not working, get representatives who will work.

We the People need jobs and in order to get jobs we need business, infrastructure, and economic
stability. The Government was founded to provide us with an atmosphere that we could create our
own success – not dependence. The American work force created the highest standard of living and
the greatest production the world has ever known and has brought us closer to the realization of our
traditional ideals of economic and political democracy. It is appropriate, therefore, that the nation pays
tribute on Labor Day to the creator of so much of the nation's strength, freedom, and leadership — the
American worker.

As citizens, it is time to rise up and elect representatives in order to create more jobs for these workers,
so that each American can be successful and provide for their families. I ask for your support, whether
it be contributing $25 or $2,500.  I ask for your support by spreading the word and volunteering with the
campaign. I ask for your support by voting for me November 6, 2012.

Tom Winslow

Candidate for House Seat 103

Ladies and Gentlemen,

I have learned that I need 1,110 signatures for our House Seat 103 petitions - as of last count we have roughly 1,500 signatures.   Therefore, we are going to turn our petitions in on Thursday, July 12th in order to beat the rush and hopefully receive confirmation as soon as possible.

Should anyone have any of our petitions please let us know, so that we can get them tomorrow (Wednesday, July 11th).  I want to thank everyone that volunteered and helped get signatures for the petition candidates.  I also want to thank everyone that signed and showed your support for democracy.

This election is more than just electing a representative; it is about the future of America.  We are not done, but this is a great step in the right direction.

Thank you,

                                    

                       Candidate for SC House Seat 103

Fight For Democracy

Ladies and Gentlemen,

I implore you to get out and vote tomorrow and sign every petition you see tomorrow for the sake of Democracy.  The battle of ideology can be fought in the fall, however the fight for Democracy is now.  Do not let your right to choose who you are going to vote for be impacted by those that hold power.  Take the time tomorrow to sign the petitions to put all people that want to run back on the ballot, so that you can choose who you want to represent you.

Tom

Right To Vote

These next few weeks are important weeks to many of the candidates as July 16th is our deadline to turn in the petitions needed to be on the November ballot.  If you see a petition sign it.  This is a question of Democracy; as citizens we have a right to run for office and as voters you have the right to choose who you want representing you.  When those rights are removed by those in power we no longer have our freedom.

Please support us at the Harborwalk this Saturday in Georgetown and also at the polls next Tuesday.  If you want to sign a peitition let me know, if you want to get a petition for people to sign let me know, and if you want to volunteer at an event let me know. 

Thank you for your support and I look forward to hearing from you.

Tom Winslow
Candidate for House Seat 103

Voting Day

Tomorrow is voting day and I encourage you to get out and vote.  As you may know, I along with about ten other candidates were knocked of the ballot due to the recent S.C. Supreme Court ruling.  We will have petitions out for you to sign and I encourage you to take the time to sign those petitions.  You the voter should vote for who you want to represent you and not be limited by an error in the laws our current politicians created.

I also invite you to come out this Friday to 111 Broad Street, from 7pm until 9pm, to enjoy our petition party.  It will be a great time - spread the word.  Bring anyone who would like to come.

Sign those petitions and Win With Winslow!

We The People....

...are having a party!!!!  June 12, 2012 is the primary for South Carolina.  Get out and vote for those people you think will uphold the constitution and make this country stand for the ideals our founding fathers penned in the Bill of Rights.  Once you vote it is not time to rest; that is when we learn who we have to support through November.  We have to work hard for them and support them.   The Bill of Rights was drafted to protect us from tyranny and oppression in the forms of groups that did not have the best of interest for the people at heart.  Many people disagree on how to achieve this purpose, however we all agree that progress must be made if we as a nation will provide to our children what is owed to them.  Those that place their self-interest ahead of their nation can be as dangerous as those enemies who overtly attack America.

We must work together to vote against those who try to oppress the American Dream.  The ten amendments are the founding fathers commandments to liberate this nation from oppression.  From the freedom of speech and the right to bear arms, to the right of a jury trial and state deference were meant to free the people from the bondage of government.  Each amendment must be protected as are the Ten Commandments.  God’s Ten Commandments have not changed in 2,000 years and our Founding Father’s Ten Amendments are still the same after 300 years.  Who you elect must be willing to represent you in defending God and our founding Fathers.

We are celebrating for those people that stand up to protect our rights should be applauded.  They are true representatives, win or lose, of the ideals of this nation.  Abraham Lincoln, a Republican, never won an election until the presidency, but he was forever a representative of the people.  Martin Luther King, Jr., the civil rights advocate, was a Republican and forever a representative of the people.  Finally, four of the first six presidents were Republican-Democrats, there were no separate parties – they were representatives of the people. 

Come out to celebrate our representatives and help me kick off my Win With Winslow campaign to be your representative.  Our campaign kick off party is on June 15, 2012, 7pm, at 111 Broad Street.  I would love to have you all there!  It will be a great time and I'll be answering any questions y'all may have.  Hope to see you!


 
                                 Win With Winslow,
                                    

NANNY STATE

What happened to personal responsibility?  Have we as a people reached a point where we cannot think for ourselves and need the government to think for us?   I think not.

Recently, the Mayor of New York City, Michael Bloomberg put forward a proposal to limit the serving of soft drinks to no more than 16oz.  That is right, the government of NYC has nothing better to do than tell you how much soda you are allowed to have.  This is not the first restriction the mayor has put forward; he has banned smoking in many public places, outlawed trans fats in the city's restaurants and required chain restaurants to post calorie counts.  Bloomberg has a history of enacting legislation to restrict personal and business rights.  Many Americans do overindulge, however is it the role of government to control how much we eat and drink?

The good news is that this ban on sugary drinks requires approval from the city's Board of Health.   Maybe they will let the people think for themselves -- unlikely because Bloomberg appointed all the board's members, himself.  Thank you nanny state for having to take care of me.

These restrictions on personal choice are nothing more than control exerted by the government.  The most famous example is Prohibition, which barred the manufacture and sale of alcohol from 1919 to 1933. The government says this is different as it is based on behavioral economics rather than religious moralism.  That appears self-evident, when was the last time the government did something based on morals.

The ideals of big government, government’s control of personal choice, and the people’s reliance on the government stem from the very system America fought against to gain our independence.  These ideals stem from Monarchies, Dictatorships, and Communism.  Now they are being adopted by the governmental leadership to control the people through social programs.   When does it stop?

It stops when the American people vote for true representatives who are willing to make some people unhappy.  The founding fathers said “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness” it did not say “food stamps, subsidized housing, and free money without taxes.”  What America did your fathers work for?

                                 Win With Winslow,
                                    

REPRESENT

Each Thursday, I wake up early and go to a prayer meeting with a couple of guys in my church.  It is a time for each of us to talk with other men about things that are on our mind - good, bad, and ugly.  The talks are private and do not leave the room.  At the end of the meeting, we bow our heads in prayer and ask our Lord to guide us and continue to bless us.

Last week, we asked the Lord to watch over me this week while I was in a federal trial arguing on behalf of a mother who had passed away at 25 years of age.  We were fighting for her 4 yr. old daughter; to give her a future.  A sad case, but also a rewarding case.  To see that little girl and to know that each day that I go to work I represent someone who is dependent on me to be their voice.

That morning, after our prayer meeting I went to the Elmwood Cemetery to help the VFW place flags at the sites of soldiers who have passed.  Men and women who have represented us in battle and defended our freedoms.  These are the people we need to respect everyday and especially to remember on Monday.  Monday is Memorial Day, a day created following President Lincoln's assassination in April 1865.  The first known observance of a Memorial Day was in Charleston, SC on May 1, 1865. 

During the war, soldiers who were prisoners had been held at the Charleston Race Course.  Nearly ten thousand people, mostly freedmen, gathered on May 1st to commemorate the dead soldiers who fought in the Civil War. 

Take the day and thank a soldier.  They represent us on the field of battle and without them I could not represent you in SC house district 103.

Many thanks to my father and father-in-law.


                                 Win With Winslow,
                                    

I LOVE MY MOM

 

This past Sunday was Mother’s Day and a time to reflect on all the good things our mothers have done for us.  It is amazing when you think about what a mother actually does for us- both when we are young and as we are adults.  Further, on top of being a mother they are also wives, sisters, friends, and volunteers.  Mothers really do so much and just to reflect upon them for one day is a shame, they really need the entire year (because that is how long they work).

A mother’s natural instinct is to do everything she can to take care of her child.  To love, protect, care, and provide for.  There is nothing more devoted than a mother for her child.  It made me think; what if our politicians were like this for those they represent.  I guess they would then be called Representatives.

That is what District 103 needs; a Representative that will love, protect, care, and provide for the people of SC House District 103.  That is why I ask for your vote.  I want to provide for you by opening up the roads of commerce to give this district the opportunity it deserves.  To get those ships in and out of the ports, to widen and build the roads, and to get businesses in and create jobs that will provide the opportunity we need in this district.

Not all politicians are Representatives, but all Representatives are people that provide for the needs of their people.  If your politician has not provided what you need, I ask you to elect me as your Representative on November 6, 2012.

 
                                 Win With Winslow,
                                    

Is Radio Dead?

Who listens to the radio – any of y’all?  This morning I was able to do a roundtable with one of the democratic candidates at the local radio station.  We discussed key needs for District 103 (Georgetown, Horry, and Williamsburg) including jobs, roads, the port, and education.  The key is that they are all linked and they are not separate issues.

District 103 needs the port dredged and roads widened in order to bring in the businesses and jobs that are desperately needed.  Those jobs will provide people with the income to support their families.  As income grows so will the tax that is collected allowing for more money to be used towards education.

In District 103 we need to develop skills that conform to the job opportunities, such as maritime and avionics.  With the port and Boeing plant looking for skilled labor we need to set up the trade skills and technical schools to offer these types of courses, so that the companies that we bring in hire locally.

Just like radio, Georgetown is not dead it just needs people to pay attention to it.  It is time that we have someone represent our interest and crank it up.  The radio is a medium and so is the person you elect.  They are there to share your news – what you want – with the state.  Has your voice been heard?

Elect someone that wants to share your voice and your needs – elect someone that wants to get businesses and jobs to District 103.

                     Vote Tom Winslow
                   

It Is Time For a Trim

Many of you have expressed to me your concern about the spending that is going on in both the federal government and the state government.  Just as an example, I recently read that the Senate has its own barbershop.  I guess the politicians don’t have time to go to the barbershop three blocks down the street.  Why would you want to walk down the street when these politicians can pay $20.00 for a trim or cut, compared to the $12 plus tip that I pay.  But hey at least the barbershop is hiring people and giving them a job – yes, government workers who receive an average salary of $75,000.00, plus government benefits.  We the taxpayer are paying for our elected officials to get their haircut in the capital building – I guess we don’t want them to have to exercise too much by walking down the street.  Unfortunately, despite making approximately 27,000 haircuts, the Senate Barbershop just was not making ends meet and was in threat of closing its doors.  Do not fear the bailout is here – that’s right after a $300,000.00 bail out, the Senate Barbershop was able to keep open its doors; at least for this year.

In a time that we are fighting as individuals to earn a living or just to find a job, isn’t it nice to know that your politicians have forgotten about what is really important – YOU.  The government cannot find the money to dredge our port or widen our roads, but the threat of long hair deserves our tax dollars immediately.  Are these really representatives?

Obviously, this is not a new issue it goes back many centuries and another example of government spending arose in 1855.  Congress appropriated $30,000 to go toward a new civil service project in the United States.  You may say $30,000 does not seem very high, however in current inflation models that number becomes $780,000.00.  That money was used for the…US Camel Corps.  That is correct; the United States Government spent over three quarters of a million dollars to bring camels into the United States.  One problem was that no one knew how to ride a camel, so the US government had to hire people to teach Americans how to ride camels.  Then they realized that they had no camel saddles or other needed gear, so they had to purchase those items.  Finally, when the men were trained and ready to go, they learned their mission; to find a wagon road from New Mexico to Arizona.  They took off and started their mission; unfortunately in 1862 the government grew tired of the US Camel Corps and auctioned off the camels to the highest bidder.

Like you, I sometimes think "this is what the government is doing with my future?"  They institute programs at taxpayers great expense, quickly grow tired of that idea, and toss it to the side in order to move to the next way to spend our money.  Personally, I want my future back.  We should all want the government to give us our future back.  Allow us, our children, and our business to determine our own future, without forcing us to pay for what some politician thinks is best for us.

District 103 and Georgetown County needs the over taxation, over regulation, and over governmentalization to end.  Come November vote for your future – Vote Tom Winslow for House Seat 103.

                                    

                               Win With Winslow,
                                    

Your Vote Is Your Voice

Over the weekend I was afforded the privilege of serving as parliamentarian and Sergeant-At-Arm’s during the 7th Congressional District Republican Convention.  Representative Alan Clemmons from Horry County called me to perform these roles while he served as Chairman of the Convention.

As parliamentarian it was my role to evaluate the rules and provide a determination as to the proper way to maintain “the rules of the road.”  Further, as Sergeant-at-Arms it was my role to enforce these rules and to help the meeting accomplish it’s objectives.   Thankfully, the meeting went smoothly and everything was completed in a timely manner.  Wouldn’t it be nice for our government to act this way?

Why is it that the people we elect quickly forget that it is “we the people” that elect them?  Many elected officials tend to forget that they are elected as representatives and not politicians.  I believe that we need people to represent us and not politicize us.  Not all elected officials run for selfish reasons, but many forget their values when they get elected.  The allure of money, power, control, etc. tempts those elected from being representatives and turns them into politicians.  We as voters cannot allow this.

When we see an elected official acting as a politician and not as a representative it is “we the people” that need to use the power the founding fathers gave us and vote.  That is our voice and we must exercise our voice by casting a vote to remove those that do not represent what we need.

What good is an elected official that is unwilling to represent those that elect them?  If someone is elected to represent us and fails to be a primary sponsor on a single bill that helps those he represents, has he really represented us?

Stand up and cast your voice this election season,


                                    Win With Winslow,
                                    

How do we Unite our Nation

As a person it is easy to get discouraged by the conflicts we have in our government by people whom we have elected.  I see constant conflict occurring around us in regard to how government is acting, taxing, wasting funds, and operating in general.  It is easy to get discouraged; just throw your hands in the air and give up.  “That is just how it is”; “there is nothing we can do.”   Yes there is.

Last night my wife and I needed a night together.  I will admit, I do not like to spend money — but thankfully my wife still loves me.  We borrowed a movie, named KJB, and had a night in together; just the two of us.  It was a great evening and the movie was a true blessing.  The entire movie was about unity; about taking people that despise each other and having them create a solution to a basic human need.  These men lived over 400 years ago and still today we have intellectuals who have different opinions over the same topics.

The Lord gave us free will, and our nation’s laws have allowed us all to have an opinion.  For this reason, I am not discouraged.  Our forefathers used the word of God to craft a document that created this nation, and this nation allows different opinions.  Conflict is a tool that, if used in a positive way, can generate constructive change.

As the President of the City of Georgetown Republican Party and a candidate for South Carolina House Seat 103, I have made a commitment to create this change.  We, as a people, must do more. We must step forward and file for office.  We must become active in candidates’ campaigns.  Many candidates need your help.  It is not just about contributions, but also about volunteering.  Stand up and say that you want change, but also be willing to work for it. 

I help every candidate I can.  They may or may not be who I would vote for, but their willingness to stand up for what they believe is admirable.  The other day I appeared in a commercial for a U.S. Congressional Candidate.  We must respect and support those that do not cower from conflict.

400 years ago, King James of England, charged fifty of the Bishops from the Church of England and the Puritans with the task of uniting to create a document that could be used by all to learn the Gospel for themselves.  After seven years of transcription, debate, discussion, and conflict, out came the King James Bible (hence the name KJB).  The conflict and disagreement created a Bible that is still used all over the Earth today to spread the Word of God.  We must use the conflict that exist as a catalyst to push forward this great country and state.

Making Our Community Safer

Did you know that April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month?  Do you drive distracted?

I know that I did and I know that many people still do.  Driving distracted does not just include driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol – it includes anything that will take your focus off the road.  When you are driving you are responsible for controlling a 2,000 lbs weapon that can kill on contact.  Many of us cannot walk and text, much less drive and text or talk on our cell phone. 

Driving while talking on the cell phone is equal to about four alcoholic drinks; texting while driving is equal to having eight alcoholic drinks.  If you text while driving the average person will look away from the road and at their phone for 4.6 seconds.  Should you being going 55mph that means you will travel 100 yards (the length of a football field) before you look back at the road.  Is that text or phone call really worth your life or the life of a passenger?  Is it really worth killing someone and being found criminally guilty and/or civilly liable?

Last week, I spoke with the students at Carver’s Bay High School to discuss with them about the dangerous of all kinds of distracted driving prior to their prom.  They took a pledge to focus on their driving – are you willing to do the same?  Are you willing to be a role model for your children and the people around you?

Over 5,000 people a year die while texting and talking on their phone while driving.  Over 1000 trial lawyers are making presentations across this country during the month of April to try to eliminate this problem.  Please help me make sure none of those deaths occur in Georgetown County.

Tonight I am going to speak with Georgetown County Council regarding distracted driving, so please come out to the county council meeting to learn what we can all do to make our community safer.  This campaign is not about me it is about this community and what we can do to make it a better place to live.

Radio Appearance

On Wednesday, April 4th, I had the privilege of being a guest with Rod Stalvey and host, Lee Padgett on the Town Hall Meeting on 1400 AM WGTN radio station in Georgetown.  What a great experience!  We discussed issues that were important to us including the Georgetown port, 521 widened, Hwy 31 completion, and I-73.  These areas are the most efficient way to get imports and exports in and out of Georgetown.  Once these roads are completed they will create jobs and help our community grow and prosper.  

This is why I am running for SC House Seat 103 which Carl Anderson currently holds.  He has held this seat since 2005 and has been the primary sponsor on 5 bills, none of which do anything to bring the people of Georgetown jobs.  We need someone who is going to be a true representative and not just a politician - that is why I am running.  This is about the people of District 103.

Vote for Tom Winslow
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Feeding Of The 5000

Dear Friends and Family,

We announced Friday, March 30th that we are running for SC house Seat 103 and the support has been contagious – have you caught it?  We ventured out to Lambertown on Saturday night, spoke to some people out there and they addressed to me some of their concerns.  We have already put in some calls and emails on those.  Then we had a little get together in downtown Georgetown.  What a great event and great fun.

In church Sunday we were taught of Jesus’ feeding of the 5,000.  Just like Jesus’ Disciples I do not presume to come to you with all the answers, but I will give you everything I have and will trust in the Lord to do the rest.  Trust and Faith.  Believe in this country, state, and your candidates.  Please do everything you can to support then.  We need a new direction; your vote and contributions can make that happen.

Win With Winslow,

Tom Winslow announces his run for South Carolina State House Seat 103

GEORGETOWN, SC – Georgetown Attorney Tom Winslow has announced that he has filed to run for State House Seat 103.  Mr. Winslow is the only conservative to file for State House District 103.
“Upon reviewing the legislative record of Rep. Anderson, it became apparent that someone needed to step up and represent the needs and values of the people in 103.  Since 2005, Rep. Anderson has only been a primary sponsor on five bills within the House of Representatives.  Not one of these five bills has pushed, asked, or requested that a road be built or the port be dredged.  This is not going to get it done.”
Tom Winslow has developed a plan that mirrors the needs outlined by the Georgetown, Williamsburg, and Horry Economic Development Alliances.  This plan includes the Georgetown Port Dredging, Widening of SC HWY 521, the completion of SC 31, and the creation of I-73.  
“The government has two primary responsibilities and those are infrastructure and defense.  At this point the government has failed us in our need for infrastructure.  Once we have the roads built and the port dredged, we will get business.  With that business comes jobs, education, and success.  The roads are our keys to success.”
Tom is married to Lauren Winslow, Administrator at Prince George Episcopal Church.  He has served as a board member with the YMCA, Service over Self, and the Georgetown Patriots Club.  He has volunteered with Habitat for Humanity, Georgetown Library, The Wooden Boat Show, St. Francis Animal Center, and the Prince George Youth Group.  Tom is a graduate of the Georgetown Leadership Academy and helped led an expedition to renovate the Georgetown Lighthouse property.  Tom Winslow currently works with the Graham Law Firm focusing on Birth Injury Litigation and other serious personal injury.  He is proud of the work he does to protect the Seventh Amendment Rights of the American people and wants to defend the Bill of Rights for the people of District 103.
Should you want to learn more about voting for Tom Winslow visit his website: www.WinWithWinslow.com