You surely jest, as it is the very union thugs of which you speak so adoringly, that are bringing in the outsiders. I think your Grandfather would be anything but proud of your actions. He sounds like a commonsense guy who valued hard work and effort over shenanigans like fleeing the state for weeks to avoid doing what you were elected to do. Or, bringing in thousands of people and millions of dollars to try to shift the focus away from the true hubris of union leaders and members who were more than happy to stir the pot in efforts to protect a circular system or rewards with contributions in exchange for favorable votes on increasing taxes for the taxpaying workers in WI. Why should public sector workers at the state level be allowed to have the privilege (it's not a right) to collective bargain when their Federal peers are not? It is a trying time for everyone, but esp. the poor downtrodden workers of the state who are tired of seeing their hard earned paychecks after TAXES are deducted. I voted for and support Governor Walker, along with the 1,128,940 other people who voiced their opinion last November. So, if you wish to spend your time lobbying for a different kind of Wisconsin, it is your privilege (again, not a right). I just hope your grandkids will understand why they had to move away from WI.

Hi Jason. I too will be out there working against the recall. Look for the sign that says:
Asked to sign?
Just say NO!
Scott Walker cannot go.

He can't go cause he is doing what thousands of us elected him to do and doing it well. We want a balanced budget and an environment where jobs grow. Ask the out of state recall backers to stay home and keep their money at home and we will have a playing field where Wisconsin Citizens can decide for themselves. Stay warm!

I support Gov. Walker and will be fighting back on the frivolous and mean spirited recall started because a group of entitled government workers had to join the real world.I work for a union and I understand they are all for themselves. Go get them Scott and those that can donate today.

I completely agree that Scott Walker has a bully approach to his leadership. I feel it is his revenge on the state since he was bullied himself by the Common Council when he served as County Exec. However, I also refuse to be bullied by the petitioners asking me to sign a petition for this totally ridiculous attempt to orchestrate a wasteful, expensive recall. I'm taking bets on how quickly Scott Walker will move his wife and family far away from Wisconsin when his term is over...

WEAC is one of the biggest bullies in this state. They bullied school districts and taxpayers to over pay for health insurance for many years. Schools districts all over this state are now saving thousands of dollars because they are no longer bullied by WEAC. No matter the outcome of this recall, the cat is out of the bag and no taxpayer will stand for their antics ever again.

Joana, where can I get a sign like you describe? I will post it at my business on Janesville Road. Jason says what he doesn't do, but he didn't mention what he does do. He's surely not a business person trying to provide jobs for others. I am concerned everyda about the livelihood of others. I appreciate the progress Governor Walker has made in tis short amount of time. Why should public employees not have to contribute to their own retirement as the rest of us have to do? Right on Governor Walker! He's doing the job he was elected to do.
(We found out how childish Jason is when he commented on Governor Walker's hairstyle.) This is the mentality we're up against to try to restore this country's values and financial security.

"My grandfather was not a member of the union, so at the ripe age of 57, he was off to look for a new line of work and found it in heavy construction - a job that offered no benefits or insurance (thanks Reganomics)."

Jason, for someone who claims that this is an historic (as opposed to hysteric) moment, learn your history. It's "Reaganomics." Unless, of course, you are referring to Donald Regan, who was Secretary of the Treasury under President Reagan.

Well, I suppose you can rationalize anything. Even hating someone for his haircut. Which extends itself to mean-spirited actions like protesting someone's family home. Is this the new normal, Jason? We see through the union-backed beligerant tactics already, even before you joined their ranks out of mis-guided sympathy. Guilt-ridden liberals are a dime a dozen. No news here!

I think the Bigger Picture here, is the breaking down of Unions and the control over negotiations. Scott Walker is making the Democratic Unions week and we have awaken a monster.

Let's take a look at the list:
'Cut $1.6 Billion from public education' Far less than Doyle's cuts--why didn't you try to get him recalled?

'Diverted $41 Million from public ed to voucher and charter schools' Not true. http://www.politifact.com/wisconsin/statements/2011/jul/13/peter-barca/wisconsin-state-rep-peter-barca-says-assembly-vote/

'Slashed $500 Million from Medicaid and BadgerCare' Walker increased state spending for Medicaid by $1.2 billion

'Destroyed public unions in an effort to de-fund campaign donations to Democrats' Weakened, but not destroyed. Personally, I like the idea of not allowing them to funnel tax dollars to the Democratic party.

'Rear-ended every state-worker from Kenosha to Rhinelander by cutting take-home pay by 10%' I thought 8% was the actual number, but I'll give you that one. How many private sector workers have had similar cuts to take home pay or benefit contribution increases in recent years?

'Vilified teachers by demeaning their profession and insulting their intelligence' How so?

'Taken a phony phone call from billionaire polluter "David Koch" and admitted he "thought about" bringing in fake agitators to the peaceful demonstrations in Madison.' 'Thinking about (if you can really call it that) and doing it are very different things.

'Has the worst haircut and bald spot in state government' A pretty petty thing to bring up, isn't it?

Jason P, I stand with you! And as an American, it is my right AND my priviledge to publish and defend my opinion.

An update on the recall process in Greendale and the surrounding suburbs:

I won't say exactly how many signatures we have collected in less than 24 hours, but if each signature were a dollar bill, we could afford a new ipad . . . and these are some of the most popular sayings I have had shouted at me:
"Get a job." (Thanks, but I already have two of them)
"Go f*ck yourself!" (I am not a hermaphrodite)
"You teachers should be fired." (none of us collecting signatures were teachers)

And props to the Franklin Police Department who tracked down and ticketed the young men who yelled profanities and threw a full can of soda at my head . . . and also to the Greendale Police Department who have been cooperative and fair thus far.

And a "Good day and God bless" to the hundreds of fellow suburbanites who have given me the old one finger salute - especially the mom driving the Cadillac SUV who pushed her young son back so she could extend the finger right outside his passenger window. See you out there tomorrow . . .

LOL, Such nonsense. C'mon folks, give Jason a break. He's not attacking you personally, so don't attack him on a personal level. It's OK for us to disagree, but let's keep it civil.

I couldn't agree more, Jason :) Your supporters may be quiet but they are here.

It's not a claim it's a fact. And re-read the survey as you've mis-read it. (This info is from a survey conducted this fall by The Wis. Assoc. of School Dsitrict Admin. with 83% of school districts responding.)

Latest Polling shows that Yes indeed, Walker will be recalled:
"The Wisconsin Public Radio/St. Norbert College Survey was released the same day that Democrats, labor unions and others, angry over his moves to curb union rights, began circulating petitions to get the 540,000 signatures needed to force a recall election next year.

The poll showed that 58 percent of respondents believe Walker should be recalled from office. That compares with 47 percent who said in April that he should be recalled.

The growth in support for a recall came, surprisingly, from Republicans. In the spring, only 7 percent of Republicans supported recalling Walker but that grew to 24 percent in the fall. Support among Democrats held mainly steady at 88 percent in the spring and 92 percent in the fall." ~ http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/chi-poll-shows-most-favor-recall-of-wisconsin-governor-20111116,0,6633196.story

Was it a phone call poll? Those who support Walker were probably working and couldn't answer the phone.

When you liberals lose this time will you please pack up and move to Ohio. Jason and Heather please make checks payable to the State of Wisconsin. Clearly you two feel under taxed. Please send in my extra portion as well. I'm broke!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I am continually shocked that the people of this great state would disenfranchise their fellow taxpayers their legal right to protest their elected officials. It is the very essence of democracy and a hallmark of this great republic.

It is as simple as this: if you are passionate about this issue, on either side of the aisle, go stand and make your position count. Simply telling someone they should not express their opinion within the existing legal framework is not only un-American, its counter-productive.