Comments for Jane Dyer For Congress

Comment on Investing in Infrastructure Creates Jobs Now … And For Long-Term by Marnie Schwartz-Hanley

Marnie Schwartz-Hanley — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 02:52:02 +0000

I’ve often wondered what passenger trains would do for this state, more-so than the ill-timed Amtrak in Columbia or Clemson.
A railway connecting the Upstate to Charleston, for example could boost tourism & interstate commerce in ways we can only dream of right now, and what if there were railways connecting our towns and villages?
We would have a stronger workforce if there were stronger work supports in place; better infrastructure to get folks to work.

Thank you Jane, for having a vision for our state!

Comment on Investing in Infrastructure Creates Jobs Now … And For Long-Term by michael kiger

michael kiger — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 20:37:14 +0000

INFRASTRUCTURE = REBUILD AMERICA and REHIRE AMERICANS

Comment on DYER CAMPAIGN TO GO “BARNSTORMING FOR JOBS” ON SATURDAY by Lavelle Marcengill

Lavelle Marcengill — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 07:25:42 +0000

Seeing Jane and John Dyer fly into the Liberty Airport in their vintage CUB airplane was like seeing all the strenght and long-lasting qualities that I have come to know about Jane shining through in their airplane. The CUB airplane has st…ood the test of time and so will Jane. She has the stamina and energy that we need in a Congresswoman. She has all the goodness and good qualities that every person should strive for. She is honest and everytime I have heard her talk with people, she is straightforward and has some very sound ideas for solutions to the problems we all face in District 3.

Comment on Contact by Jeff Campbell

Jeff Campbell — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 15:29:30 +0000

Jane:
My name is Jeff Campbell and I am the Mailing Solutions Specialist for the U.S. Postal Service. I would like to find out who your campaign manager is, so that I could provide some free strategies that Headquarters USPS has developed. If you could contact me via email or call me on my cell phone that would be great. My cell # is (803) 318-4066. I too served 5 years in the USAF! Thanks for your service! I look forward to hearing from someone soon.

Jeff Campbell
Mailing Solutions Specialist
Greater South Carolina District
Headquarters Sales USPS
(803) 318-4066 cell
(803) 926-6584 office

Comment on Jane by Ellis Hughes

Ellis Hughes — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:49:52 +0000

Dear Ms. Upchurch:
Jane is a Democrat. Please check through the rest of this website to see what a fine candidate we have in Jane. A mom, grandmom, veteran, professional airline captain. Her common sense, leadership capabilities, and work ethic will create a new future for the 3rd District.

Thank you for your interest.
Ellis Hughes
Communications Director
Jane Dyer for Congress
http://www.janedyerforcongress.com

Comment on Jane by joan upchurch

joan upchurch — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:32:11 +0000

which are you dem,gop or indepent. if you are a tea partyer or republican, you are wasteing your time calling me. because republicans and tea party scares me to death.

Comment on When We Work Together, We Can Accomplish Anything by Lee Barnett

Lee Barnett — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:04:56 +0000

Jane, you have my respect and support. I will demonstrate both of those things with a contribution to your campaign but your job will be quite difficult in the land of Fox News.
I wish you a safe and successful venture.

Comment on Contact by Robert

Robert — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:53:49 +0000

I wish the DO NOT CALL List applied to polititions. for that matter ALL laws should apply equally tou the people and the polititions.

Comment on Make Back-To-School Work For All Children by Linda Soyars

Linda Soyars — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 19:54:56 +0000

I just retired from the Aiken County Public School system as a teacher last June. Although I am no longer present daily, working to educate South Carolina’s kids, I vehemently agree with Jane Dyer about the need to focus on providing our public schools with the funding they need. I am strongly against tax incentives for families who choose to send their children to private schools. Private schools should be independent from public funding sources. Public school children deserve South Carolina’s best efforts to provide them with a sterling education.

Comment on Contact by Ellis Hughes

Ellis Hughes — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 21:32:35 +0000

Mr. Odom:
I am so sorry you are having problems — We are revising our website … that’s why you didn’t see the contribution button. I just looked at the site … and the word “Contribute” is on the right above the Jane’s Cub Club graphic. The contact information is under the Contact tab at the top. Here’s that information:

Jane Dyer for Congress
PO Box 1000
Easley, SC 29641
info@janedyerforcongress.com
864-343-1741 (Campaign voicemail)

Again, I’m sorry you had problems — and thanks for commenting so we can make this even better!!

Ellis Hughes
Communications Director
Jane Dyer for Congress

Comment on Contact by Paul Odom

Paul Odom — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:17:19 +0000

I can not find a link to contribute to your campaign on your web site. Where is the link? Also, where are the telephone/cell phone numbers? What the H?

Comment on Help Out by GLR Joey Slaton I.A.M. & A.W.

GLR Joey Slaton I.A.M. & A.W. — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 18:53:39 +0000

Good Afternoon;
I am a Grand Lodge Representative with the I.A.M.& A.W. I will be receiving a contribution check from our International for Ms. Dyer’s campaign this afternoon. I would like to be able to deliver this check to her campaign Thursday afternoon or Friday. Please advise a time and place where this can be accomplished. You can e-mail me a reply at the above address or call me on my cell at 214-912-8189. Thanking you in advance.

GLR Joey Slaton
I.A.M.& A.W.

Comment on We Must Act Now For Energy Independence by Jane Dyer

Jane Dyer — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 13:35:48 +0000

Mr. Clements:
There are two things we can do with plutonium waste. Store it as waste as you suggest. Or recycle.

While the MOX project is an expensive alternative, it does offer the benefit of recycling. By taking plutonium from US and Soviet weapons and converting it to fuel for nuclear power plants, we are able to produce energy as well as make the materials useless for weapons. This approach thus serves both our energy security and our national security interests.

Some things that cost money are worth it, especially in the long run.

Thank you for your interest in and comments on this topic.

Jane

Comment on We Must Act Now For Energy Independence by Jane Dyer

Jane Dyer — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 01:57:48 +0000

Bruce,

Thank you for your support and comments.

I guess I don’t agree with you because France has become 80% nuclear. As we are moving toward manufacturing electric cars and buses right here in South Carolina, I want to make sure that we can power them. The best option is nuclear power.

Yes, we must learn to conserve. Then we must transition from fossil fuels to alternatives.

There is no reason that we cannot be leaders in nuclear energy, producing solar panels, wind turbines and producing next generation bio-fuels.

I believe that we can do this, the question is do we want to?

Jane

Comment on We Must Act Now For Energy Independence by Bruce Marshall

Bruce Marshall — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 04:11:16 +0000

“Energy independence” has been a favorite theme of US political leaders at least since Jimmy Carter’s presidency. Nonetheless, it is truly a mirage! There is no alternative to petroleum for many energy needs and it would be wise to stop pretending that one can be developed. The constant talk about “independence” is meaningless, since petroleum is essentially fungible — when it comes out of the ground it goes into a global market and is bought or sold to the highest bidder, depending on its composition and the capabilities of various refineries. Furthermore, since the global market is denominated in US dollars, we escape any need to purchase other currencies to pay for it — hence there is no other country from which to become “independent.” All the big multinational oil companies are partly American-owned, so they are “us”.
Since oil is a declining resource, however, we need to conserve it and to use it more efficiently. Nuclear power can substitute for some petroleum and natural gas uses, but not all, and it has its own significant downside. Therefore, a more thoughtful approach is to look for ways to maximize the benefits from the oil that is available, to apply strict rules to the way is it produced, and not to mislead people into thinking that either there is some technological miracle that will end the need for it.

Comment on We Must Act Now For Energy Independence by Tom Clements

Tom Clements — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 15:48:48 +0000

The MOX project at the Savannah River Site is primarily about spending tax payer money for the most expensive option to manage surplus weapons-grade plutonium. The cheapest, fastest alternative with fewer safety and proliferation risks would be to put the plutonium back into the high-level waste from which it came and which is still stored at SRS. Advocating MOX is advocating the highest cost, riskiest option for surplus plutonium, something that places the MOX companies above the interest of tax payers.

Comment on Jane Dyer Reacts to Republican Runoff by Jane Dyer

Jane Dyer — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 23:59:47 +0000

Eric,

Thank you for your support.

We need to get people back to work. Regardless of who wins tomorrow that will be our focus. We have a lot of work to do but I trust the people in our district to make the right choice in November. We must support our families and that is what I will do in Congress.

Jane

Comment on Jane Dyer Reacts to Republican Runoff by Eric Freeman

Eric Freeman — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 20:17:25 +0000

That seems to be a constant with both the Cash and Duncan campaigns. These men are running on “hot button-talking point issues” that they either have no power to change or are irrelevant to our State. I appreciate your diligence in focusing on bringing jobs to the Upstate. All of the “philosophical-ideaological speeches” given from tea-party stumps will not create one single job. I am honored to be able to stand behind a candidate that is working to improve our State, we have been embarrased enough. As a citizen I am tired of all of the misinformation the masses are fed and would like to see the focus back onto things that truly matter. I have two children and want our State to be a place I can feel proud raising them in. Actions, indeed, speak louder than words and I pray the voters will look at your actions, your military service etc…and ignore all of the idealogical “pie throwing” the other two candidates have engaged in. You have stayed above the fray and proven yourself an honorable civil servant. One need look only as far as how the Cash campaign was run to see the kind of representation we can expect to receive God forbid he were elected. I am quite confident when the voters get a chance to compare the candidates on the issues, it will be easy to differentiate who is working for us. You can count on my support throughout. God bless you.

Comment on Living Two Lives For A Better Future by Ellis Hughes

Ellis Hughes — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 19:15:32 +0000

Drenda,
Thank you for your vote!!! I’ll share with Jane your comments, and drop a bumper sticker in the mail tomorrow to you. And, that’s “Ouzts Road”, right? (Just checking!)

Many thanks,
Ellis Hughes
Communication Director
Jane Dyer for Congress
http://www.janedyerforcongress.com

Comment on Living Two Lives For A Better Future by Drenda Lawton

Drenda Lawton — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 01:49:42 +0000

Congratulations also….I was honored to vote for you….how do I get a bumper sticker? address is: 113 ouzts Rd. Greenwood, S. C. 29646

Comment on Jane Dyer wins Democratic nomination in 3rd District race by Ellis Hughes

Ellis Hughes — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 15:26:55 +0000

Ms. Decker,
This is Jane’s communications director responding. I will relay your comments directly to Jane.

For Jane, let me thank you so much for all your support. We’re on a good path now … but the tough part is coming up. We’ll continue to need your help in the next several months.

Please contact me if you have questions or concerns going forward.

Thank you so much.
Ellis Hughes
Communication Director
Jane Dyer for Congress
ellis@janedyerforcongress.com
864-638-0059

Comment on Jane Dyer wins Democratic nomination in 3rd District race by Linda Decker

Linda Decker — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:12:53 +0000

Jane, congrats to you and your staff/volunteers. This is the first chance I have had to get on the computer. I am proud of your accomplishment and honored to be part of your volunteer team. I know you will do a great job for the people. Talk to you soon.

Comment on Jane Dyer wins Democratic nomination in 3rd District race by Jane Williams

Jane Williams — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 15:25:11 +0000

Things look good. Keep up the good work!

Comment on Jane Dyer wins Democratic nomination in 3rd District race by Jane Williams

Jane Williams — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 15:22:16 +0000

CONGRATULATIONS! Keep up the good work.

Comment on When We Work Together, We Can Accomplish Anything by Linda Gahan

Linda Gahan — Fri, 28 May 2010 22:59:19 +0000

Great video on working toglether. THis is a positive attitude that All Americans need to hear and adopt with their whole heart. Thanks, Jane. —Linda Gahan

Comment on When We Work Together, We Can Accomplish Anything by Charlotte and Paul

Charlotte and Paul — Fri, 28 May 2010 18:43:51 +0000

We salute you Jane for your service in the Air Force and now for your willingness to run for elected office. You represent Clemson’s and America’s finest. Your proven leadership is greatly needed in Washington.

You’ll have our vote on June 8.

Charlotte and Paul Holmes

Comment on Kitchen Table #2: Jobs by Ellis Hughes

Ellis Hughes — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 19:06:09 +0000

Mr. Black,
Thank you for taking the time to express your concerns. The points you raise are vital ones to the future our nation. A strong defense must be a priority and making sure we have the material and trained manpower are key points. While it may not seem that we have the industrial capacity to supply our troops, we do through military contracts and Defense Department supply and logistics experts. I don’t believe the military-industrial relationship is in jeopardy.

The larger issue is getting people back to work in this country. I stay up nights fretting over this and spend a lot of time talking to people about what to do.

There is some good news. There have been handful of companies coming into our state. Not as many as I would like, but it’s a start. The jobs are high-tech jobs that will require our community colleges and research universities to provide the training and R&D. You and I both know government alone cannot fix our economic problems. What government can do is invest in education, roads and highways, airports and ports, and make sure the United States stands it ground in being treated fairly in world trade.

Do I have all the answers? Of course not. Having come from a big family and the military, I have learned long ago that “we” is stronger than “me.” We must work together, listen to the wide range of ideas and concerns and do what’s right for America, not give in to special interests. If you have ideas that can help us move ahead, I would appreciate you sharing them with me. I am seeking to represent you in Congress, which means knowing what constituents want and need. It’s not about what I want.

Again, thanks for taking the time to write me. I hope my response gives you reason to support me.

Jane Dyer

Comment on Kitchen Table #2: Jobs by Charles Black

Charles Black — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 18:56:12 +0000

Ms. Dyer:

I appreciate your concern for the unemployed and the creation of jobs; but if we focus only on transportation and energy, this country will never regain the enconomic strength it once enjoyed or ever acheive the low rates of unemployment we once enjoyed. Furthermore, our industrial base has so eroded in the name of “globalization” that if we ever have another major war, we would be unable to produce the weapons or materials necessary to fight it. For example, our textile industry is practically nonexistant, so who would make the uniforms, socks, backpacks, sleeping bags, etc. for our troops? Our steel industry has been so decimated that we would have difficulty of producing enough steel to make guns much less ships, tanks, etc. Can we even produce enough aluminum, copper, titanium, etc. to build airplanes, missles and other weapons and devices to just defend our country much less take the offensive? We don’t even make most of the tools to build and maintain them. Yet these are the jobs we are told that are not coming back due to “globalization”. Our leaders in Washington have gone complacent and blind to our strategic needs much less the importance of these industries to our economy and the jobs they produce. Mind you I am not a war hawk; but if history teaches anything, it teaches that if other countries perceive you as weak or complacent, they will attempt to take advantage of that country. Certainly, this was true of England and France with regard to Adolf Hitler prior to WWII. We are already seeing signs that China is strengthening its military and broadening its ambitions as a world power. Yet so much of the goods we import come from China that we have acquiesed our own factories and jobs for cheap Chinese imports. Therefore, I believe we must start protecting our strategic industries, factories and jobs from foreign imports. I know “Protectionism” is a capitalist dirty word these days but frankly I see no alternative. The so-called “Free Trade Agreements” are directly responsible for much of the insult that has happened to American industry. They should all be scrapped and renegotiated to ensure that there is “equal and fair trade” between the USA and any other country. This should include withdrawing from the World Trade Organization as clearly we have not received fair and equitable treatment within this body. I believe the threat of withdrawing from these agreements would have most other countries clamoring to adjust their trade policies to a more favorable position for our industries. If not, they would certainly come to the negotiating table ready to make a deal as they do not want to lose the most lucrative market in the world no matter how many billions of people China may have. However, we will not continue to be such a lucrative market in the future if action is not taken now to change the trade imbalances!!
My question to you is what will you do to retify this situation?

Comment on Kitchen Table #2: Jobs by Raymond Hawkinberry

Raymond Hawkinberry — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 16:37:44 +0000

Good job Jane.
Raymond

Comment on Kitchen Table #2: Jobs by Arthur F. Jones

Arthur F. Jones — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 16:35:27 +0000

Dear Mrs. Dyer:

This morning,(Friday, March 19, 2010), I raised the issue of creating “Weatherization Jobs” in South Carolina to Mr. Tim Kaine, Chairman, Democratic National Committee.

We met with Mr. Kaine at the South Carolina Democratic Party HQ’s in Columbia, South Caroina. Thank you for advancing the cause for jobs creation in South Carolina.