Candidate’s Message

America is losing its way. Our economy is fragile. The gap between rich and poor is widening. The middle class is being squeezed out, as good jobs are exported by the thousands. Illegal immigration is polarizing the country. Education is suffering. Health care costs are soaring, while millions remain uninsured, many of them children. All the while, the federal debt has grown to astronomical heights. In short, the symptoms of Bush-Bonner's politics of failure are all around us. And there's no end to it. (natural penis enlargement exercises)

Moreover, our standing in the world has been diminished. We are at war on two fronts with no end in sight, as the President doggedly pursues go-it-alone policies that have cost us the respect and cooperation of much of the world. Even our steadfast allies have grown leery of America's judgment and global leadership. Meanwhile, here at home, our civil rights are being abused increasingly in the name of homeland security.(the worlds biggest penis)

The politics of Bush-Bonner ideology put us in this fix, and partisanship - left and right - threatens to keep us there. We need change! With your vote, we can start by replacing Jo Bonner's "my President, right or wrong" brand of politics with Congressional representation that reflects the interests of all the people of the First District not just the special interests of Bush-Bonner.(how to make your penis bigger)

My intent is to be a bridge between the ideological extremes that get in the way of the people's business. With Ben Lodmell, you get what you see - a lifelong Democrat and a pragmatist with a social conscience and a commitment to fiscal responsibility. My priorities are the people's priorities -

  • Fiscal restraint;
  • Affordable healthcare;
  • Improved education;
  • Energy independence;
  • A stronger middle class,;
  • More and better jobs;
  • An improvement in America's standing in the world.

So, when it comes time for your to vote, ask yourself if you are better off with Jo Bonner in Congress. Then cast your vote for Ben Lodmell - and vote for change. (very long penis)

"The past does not have to be our future." - Ben Lodmell

Bush-Bonner gang kills energy bill »

December 10, 2007 - When the Bush-Bonner gang torpedoed the Energy Bill last week it was "a near-perfect example of corrupt government at work," according to a statement issued today by Ben Lodmell, Democratic candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives from Alabama's first congressional district.


Bonner opposed to kids health care»

October 18, 2007 - Representative Jo Bonner once again has shamelessly proven he is "Bush's man in Mobile." Today the three-term Congressman from Alabama's First Congressional District voted to defeat a bi-partisan House override of last week's Presidential veto of legislation calling for an expansion of the federally-subsidized State Children's Health Care Program.

Lodmell begins fundraising campaign»

October 9, 2007 - Ben Lodmell, Democratic candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives from Alabama's First Congressional District, today said he expects to raise about $250,000 by the end of 2007 as "a start-up fund for the launch of an aggressive and issues-oriented challenge" against three-term incumbent Republican Congressman Jo Bonner in next year's election.

Bonner 'franking privilege' questioned»

September 24, 2007 - Ben Lodmell, Democratic candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives from Alabama's First Congressional District, asked the House Franking Commission to investigate possible misuse of the franking privilege by Mobile's three-term Republican Congressman Jo Bonner.

Troops in 'Harms Way' at Home»

December 3, 2007 - I wonder if Bush’s man in Mobile, Republican Congressman Jo Bonner, missed the St. Louis Post-Dispatch story on the soldier who suffered a nervous breakdown after collecting body parts during two tours of bloody carnage in Iraq? I wonder if Jo knows the Army discharged that soldier, claiming he had a “personality disorder” that pre-dated his military service and not post-traumatic stress syndrome.

On demonizing democrats»

October 29, 2007 - Nothing could better illustrate what’s terribly wrong with hate-based politics than the October 29 letter in the Press-Register titled “Be careful voting Democratic.” From start to finish the letter is utter nonsense, a distortion of reality and a sin more against principled Republicans than his targeted Democrats.

Troops should be withdrawn»

September 19, 2007 - Excuse me? Did Congressman Jo Bonner actually say those "dad gum reporters" at the Associated Press took him out of context when he was quoted as saying, the “patience of the American people has worn thin” on the Iraq war?

'Carpet bagger' claims are nonsense»

September 14, 2007 - With all due respect to any who question my candidacy for Congress from District One because of the relatively short time I have lived in Mobile, I don't intend to downplay "accusations of carpet bagging" during my campaign. I intend to refute them wholeheartedly.

New approach to immigration reform»

September 13, 2007 - As a Democratic candidate for Congress from Alabama's First District, it may surprise some that I support an earlier attempt by Republican senators Jeff Sessions of Alabama and Lindsey Graham of South Carolina to resolve the polarizing issue of immigration reform a piece at a time, starting but not ending with effective border security.

The Issues

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  • Strengthening our Democracy
  • Comprehensive Government Reform
  • A Champion for Women
  • Restoring America's Standing
  • Supporting Parents & Caring for Children
  • Keeping Promises to Veterans
  • Energy Independence & Global Warming Fight
  • Ending the War in Iraq
  • Providing Affordable Healthcare
  • Strengthening the Middle Class

Ben will offer opinions on these issues as the campaign progresses.