3/29/2012
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Warren Raftshol (231) 271-5650 or by email at raftshol@gmail.com.
or contact: Scotty Boman. 313-247-2052
scottyboman@hotmail.com

Detroit, MI - At 10:55 AM on Thursday, March 29th, 2012 Delphine Oden (a staff member of the Wayne County Clerk’s Office) refused to accept accept a petition for clarity review in defiance of Michigan election law. The petition targeted United States Senator Carl Milton Levin. Michigan election law provides for the recall of United States Senators, “168.121 United States senator; recall. Sec. 121. Persons holding the office of United States senator are subject to recall by the qualified and registered electors of the state as provided in chapter 36 of this act. (MCL Act 116 of 1954) ” Republican United States Senate candidate Scotty Boman said, “I am required to submit the petition to the board of county election commissioners for clarity review before circulating it. I was doing so in compliance with 168.952 of MCL Act 116 of 1954. The county clerk’s office is the place to do that according to Chapter 18 of The Election Officials' Accreditation Study Guide published June of 2011.”

According to Boman, “When I arrived at the office (around 10:45 AM) I informed Ms. Oden that I wished to submit a recall petition for clarity review. First she produced a printed statement directing me to file recall petitions with the state. The statement listed offices from which official may be recalled including United States Senator. I informed her that I was submitting the language for clarity review and not filing the signed petitions. She then left the counter for about 10 minutes and returned with an article entitled, “Recall of Legislators and the Removal of Members of Congress from Office.” I explained to her that she was rejecting a petition based on an opinion regarding content and that the Clarity Review process was only to establish clarity, not judge content. She still refused to accept the petition.” Section 168.952 states, “(3) The board of county election commissioners, not less than 10 days or more than 20 days after submission to it of a petition for the recall of an officer, shall meet and shall determine whether each reason for the recall stated in the petition is of sufficient clarity to enable the officer whose recall is sought and the electors to identify the course of conduct that is the basis for the recall. Failure of the board of county election commissioners to comply with this subsection shall constitute a determination that each reason for the recall stated in the petition is of sufficient clarity to enable the officer whose recall is being sought and the electors to identify the course of conduct that is the basis for the recall.”

“What is especially egregious here” says Boman “…is that she didn’t even give the review board a chance to look at the wording. All she did is hand me an article. The article is not an injunction, and it is not a law. In fact, this article doesn’t even address the notion of county staff members refusing paperwork submitted in compliance with state law. She has abused her position (under color of law) to deny the rights of Michigan voters guaranteed by Michigan law. Wayne County Clerk Cathy M. Garrett needs to instruct her to do her job. Otherwise, the clause about, Failure of the board of county election commissioners to comply… takes effect.”

The reason given for the recall was,

“He [Levin] co-authored and introduced S.1867 (the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012) which provides for the military arrest, and indefinite detention, of U.S. citizens without Constitutional due process (Subtitle D). He voted in favor of the final version (H.R. 1540). In so doing, he violated his oath or affirmation.”

Co-sponsor, Warren Raftshol, commented, “It's time to recall Carl Levin. Now.”

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11/5/2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Read more: http://www.atr.org/fifth-michigan-senate-candidate-signs-taxpayer-a6572#ixzz1d1tmtsew
CONTACT: John Kartch at (202) 785-0266 or by email at jkartch@atr.org.
or contact: Scotty Boman. 313-247-2052
http://www.boman12.org

WASHINGTON, DC— Libertarian activist Scotty Boman has signed the Taxpayer Protection Pledge in his race for Michigan’s U.S. Senate seat. The Pledge, sponsored by Americans for Tax Reform (ATR), commits signers to “oppose any and all efforts to increase the marginal income tax rates for individuals and/or businesses … and oppose any net reduction or elimination of deductions and credits, unless matched dollar for dollar by further reducing tax rates."

ATR has offered the Pledge to all candidates for federal office since 1987. To date, 41 U.S. Senators and 238 members of the U.S. House of Representatives have signed the Pledge. Additionally, thirteen governors and over 1,200 state legislators have signed the Pledge.

“I want to congratulate Scotty Boman for taking the Taxpayer Protection Pledge. The American people clearly showed their displeasure last November with the tax-and-spend policies coming from Washington. They want real solutions that create jobs, cut government spending, and get the economy going again,” said Grover Norquist, president of ATR.

“By signing the Pledge, Scotty Boman demonstrates that he understands the problems of hard-working taxpayers nationwide, but especially the taxpayers of Michigan.”

“I challenge all candidates for federal office to make the same commitment to taxpayers by signing the Taxpayer Protection Pledge today,” Norquist continued.

Americans for Tax Reform is a non-partisan coalition of taxpayers and taxpayer groups who oppose all tax increases. For more information or to arrange an interview please contact John Kartch at (202) 785-0266 or by email at jkartch@atr.org.

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Read more: http://www.atr.org/fifth-michigan-senate-candidate-signs-taxpayer-a6572#ixzz1d1ujYwrB

10/27/2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Scotty Boman. 313-247-2052

http://www.boman12.org
http://chaddewey.org/?p=402

Freeland, MI – Former Republican United States Senate hopeful, Chad Dewey, has endorsed College Professor Scotty Boman for United States Senate. Dewey posted the endorsement on his webpage on October 26th:

“It appears that there are now around 7 candidates in the spotlight for the 2012 U.S. Senate election for Michigan. More may enter the race, but there is one particular candidate that I feel everyone should focus on as I strongly agree with his stance on shrinking the size of government, free market principles, and strictly adhering to the Constitution – Scotty Boman. Please check out his web site to learn more about how he intends to help restore America at http://boman12.org and his Facebook campaign page.”

Until recently, Dewey was also seeking the Republican nomination for United States Senate. Dewey announced his withdrawal from the United States Senate race on September 12th. In the announcement he wrote, “So having been given sound advice by many in the direction to take going forward, I have officially removed myself from the U.S. Senate race as a Republican candidate. Instead, I am now running as a Republican State Representative candidate for Michigan’s 96th district in 2012. While I may be running for a different office, my principles and beliefs have not changed.”

Boman posted a brief reaction on his webpage, “I am flattered and honored to be endorsed by my former opponent Chad Dewey. He holds to the same principles as I do and I am sure he will make a fine State Representative if the voters in the 96th district give him a chance.”

Boman just received the Liberty Candidates endorsement on October 25th, and won the Campaign for Liberty straw poll on August 27th. Boman will be among the candidates participating in the West Michigan U.S. Senate Debate on August 19th in Richland Michigan.

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10/25/2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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• Individual Liberty
• Constitutional Government
• Sound Money
• Free Markets
• a Non-interventionist Foreign Policy.

This endorsement is the hallmark of a true Liberty Candidate. To qualify, Candidates must submit answers to the liberty questions (http://tinyurl.com/libertyapplication). Then, each application is voted on by a committee made up of peers and other liberty minded individuals. Each candidate’s website is visited by committee members to see that a candidate’s answers and his/her stance on the issues coincide.

If accepted, each Liberty Candidate is added to the Liberty-Candidates.org site with prominent links back to his/her site(s). All Liberty Candidates are eligible to participate in the Liberty Candidate Money Bombs.

With candidates like Scotty Boman serving the people at the city, county, state and federal level, there is real hope for change in America.

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9/9/2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Scotty Boman. 313-247-2052

http://www.boman12.org

Detroit, MI – College professor and long-time Libertarian activist Scotty Boman has formally announced his candidacy for United States Senate via press release as of September 9th 2011. He announced the formation of an exploratory committee at the Republican Convention on January 28th, and won the Campaign for Liberty Senatorial Straw Poll on August 27th. This is not the first time Boman has run for United States Senate. In 2008 Boman ran for Carl Levin’s seat as a Libertarian, and placed third in the general election. This time, however, Boman has targeted the Republican primary.

Boman cited media bias against minor party candidates, and the opportunities afforded by TEA Party groups as two of the reasons he is running as a Republican rather than a Libertarian. According to him, “Thanks in part to the TEA Party movement, candidate forums are popping up all over the state. This is a fundamental change from prior years when campaigns could start in the spring of an election year without missing any such events.”

He also, emphasizes the need for a contrasting major party alternative to incumbent Senator Debbie Stabenow. He is especially critical of Pete Hoekstra, “In 2008 over 700 billion dollars in spoils were taken from the American taxpayers and given to Wall Street billionaires. This was the spark that ignited the modern TEA Party movement. It was also one of the pivotal actions that contributed to the current depression. Then Senator Barack Obama and Congressman Pete Hoekstra were among the lawmakers who ignored the people, and gave into elitist scare tactics. To her credit, Senator Debbie Stabenow voted against the bailout. Any challenger will have a tough time claiming superior fiscal responsibility if he supported the Wall Street bailout.”

In 2008 Boman’s campaign ran TV commercials that were critical of major party candidates, such as Carl Levin, for supporting the Wall Street bailout deal.

Boman has been active in the Libertarian Party since the late 1980’s and has run for office in every state-wide election since 1994. He served as chair of the Libertarian Party of Michigan in 2006. In 1997 he received an endorsement from the Detroit News in his bid for the Detroit City Council.

Boman’s initial involvement in the Republican Party was motivated by his active involvement in the Ron Paul Campaign. He has been twice elected to the post of Republican Precinct Delegate in Michigan’s 13th district, and has served as a local organizer for the non-partisan Campaign for Liberty.

While the party of Scotty Boman’s candidacy has changed, Boman is vocally committed to the same objectives, “My immediate goal is to give voters the opportunity to vote for a candidate who consistently supports liberty. My goal for this election cycle is to be the most principled advocate of liberty in the United States Senate.

8/27/2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Scotty Boman. 313-247-2052

http://www.torunornottorun.org

Manchester, MI – College professor and long-time libertarian activist, Scotty Boman won a Senatorial straw poll at an event hosted by the Michigan Campaign for Liberty on Saturday August 27th. The event was the Michigan Campaign For Liberty 3rd Annual Liberty Festival. The straw poll, held at 4:00 PM, followed a festive Pig Roast at which guests met with vendors, ate home cooked food and participated in direct conversations with United States Senate hopefuls.

Other attendees included Cornerstone Schools founder Clark Durant who recently declared himself a candidate for United States Senate, the family of conservative activist Gary Glenn, and supporters of businessman Peter Konetchy. Staw Poll winner Scotty Boman announced the formation of an exploratory committee at the Michigan Republican Convention in January.

The complete results were:

Scotty Boman 30
Gary Glenn 19
Clark Durant 6
Peter Konetchy 6
Jimmy Shiel 4
Randy Hekman 3
Rick Wilson 1
Pete Hoekstra 1
Debbie Stabenow and Chad Dewey received no votes.

Boman said, “I am pleased with the results of the poll. I expected to do well, but had not expected to win by such a large margin. Either way it was a great chance to talk to so many fantastic individuals in a relaxed setting.” Boman has yet to formally declare his intent to run for the office: “I am still testing the waters, but today’s wave of support makes me feel more inclined to jump in.” Boman said.

1/28/2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Scotty Boman. 313-247-2052

Scotty Boman Launches Senatorial Exploratory Committee
http://www.torunornottorun.org

Grand Rapids, MI - Scotty Boman Launched Senatorial Exploratory Committee at the State Republican convention.

College professor and veteran libertarian activist Scotty Boman announced the formation of an exploratory committee for the purpose of testing the waters for a United States Senate run. Boman said, “I believe voters deserve a chance to replace Debbie Stabenow with someone who truly advocates less government and more liberty in all areas. I have yet to see a candidate step forward who offers such a choice. I have decided to test the waters to see if I can be that choice. Today I launch the Committee to Elect Scotty Boman for that purpose. I am taking a serious look at the Republican Primary. Anyone interested in volunteering or contributing may do so at ToRunOrNotToRun.org.”

Boman made the announcement before a group of delegates at the Republican State Convention where he was serving as an alternate. Boman was a Republican State convention delegate in both 2009 and 2010.

Boman ran for United States Senate in 2008, but received less than two percent of the vote. On his website Boman writes, “This committee’s primary purpose is to evaluate the wisdom of this venture, but part of that process will be to look into how I might do things differently.” In 2008 he was the nominee of the Libertarian Party of Michigan, now he is appealing to Republicans.

Scotty Boman was born in Detroit and is a life-long Michigan resident. Boman received an BS in physics and philosophy and an MA in physics from Western Michigan University. He also has a Masters in Teaching from Wayne State University. He is currently serving as a part-time professor at Wayne County Community College District and Macomb Community College. He teaches physics, astronomy and mathematics. He also works as a substitute in suburban school districts. Scotty Boman has been living on Detroit’s Eastside for the last eight years.