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2018 Election Results
Thank you everyone for all your love and support.
2018 was truly a great year, with your support we received the highest number of votes of ANY Libertarian Candidate in a three way race for State or Federal office in Texas.
With climbing numbers like this I'm reminded why I run, and it is because of all of you. To get our message out there and change opinion. Each year my platform and campaign planks become the actions and motivation the next election cycle. So we do indeed move the needle. 4 years ago I talked about unfair Property Taxes & Schools, now that is the agenda for 2019 Legislative session. This year I talked about fixing Pension Funds, and Healthcare, and I promise that will be the talk of the 2021 Texas Legislative session.
Without you, and your support we couldn't do it, so I sincerely thank you from my family to your's.
Thank you.
Together we can Win!
https://elections.sos.state.tx.us/elchist331_state.htm
It would be a 'black eye' on Texas if state's credit is downgraded, comptroller tells lawmakers
Four years ago as the 2014 Candidate for Texas Comptroller I warned the good people of Texas this was going to happen. Now it will because the people that were elected by Straight Party Voting don't have the qualifications to hold the offices they were elected to. I am qualified and ready to lead.
Together we can Win!
Libertarians talk taxes, marijuana legalization and government control
By Caleb Vierkant reporter@jacksonvilleprogress.com
Comptroller
Ben Sanders is running for the office of state comptroller. He was unable to attend the forum but addressed the audience via webcam. He has previous work experience with the Army and at NASA. He feels that the comptroller position is a very important one for a Libertarian to be in.
“One of the interesting things I keep hearing is a repeated message about asset forfeiture and the increased wealth of these elected officials who forget their title is 'civil servant,” He said. “One of the things that the comptroller's job, in addition to the 787 other things called out in the Texas Constitution, is to be the watchdog. The comptroller is not the friend of the other politicians. The comptroller's job is to keep a watchful eye on everybody else and to make sure they're doing what they're supposed to be doing. The comptroller is one of the few politicians that works for the citizens of the state of Texas as their accountant.”
Sanders pointed out that the comptroller's job also involves not only collecting taxes but also spending it on the people's behalf. He wants to lead the office with conservative fiscal values and economic/social freedom.
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TNM Endorses my campaign for a second time
2018 TNM Candidate Endorsements
After submitting the surveyed candidates to a vote of their membership, the members of the TNM have chosen to endorse my candidacy for Texas Comptroller. It is a great honor to be among the candidates, to have the support and endorsement of the TNM.
Kerry
McKennon - Libertarian Candidate for Lieutenant Governor
Lauren
LaCount - Libertarian Candidate for State Senator (Senate District 17)
Lee Santos -
Libertarian Candidate for State Representative
https://texasnationalist.com/2018-tnm-candidate-endorsements
Red White & Boom on the Bridge
State and Local Libertarian Candidates, in my continuing partnership with CBS radio here in Dallas, I have been cordially invited to sponsor a booth at this years Red, White, and Boom on the Bridge Event. This event is the official City of Dallas July 4 celebration which draws in 75,000+ people. As I am exclusively the only political campaign and party represented at the festival, I’d like to extend this opportunity to you to have a place at the booth and share the Libertarian message.
The beautiful Downtown Dallas skyline will light up with a fantastic fireworks show to celebrate America’s Independence Day.
The Westbound Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge will also be closed and open to pedestrians!
FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
Activities:
Fireworks show
Music
Local Performers...
Great Food
Vendors
Kids Activities
So much more!
NO COOLERS ALLOWED
Texas Tea Party is NOT keen on the GOP incumbent
Texas Tea Party is NOT keen on the GOP Texas Comptroller incumbent, and recommends no GOP member for Land Commissioner.
Equal Rights for Both Parents
Again in 2018 for the second time running I am proud to support and endorse The Father's Rights Movement. Equal Rights for Both Parents!
2018 State Convention of the Libertarian Party of Texas
Friday, April 13 through Sunday, April 15, 2018
Getting ready for an awesome 2018 State Convention of the Libertarian Party of Texas. I want to thank Anastasia Willford, party staff, members of SELC, our State Party officers, county chairs, and Party Chair John Wilford who have worked so hard to make this all possible. Thank you for all your hard work. Let's makes some change happen, and Together We Can Win!
Voting in Primary Declares Party Affiliation
Don’t Vote in the Primaries if you want to be a Libertarian Delegate
Dallas County Precinct Conventions - Tuesday, March 13, 2018
Dallas
County Convention - Saturday, March 17, 2018
State
Convention - April 13-15
Dallas County Libertarian Party
Texas has closed primaries, once a registered voter has in effect declared his or her party affiliation by voting for the nominees in a party's primary, that person cannot participate in the proceedings of another party.
Amazon erased $30 billion in market value for healthcare’s biggest companies
Amazon has disrupted fashion, books, furniture, food, cloud-based storage services, and much else besides. Now, it’s coming for one of the biggest, most complex industries…
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Dallas makes list of Amazon's HQ2 finalist cities
Amazon (Nasdaq: AMZN) announced Thursday morning that Dallas is among a list of finalist cities for its second corporate headquarters. By Jeff Jeffrey – National Digital Producer, The Business Journals
Non-Profit Organization Lone Star Statement endorses Ben Sanders for Texas Comptroller
The Non-Profit Organization Lone Star Statement endorses Ben Sanders for Texas Comptroller. https://www.facebook.com/LoneStarStatement
"Many candidates speak of what is best for Texas. May I be so bold as to suggest a slight change in verbiage? Rather than "Texas" which subconsciously implies "state" try "Texians" which says "people." "Ben Sanders is the best choice to serve Texians!" - Jay
TribTalk: A Libertarian's take on property taxes...
@vote4sanders, the Libertarian nominee for comptroller, on how he’d reform property taxes: http://tribtalk.org/2014/07/06/a-libertarians-take-on-property-taxes/
Together We Will Win This!!!
Tarrant County's BIG Meet 'n' Greet event
Libertarian Candidate Meet & Greet
Dozens of Libertarian candidates will be at the event!
Photos by Galen Orosco
Libertarian Campaign 2018 Stockyard Hotel
At the historic Stockyard Hotel, in Fort Worth, TX Lots of great people and candidates, looking forward to the State Convention.
Photos by: Galen Orosco
2014 Election Results
Numbers from early voting, 1% of Precincts are Reporting
Ben Sanders polling at 11% and climbing!
Latest UT/TT poll shows Libertarian Ben Sanders at 11% and climbing... It's now or never, you have a choice, you can have the career politician who've been caught cheating on his financial disclosure forms, or the former CFO of Exxon-Mobile. With a Doctorate in Business during my time at NASA and the US Army I use to hire Lawyers and CPAs, it time for real change. I am qualified and ready to lead! Vote Dr. Ben Sanders for Texas Comptroller!
I am qualified and ready to lead!
Endorsment
Proud to have received the endorsement of the Texas Nationalist Movement and their more than 190 thousand members. www.texasnationalist.com
Abbott Rulings an Issue in Enterprise Fund Controversy
As Texas Comptroller I promise this will NEVER happen again while I am in office. While Texas gave millions in taxpayers money to Republican donors, attorney general Greg Abbott - now a candidate for Governor - blocked the public from finding out about it. Politicians are NOT above the law. Austin is Broken, I am the man to fix it! I am qualified and ready to lead!
"...in a blistering state audit shows that at least five of the recipients that were named in Abbott’s 2004 rulings — and which got tens of millions of dollars from the fund — never actually submitted formal applications. And if no applications ever existed..."
http://www.texastribune.org/2014/09/27/abbott-rulings-issue-enterprise-fund-controversy/
Raise your credit score to 740
Economics 101 -- "How the Economic Machine Works." in just 30min
More corruption in the Texas Comptroller's Office...
When are Texans going to have enough? As Comptroller I will NOT tolerate this level of corruption. More mismanagement inside the Comptroller's office, and it's a big one.
Here's what you need to know: the San Antonio Express News reporte...d that $50 million from the Major Events Trust may have been paid improperly to Formula One. And guess what: our Comptroller brokered the deal, even though a comptroller's job is to make sure deals are done right.
As the watchdog the Comptroller can't be the deal maker. If the watchdog is the deal maker, you don't have a watchdog! See for yourself - we've got work to do!
National Endorsement
I am honored and proud to receive the National Endorsement of The Father's Rights Movement.https://www.facebook.com/Fathers4kids
Endorsment
I am equally proud and humbled to receive the support and endorsement of The Fathers' Rights Movement of Texas and happy to bring these issue to light for all Texans and their families.
https://www.facebook.com/texastfrm
Get your Commemorative Libertarian Porcupine mascot lapel pin before they are gone!
For a commemorative donation of $20.14 you’ll receive a limited edition first run Libertarian Porcupine mascot lapel pin. Each die struck pin has magnetic fastening, with a raised rim, hard enamel, and is burnished for that jewelry quality finish.
DallasNews Compare and Contrast the Candidates
Compare and Contrast the Candidates for Texas Comptroller on the DallasNews Voter's Guide Page. Select two people and see side-by-side.
http://c3.thevoterguide.org/v/dallas14/candidate-detail.do?id=13483765
Endorsment
Texas Tea Party endorses Ben Sanders for Texas Comptroller.
https://www.facebook.com/texasteaparty
Endorsment
The Non-Profit Organization Lone Star Statement endorses Ben Sanders for Texas Comptroller. https://www.facebook.com/LoneStarStatement
So tell me again who's to blame?
Raging Elephants Radio
Was on the air with Doc Green at AFP on Raging Elephants Radio. Thank you Doc Greene and Claver for having me on your show.
http://www.ragingelephantsradio.com/
Americans for Prosperity "Defending the American Dream Summit"
Having a great time at the AFP conference with Kathie Glass, Brandee Brown, and others. I was very surprised that none of the other Texas Comptroller Candidates were in attendance to such an important conference as Americans for Prosperity.
http://americansforprosperity.org/
Are Student Loans Ruining Your Life?
As Texas Comptroller I will resolve the Student Loan crisis for all Texans. Being a victim myself, 10 years and over $50k in legal fees, I know first hand how broken this system really is.
Student Loans Are Ruining Your Life. Now They’re Ruining the Economy, Too
Let Civil Servants who where there for us, had control of their own future...
See where I stand on the Issue with the State Pension funds and why Civil Servants should have the right to make their own decisions about retirement.
6 Reasons a 401(k) is Better Than a Pension
If Texas won't pay children's college, why would they pay your retirement?
If the State is willing to renege on Constitutionally mandated contracts with Children for their education and people who have 60 more years of voting. Why do you think the State will pay a retiree's pensions contracts when the funds have an unfunded liability of almost $54billion?
Dallas Sausagefest 2014
Thank goodness I'm better at balancing books than bull riding. As Texas Comptroller I won't give up, and will get right back on that bull.
Texas Economy is GREAT! and I'll make sure it stays that way.
The 50 state economies, from worst to first - No. 3: Texas
Since the discovery of vast oil reserves around the turn of the 20th century, Texas has been an economic powerhouse. Energy continues to be a huge part of the Texas economy, but many industries have a large presence in the state. Here's how Texas did on our measures:
- Texas had a 3.3 percent increase in nonfarm payroll jobs...
- The working-age population grew by 1.3 percent
- Exports grew by 4.1 percent to about $279 billion, solidifying Texas' lead in international exports among the states.
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Davy Crockett - Not Yours to Give
This is an excerpt from The Life of Colonel David Crockett, a book I have cherished since I was child. These ideas I will hold strong as Texas Comptroller.
The truth about the Texas Budget clear and easy...
Comparison of the last budget proposal-Fiscal Year Total Spending Percentage
2012-2013 $173.5 billion
2014-2015 $195.5 billion 11.5% Increase
Percentage wise this is where your money is going, and the problem is where to take money from. Now you can see where it is going. What would you cut to fund something else? The frightening thing is that the final vote on passage stood at 29-2 with only two voting no, Sen. Wendy Davis of Ft. Worth and Sen. Sylvia Garcia of Houston.
As Comptroller I will never lie or use emotional manipulation to coerce my fellow Texans, no matter how dire the circumstances you know you will always get the truth. My name is Ben Sanders and I want to be the next Comptroller of Texas. I am qualified and ready to lead.
http://www.lbb.state.tx.us/Documents/GAA/General_Appropriations_Act_2014-15.pdf
60 minutes interview: Ronald Reagan's opinion on Libertarianism
TribTalk: A Libertarian's take on property taxes...
@vote4sanders, the Libertarian nominee for comptroller, on how he’d reform property taxes: http://tribtalk.org/2014/07/06/a-libertarians-take-on-property-taxes/
A Libertarian's take on property taxes
New Campaign Anthem...
by, Bobby Watson
Brave new world: Will robots of the future be libertarians?
I love it...About time someone gets it!!! There is no one better suited to protect your money and tax dollars than a Libertarian.
5% of Texans would vote Sanders for Comptroller with 37% undecided.
Sanders releases 2013 Tax Returns to Texas Tribune
Ben Sanders is only Texas Comptroller candidate who voluntarily released their new 2013 Tax Returns to the Texas Tribune as a follow up to the story published on December 5th of 2013.
http://www.texastribune.org/2013/12/05/most-statewide-candidates-wont-release-tax-returns/
Aman Batheja
Reporter, The Texas Tribune
823 Congress Ave., Suite 1400, Austin, TX 78701
www.texastribune.org
(512) 716.8645
twitter: @amanbatheja
Campaign 18x12 Car magnets are in
The new Campaign 18x12 Car magnets in the colors of the Texas Flag are in if you would like me to send you a set for your car or truck and you live in Texas please go to www.vote4sanders.com and submit your name and information in the volunteer section.
Texas Campaign Finance Report Filing
Texas Campaign Finance Report Filing Acknowledgement for Sanders, Benjamin. This is to acknowledge the receipt and acceptance of your electronic filing. Your filing for Sanders, Benjamin was received and accepted by our system at WED January 15,2014 08:18:42 PM
Sanders is only Comptroller Candidate to Release Tax Returns
In the comptroller's race, Libertarian Ben Sanders was the only hopeful to provide tax returns. A spokesman for Rep. Harvey Hilderbran, R-Kerrville, said his campaign “intends to release tax returns but will do so on our own timetable.”
