Heather Ross

When Rhetoric Matters More Than Reality

Blame it on a desire to get noticed by a TV show. Blame it on an effort to whip up enthusiasm. Blame it whatever you want, but the trend in campaigns is for candidates to say more and more outrageous things, largely without any accountability from the voting public. In fact, as voters trend ... » Learn More about When Rhetoric Matters More Than Reality

"Constantin Querard can help you get elected to the Legislature if, and only if, you are what he describes as a "platform Republican" with uncompromising beliefs in the sanctity of life, pro-family issues, low taxes and the right to keep and bear arms...

...Yet the ire he raises might be matched by the respect and sympathy of supporters who view him as a highly motivated and intelligent campaign consultant for social conservatives; a sort of media-bullied rebel hero, thorn-in-the-side of the liberally biased creators and administrators of Arizona's system of publicly funded elections.

The more neutral observers will note his effectiveness, saying the election of [Querard's] clients, including Mr. Smith, has helped to create the most conservative Legislature to be seen in years..."