First let me say congrats to the Primary Winners Al Nalley and Joe Hooe, it’s in your hands now. Remember what’s important, stay focused on the message and deliver a product that the electorate can count on. Until of course I return in 4 years. “AUGIE in 2014!”

Second, having had this experience has given me an education that quite frankly cannot be taught, you have to experience it. The lessons learned, invaluable, and the friends gained are many. Although I am disappointed, I remain proud to have had the opportunity and most definitely impressed with my performance at the polls.

Finally, to all of my supporters, I want to thank you for all of your time, and if I can make one last request of you…please don’t stop now, the fight is just beginning. Find your candidate and continue to use your talents to help return Maryland to it’s rightful owners, and save it for our children and grandchildren.

“Did you know Thomas Jefferson’s nickname as a young man was Augie too.”

LOL, I’m not going anywhere, see you around!

In Liberty,

Augie

Candidate Commentary: Although pleased with the endorsement of a panel, endorsement of the people is most important. Your support has been overwhelming, and you encouragement motivating. Thanks for all the well wishes!

We cannot change what we do not challenge!

Our endorsements for candidates in the Sept. 14 primary election were a consensus of the Baltimore County editorial board of Patuxent Publishing Co., publishers of this newspaper. The core of our endorsement process was the editorial board conducting face-to-face meetings with all candidates for a particular office in the same room at the same time. As candidates answered our questions in turn, we were able to more closely compare their respective insights, views and temperaments.
But our decisions were not based exclusively on these voluntary meetings, and in some cases attendance was impossible for some candidates. In those instances, and as part of the overall process, we also took into account public statements, writings, résumés, other interviews and voting records.
Below are our recommendations for the contested primaries. We do not endorse in uncontested races. We also do not endorse in parts of the county where our newspapers do not circulate.
Ultimately, the decision rests with you, our readers and other county voters. To help the voters, our newspapers carry the Baltimore County League of Women Voters’ Primary Election Guide this week. The guide includes information on candidates in each of the races. We urge all citizens to make their choices known by exercising their right to vote.

District 12A Republicans

District 12A straddles the border between Howard and Baltimore counties. The four Republican contenders split along geographical lines, with two Lansdowne residents and two Catonsville.

We’re splitting that ticket in endorsing Brian Matulonis, from Lansdowne, and David Aughenbaugh,from Catonsville. Both are newcomers to the political scene.

As fresh faces, they bring a better chance for a Republican victory, as both Albert Nalley and Joe Hooe have been rejected by area voters in past elections.

In addition to offering a broader perspective in terms of geography, this combination would also bring complementary skill sets.

Matulonis, a Baltimore police officer, could put his experience in public safety to good use as the legislature prioritizes that part of its stressed budget.

Aughenbaugh has some concrete ideas about managing the state’s finances that would at least provide a jumping-off point for negotiation. As an engineer for Verizon, he certainly has some knowledge that would prove valuable as the legislature delves into telecommunications issues.

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It’s Crunch Time folks! We need the big push, energy and volunteers to contact me directly to see how you can help please email or call me directly! augie@augie4delegate.org or 410-430-2271 (leave a message if I am not available)

Any contribution will help, $100, $50 or even $10 will help us spread the word.  Please click on the Bumper Sticker below, you will be redirected to my website.

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In Liberty,

Augie

I recently read the following article, entitled: Toxic Leadership: When Grand Illusions Masquerade as Noble Visions* – by Jean Lipman-Blumen, in the article the author attempts “to consider the plight of followers caught in the thrall of toxic leaders, who first charm, then manipulate, and ultimately leave their followers worse off than they found them...”

Today, I am 44, yep, born in 1966 on August 9. Way too many birthdays pass without realizing that so much goes on during the preceding 364 days, then BAM, you are another year older. What happens when you are living your life? when you weren’t looking?
Here’s an example:
I attended a very special party yesterday, for a young lady (my other daughter) whom has been a part of our extended family, as she ready’s herself for the ‘next stage’ of her life, College! We have known this young lady and her family for nearly 19 years, as neighbors, as friends and now our friendship has grown into something closer to family. A family relationship than many folks can’t claim within their own. She is no doubt ready for this stage of her life, and although we were celebrating this event, when it came time to leave, the emotions that come over us are no easier to handle. For goodness sakes this is not goodbye, this is just a celebratory send off. Right?
We tend to live our lives with total disregard sometimes for the changes that happen around us. I recently spoke to a group of supporters, I spoke to this phenomenon and described it as a “Rip Van Winkle’ moment. Your own experience as an example, You leave home, go to college or begin your life’s work, then all of a sudden years pass, many birthdays, and in a ‘fog’ you are preparing your child for that same event you experienced years before.
The only motivation that I have ever needed to justify the reason for my candidacy has been to be an advocate for those whom are preparing to begin this stage of life, and those waiting in the wings. There needs to be some comfort knowing that we have not left our children and grandchildren holding the bag. They to will at some point, live these sleepy times when so much happens in the blink of an eye.
I am not sure how many more birthdays I will have, but I leave you with this…I am no longer going along in the sleepy manner I had in the previous 25+ years of my life. Participating in the process of government is not just going to happen as a candidate or delegate, preserving the future for those whom are next, is up to all of the citizens of this state and nation. We MUST leave something for the “kids”, that something is NOT  ’bigger government’.

Kelsey, you will spend the next four years, learning lessons that will carry you through the remainder of your life. You’ve been well prepared and you will be a success in whatever you chose to pursue. Good Luck! We LOVE YOU! And while you are living your life, I’ll do my best to keep the government off your back and out of your pockets.

Mr Dave

This all happened when I wasn’t looking…

David “Augie” Aughenbaugh

BIO: Focused Husband, Father & Friend – That’s pretty much all you need to know…My interests are purely focused on family and for all law abiding citizen’s of Maryland.  I have been married for 21 years, raising two awesome children and have a great network of friends and supporters. I have been working since I was 12 years old, always looking to fulfill those three pillars and have measured my success through these three very simple things. My intent was never to be, nor is it now, to be a politician rather a ‘voice’ for people like me that have worked hard to be a good husband, father, friend and citizen.

For the past 20+ years in the telecommunications field, demanding yet rewarding, I have the same desire to serve the people of Maryland, ethics and focus on opportunity for other Maryland folks that choose to follow similar paths.

Education: “School of hard knocks”, everything I have learned has been through living a life of hard work & real life experiences. Along the way ( from tradesman to engineer) I’ve been fortunate to experience some college coursework, and a lot of technical classes specifically for my many jobs in the industry. Looking back, I regret that I never finished college…but hard work has made me a success and leader in my field and for that I am very grateful.

Party Affiliation: Republican (Libertarian Leanings)

Political Experience: NONE

Political Philosophy: The ingredients for ‘good government’ are pretty simple. “Balanced” representation is vital to the process of government. Until such time as the legislature is no longer dominated by a single party, the issues important to some are not even considered for debate.

“Until we get a seat at the table, we cannot expect our voice will be heard!”

Note: There is NOT one Democrat in the MD General Assembly that can or will make that statement.  They hold all the power and dominate the ’seats’

• Cut Spending – Restore a true balanced budget, Uncle Sam is broke too we can’t rely on him. We are all expected to operate in a manner that is responsible to support our families, shouldn’t the Government exercise the same practices?
• Cut Taxes – Keep more of what you earn, I trust that Maryland families and businesses are smarter than policies that discourage growth and opportunity. By cutting taxes or at the very least holding the line on taxes, we create opportunity.
• Limit the reaches of Government – by exercising the two points above, the expansion of Government is held in check or at the very least stifled.
• Individual Responsibility and Liberties – The boundaries of Government have been expanded into every facet of our lives, they have adopted the policies and practices of a ‘true nanny’ state. There are many whom have become reliant upon the government, in many cases through no fault of their own, this doesn’t create anything but a larger ‘entitlement’ class.
• BE BOLD – Everyone in Government wants to say they ‘do the hard work’…Hardly an attempt made, in my opinion, but in order for us to attack the real issues facing our State and the habits Government been accustom to forcing upon families and businesses…THE ENTIRE BUDGET, THE ENTIRE BUDGET must be up for scrutiny and CUTS!

Campaign Website: augie4delegate.org

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Citizens to Elect David Aughenbaugh
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Baltimore, MD 21244

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In Liberty,

Augie