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Monday, August 4, 2014

*BREAKING* Joe Haveman Denies Involvment In Fake Robocall, WMP Confirms He Sent Suspicious Second Call Immediately Blaming Geoff Haveman


The Detroit News has been covering the robocall controversy this morning, with reporter Chad Livengood taking to Twitter.

" Rep. Joe Haveman, R-Holland, just called...denies any involvement in robo call claiming Republican he endorsed is really a Democrat. #miLEG"

In another tweet, Livengood wrote:

"BULLETIN: Anonymous person offering $1K reward for info on robocall in Ottawa County's 90th House district"

West Michigan Politics has also confirmed that Joe Haveman did indeed send a second robocall very shortly after the first suspicious call went out.

(A press release this morning had claimed Joe Haveman immediately sent out a second call blaming Geoff Haveman for the first call)


*READ MORE ABOUT THIS STORY AND LISTEN TO THE CONTROVERSIAL ROBOCALL HERE*

Livengood also posted a picture of part of the press release multiple entities received:

BREAKING: Release Claims Joe Haveman Orchestrated "Fake" Robocall, $1,000 Reward Offered For Information, WMP Obtains Audio

In a press release sent out this morning, an anonymous individual is offering a $1,000 reward for any information regarding an extremely controversial robocall that went out Sunday night to voters in the 90th State House District.

The release claims Joe Haveman had something to do with the call. The individual also claims Joe Haveman responded to the fake call with a robocall of his own in less than an hour. Joe Haveman blamed Geoff Haveman for the call.

In a separate email, WMP has obtained a copy of the audio of the robocall. We are still working to confirm whether or not Joe Haveman sent out a robocall in response. (Please email us at westmipolitics@gmail.com with any information on either robocall)

LISTEN TO THE ROBOCALL HERE

Haveman
The initial robocall, from the seemingly non-existent "Ottawa County Progressive Alliance," went out Sunday asking Democrats to cross over and vote for Garcia.

READ THE SENTINEL ARTICLE HERE









The individual writes:

"I am offering a $1,000 reward for anyone who can produce information that concretely links a group or individual to that robocall.

Less than an hour and a half after I received the initial "fake" call, I received a response from Joe Haveman via robocall.

The time it takes to make the decision to respond, write a script, record the script a couple times, send it to the robocall company,and blast it out and how fast Joe responded is extremely suspicious. Robocalls can go out quick, but this was too quick. A friend received a call from Joe before I did, so it seems Joe responded in less than an hour's time. This is really fishy, this is Chicago style stuff.

Joe Haveman's call attacked Geoff Haveman, saying he was responsible for the robocall without any evidence whatsoever.

Haveman and Arlan Meekhof are desperate. They have been running a smear campaign against Geoff Haveman for the last three weeks and it hasn't worked."


The email reads in full:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
AUGUST 4, 2014
JOE HAVEMAN MAY BE RESPONSIBLE FOR FAKE ROBOCALL
$1,000 REWARD OFFERED

I believe State Representative Joe Haveman is likely responsible for the robocall that went out in the 90th District Sunday.

 I am offering a $1,000 reward for anyone who can produce information that concretely links a group or individual to that robocall.

Less than an hour and a half after I received the initial "fake" call, I received a response from Joe Haveman via robocall.

The time it takes to make the decision to respond, write a script, record the script a couple times, send it to the robocall company,and blast it out and how fast Joe responded is extremely suspicious. Robocalls can go out quick, but this was too quick. A friend received a call from Joe before I did, so it seems Joe responded in less than an hour's time. This is really fishy, this is Chicago style stuff.

Joe Haveman's call attacked Geoff Haveman, saying he was responsible for the robocall without any evidence whatsoever.

Haveman and Arlan Meekhof are desperate. They have been running a smear campaign against Geoff Haveman for the last three weeks and it hasn't worked. I believe one of two things happened:

1. Garcia had someone friendly to her send the so called fake robocall, and it backfired big time. Garcia has sent literature to Democrats and holds many views friendly to their cause. She's desperate and wants Democrat votes. She may have gotten such a negative response from the call that they had Joe come in and blame it on Geoff Haveman.

2. A more sinister view would be that they planned the whole thing all along. They did the robocall courting Democrats, blamed it on Geoff Haveman, and now instead of talking about her support of extremely liberal policies, we're talking about some robocall.

Either way, Joe Haveman and Daniela Garcia are likely involved with the "fake" robocall. Any individual who can produce information that links an individual or group to this robocall in a concrete manner will receive a $1,000 reward. Please email me at robocallreward@gmail.com to facilitate.

I am withholding my identity, as the establishment forces behind Garcia will come after me in the future, they wouldn't let me win a race for dog catcher.



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Garcia is in a heated fight for the State House seat, her chief rival being Geoff Haveman, a lawyer in Zeeland. She also faces Bob Harsen and David Kroll.

The race has been extremely nasty, with State Senator Meekhof even taking to the radio to chastise Haveman for a late report Meekhof himself turned in late and was fined by the state $5,000 for.

Current State Rep. Joe Haveman's wife took to Facebook with accusations against Geoff Haveman-WMP discovered those allegations were not true.

 Joe Haveman also has said that "the libertarians" "are trying to steal the election by running another Haveman," implying he has ownership over the election and the Haveman name.

***READ MORE About the 90th District Race BELOW***



From "ObamaCare" to "Common Core": 10 Things You Need to Know From The LWV 90th District Debate

Haveman vs. Haveman: You Decide

West Shore Forum recap

Hudsonville Debate Recap

Mystery Solved: Garcia Chose Hudsonville Political Meeting Over OCP Debate




Saturday, August 2, 2014

State Senate Candidate Sarah Howard Addresses Meekhof/Haveman Controversy

In a statement regarding the recent controversy surrounding State Senator Arlan Meekhof and 90th District State House candidate Geoff Haveman

(Meekhof blasted Haveman for a report that Meekhof himself also turned in late. Gongwer picked up on WMP's reporting and discovered Meekhof was fined over $5,000 for violations. Click here for more.)

 Meekhof's opponent in November, lawyer Sarah Howard, said the following:
Howard


"I agree that it is vitally important to comply with campaign finance filing rules," Howard said. "The rules are complicated and it's easy to see how a candidate could incur fines for accidental mistakes.

However, I feel fortunate to have a great team that understands and adheres to the rules. As far as Senator Meekhof goes, it would seem he should be very careful before throwing stones (at Geoff Haveman) from a glass house."

Meekhof

***READ MORE About the 90th District Race BELOW***



From "ObamaCare" to "Common Core": 10 Things You Need to Know From The LWV 90th District Debate

Haveman vs. Haveman: You Decide

West Shore Forum recap

Hudsonville Debate Recap

Mystery Solved: Garcia Chose Hudsonville Political Meeting Over OCP Debate




Friday, August 1, 2014

Breaking: Ottawa Dems Chairman Zylstra Blasts Meekhof Over Haveman Controversy

When asked for comment on the controversy surrounding State Senator Arlan Meekhof's heated attack on 90th District State House candidate Geoff Haveman, Ottawa County Democratic Party Chairman Doug Zylstra referred the Senator to Matthew 7:3. 

"Why do you see the speck that is in your brother’s eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye?"

(Meekhof blasted Haveman for a report that Meekhof himself also turned in late. Gongwer picked up on WMP's reporting and discovered Meekhof was fined over $5,000 for violations. Click here for more.)

Meekhof is clearly attacking Haveman because he is worried about the prospects of the candidate the Republican establishment has vehemently pushed, Daniela Garcia.
Zylstra

"They aren't attacking Kroll," Zylstra said. " But yeah, of course, if you think the other guy has got a good shot, (you attack.)"

Zylstra is also a County Commission candidate, giving Democrats the best chance in decades to take a County seat.

Meekhof's challenger, attorney Sarah Howard, had no comment at this time on the controversy.








Meekhof


Breaking: Amash's Opponent Brian Ellis Urges Dems To Vote In Republican Primary "Mississippi Style"

The circus continues in what has been called "the nastiest primary" of the year by DC news outlets.

In a page straight out of the Thad Cochran playbook, mailers sent to Democrats at the last minute from Brian Ellis, the primary challenger for Justin Amash, are urging Democrats to vote for Ellis in the Republican primary Tuesday because he will be "reasonable," unlike Amash.

"You can remove Justin Amash from Office by voting in the Republican Primary," the mailer touts...

Mr. Ellis would face a write in campaign from Amash before he went anywhere, and with Amash's lead of nearly 25%, he should be ok. 

(WMP spoke to multiple individuals who do not typically receive Republican mail-they identify as Democrats and got these flyers.)

See mailers below:




Rep. Joe Haveman Says "The Libertarians" Are Trying To "Steal The Election By Running Another Haveman"


In a statement from Joe Haveman, the State Rep. warns "the libertarians" are trying to "steal this election" by "running another Haveman," implying he has some sort of ownership over the election and the Haveman name...

 Joe Haveman said:

"It has been an absolute honor to serve you in Lansing as your State Representative. Over the past four years, we have been able to address some the greatest policy challenges the state has ever faced and have set Michigan on a course that will pay dividends for years to come.

For all intents and purposes, especially since the Democrat opponent has withdrawn, on August 5th you will elect my replacement. I strongly encourage you to vote for Daniela Garcia. Daniela will immediately begin where we have left off in making Michigan the comeback state. She shares our conservative values and her background in education and health care policy will be a major asset in Lansing.

...(T)he libertarians are trying to steal this election by running another Haveman. Please vote for the candidate endorsed by local residents and our community leaders. Please vote Daniela Garcia for State Representative on August 5th."

The must watched 90th District Primary culminates on Tuesday...

***READ MORE About the 90th District Race BELOW***



From "ObamaCare" to "Common Core": 10 Things You Need to Know From The LWV 90th District Debate

Haveman vs. Haveman: You Decide

West Shore Forum recap

Hudsonville Debate Recap

Mystery Solved: Garcia Chose Hudsonville Political Meeting Over OCP Debate


 


Thursday, July 31, 2014

BREAKING: Gongwer Picks Up WMP Article, Reveals Meekhof Was Fined Over $5,000

Breaking: Gongwer Picks Up on West Michigan Politics article, Reveals Meekhof Forced To Pay Over $5,000 in Fines...

In an article released Thursday evening, Gongwer News Service wrote:

Meekhof
"Senate Majority Floor Leader Arlan Meekhof unloaded on a Republican candidate for the House in his home county earlier this week, forcefully taking sides in what is one of the key GOP primaries to be decided next week.

Mr. Meekhof (R-West Olive) blasted Geoff Haveman of Hudsonville, one of the two leading candidates for the Republican nomination in the 90th House District. Mr. Meekhof has endorsed Daniela Garcia of Holland in that race to succeed term limited Rep. Joe Haveman (R-Holland), who is a distant relative of Geoff Haveman and who has also endorsed Ms. Garcia.



Haveman

In the race, virtually every establishment Republican group has endorsed Ms. Garcia. Tea party forces are supporting Mr. Haveman."

Ms. Garcia submitted her report on time. However, she paid a $30 fee to the Department of State earlier this year after submitting her statement of organization papers three days late. In 2011, Mr. Meekhof had to pay $5,350 in fees to the department for failing to submit late contribution reports on contributions he received just prior to the 2010 election....

See more at: http://www.gongwer.com/programming/news.cfm?article_id=531480108#sthash.q30adWyk.dpuf


West Michigan Politics readers knew first:

http://westmipolitics.blogspot.com/2014/07/breaking-meekhof-and-garcia-broke-same.html