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Call To All Republicans: Jeandron Precinct Walk Saturday

By Darin Schemmer | 10/15/08

Friends, with 20 days remaining, it's going to take every last effort to secure Republican victory in the 80th Assembly District and we need your help today!  Gary Jeandron is the clear choice for responsible leadership; be a part of the effort to send the opposition packing.   Join us as we walk for CHIEF GARY JEANDRON Republican Candidate for the 80th Assembly District Hosted by: ASSEMBLYMAN JOHN J. BENOIT Rancho Mirage Republican... read more »

Benoit Earns General Election Endorsement From The Desert Sun

By Darin Schemmer | 10/02/08

The Desert Sun endorsed Assemblyman John J. Benoit for the 37th State Senate District, praising Benoit as a "consensus builder" and agreeing with Benoit's political priorities in keeping taxes low and promoting higher education to stimulate local job growth. The newspaper's editorial board highlighted Benoit's accomplishments in the State Assembly as reason to continue "building rapport across the aisle" in the State Senate: "Early in his... read more »

Benoit Law Targeting False 911 Callers Highlighted by NBC

By Darin Schemmer | 08/11/08

NBC News recently featured legislation by Assemblyman John J. Benoit that cracks down on false 911 calls in a special report on non-emergency calls made on 911 lines.   The news report touched on a troubling trend across the country with 911 emergency systems being tied down with frivolous phone calls.   Illustrative of this trend is one Florida man who dialed 911 numerous times to complain about mayonnaise and mustard being left off... read more »

The Desert Sun Newspaper Endorses Benoit for Senate

By Darin Schemmer | 05/19/08

Yesterday, The Desert Sun endorsed Assemblyman John J. Benoit for the 37th State Senate seat over rival Russ Bogh, praising Benoit as a "known consensus builder who listens to his constituents and works well with other lawmakers."  The newspaper's editorial board contrasted the two candidates by citing an impressive record of accomplishment and ability to take principled stands:   "Benoit, 57, of Bermuda Dunes, now represents the 64th... read more »

Despite Defeat, RJ's Law Receives National Attention

By Darin Schemmer | 04/04/08

Cross-posted from Barry Nestande's post on the Flash ReportAt the start of the school year, my boss, Assemblyman Benoit, announced a new contest for high-schoolers in Riverside County, called "There Ought To Be A Law." This was a simple idea to promote civic involvement among our students, and it turned out to surpass all of my expectations! First, we were greatly impressed by the more than 200 submissions we received, a commendable effort by... read more »

WILDOMAR: The Birthing of a City

By Darin Schemmer | 04/02/08

On February 5, voters in the approximately 22-square-mile community wedged on the west side of the I-15 corridor between Lake Elsinore and Murrieta, approved Measure C, which effectively incorporated this community as the City of Wildomar, the 25th city in the County of Riverside and the newest-comer since the incorporation of Temecula in 1991.  As we see the same incorporation process taking place this June in Menifee, it's certainly been... read more »

Popular Conservative GOP Power Couple Shawn and Michelle Steel Endorse Benoit

By Darin Schemmer | 04/01/08

The Benoit for Senate campaign continues to build and attract significant local support and is proud to announce the endorsement of Shawn and Michelle Steel.  Shawn is a former California Republican Party Chairman and Michelle was elected to the State Board of Equalization in 2006.   "John Benoit is the kind of leader we need to stay in the legislature," said former CRP Party Chair Shawn Steel.  "We can trust John to uphold our... read more »

Newspaper Joins Bogh Apology Watch: Day 19

By Darin Schemmer | 03/25/08

The Desert Sun editorial board recently weighed in and exposed a series of false public allegations cast by Russ Bogh against Assemblyman John J. Benoit:Russ Bogh owes his opponent in the state Senate race an apology for making a baseless accusation.Bogh accused his opponent, Assemblyman John Benoit, of filing "shady campaign reports" that have "hidden over $80,000" and failing to comply with state law. Those are serious allegations. There was... read more »

Newspaper Rebuts Russ Bogh's Latest False Charge: Apology Watch Stretches to Day 6

By Darin Schemmer | 03/12/08

Assemblyman John Benoit has demanded an apology from Russ Bogh for the false charges revealed in the Desert Sun newspaper:   Senate race: A missed punch on campaign filings? Desert Sun, Monday March 10, 2008 Everyone knows the race for Jim Battin's 37th Senate seat is going to include some jabs. And it got ugly last week when former assemblyman Russ Bogh challenged Assemblyman John Benoit to explain "shady" campaign reports and why he... read more »

Rancho Mirage Mayor and Entire City Council Endorse Benoit for Senate

By Darin Schemmer | 03/10/08

The Benoit for Senate campaign continues to build and attract significant local support and is proud to announce the endorsement of all five members of the "Playground of the Presidents" - Rancho Mirage City Council:  Mayor Dana Hobart, Mayor Pro Tem Ron Meepos, and Councilmembers Richard Kite, Gordon Moller, and Alan Seman.   "I am honored to have the trust and unanimous endorsement of the Rancho Mirage City Council," remarked... read more »