Johnson claims Higher Taxes saves money

Tara Johnson - Padesky claims on increasing taxes: "I am voting for this budget with great appreciation that we are not having to make tougher decisions than we have already made." Can she be serious? She appreciates not having to make the tough decisions, WOW, we thought that's what she was elected to do....
In addition, Johnson believes it "saves us money and improves on the quality of services we provide." Ask Johnson - Padesky to explain how RAISING TAXES "saves us money," but don't be surprised when she can't.
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Johnson approves Unemployment rate property tax increase

Tara Johnson - Padesky voted YES to a 5.3% property tax increase. The same amount the Wisconsin Unemployment rate went up and the same amount the legislature is due to receive.


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District 32 Voters REJECT Johnson

The voters in the 32nd district sent a clear message to Tara Johnson - Padesky that her extreme left-wing ideals and her dirty, negative, special interests are not wanted here. We commend the voters for seeing Tara Johnson - Padesky's true colors.

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Johnson proposes licenses for trap shooting.

In response to a recent candidate questionnaire, Tara Johnson - Padesky replied "Guns for hunting, target practice, trap shooting and other recreational activities should be available for use by qualified, licensed gun owners."

Licensed gun owners? Since when do you need a license to shoot trap in Wisconsin? Is this some sort of NEW tax?

Source: Courier Life News
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Johnson finds limits on property tax increases humorous.

In a recent interview with WKBT television, Tara Johnson – Padesky was clear that she opposes state caps on how much local government can raise property taxes. We here at Johnson Watch do not find being taxed out of your home to be a “laughing” matter

Source: WKBT TV
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Johnson DOES/WILL NOT protect and defend the constitution of the State of Wisconsin.

In a recent interview with WKBT television, Tara Johnson – Padesky was clear that she opposes your innate right to self-defense. Johnson’s position is "Guns used for sporting and hunting exclusively," clearly in opposition to Article 1, Section 25 of the state constitution.

Source: WKBT TV
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Johnson Tougher on the taxpayer

Tara Johnson – Padesky claims, "she'll force oil companies to pay their fair share in taxes." The problem is, Johnson doesn't understand how business works.

Increasing taxes on oil companies will increase their costs, and businesses must pass all costs onto the consumer to stay profitable, so you and I will pay Johnson's tough tax at the pump.
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Johnson LIES about reducing taxes.

In a recent campaign flier, Tara Johnson – Padesky claims to have provided healthcare and reduced taxes since being on the County Board. The truth is, that she has voted YES to increase the tax levy (total dollars spent) each year since 2001 and the average La Crosse County resident has seen a tax increase of $187 during Johnson’s tenure. That is NOT tax reduction.

Source: Figures provided by the Wisconsin Department Revenue
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Johnson LIED about not being a Democrat.

On September 11, 2008 the Tribune ran an editorial concerning Tara Johnson - Padesky. To quote the article, "noted that she didn't have a "D" after her name until she ran for Senate." This is a blatant LIE to the paper and the public.

We found documents on the La Crosse County Democratic Party web site showing Tara Johnson and her husband Tim Padesky hosted a Democratic Party fundraiser with Herb Kohl in October of 2007.



"Thanks to Vicki Burke, John Medinger, Sharon Hampson, Margaret Wood and Tim Padesky and Tara Johnson for sponsoring the LCDP Pizza Fundraiser with Herb Kohl on October 9 at Big Al's. It was a great financial success for the LCDP."

Not only was Tara Johnson - Padesky a Democrat in 2007, but she was fundraising for the Democratic Party

She has lied to the press and the public. Does Wisconsin really want a senator who would LIE to win an election?

Source: La Crosse County Democratic Party Web site.
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Johnson claims higher unemployment is creating jobs

Tara Johnson – Padesky claims to have created many new jobs during her tenure on the County Board. Reality, however, shows that in 2000, La Crosse County had an unemployment rate of 3.2% with 1952 unemployed. By 2007, La Crosse County had an unemployment rate of 3.9% with 2510 unemployed.

Unemployment goes up and Johnson takes credit for creating more jobs, go figure.

Source: Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development
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Johnson ashamed to be a Democrat

Tara Johnson - Padesky openly admits it is "necessary to distance herself from her own party leadership."
Source: La Crosse Tribune
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Johnson receives majority of funding from PACs and out of stater's

Tara Johnson – Padesky has received almost $17,000 from out of state individuals and a total of over $27,000 from individuals who do not live in District 32. Tara Johnson – Padesky has also acknowledged accepting almost $56,000 from various PACs but still claims to represent you, the constituent.

You be the judge.

Source: Wisconsin Campaign Finance Documents
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Johnson campaign using dirty PUSH POLLING tactic.

Tara Johnson - Padesky has used the dirty tactic of push polling in the Wisconsin 32nd senate district.

This is yet another example of her dirty tactics. Does Wisconsin really need a senator who would rather use dirty tactics than discuss the issues?

Source: Holmen Courier.
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Tara Johnson supports housing Inmates in North Side neighborhood.

Tara Johnson – Padesky voted a resounding YES to housing convicted felons in a residential neighborhood instead of jail even though there was opposition from those who live in the area.

Do we need a senator who favors felons living in your back yard, but not hers?
Do we need a senator who favors a sexist (women only) policy?
Source: La Crosse Tribune.
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Johnson’s Democratic party abandons flood victims.

Tara Johnson – Padesky was again silent today as the Democratic Congress decided it was more important to bail out foolish lenders and borrowers that is was to give aid to actual disaster victims from the Spring 2008 floods in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, and Illinois.

Do we really want a senator who stands silent in the face of such injustice?
Source: La Crosse Tribune.
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Johnson remains silent as Democrats oust one of their own for exercising first amendment right.

Tara Johnson – Padesky stands firm with the Democratic Party as they out a female delegate to the national convention. Yet another example of her refusal to support citizens’ constitutional rights.
Source: Lacrosse Tribune
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What else doesn't Johnson want you to know?

Tara Johnson - Padesky has been endorsed by the Daily Kos, and the Progressive Majority Farm Team. Both are West Coast based Political Action Committees and neither endorsement is listed on the Tara Johnson site, how come?Do you want a Senator who listens to Western Wisconsin or the Western United States?
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Johnson attends less than 25% of meeting, missing key vote on Law Enforcement Center Resolution.

Tara Johnson - Padesky attended only 45 minutes (24.32%) of the May 15, 2008 County Board meeting leaving her constituents with no voice concerning a $1.2 Million Law Enforcement Center decision.
Source: May 15, 2008 County Board Minutes
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Johnson approves over $1Million per year in higher taxes

Tara Johnson - Padesky has voted YES to over $1 Million per year in higher taxes. In 2001, the La Crosse County tax levy was $17.7M by 2005 the levy had grown to $23.3M an increase of over $5 Million in four years.

Can Wisconsin really afford Johnson's version of cutting taxes?
Source: Figures obtained from La Crosse County WEB site.
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Johnson Late or Absent 75% of the time.

Tara Johnson - Padesky has been absent or late to three of the last four meetings of the Judiciary and Law Committee.
Do you really want the same 25% board member to be your 25% senator?
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Johnson supports higher taxes

Tara Johnson - Padesky voted in favor of a $30 million jail addition. A cost of over $300,000 per bed.
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