IF man to challenge Simpson

Heileson

Published: Monday, June 15, 2009 11:31 PM MDT

REXBURG -- M.C. "Chick" Heileson, a retired HVAC contractor from Idaho Falls, will declare his intention to challenge U.S. Congressman Mike Simpson (R) for Idaho's second congressional district on June 24.

The Bonneville High School graduate will run as a Republican. He said that it's "desirable to belong to the party with the most knowledge of what's right and wrong according to the Constitution."

"I think the Republicans are closest to that," said Heileson. "That doesn't mean that I won't disagree with them sometimes, but I think they come closest to the way I understand the constitution."

He said that prior to joining the Republican party, he looked into the Democratic, Constitutional and Libertarian parties.

A strong desire to enforce and teach the Constitution is the motive behind Heileson's challenge. His motto is: "With God's help, less government and more responsibility."

"I want to see the Constitution followed," said Heileson. "I think Mike Simpson thinks he is, but if you look at the Constitution, he's not following it the way he should."

"My objective from now until the primary is to educate people, to bring them to an understanding of what the Constitution is, how it effects the oath and what are the enumerated powers in the Constitution. I think it's very simple -- it says what it means and it means what it says."

Heileson said that he doesn't believe many people read the constitution anymore.

"I don't think most of congress reads it," said Heileson. "Unless they have read and understand it how can they take an oath to it? I'm at odds with those kind of people in politics."

Heileson mentioned that if elected he would back legislation similar to Ron Paul's Audit the Federal Reserve (HR 1207) and legislation to remove the United States from the United Nations.

Currently, Heileson is an active member and serves as second vice-chairperson of the Republican Central Committee of Bonneville County. He also serves as chairman of the Issues and Legislative Advisory Committee within the Bonneville organization.

Heileson has also been a member and was employed as coordinator of the conservative John Birch Society for over 40 years. Heileson retired from his employed position in 2008.

The society "is an educational organization trying to get people to understand the constitution, pass it on to their neighbors and get people to tell their congressman to obey their oath of office -- because that's what they swear to." said Heileson.

In addition to his work with the Republican Party, Heileson has served as a member of the National Guard, is a member of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and holds memberships with the National Rifle Association and Gun Owners of America.

Heileson is married to Gloria Heileson, they have seven children and 10 grandchildren.

The financial aspect of the Heileson's campaign will run primarily through donations. According to press manager Aros Mackey, a number of monetary pledges have been made, although no money has been collected.

As yet, no documentation has been filed with the Federal Election Commission or the Idaho office of the Secretary of State.

Following financial declarations to the FEC, all Idaho congressional candidates are required to file a Declaration of Candidacy with the Idaho office of the Secretary of State.

Idaho Declarations of Candidacy can be made between March 8 and 19, 2010.

For more information about M.C. "Chick" Heileson, his policies or to make a campaign donation, contact campaign manager John Baird at 709-4538 or public relations manager Aros Mackey at 360-4739.

NATE SUNDERLAND

nsunderland@uvsj.com


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Daryl L. Hunter wrote on Sep 12, 2009 6:51 AM:

" Simpson voted against the Republican Study Group on TARP siding with Nancy Pelosi - Simpson has to go. "

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John wrote on Jun 23, 2009 10:12 PM:

" Theron, you are right on one thing... He is just what we need!!! God Bless America and God Bless Chick Heileson for stepping up to this and giving us a much needed choice!!! "

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Mike wrote on Jun 23, 2009 9:48 PM:

" I have known Chick for many years. He is an honorable man, He knows the constitution as well as any man I know. We really need to elect men who will follow this God inspired document to the letter. The Constitution is timeless. Full and complete adherance to it today would solve the problems we now face in this nation. Our nation was once the greatest nation in the world and it can be again if we will go back to our roots. Have faith in them and live them. "

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Joe in Idaho Falls wrote on Jun 23, 2009 7:48 AM:

" I've listened (at first very skeptically) to Chick as a John Birch representative for the last several years and I know that he just wants to see the country come back to a free Republic which was intended by the Founding Fathers. Anyone that truly understands government and how it works and likes Freedom would want the same things that Chick wants. No I'm not a member of the John Birch Society but I do believe in Freedom. The Constitution is not a moving document. It was an inspired document that governs the big picture. If we would follow it we would be productive as a society rather than dependent on government. As Example: It doesn't take a genius to figure out that we shouldn't bail out private banks or companies and then allow the government to own or control them. History repeats itself and we are no different. We are becoming a Fascist country and we need to follow the constitutional guidelines. Chick is gutsy enough that he might just stand up for what's right. "

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To Theron wrote on Jun 16, 2009 10:50 AM:

" Wow, a liberal that does not think the constitution was inspired and does not like this guy. Surprising! "

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Theron wrote on Jun 15, 2009 2:27 PM:

" GEEZ, just what we need, another repubican, a mormon, a gun nut and a John Bircher to boot. This guys a nutcase right from the box.
Simpson is bad enough but this guy would only make Idaho more of a laughing stock to the nation than Larry Craig did.
His interpetation of the Constatution leaves a lot to be desired. The Constitution is a moving document and it has to be or we would always remain in the dark ages.
The republicans have lost touch with the people. they have lied and cheated themselves nearly to oblivion.
Its almost a certinaty the dems will paick up several more house seats and three or four senate seats in the next election.
Would it not be a original thought to elect someone new for a change. "

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Will Rhea wrote on Jun 14, 2009 6:29 AM:

" Who says that he shares my beliefs??? DIdn't you read the first post?? He once called me a quitter, so he must think more like you, than me. I just think he'd be better than Mike Simpson - and who wouldn't be? "

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Get Real wrote on Jun 13, 2009 6:22 PM:

" Thats all we need someone that shares thoughts and beliefs with Mr. Rhea. Idaho's really going to he** if this man gets in. Looks like a shoe in for Simpson again. "

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Will Rhea wrote on Jun 13, 2009 4:28 PM:

" I think he will. Actually speaking, many good people go to Washington, but somehow get infected. If he'll follow Ron Paul, then he may be okay.

There will have to come a time when someone (with authority) will have to stand up and say no more. It'll be good if he has support from other like minded politicians when he does so. "

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guts wrote on Jun 13, 2009 1:27 PM:

" Finally, a nice constitutional guy! Being a nice guy, will he actually be someone that will stand up and tell those clowns in D.C. they need to follow the constitution! "

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Will Rhea wrote on Jun 13, 2009 12:03 PM:

" Even though Chick once called me a quitter at a John Birch Society meeting, I'd rather vote for him than Mike Simpson ANYDAY! "

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