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Barbara mentioned in Political Article
August 22, 2010
Barbara Olschner, a Republican from Santa Rosa Beach running for Congress, District 2, wrote to her supporters Friday, too, saying, “I have been focused on thoughtful and realistic initiatives for a better country and a stronger economy as opposed to marching in line with the Republican Party Dogma that, in my opinion, is too greatly influenced by the voices of intolerance on the far right of the political spectrum. I am a conservative for sure. But I recognize that, in America and under our Constitution, there is the genius of compromise. Not on all things. But on many things. Both parties have lost track of civility, tolerance and compromise and this does not bode well for the American people as a whole.” Read the whole article



CHARLIE RANSON ENDORSES BARBARA OLSCHNER FOR CONGRESS
August 16, 2010

“I am pleased to endorse Barbara Olschner as my candidate to represent Florida’s 2nd Congressional. By experience, training, disposition, and intellect Barbara is the best-suited among a group of well-intended candidates to confront the challenges and to provide the leadership required of our next Representative.” Said Ranson.

Ranson is firmly convinced that Barbara understands that the challenges that face our Nation are complex and that they do not lend themselves to simple solutions based on 15 second soundbites. Barbara knows that there are core principles that cannot be compromised as we strive to achieve lasting and effective solutions to those challenges that threaten our Nation’s leadership position in a dangerous and unpredictable world.
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P.O.W. Major Jones endorses Barbara
August 10, 2010

TALLAHASSEE – Former Air Force pilot and Vietnam Prisoner of War (P.O.W),
Major Robert C. Jones (RET) has led a valiant and decorated military career fighting
for our country and standing up for what is right. Major Jones (RET) spent five years
as a P.O.W. in Vietnam.

“Let’s get some honesty, responsibility and someone responsive to the will of the
people back in Congress. We have had too many lies, broken promises and special
interests jammed down our throats. I support Barbara Olschner for District 2 U.S.
Congress. I know she stands for the values and ideals that make this country strong.
Give her your vote to get our country back on the right track.” said Major Jones (RET).
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Barbara mentioned in Tallahassee Democrat op-ed piece
July 18, 2010
“I’m worried about how we talk in superficial sound bites, which allows us to elect people who are incapable of solving the most complex issues,” she said. “I’ve fought fights in the courtroom my whole life and know you don’t win fights by calling names.” Read the whole article


PACs favor Boyd in District 6
June 21, 2010
“We’ve got to realize we’re in a critical time in this country,” she [Barbara Olschner] said. “We can’t just vote for someone because we know their momma and daddy or we do business with them; that can’t be enough reason.”

She said people are tired of “big money” winning elections, and she hopes people will elect an independent thinker who will stand up to “political machines” on the left and the right. Read more


Boyd easily leads District 2 fundraising
June 17, 2010

Barbara announces Leon County Volunteer Co-Chairs
June 11, 2010
Today Barbara was pleased to announce Tonya and J.T. Ehrhardt as her Leon County Volunteer Co-Chairs. The husband and wife team will organize volunteers, coordinate volunteer activities and sign placements, and assist with Olschner’s internet presence… Read more

Listen to Barbara on Preston Scott’s radio show
June 8, 2010
Check out Barbara on the Preston Scott show from Tallahassee here.

Olympic Solutions… A Return to Reason
April 26, 2010
Nancy Drew is a well known local artist who lives in Florida and in Michigan. Her work is contemporary, distinctive, and always positive and encouraging… Read more

Florida’s Ratings Realign
CQ-Roll Call / April 9, 2010
Springtime in the Sunshine State has brought a blossoming of congressional races shifting in favor of the GOP … Read more

Olschner Supporters Join Finance Committee To Defeat Boyd Because Of “Yes” Vote On Health Care
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida / March 23, 2010
Barbara F. Olschner, Republican candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives- District 2, called for Democrat, Allen Boyd, to vote “No” on the Health Care Reform Bill proposed by President Obama on March 3 … Read more

Barbara Olschner Calls For Allen Boyd To Vote “NO” On Health Care Reform Or Step Down
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida / March 6, 2010
Barbara F. Olschner, Republican candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives- District 2, has called for Democrat, Allen Boyd, to vote “No” on the Health Care Reform Bill proposed by President Obama on March 3, 2010, or step down from … Read more

Santa Rosa Beach woman files for Congress in Florida-2nd District
The Walton Sun / February 15, 2010
Barbara F. Olschner, of Santa Rosa Beach, announced this week that she has filed to run as a Republican candidate for the U.S. House District 2… Read more