Connecticut Republican Party Chairman Healy: Questions on Preibus

Christopher C. Healy, the  chairman of the Connecticut Republican Party issued a scathing review of Michael Steele and, more importantly Reince Priebus to the members of the Connecticut Republican Party. Using the word “wing-man” to describe Priebus’s relationship to Steele and saying, “This would apply in particular to Chairman Preibus, who was until a few weeks ago, the Chief Counsel to our Party and Chairman Steele’s wingman throughout his stormy tenure.

At no time until he chose to run did Preibus issue any directive, memo or public utterance on Steele’s disastrous tenure

Now he wishes to walk into breach and rescue us from Chairman Steele, his legions and supporters who have done quite well for themselves at the expense of our Party.”

Healy goes on to say:

When Steele made several inane comments about Russ Limbaugh, the double-standard he was held to because of his race or the war in Afghanistan, Preibus was put in charge of damage control, often asking members to sign letters of support. I received two calls from Reince asking for such support. There was no doubt about his loyalty to Steele and his eagerness to show other members he was speaking for the chairman.

When the Executive Committee borrowed another $5 million in late fall, without seeking approval from the Budget Committee, Members were informed the matter was “approved by legal.” And when Steele announced the “Fire Pelosi Tour” a self-indulgent waste of time and resources, Peibus was tossing “Fire Pelosi” hats to anyone who would have them. As we know, the tour was a joke and RNC subsidized “Feel the Love Tour” for Chairman Steele and his sycophant followers. Those precious funds could have been the difference in several key races, where victory was painfully elusive.

Preibus enjoyed sharing his access with Steele and published photos on his Facebook page showing him and Chairman Steele in many VIP settings, including private jets. During this period of course, the RNC failed to meet its fundraising goals, failed to reach out and meet with major donors or help state committees raise their own resources.

It’s time to say Hell No! to insiders and establishment candidates who miraculously find the grassroots seconds before they try to get elected. Enough is enough! Let’s not vote for more of the same…

Here’s the full letter by Chris Healy:

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PreibusLetter.docx