Blog | Charles Ihrig

Victory Party Aug. 5th at Anchor High Grill

Posted Jul 22 at 10 AM
While it may be a little presumptuous, we plan to spend the night of the Primary Election on August 5th celebrating victory. As I am unopposed in the Democratic Primary, I think it will be an excellent time to start having fun and raising money for the general election. We will be watching returns on the water at Anchor High Grill from 7:00 until the races are decided. Come on out and have a great time with us! We already have a great lineup of sponsors: Charles Bone, Charles Robert Bone, Haynes Realty, The Thomas Lindsey Group, Mary Howard Hayes, Len Assante, Evan Espey, Adam Hill, Maria Brewer, Craig Hayes, Dixie Taylor Huff, Dr. Bruce Hill, and John Pellegrin.

$25 Donation

Alcohol and meals available for purchase

If you are interested in sponsorship of the event, please call Charles Ihrig at (615)838-2027. (minimum sponsorship is $200)
Would the Real Job's Candidate Please Stand Up?

Posted Jul 04 at 1 AM
After a wonderful 4th of July celebration in Hendersonville and Gallatin, we can honestly say that this is the year for a positive campaign based around Jobs, Heathcare, and Education. While our opponent claims to be "creating an environment for job creation", she has actually been busy denying women adequate workplace compensation and helping people to carry loaded weapons into places serving alcohol. Earlier in the year, Maggart raised $40,000.00 at a NRA sponsored fundraiser then flipped her vote in favor of the "resturaunts only" ammendment to appeal the very same special interest. When the citizens of Sumner County voice their opinions they should be taken seriously instead of being run over and lied to like they claim to have been since Rep. Maggart has been in office.

As a licensed psychologist, Dr. Charles Ihrig spent the 4th of July weekend listening to people complain about the current representative's lack of judgement when it comes to bills relevant to Sumner County. Dr. Ihrig knows that the healthcare legislation needs to be reevaluated in an informed way instead of the current "give it the boot" philosophy that Rep. Maggart favors. Dr. Ihrig knows that by helping create trade schools District 45 will truly serve as a job friendly community. He knows that sound bites shouldnt serve as the only means of understanding the legislation that comes out of Nashville. Lastly, he knows that Sumner County does not need to be the only county in the state without Pre-K.

Dr. Ihrig will continuously inform his consituents of legislation and not take them for granted. As your current Representative has been gearing up to make a run for Sen. Black's senate seat, Dr. Ihrig has been knocking doors and taking notes. It's time for true leadership to emerge from TN HD 45. After all, The State Capitol Could Use a Good Shrink!
Maggart is the reason Sumner is without Pre-K

Posted Jun 15 at 2 PM
She says she made her wiseacre remark about Rep. Debra Maggart because the Democrats were talking about how one of Maggart's counties, Sumner, is the only one in the state without pre-kindergarten classes.

(View entire article) http://www.nashvillescene.com/pitw/archives/2010/06/14/sontany-issues-non-apology-apology-in-skirtgate-scandal
June 5th Crawfish Boil (2nd Annual)

Posted May 19 at 3 PM
Type:
Causes - Fundraiser
Date:
Saturday, June 5, 2010
Time:
6:00pm - 10:00pm
Location:
Charles and Jennifer's Home
Street:
1150 Stirlingshire Dr.
City/Town:
Hendersonville, TN

This is the 2nd Annual Shrimp Boil and Fundraiser. This year will serve as a Kick-off for my campaign. If you missed last year, don't make the same mistake again! There will be lots of food, music, and fun. All are welcome. There is a suggested donation of $25.

-Charles Ihrig, PhD
In a Closed Door Meeting, Maggart helps NRA Put GUNS IN BARS

Posted May 10 at 12 PM
     National Rifle Association lobbyist, Heidi Keesling, appeared in a normally closed meeting of the House Republican Caucus Wednesday and told members that the NRA opposed the "restaurants-only" amendment and considered it a "weighted" issue that would factor into the endorsements that the NRA gives out during election years. Fearing she would lose the endorsement of her biggest donor, Rep. Maggart promptly flipped her vote and gave into the organization responsible for funding her campaigns.
     The NRA promoted and sponsored the “On Target to Win in 2010” fundraiser involving a “skeet shoot” that netted Rep. Debra Maggart (Hendersonville) right at $40,000.00 The easily swayed Maggart joined eight other legislators who voted in committee in favor of an amendment to ban guns in bars. In less than 3 hours after the NRA threatens to remove their endorsements and resulting money from their campaigns, they voted to kill the same amendment on the House floor.
     Clearly, Ms. Maggart does not represent the 90% of her constituents who disapprove of this legislation and only represents her growing campaign war chest.

(Read more here)

http://m.commercialappeal.com/news/2010/may/08/nra-lobbyists-visit-persuaded-9-to-flip-votes/
Despite Flooding, Sumner County May. 4 Elections Still On.

Posted May 04 at 10 AM
Despite the terrible flooding this weekend in Sumner and the surrounding counties, the Democrat and Republican primaries are still scheduled. The polls are open from 7am to 7pm. We are keeping our fellow Tennesseans in our prayers as this weekend was devastating to so many families. If you can, conserve water and stay away from the possibly contaminated flood waters.
Fifth Annual Dog "DAZE" Sat. April 24, 2010

Posted Apr 21 at 1 PM
Plan to attend the Safe Place for Animals 5th Annual Dog Daze Festival on Saturday, April 24th, 2010 from 10am to 4pm. The festival will take place at Drakes Creek Park in Hendersonville. For information, please call 615.451.7342. Safe Place for Animals: www.safeplaceforanimals.com

This will be a great event!! Help support the cause!
TSU Breakfast With Dr. Ihrig 4/6/10

Posted Apr 05 at 12 PM
Please join us for Breakfast with Dr. Charles Ihrig. WHERE? Wendell Smith's Restaurant. 407 53rd Ave. North. WHEN? Tuesday April 6. WHAT TIME? 7:00am. Come hear about Dr. Ihrig's plans for Jobs and Education.

Price: $35 per person.

I hope we can count on your attendance. Our special guests will be:

Chip Forrester, Democrat Party Chair

Senator Thelma Harper

Representative Sherry Jones
The Tennessean: "Legislature Tackles the Meaningless"

Posted Mar 26 at 12 AM
     Tennessee ranks fourth worst in the nation for adult hypertension and adolescent obesity. We have the 10th most awful level of emission of sulfur dioxide. The percentage of babies who die in the Volunteer State before their first birthday is comparable to Bosnia's rate. We are second in the country for one thing, though: the number of busted-up meth labs.
     But instead of tackling those deep, systemic problems, the Tennessee legislature is fighting to protect your right to go fishing. Lawmakers are wringing their hands that an employee at the new Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga might utter a word of German. They are — despite a chancery court ruling — pushing to allow guns in bars.


Gail Kerr

gkerr@tennessean.com
615-259-8085

Representative Maggart sponsored the "Gun's in Bars" legislation on the House side. (www.charlesihrig.com)
NRA Handgun Training

Posted Mar 13 at 11 PM
Mr. Assante's training seminar on handgun safety today was amazing. We learned the basic components of a handgun, the design and mechanics of artilery, and safe handeling and storage. He also taught us the laws behind handguns, the necessary times to discharge, and oversaw the release of over 1500 rounds of live ammo. A special thanks to:

Leonard Assante Verneda Byron
Tim Byron
Maria Brewer
Colleen Lloyd
Shannon Lynch
David Hungate

Stay in touch for we will be releasing the great photos soon. Here is the official announcement if any of you didn't get it.

Learn how to Shoot (safe and responsibly)!
Former SCDP chair Len Assante will be hosting a Tennessee Handgun Carry Permit (Basic Pistol) class: 7:45am-6pm, TOMORROW, March 13 at 310 S. Water Ave in Gallatin. There are still a couple of spots left for this informative and useful course. There is a $90.00 cost, which is a $30 discount for SCDP/SCDW members! You don't even need your own gun, as "loaner" guns and ammo will be available.
Come out Tomorrow March 6, 930am.

Posted Mar 05 at 12 PM
Yes, it's really really early in the campaign. For the fourth week in a row we are going to be out in the 45th literally beating the pavement. If you have gone canvassing before, or are new to the sport, meet us at 1150 Stirlingshire Dr., Hendersonville @ 930am tomorrow morning. We will have coffee, clipboards, doughnuts, literature and ... WALKLISTS! Will you help us? Please call me 6158382027.
Are you in TN House District 45?

Posted Feb 22 at 2 PM
Tennessee House District 45 runs from Old Hickory Dam in Hendersonvile, to the airport in Gallatin.

Click Here for map of District 45.
Healthcare Reform Activities

Posted Aug 19 at 3 PM
Many of you attended the Sumner United Healthcare Panel. I was honored to be a panelist and was pleasantly surprised at much of our common ground on this issue. I am continuing to work to get the healthcare message out.

I will be attending several Sumner County activities focused at increasing awareness about the recent healthcare bills and supporting healthcare reform. Please consider attending these events:
• Sumner County Democratic Party Meeting: Tomorrow August 20th at the Hendersonville Library from 6:00 to 7:30pm (We will be discussing and planning for the next few events)
• Peaceful Public Rally on the Square in Gallatin: Saturday August 22nd. We will meet at 11:00am behind City Hall to organize and for parking. The day will include a rally and a question an answer session regarding the proposed legislation. I will be hosting an information booth to help individuals with there questions and concerns, and I will bring those concerns directly to Congressman Gordon.
• Town Hall: Congressman Gordon will be holding a Town Hall on Vol State Campus Wednesday Night August 26th: Details will follow.
Come on out and join me at these important events.
Remember, making your voice heard is what Democracy is all about and LISTENING to your voice is what my campaign is all about!