Mitt Romney is without a doubt a big winner in last nights (way to late) caucus in Iowa. Here’s why. In 2008 Romney spent a gross amount of money in Iowa and appeared to have the upper hand going into the final week only to place a poor distant second.  This time around Mitt Spent considerably less money and eked out a first place finish. His most ardent opponent Newt Gingrich placed a very sorry fourth. So Mitt spends less money and less time and wins.

Rick Santorum who has become the anti-Romney social conservative candidate comes in a very close second to Romney in last night’s photo finish. However Santorum will not have the money or structure to go the distance against Romney. Let’s look at history the same thing happened to Mike Huckabee just four years ago.  It is close to impossible to build a future off just one win. Didn’t say it couldn’t be done I said it was close to impossible.  Remember Santorum isn’t even on the ballot in some upcoming states.

Tyler businessman and former State Board of Education member Randy Stevenson announced last week that he would be providing a conservative alternative to current board member Thomas Ratliff.

Randy Stevenson is exactly the kind of conservative Republican that District 9 needs. As a former board member he will be able to tackle the curriculum challenges our state will be facing and will also be a strong advocate for protecting the permanent school fund. Randy’s passion for education is unmatched and he will provide conservative leadership for east Texas.