Updated: Larson Not Attending 'Brat Summit'
Oak Creek's state senator called on Gov. Walker to bridge the divide in a "real way that actually means something."
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One legislator who did not attend Tuesday's much-hyped "brat summit" at the governor's mansion: Chris Larson.
Larson, who represents Oak Creek in the state Senate, said on his Facebook page he has to take care of his new baby while his wife is at work.
But he also called on Gov. Walker to bridge the divide in a "real way that actually means something." Namely, a special legislative session.
"If Walker truly wants to find compromise and work together on jobs, education, and health care, he will convene a special legislative session now that there is actually a check on his power in the state senate. Let's have a real conversation about where Wisconsin is headed," Larson said.
Walker scheduled the cookout for Tuesday afternoon in an attempt to mend fences following the June 5 recall election.
"I am hopeful this get-together will forge relationships that will make it easier to work together to help create jobs," Walker said in a statement.
Update 11:45 a.m. Leaders of two conservative groups, Citizens for Responsible Government and Grandsons of Liberty, released a statement criticizing Larson's absence, calling his comments "the words of an arrogant, egotistical person who demands the other party yield to his ideology."
"As grassroots movement leaders, we agree that Governor's 'Brat Summit' can help move Wisconsin 'Forward' by bringing legislators together where they can set aside differences for a while and focusing their attention on improving our economy which will bring jobs," according to a news release. "If Senator Chris Larson cannot accept the will of 53% of the people of Wisconsin and shift his focus to growing the economy for all Wisconsinites and if he cannot step 'Forward' by attending this 'Brat Summit,' then perhaps it is time for him to step 'Aside.'"
william
10:40 am on Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Larson is a moron anyway, so it doesn't really matter. He is a worthless Senator, he only works for the public sector employees and get a shit about of the folks in his district.
william
10:43 am on Tuesday, June 12, 2012
and doesn't give a shit about the others folks in his district. Sorry.
Mike in OC
11:15 am on Tuesday, June 12, 2012
funny how in the article it states larson "represents oak creek".... larson only represents the bay view hippies and uwm students... and cares nothing about us in oak creek. why our sentate spot wasnt redistricted is beyond me.....
Mike in OC
12:57 pm on Tuesday, June 12, 2012
he definitely is in the pocket of someone.... is there a website that lists larson's campaign promises?
Patriot
1:04 pm on Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Whats such a joke is I just received a flyer from Mr Larson labled South Side News. He states how it is a privilege to represent Oak Creek. Give me a break!!! I have not seen nor heard from this man since he has been in office. If he represented me and the others in this community he would not have left the State last year. He is an absolute JOKE and really do not understand why this man has not been recalled? I have emailed Sen Larson on numerous occasions and have yet to receive a single response. Way to go Sen Larson. Looks like your serious about moving the State forward!! IF you were you would attend the gathering today. Your a failure and I would prefer if you would step down!!! YOU DO NOT REPRESENT ME AT ALL
LuvtheOC
4:50 pm on Tuesday, June 12, 2012
I agree Patriot. I have never got anything but a form letter from Larson. His antics over the past year are embarrassing to the 'common sense' citizens which he claims to represent. He is only a hero to the east siders and their Madison viewpoints. I was so hoping for his redistricting to banish him from my neighborhood. He found the time to attend all the protests, rallies and parades! I just hope his baby doesn't whine as much as he does.
The real OC
10:09 pm on Tuesday, June 12, 2012
I hope Larson respects that the majority of Wisconsin has spoken (again) and has chosen Walker. It's Larson that needs to give.
dennkos
7:16 am on Wednesday, June 13, 2012
I also emailed Larson several times during his vacation in Illinois. I never even received a form letter. All I wanted to know was what his plan was. Apparently he had none. He does not represent me or any of my neighbors. He needs to be voted out at the next opportunity. He is a joke.
Mark B
7:53 am on Wednesday, June 13, 2012
I called Larson's office on the day the senators fled the state and asked his staff where state Sen Larson was and if he planned on showing up to do his job.
All I got was an excuse how he was doing his job representing his district. After my first question, the staffer put me on hold and I waited for another person. The second staffer to take the phone talked over me and gave me a rehearsed response never giving me the opportunity to ask any further questions.
I was infuriated! Chris Larson in no way represents me.
rick
7:54 am on Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Glad to see that others share in my same feelings. When it's time to vote, Larson flees to Illinois like the coward he is. Yeah that's standing up for the people of Oak Creek. What a Moran . Like I emailed you Larson, we do not forget. We at least do not waste taxpayers money with a recall. We will wait and vote you on on election day like it should be. Bye bye now.
Dan Vitek
8:43 am on Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Its about time we vote this incomptet idiot out of office he is a disgrace you can,stay at home when we vote you out
william
9:14 am on Wednesday, June 13, 2012
I'm so glad I'm not alone in my disgust for Larson.
Patriot
10:19 am on Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Then lets get rid of him!!!
Dirk
11:32 am on Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Larson is right. Governor of the Year Walker should have a legislative session: on recall reform. The now 16 million dollars wasted on this silly recall simply because one party lost an election is reprehensible. The actions of Larson are reprehensible. Refusing an offer of bipartisanship to fix Wisconsin collectively to babysit is arrogant and childish. Apparently our 'senator' has time to flee Wisconsin to Illinois, but unable to help fix Wisconsin when called upon to do so. Perhaps Larson should move to Illinois permanently. I look forward to when that opportunity comes up again.
LuvtheOC
12:27 pm on Wednesday, June 13, 2012
He found time to attend all the protests around the state. He found time to attend the "Recall Training" sessions in Bay View and Milwaukee. He found time to speak to the people who worship him. He did not find time to defend businesses such as M&I Ban (who is a fantastic corporate citizen here in OC!) when they were being boycotted by his buddies. He did not find time to answer questions about the mining bill...before he voted NO on it. I hope to God we can find a good candidate to run this guy out of town. Any takers????
LuvtheOC
12:27 pm on Wednesday, June 13, 2012
M&I Bank*
kate
3:44 pm on Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Good for Larson for calling Walker out on this joke of a "beer summit". Like him or not the fact is that it is legislative sessions that will do the work of the state not phony gladhanding by a weasel looking for a photo op and spending our tax dollars on beer, or is it the Koch brothers' money that bought the beer? Personally I want a rep who will stand their ground even against a bunch of right wing old men with nothing to do but rant on Oak Patch.
Dirk
11:20 am on Thursday, June 14, 2012
Thanks for the inaccurate ageist stereotype, but which flavor of Kool-Aid do you prefer, kate?
william
4:34 pm on Wednesday, June 13, 2012
@ Kate....well if you want someone to stand up for he believes in, your boy Larson isn't much for standing up with anything. He's the who runs away from his duties like the gutless wonder that he is. I want someone who works for the people in his district not just a small group of public union folks. Speaking of wasting taxpayer money, I wonder if Larson will pay back the taxpayers for the time he spent hiding out in IL for his beliefs.
Franklin Today
10:29 am on Friday, June 15, 2012
That is because everyone knows that Larson is a big Wiener! He would rather hang out with Lena Taylor down in Illinois because he is use to Usinger :)