2012 Presidential Campaign Blog

Michigan Republican Party Chairman Bobby Schostak Statement Regarding Senator Rick Santorum's Decision to Suspend His Campaign

MRP Chairman Schostak Statement Regarding Senator Rick Santorum's Decision to Suspend His Campaign

LANSING, MICH., April 10, 2012 – Michigan Republican Party Chairman Bobby Schostak issued the following statement today, regarding Senator Rick Santorum’s decision to suspend his campaign for president:

“The Michigan Republican Party applauds Rick Santorum for running a strong race, here in Michigan and nationally. Our focus remains on defeating President Obama and his reckless policies of more debt, more spending and higher unemployment. Obama’s failed policies have resulted in Michigan being extremely competitive, as evident by the most recent poll which has Obama leading the closest Republican rival by the margin of error. Michigan’s Republican-led turnaround demonstrates the powerful effects of pro-worker, pro-job creator, and common sense policies. We look forward to contrasting Michigan’s Republican-led turnaround with President Obama’s horrendous record.”

Newt Gingrich Comments on Rick Santorum Suspending Campaign

Newt Gingrich Comments on Rick Santorum Suspending Campaign
 
New Bern, NC - Newt Gingrich released the following statement reacting to Pennsylvania Senator Rick Santorum suspending his campaign:

“Rick has waged a remarkable campaign.  His success is a testament to his tenacity and the power of conservative principles.

“I am committed to staying in this race all the way to Tampa so that the conservative movement has a real choice.  I humbly ask Senator Santorum’s supporters to visit Newt.org to review my conservative record and join us as we bring these values to Tampa.  We know well that only a conservative can protect life, defend the Constitution, restore jobs and growth and return to a balanced budget."

Ron Paul Campaign Statement on Rick Santorum Withdrawal

Ron Paul Campaign Statement on Rick Santorum Withdrawal

LAKE JACKSON, Texas – The Ron Paul 2012 Presidential campaign released the following statement concerning Rick Santorum’s decision to end his bid for the Republican nomination for the presidency.
 
Below please find brief comments from National Campaign Chairman Jesse Benton:
 
“Congratulations to Senator Santorum on running such a spirited campaign.  Dr. Paul is now the last – and real – conservative alternative to Mitt Romney.  We plan to continue running hard, secure delegates, and press the fight for limited, constitutional government in Tampa.”

Mitt Romney Statement on Rick Santorum’s Announcement "I Congratulate Senator Santorum on the Campaign He Ran"

MITT ROMNEY: I CONGRATULATE SENATOR SANTORUM ON THE CAMPAIGN HE RAN

Boston, MA – Mitt Romney today made the following statement on Rick Santorum’s announcement:

“Senator Santorum is an able and worthy competitor, and I congratulate him on the campaign he ran. He has proven himself to be an important voice in our party and in the nation.  We both recognize that what is most important is putting the failures of the last three years behind us and setting America back on the path to prosperity.”

The Santorum Campaign Updates The Condition Of Bella Santorum And Announces Scheduling Changes For Tuesday

THE SANTORUM CAMPAIGN UPDATES THE CONDITION OF BELLA SANTORUM AND ANNOUNCES SCHEDULING CHANGES FOR TUESDAY
The Santorum Family Has Attached a Recent Picture of Bella

Verona, PA - Republican Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum and his wife Karen are excited to share that their daughter Bella has returned home from the hospital. 

Hogan Gidley, National Communications Director, said: "Rick and Karen are happy to announce that their daughter Bella has been discharged from the hospital and returned home earlier Monday evening.  The Santorum's are truly overwhelmed by the prayers and support they've received - and wanted to attach a picture of their daughter Bella so everyone could see their precious gift from God.

The campaign has cancelled its first two events of the day to allow Rick, Karen and Bella to settle in at home.  To make up for the morning events, the campaign is adding a campaign stop in Gettysburg, PA at 2 pm and the remainder of the day's public and private events will continue as originally planned."

Tuesday, April 10:

2:00pm ET: Senator Santorum will hold an event in Gettysburg, PA.

Location:

Gettysburg Hotel
Thaddeus Stevens Room
One Lincoln Square
Gettysburg, PA

7:15pm ET: Senator Santorum and Dr. James Dobson will take part in an "American Heartland Conversation on Faith, Family, and American Values" in Lancaster, PA.

Location:

Lancaster Bible College
Good Shepherd Chapel
901 Eden Road
Lancaster, PA

Rick Santorum for President campaign statement regarding Bella Santorum & Monday's campaign events.

SANTORUM CAMPAIGN RELEASES STATEMENT REGARDING BELLA SANTORUM AND MONDAY'S CAMPAIGN EVENTS

Verona, PA - The Rick Santorum for President campaign released the following statement regarding the daughter of Rick Santorum, Bella Santorum, and Monday's campaign events.

Hogan Gidley said: "Senator Santorum will not hold any campaign related events on Monday so that he and Karen can remain in the hospital with their daughter Bella. The entire Santorum family is incredibly grateful for the outpouring of prayers and support."

Rick Santorum Will Address the National Rifle Association's Annual Conference in St. Louis, Missouri on Friday, April 13, 2012

Rick Santorum Will Address the National Rifle Association's Annual Conference in St. Louis, Missouri on Friday, April 13, 2012

Friday, April 13:

1:30pm CT: Senator Santorum will address the National Rifle Association's annual conference in St. Louis, MO.

Location:

America's Center
701 Convention Plaza
St. Louis, MO

Rick Santorum Pennsylvania Schedule April 10-12, 2012

RICK SANTORUM PUBLIC SCHEDULE
 
Verona, PA - Republican Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum will hold the following events. All times are local.

Updates will be provided as events are added.

Tuesday, April 10:

9:30am ET: Senator Santorum will hold a "Rally for Rick" in Bedford, PA.

Location:

Bedford County Sportsmen's Club
210 Fresno Road
Bedford, PA

2:00pm ET: Senator Santorum will hold an event in Gettysburg, PA.

Location:

Gettysburg Hotel
Thaddeus Stevens Room
One Lincoln Square
Gettysburg, PA

7:15pm ET: Senator Santorum and Dr. James Dobson will take part in an "American Heartland Conversation on Faith, Family, and American Values" in Lancaster, PA.

Location:

Lancaster Bible College
Good Shepherd Chapel
901 Eden Road
Lancaster, PA

Wednesday, April 11:

12:30pm ET: Senator Santorum will hold a town hall meeting in Camden, DE.

Location:

Camden Firehouse
200 East Camden-Wyoming Avenue
Camden, DE

8:00pm ET: Senator Santorum will participate in the "Red Meat Tour" with Philadelphia radio personality Chris Stigall in Trevose, PA.

Location:

Radisson Hotel
2400 Old Lincoln Highway
Trevose, PA

Thursday, April 12:

2:20pm ET: Senator Santorum will appear on Governor Mike Huckabee's nationally syndicated radio show.

7:00pm ET: Senator Santorum and Karen Santorum will participate in the Westmoreland County, PA Republican Party Spring Dinner in Greensburg, PA.

Location:

Lakeview Lounge
6153 Route 30
Greensburg, PA

The Rick Santorum for President Campaign Statement on the Health of Isabella Santorum

SANTORUM CAMPAIGN STATEMENT ON BELLA SANTORUM
 
Verona, PA - The Rick Santorum for President campaign has issued the following statement on the health of Isabella Santorum.

Hogan Gidley, National Communications Director, said: "Rick and his wife Karen have taken their daughter Bella to the hospital.  The family requests prayers and privacy as Bella works her way to recovery."

Rick Santorum will Resume his Public Campaign Schedule Monday, April 9, 2012 in Pennsylvania

SANTORUM TO RESUME CAMPAIGN SCHEDULE ON MONDAY, APRIL 9
 
Verona, PA - Following the Easter Holiday, Republican Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum will resume his public campaign schedule Monday, April 9 in Pennsylvania.  Santorum will continue to campaign throughout Pennsylvania with a full-calendar of events beginning on April 9th in the lead up to the Pennsylvania Primary.