2012 Presidential Campaign Blog

Mitt Romney Holding An Event With Tim Pawlenty At Freightmasters in Eagan, Minnesota on Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Mitt Romney Holding An Event With Tim Pawlenty At Freightmasters In Eagan on Wednesday, February 1, 2012

• When: February 1, 2012 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
• Host: Team Minnesota
• Where: FreightMasters 1980 Seneca Road, Eagan, MN

Former Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty Statement On Newt Gingrich’s Comments About Mitt Romney’s Character:

GOV. TIM PAWLENTY: FOR NEWT GINGRICH TO “QUESTION THE CHARACTER OF MITT ROMNEY IS OVER THE LINE”

Boston, MA – Former Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty today made the following statement on Newt Gingrich’s comments about Mitt Romney’s character:

“I thought I had heard it all from Newt Gingrich, but for him to question the character of Mitt Romney is over the line. I have spent a lot of time with Mitt Romney, and I can tell you with zero hesitation that he is a man of flawless character. Mitt ran the state of Massachusetts and the Salt Lake City Olympic games with integrity beyond reproach. As President, he will govern with the same leadership guided by the morals and values that Americans hold dear. Newt Gingrich’s attacks on his character are way out of bounds.”

Governor Tim Pawlenty Attends Romney for President Event at Romney New Hampshire Headquarters

Governor Tim Pawlenty Attends Romney for President Event at Romney New Hampshire Headquarters

Boston, MA – On Sunday, Governor Tim Pawlenty will attend an event at Mitt Romney’s New Hampshire Headquarters.

Sunday, January 8, 2012

Event: Governor Tim Pawlenty Attends Romney for President Event

When: 6:15 PM EST

Location: Romney for President New Hampshire Headquarters 361 Elm Street Manchester, New Hampshire

Tiburon Inc. Appoints Tim Pawlenty to Board of Directors

Tiburon Inc. Appoints Tim Pawlenty to Board of Directors

PLEASANTON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tiburon, Inc. (“Tiburon”), the industry-leading provider of public safety and security solutions for law enforcement, fire and rescue and corrections agencies for state, local, Federal and international agencies, and a portfolio company of The Gores Group, today announced that former Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty has joined the Tiburon Board of Directors.

“I’ve been impressed by Tiburon’s products and services, which are absolutely critical to governmental agencies and first responders. Their contributions cannot be overstated and I am proud to be joining Tiburon’s Board of Directors”
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During his two terms as Governor, Pawlenty oversaw budgets for and worked closely with state agencies, including law enforcement, fire and rescue and corrections. He gained further intimate knowledge in these areas serving as chairman of the National Governor’s Association in 2007-2008 and will add significant insight to the Tiburon Board of Directors.

“We are thrilled to have Governor Pawlenty join the Tiburon Board of Directors. Tim’s sharp commercial mind and deep public service experience lends tremendous credibility to Tiburon,” said Tim Meyer, Chairman of Tiburon’s Board of Directors and Managing Director for The Gores Group. “He understands and appreciates the challenges of municipalities and first responders, such as police and fire departments.”

“I’ve been impressed by Tiburon’s products and services, which are absolutely critical to governmental agencies and first responders. Their contributions cannot be overstated and I am proud to be joining Tiburon’s Board of Directors,” said Pawlenty. “I am energized to be working with The Gores Group to achieve Tiburon’s full potential.”

Pawlenty’s addition to the Tiburon Board of Directors is another step the company has recently taken to strengthen its brand and ensure its long-term success, including the appointment of tech veteran Michael W. Bealmear as President and Chief Executive Officer. This also comes on the heels of The Gores Group buying down the company’s debt which was a remnant of its acquisition as part of the Compudyne group of companies in 2007.

Commenting on Pawlenty, Michael Bealmear, added, “Governor Pawlenty brings tremendous value and leadership to our company and we are very excited to have him on our team. Tiburon has a bright future and we are encouraged by this latest development. Taken together with Gores’ ongoing financial and operational support, expertise and capital commitments, Tiburon is now well positioned to achieve its full potential.”

Ann Romney, Josh Romney and Tim and Mary Pawlenty Hold a Romney for President Iowa Grassroots Rally in Des Moines on Saturday

Ann Romney, Josh Romney and Tim and Mary Pawlenty Hold a Romney for President Iowa Grassroots Rally in Des Moines on Saturday

Boston, MA – Tomorrow, Ann Romney, Josh Romney and Governor Tim and Mary Pawlenty will hold a Romney for President Iowa Grassroots Rally in Des Moines.

Saturday, December 10, 2011

Event: Ann Romney, Josh Romney and Governor Tim and Mary Pawlenty Hold a Romney for President Iowa Grassroots Rally

When: 12:00 PM CST

Location: Romney for President Headquarters 2932 Ingersoll Avenue Des Moines, Iowa

Romney Camp Kicks Off “Earn It With Mitt” in Manchester on Saturday with Tim Pawlenty

Romney Camp Kicks Off “Earn It With Mitt” in Manchester on Saturday with Tim Pawlenty

Boston, MA – On Saturday, Mitt Romney and Tim Pawlenty will be in Manchester, NH to kick off “Earn It With Mitt,” an all-out volunteer effort to speak with voters in their homes and on the street. Hundreds of volunteers will gather at Theo’s Pizza for a campaign rally with Governors Romney and Pawlenty before deploying to the streets to share Mitt Romney’s message of growing the economy and creating jobs.

Saturday, December 3, 2011

Event:  Earn It With Mitt

Participants: Mitt Romney, Tim Pawlenty, and Hundreds of Romney Volunteers

When: 9:30 AM EST

Location:                 

Theo’s Pizza Restaurant
Parking Lot
102 Elm Street
Manchester, New Hampshire

Tim Pawlenty Campaigns For Mitt Romney In New Hampshire

Tim Pawlenty Campaigns For Mitt Romney In New Hampshire

Boston, MA – On Friday, Romney for President National Co-Chair Governor Tim Pawlenty will attend the Cheshire County Republican Committee annual holiday party.

Friday, December 2, 2011

Event: Governor Tim Pawlenty Attends Cheshire County Republican Committee Annual Holiday Party

When: 6:00 PM EST

Location: Keene Country Club 755 West Hill Road Keene, New Hampshire

Official Portrait of Governor Tim Pawlenty is Unveiled at Minnesota State Capitol

Official Portrait of Governor Tim Pawlenty is Unveiled at Minnesota State Capitol

The Minnesota Historical Society today unveiled the official portrait of former Governor Tim Pawlenty. The framed portrait will be hung on the ground floor of the Minnesota State Capitol, taking its place alongside portraits of 38 previous Minnesota governors.

“Serving as governor of this great state was an incredible and humbling honor,” Governor Pawlenty said. “During my time in office we worked to reflect the common sense that characterizes Minnesotans. Our state is great not because of politicians, but because of the people. I hope every Minnesotan, from school children to retirees, who visits this Capitol, reflects on the perseverance, strength and good-heartedness of the Minnesota spirit.”

The painting:

The portrait depicts Governor Pawlenty in front of the Capitol, looking straight ahead. The artist chose no hidden symbols, no veiled artistic messages. Rather, he elected to paint a classic portrait of the man who led Minnesota from 2003-2011.

The portrait will hang in the Capitol building on the ground floor, west wing at the south corridor leading to the Great Hall. It will be available for viewing on Oct. 11.

The artist:

The portrait is by renowned artist Rossin, a native Bulgarian born in 1964 and a graduate of the Sofia Fine Art Academy. Accepted to the Bulgarian Association of Artists at only 19, his work has been showcased extensively in Europe and Asia. Rossin moved to Atlanta in 2001 and has produced more than 260 portraits since.

His work includes portraits of many high profile figures, including Ambassador Andrew Young for the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery; Presidents George H. and George W. Bush for the Presidential Library in College Station, Texas; and recently Hank Aaron for The Baseball Hall of Fame. Rossin has also painted many incredibly lifelike contemporary portraits, including Abraham Lincoln, George Washington, Morgan Freeman, Nelson Mandela, Theodore Roosevelt and more. To learn more about him visit www.RossinFineArt.com.

The collection:

The Minnesota Historical Society has responsibility for the art and historic features of the Capitol and offers an ongoing tour program to showcase the building and its continuing role in Minnesota history.

The official portrait of Governor Tim Pawlenty is the latest addition to the Society’s collection of Minnesota art. Society art curator, Brian Szott, says "the Society's mission is to tell the story of Minnesota and its people and this portrait is an excellent example of fulfilling that goal. The Pawlenty portrait and all the other portraits at the Capitol provide visitors with an opportunity to contemplate the contributions and significance of notable Minnesotans. With each passing generation, their legacy continues to grow and be fully appreciated."

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Tim Pawlenty: “My Endorsement: Mitt Romney For President”

TIM PAWLENTY: “MY ENDORSEMENT: MITT ROMNEY FOR PRESIDENT”

“My Endorsement: Mitt Romney For President”

By Tim Pawlenty

National Review Online
September 12, 2011
http://www.nationalreview.com

Great crises often produce great leaders. Unfortunately, sometimes the timing isn’t right, and neither is the leader.

Barack Obama came into office in the midst of a great economic crisis. Although hopes were high, he did not rise to the occasion. Now that the clouds of enthusiasm and excitement have parted, we see he was obviously unsuited for the task at hand.

President Obama has failed to meet America’s economic challenges.

His three years of spending, regulating and taxing have not restarted the economy. Unemployment remains at a shocking 9.1 percent. Economic growth is hovering on the edge of a renewed recession.

Abroad, the standing of the United States appears uncertain and adrift under the failed leadership of a president who prefers chastising allies to condemning foes.

Fortunately, America may get a second chance: Mitt Romney is running for president, and I am proud to endorse him.

Alone among the contenders, he possesses the unique qualifications to confront and master our severe economic predicament. His abiding faith in our country’s exceptional historical position as a beacon of freedom will make him the most important leader in a world that depends upon a strong America to stay at peace.

Having served as governor of Massachusetts, he turned that state’s budget around from deficit to surplus while simultaneously cutting taxes, but that is not the full measure of what he will bring to the presidency. His time in government was a moment of service — a way to give back to our country — following a distinguished career in the private sector, where he launched companies and turned around troubled ones.

When the 2002 Winter Olympics were on the verge of collapse thanks to a bid-rigging scandal, Romney was asked to take over. The attacks of September 11 created a security nightmare. Romney presided over a highly complex security mobilization, addressed the management troubles plaguing the games, and staged one of the most memorable competitions ever seen on American soil.

Romney is running for president because he is deeply committed to our country, troubled by its current condition, and I believe he can turn it around.

He’s formulated an economic plan — a set of alternatives to the government-oriented programs that Barack Obama has put in place — that is unparalleled in the history of American electoral campaigns. By pressing for fundamental change in the way that Washington taxes and spends, issues regulations, uses energy, interacts with our major trading partners, and deals with our labor force, he fully envisions a way to place America back on the path toward rapid economic growth and full employment.

And at his core, Mitt Romney is a man of great character. He and his wife Ann have been married for more than four decades. She is the love of his life. Together, they have five sons and 16 grandchildren.

But he’s not only a family man, he is a man of principle. He believes in the bedrock conservative ideals of limited government and free enterprise. He will stand up for America’s allies when they are threatened, with fortitude. And he will face down our adversaries. He is a formidable person, and he will certainly be a formidable president. Our allies can count on it, and our enemies should expect it.

Crises indeed produces great leaders. Sometimes it just takes awhile.