2008 Presidential Campaign Blog

John McCain Photo From Blaine, Minnesota

John McCain traveled to Minnesota to campaign for Governor Tim Pawlenty. The Governor and Senator McCain spoke to supporters in Rochester, Mankato, Blaine, Duluth and Moorhead today. At the National Sports Center in Blaine, Senator McCain praised the Governor's leadership.

“These are very dangerous times for America.  This is the kind of leadership that I’d like to pass the torch to, so that America will remain the noblest experiment in the history of mankind.  This is a leader that can carry that torch. Ladies and gentlemen, your governor, Tim Pawlenty.”

Senator McCain to Travel to Minnesota November 1

Monday, October 30, 2006
   
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Senator John McCain announced today his travel schedule for Wednesday, November 1, 2006.

Senator McCain will be in Minnesota with Governor Tim Pawlenty for a series of “Driving Minnesota Forward” rallies. The Senator and Governor Pawlenty will join Congressman Gil Gutknecht and Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice Sandy Keith for the first rally in Rochester that will be held at Pemstar at 8:15 a.m. CST. At 10:15 a.m. CST, the Senator, Governor Pawlenty and Congressman Gutknecht will attend a rally at the Midwest Wireless Civic Center in Mankato.

Wednesday afternoon, Senator McCain and Governor Pawlenty will travel to Blaine for a rally at the National Sports Center’s Schwan Center Grand Hall at 12:00 p.m. CST. Following the event, the Senator and Governor Pawlenty will go to Duluth for a rally at Monaco Air Duluth at 3:00 p.m. CST.

Wednesday evening, Senator McCain and Governor Pawlenty will wrap up the rallies in Moorhead with an event at the Marriot Courtyard at 7:15 p.m. CST.

U.S. Senator John McCain to campaign with Governor Tim Pawlenty

U.S. Senator John McCain to campaign with with Governor Tim Pawlenty

(St. Paul) – Governor Tim Pawlenty’s campaign announced today that U.S. Senator John McCain will join the Governor on the campaign trail in Minnesota on Wed., November 1.

“Senator McCain is truly an American hero and one of our nation’s guiding lights,” Governor Pawlenty said.  “You can't help but look at his life story and his record of courage, dedication and self-service and not be inspired.  I’m honored that he’s going to spend some time with us in Minnesota in November as we enter the home stretch of the campaign.”

David Roederer Named Iowa Chairman For Straight Talk America PAC

Friday, September 22, 2006

David Roederer to Join Straight Talk America
   
ALEXANDRIA, VA - We are pleased to announce that David Roederer will be joining Straight Talk America as the Iowa Chairman of the PAC. He will help guide Straight Talk America’s efforts to help elect Republican candidates up and down the ballot, especially in Iowa.

Mr. Roederer has been involved in campaigns at all levels of government. He chaired the Iowa Bush-Cheney 2004 Campaign.

“I am honored David is sharing his considerable talents with Straight Talk America,” Senator McCain said. “He has proven to be a devoted Republican and I look forward to working with him to determine how Straight Talk can best help our Party’s candidates in Iowa as the 2006 elections draw closer.”

“I am pleased to have the opportunity to assist Senator McCain’s Straight Talk America PAC,” Roederer said. “Senator McCain has demonstrated unwavering commitment to electing Republican candidates, and I look forward to helping him achieve his goals this November.”

John McCain Receives Support From Phil Gramm

Phil Gramm's support of John McCain is featured in this Washington Times article.

"Now, one of the most widely respected conservatives in the country says he is ready to help pull the McCain campaign bandwagon whenever the senator makes his 2008 Republican presidential run official.

"He is the only person I know who is running and capable of getting elected who is tough enough to do what needs to be done," says former Texas Sen. Phil Gramm."
   
John McCain served as national chairman of Senator Gramm's 1996 presidential campaign.

John McCain Unveils New 2000 Presidential Campaign Web Page

John McCain unveiled his 2000 Presidential Campaign web page on April 30, 1999 with this release.

(WASHINGTON, DC) -- Republican presidential candidate U.S. Senator John McCain today unveiled his Presidential campaign web page.

"I'm excited my campaign is making use of the cutting edge in communications technology," said McCain, who yesterday also participated in the first online chat of his campaign. "My web site offers the latest features to help supporters, committed or potential, as well as reporters, students and the just plain curious."

"The Internet provides us with a new and exciting opportunity to communicate directly with voters," said McCain. "Each of us can now become better informed and more closely involved with candidates and their positions on the issues. Using sites like mine, citizens young and old can find the information they need to make more educated choices about their leaders."

McCain's site offers biographical video of the Senator's stirring life story, as well as clear statements of his stands on the important issues of the day. Major speeches as well as the Senator's campaign schedule and press releases are also available at the site. Supporters will also able to volunteer their time, donate money and request campaign paraphernalia.

John McCain Launches New Straight Talk America Web Site

John McCain launched the Straight Talk America Web Site with this Statement.

Straight Talk America Joins Fight for Reform:
All Americans Invited to Serve in the Cause
U.S. Senator John McCain has opened a new front in his fight for reform of government and politics. In establishing Straight Talk America Political Action Committee, McCain stated: "Americans instinctually understand that we are an unfinished nation, a great but not perfect one. The organization will help muster millions of reform-minded Americans to the cause of assuring that the institutions of our government and the conduct of our politics are worthy of America's greatness and reflect the country's highest ideals and aspirations for good.

"America's greatness has always been rooted in our principles: honoring Man's inalienable right to personal, political and economic freedom; devotion to the common good; service to causes greater than self; and a unifying patriotism. Straight Talk America has been conceived to serve those ideals and advance the cause of reform to assure that government and politics reflect our time-honored values," McCain said.

Straight Talk America's mission is threefold: To enlist Americans in the cause of reform that serves America's ideals; give financial assistance and support to candidates for political office who will best reflect the reform ethic; and provide a straight talking and potent voice in advancing the reform agenda that includes:

The cause of...creating a leaner, more responsible, effective and accountable federal government that serves interests of our people rather than the ambitions of our politicians
The cause of...assuring that the federal budget is managed in a manner that is fiscally responsible, cuts waste, invests wisely, husbands taxpayer dollars respectfully and is mindful of our obligations to future generations
The cause of...faithfully discharging America's responsibility to advance the ideals of liberty, human rights, self-governance and the rule of law throughout the world
The cause of...assuring a strong, capable and ready military that serves the cause of peace, is able to defend America's interests and values wherever and whenever they are threatened, and that cares conscientiously for the well-being of our young men and women in uniform
The cause of...protecting the security of our homeland and safeguarding the freedoms that are the birthright of all Americans
The cause of...supporting the health, strength and dignity of the American family and culture across the span of generations
The cause of...sustaining a strong economy devoted to rewarding initiative and to making accessible the American dream to all, so that all may share in the blessings of freedom
The cause of...energizing American leadership in science, technology, medicine, education, training and mastery in the skills of the future to secure the nation's prosperity and serve the upward march of humanity
The cause of...providing conscientious stewardship of our precious natural heritage for the benefit of this and future generations
The cause of...advancing the ethic of service and devotion to causes greater than self by all Americans
The cause of...building pride and full public participation in the nation's democratic institutions and the conduct of American politics
The cause of...inspiring youth to devote their energies, passion and talents to the betterment of America and mankind
The cause of...promoting straight talk in our political campaigns and policy debates
In the weeks ahead the Straight Talk America web site will provide more information about the mission, structure and activities of the organization and the Straight Talk movement.

The site will provide up-to-date information on the reform activities of Senator McCain and the reform agenda. It will let our fellow citizens know how they can contribute to the mission of reform, the betterment of America, and causes greater than oneself. And consistent, with Senator McCain's values of inclusion, transparency, and straight talk it will provide candid discussion of the reform issues facing the nation, and a full accounting of how and by whom the organization's activities are funded.

There are many causes greater than oneself for which it's an honor to serve. The cause of reform is one among them, but one that is eminently worthwhile. However you choose to serve or participate, Straight Talk America hopes it's a cause you will want to join because the nation is calling, the cause is honorable and be assured: Senator John McCain Wants You!

John McCain '08 Media Strategy

John Friedman's Article in Marketwatch concerning John McCain's '08 media strategy includes this quote about previous campaigns.

"McCain is realistic about the topsy-turvy nature of presidential politics, too much so to make any hard and fast predictions. Yes, he conceded, New York Sen. Hillary Clinton was indeed the "odds-on favorite" to seize the Democratic nomination in 2008. "But we all remember Ed Muskie and George Romney," he added, referring to two candidates who were heavily favored to lock up nominations from their parties in 1972 and 1968, respectively, but fell short in the end"