2008 Presidential Campaign Blog

Romney For President Launches New Web Ad, "Twists"

ROMNEY FOR PRESIDENT LAUNCHES NEW WEB AD, "TWISTS"

Boston, MA – Today, Romney for President launched its newest web ad, "Twists."  In 2000, Senator John McCain personally attacked George Bush's integrity by comparing him to President Clinton.  Today, Senator McCain is once again personally attacking his opponent, but this time it's Governor Romney.  The truth is that Senator McCain voted against the Bush tax cuts and supported last year's amnesty bill.  That's straight talk for being in Washington too long and that's leadership our country cannot afford.

Script For "Twists" (WEB:30):

ANNOUNCER:  "Remember?  Last time John McCain attacked President Bush's integrity."

JOHN MCCAIN:  "His ad twists the truth like Clinton.  We're all pretty tired of that."

ANNOUNCER:  "Comparing Bush to Clinton?  He was wrong then, and he’s wrong about Mitt Romney now.

"The truth?  'McCain is not as conservative as Romney.'

"'He voted against the Bush tax cuts.'

"On immigration, McCain supported this year's amnesty bill.

"Higher taxes, amnesty for illegals.

"That's straight talk for being in Washington too long."

GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY:  "I'm Mitt Romney and I approve this message."

Mitt Romney Caucus Night Speech Photos

Governor Mitt Romney On The Iowa Caucus

GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY ON THE IOWA CAUCUS

West Des Moines, IA – Tonight, Governor Mitt Romney made a strong showing at the Iowa Caucus.  Having begun the campaign in January 2007 virtually unknown in a race with several nationally-known candidates, Governor Romney earned more than 25% of the Iowa Caucus vote.  Elections are about the future and today, thousands in Iowa voted for Governor Romney's message of conservative change in Washington.   With the announcement of today's results, Governor Romney made the following remarks to supporters, volunteers and Americans across the country:

"You know, just as Dan Jansen pointed out, you win the silver in one event, it doesn't mean you're not going to come back and win the gold in the final event and that we're going to do.

"This thousand plus group of people here, and my whole family here, Ann and I, we have come a long way this last year.  You think about where we started – an unknown Governor from the bluest state in America comes to Iowa running against, well at that time three household names – Rudy Giuliani, John McCain, Fred Thompson – and somehow tonight we beat all of them.  We've just got to make sure we keep that up state after state after state.

"And you know, as I was going across Iowa over this last year with Ann, and the boys here, and my daughters-in-law and my grandkids, we heard something time and time again.  People feel that Washington is broken, that Washington just can't get the job done. 

"It's not just the White House they're talking about, it is Washington.  They look at what's happening there and they say, 'How come Washington can't deal with illegal immigration?  How come Washington can't build better jobs for us?  How come Washington can't help us become energy independent?  How come Washington can't get health insurance for all of our citizens without making it HillaryCare or socialized medicine?'  Washington is broken, and we're going to change that.   

"And Iowa said that tonight, Iowa said that tonight.  On the Democratic side, a new face, Barack Obama. On our side, the top two contenders here, the top two finishers, both people from outside Washington. You're going to see change in Washington, because America recognizes that we're not going to change the nation and have a bright future if we just send the same old people back to Washington just different chairs.  That's not going to work.  We need new faces in Washington, and I intend to be one of them.

"You can't believe what's going on in our hearts, Ann and my hearts, as we were coming down here.  We just talked about what it was like when we first came to Iowa, hardly knowing anybody and now we know thousands of people in this state who have warmed our hearts, have welcomed us into their homes, have talked to their friends and neighbors about us, and campaigned for us and made calls for us, thousands and thousands of calls.  Some of you were joined by people from all over the country that came in to help us on this campaign.  You have so inspired us.  You so moved us.  We will always remember our dear friends here in Iowa, and I am planning on coming back in the general election when we take on whoever it is the Democrats nominate.

"And so, to the people of Iowa and to our friends here: thank you, we love you, we're going to miss you for a few months, but we're coming back.  We'll never forget what you've done for us.  We love Iowa. God bless Iowa and God bless the United States of America." 

Romney For President Launches New Television Ad, "Remember"

ROMNEY FOR PRESIDENT LAUNCHES NEW TELEVISION AD, "REMEMBER"

Boston, MA – Today, Romney for President launched its newest television ad, "Remember."  The ad highlights the people of New Hampshire discussing the issues that are important to them – lowering tax burdens, securing our borders and changing Washington.  While rightly honored as a true patriot, Senator McCain has opposed tax relief, supported amnesty and is too much of a Washington insider to change Washington.  On the issues important to New Hampshire Republicans, Senator McCain has taken the wrong approach.

The ad will begin airing today as part of the campaign's rotation in New Hampshire.

Script For "Remember" (TV:30):

GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY:  "I'm Mitt Romney and I approved this message."

BOB DUFFY:  "I believe John McCain's war record is outstanding."

MARIE PALING:  "He's a true patriot and has served his country long and well."

BOB DUFFY:  "However, his record in the US Senate leaves a lot to be desired."

GENE BOIS:  "John McCain has been one of those Republicans that have been wrong on tax cuts."

RAY BRUN:  "Opposing tax cuts that would have helped our family, supporting amnesty for illegal immigrants, taking jobs away from Americans."

COLLETT HILL:  "He wrote the amnesty bill that America rejected."

BOB DEGANGE:  "He's not really listened to the American people."

MARIE PALING:  "He's had his chance in Washington to make things better."

Romney For President Launches New Web Ad, "Roundhouse Kick"

ROMNEY FOR PRESIDENT LAUNCHES NEW WEB AD, "ROUNDHOUSE KICK"

Boston, MA – Today, Romney for President launched its newest web ad, "Roundhouse Kick."  Governor Mike Huckabee and Chuck Norris may be campaigning together but they don't see eye to eye on fighting crime.  Norris believes in giving a presidential pardon to "no one, ever."  Governor Huckabee granted 1,033 pardons and commutations, including 12 convicted murderers.  The Texas Ranger can subdue criminals with just his icy stare.  Now only if he could convince Governor Huckabee it was wrong to grant more clemencies than the previous three governors combined.

Script For "Roundhouse Kick" (WEB:30):

ANNOUNCER:  "Two good men, both into fitness.  Both love Chuck Norris.

"But where do they stand on crime?

"Chuck Norris: 'give a presidential pardon to no one, ever.'

"Norris subdues criminals with just an icy stare.

"And Mike Huckabee?  He granted 1,033 pardons and commutations, including 12 convicted murderers.

"Huckabee granted more clemencies than the previous three governors combined.

"Chuck Norris, Mike Huckabee.  Now who deserves the roundhouse kick?"

Mitt Romney Announces Support Of Iowa Senate Republican Leader Ron Wieck

GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY ANNOUNCES SUPPORT OF IOWA SENATE REPUBLICAN LEADER RON WIECK

Boston, MA – Today, Governor Mitt Romney announced Ron Wieck, the Republican Leader in the Iowa State Senate, endorsed Governor Mitt Romney's campaign for President, just one day before the Iowa Caucuses. 

"Senator Wieck embodies the kind of conservative vision, strong family values, and executive experience that we need in Iowa, and in capitol buildings across this country," said Governor Romney.  "I look forward to working with him to share my vision for the future of our country."

Republican Leader Wieck joins the following previously announced Iowa Legislators in endorsing Governor Romney:  House Republican Leader Christopher Rants, State Representatives Richard Anderson, Betty De Boef, Dave Deyoe, Greg Forristall, Linda Miller, Steve Olson, Chuck Soderberg, Doug Struyk, David Tjepkes, Jodi Tymeson, Ralph Watts and Tami Wiencek; and State Senators Jim Hahn, David Johnson, Dave Mulder and Brad Zaun.

"I believe Governor Romney is the individual who has the best opportunity to bring economic conservatives and social conservatives together," said Senator Wieck.  "I will be supporting Governor Romney in the Iowa Caucuses on Thursday, and I encourage other Iowa Republicans to do the same."

Romney For President Launches New Television Ad, "Vote For Tomorrow"

ROMNEY FOR PRESIDENT LAUNCHES NEW TELEVISION AD, "VOTE FOR TOMORROW"

Boston, MA – Today, Romney for President launched its newest television ad, "Vote for Tomorrow."  The ad highlights Governor Romney directly addressing the American people about his belief that this election is not about America's past but America's future.  In the next ten years, our country will see great progress and change.  Governor Romney is the only presidential candidate who can unleash the great promise and innovation of our nation.  The future begins now and Governor Romney is asking for the vote.

The ad will begin airing today as part of the campaign's rotation in New Hampshire.

Script For "Vote For Tomorrow" (TV:30):

GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY: "No one votes for yesterday.  We vote for tomorrow.  Every election is about the future.

"Many are pessimistic.  I'm not.

"In the next ten years, we'll see more progress, more change than the world has seen in the last ten centuries.

"Our next president must unleash the promise and innovation of the American people.

"I'm ready for that challenge. The future begins now.

"I'm Mitt Romney and I not only approve this message, I'm asking for your vote."

Bay Buchanan Joins Romney For President

BAY BUCHANAN JOINS ROMNEY FOR PRESIDENT

Boston, MA – Today, Bay Buchanan announced that she is endorsing Governor Mitt Romney for President of the United States.  Buchanan most recently headed Congressman Tom Tancredo's (R-CO) presidential campaign. 

"I am proud to be supporting Governor Romney.  Throughout this campaign, he has distinguished himself as the one Republican presidential candidate who not only speaks to the challenges confronting the American people, but can also win.  He will secure the border, strengthen the economy and ensure that America remains strong.  I believe that with Governor Romney's vision, values and experience, our nation will be stronger for future generations," said Bay Buchanan.

Welcoming Buchanan's support, Governor Romney said, "Throughout her career, Bay Buchanan has distinguished herself as a leading spokeswoman for our conservative values.  It is an honor to have her as part of our campaign to build a stronger America."

Romney For President Launches New Television Ad, "Everywhere"

ROMNEY FOR PRESIDENT LAUNCHES NEW TELEVISION AD, "EVERYWHERE"

Boston, MA – Today, Romney for President launched its newest television ad, "Everywhere."  The ad features Governor Romney talking with the American people about the challenges confronting our country and the need to change Washington.  With an exceptional record of turning around businesses and institutions, Governor Romney is the one candidate prepared to meet today's challenges.  Together, he believes we can grow the economy, stop illegal immigration, defend life and preserve our traditional values.  With his experience, vision and values, Governor Romney will make Washington work again and build a brighter future for America.

The ad will begin airing today as part of the campaign's rotation in Iowa.

Script For "Everywhere" (TV:30):

GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY:  "Everywhere my family and I go we hear that America's challenges are simply too big for Washington politicians.

"I've spent my life tackling big problems – helping turn around business, the Olympics, and state government.

"Together we can grow our economy, stop illegal immigration, defend life and preserve the values that make America the hope of the earth.

"It's time to turn around Washington. 

"I'm Mitt Romney, and I approve this message."

Mitt Romney Announces Support Of Iowa State Representative Betty De Boef

GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY ANNOUNCES SUPPORT OF IOWA STATE REPRESENTATIVE BETTY DE BOEF

Boston, MA – Today, Governor Mitt Romney announced that Iowa State Representative Betty De Boef has endorsed his Presidential campaign. 

"Betty is a pro-life, pro-family champion in the Iowa House and her support will be crucial as we continue to gain support across Iowa," said Governor Romney.  "As Iowa's January 3 caucus quickly approaches, I look forward to working with her to share my positive, conservative vision for the country."

Representative De Boef joins State Representatives Richard Anderson, Dave Deyoe, Greg Forristall, Linda Miller, Steve Olson, Christopher Rants, Chuck Soderberg, Doug Struyk, David Tjepkes, Jodi Tymeson, Ralph Watts and Tami Wiencek; and State Senators Jim Hahn, David Johnson, Dave Mulder and Brad Zaun.

"Governor Romney is the candidate who shares my passion for pro-family issues, and will also be our best advocate for fiscal and defense conservatives," said Representative Betty De Boef. "He is a leader in the fight to secure our border, and we can trust him to turn off the magnets that encourage illegal immigration.  I look forward to working hard for his team, making sure that other pro-family voters know Governor Romney is the candidate to support on caucus night."