2008 Presidential Campaign Blog

South Carolina State Representatives Enourage Colleagues To Support John Edwards

SOUTH CAROLINA STATE REPRESENTATIVES ENCOURAGE COLLEAGUES TO SUPPORT JOHN EDWARDS FOR PRESIDENT

Columbia, South Carolina - Today, three prominent African American South Carolina State Representatives are sending a letter to over 500 black state legislators from across the country, discussing why they support Senator John Edwards for president.  State Representatives Bill Clyburn, Lonnie Hosey and Chris Hart, who have all endorsed Edwards for President, are encouraging their colleagues to join them in supporting Edwards, believing he is the best candidate to address the concerns of their communities and bring about bold change for America.

"When it comes to the issues that state and local governments deal with everyday, like affordable health care and expanding opportunity, Senator Edwards leads this campaign with tangible and achievable plans," wrote Clyburn, Hosey and Hart.

In their letter, Clyburn, Hosey and Hart, mention Edwards' work over the past few years to ensure justice - walking the picket line with workers in Miami, working to raise the minimum wage in six states and traveling to Louisiana with 700 college students over Spring Break to help with rebuilding efforts.   They also cite Edwards' detailed plans to ensure opportunity for all Americans as a reason they support Edwards.  His plans to end poverty, provide universal health care, make college available to everyone and fight global warming would improve local and state communities across the country. 

Michigan Veterans Support John McCain

MICHIGAN VETERANS SUPPORT JOHN MCCAIN
Veterans Join State Advisory Committee

ARLINGTON, VA – U.S. Senator John McCain's presidential campaign today announced the creation of the Michigan Veterans Advisory Committee.  The state veterans’ leadership team is made up of former POWs, senior ranking officers and non-commissioned officers, state veterans’ group leaders, as well as elected officials.

“John McCain’s unwavering support for our men and women in uniform in the face of political adversity proves that he is uniquely prepared to be our Commander-In-Chief,” said Army Lieutenant Colonel and Michigan State Senator John Pappageorge.

“We are proud to stand with a fellow POW and support his candidacy for President of the United States,” said former POW Donald “Digger” Odell.  “He is a man of honor and dignity who can lead America’s foreign policy from day one.”

Lieutenant Colonel Hank Fuhs, a 31-year veteran of the Air National Guard and U.S. Air Force, and Secretary of the Michigan Republican Party, will chair the Michigan Veterans Advisory Committee.

Senator John McCain stated that he was proud to have the support of these respected veterans.  “These individuals have earned the respect of their country and communities, and I am thankful for their leadership as we move forward in this campaign.”

James Island Mayor Announces Support For McCain

JAMES ISLAND MAYOR ANNOUNCES SUPPORT FOR MCCAIN

ARLINGTON, VA - U.S. Senator John McCain’s presidential campaign today announced that James Island Mayor Mary Clark has joined South Carolina Mayors for McCain and will help build the campaign’s grassroots network in her community.

Clark joins twenty-six South Carolina mayors who have already publicly signed on to Senator McCain’s team in the Palmetto State.

“John McCain has a proven record of conservative reform,” said Mayor Clark.  “Whether he is standing strong in the defense of this country, beating back wasteful spending, or voting to promote a culture of life, Senator McCain has shown he’s on our side.”

Senator John McCain emphasized the importance mayors are playing in growing local support.  “Mary Clark is a hardworking leader who has earned respect and support in James Island," said Senator McCain. 

New Hampshire Leaders Stand With John McCain

NEW HAMPSHIRE LEADERS STAND WITH SENATOR MCCAIN

ARLINGTON, VA – U.S. Senator John McCain’s presidential campaign today announced its New Hampshire leadership team is organized, active, and prepared for the campaign’s official launch on Wednesday, April 25th. 

The influential state leadership team will continue to build Senator McCain’s organization in New Hampshire in preparation for the state’s first-in-the-nation primary.  The team is led by former Executive Councilor Peter Spaulding, who served as Senator McCain’s New Hampshire chair in 2000. 

“John McCain has proven himself as a strong and consistent leader,” said Spaulding.  “It is an honor to again chair his New Hampshire organization and work with this outstanding team to match the success we had here in 2000.  We will help elect John McCain as the next President of the United States.”

Former New Hampshire state party chair Steve Duprey cited Senator McCain’s straight talk on the issues.

“John McCain is an extraordinary leader who can be counted on to stand on principal.  In these challenging times, America needs a Commander-In-Chief who will not be swayed by pundits or polls,” said Duprey.

Senator John McCain expressed his confidence in the organization.  “I am proud to have the support of this experienced group of individuals,” said Senator McCain.  “Their counsel will be critical as we continue to build our grassroots organization in the state.” 

Florida Legislators Endorse Mitt Romney

FLORIDA LEGISLATORS ENDORSE GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY

Boston, MA – During a visit to Tallahassee today to meet with state and local leaders, Governor Mitt Romney announced that 10 Florida legislators have endorsed his candidacy for President.  These members of the Florida State Legislature include State Senators JD Alexander, Carey Baker and Stephen R. Wise as well as State Representatives Marti Coley, James C. Frishe, Michael J. Grant, Alan Hays, Ed Hooper, Trey Traviesa and Trudi Williams.

"I am proud to have the support of these respected and accomplished lawmakers," said Governor Romney.  "Through Republican leadership, Florida has become a national model for translating conservative principles into successful policies.  We showed the same type of discipline in Massachusetts and that is exactly what is needed now in Washington.  I look forward to sharing my vision with Floridians as we discuss the solutions needed to meet a new generation of challenges."

These leaders join a strong and growing Florida organization that includes an accomplished Florida Steering Committee and a Florida Statewide Finance Team comprised of nearly 80 business and community leaders from across the state.  The Florida Steering Committee is chaired by former Lieutenant Governor Toni Jennings, former Speakers of the House Allan Bense and John Thrasher, former Chairman of the Florida Republican Party Al Cardenas and U.S. Congressman Tom Feeney.

Additional Florida legislators who have endorsed Governor Romney include State Representatives Dennis Baxley, Jennifer Carroll, Anitere Flores and Dick Kravitz.  Former Senator and Chairman of the Republican Party of Florida Van Poole and former Representative Dudley Goodlette have also endorsed Governor Romney.  Each serves as a Co-Chair of Governor Romney's Steering Committee.

Mitt Romney Announces Support Of Charles H. Bronson

GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY ANNOUNCES SUPPORT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES COMMISSIONER CHARLES H. BRONSON

Boston, MA - Governor Mitt Romney today announced that Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Commissioner Charles H. Bronson has endorsed his campaign for President of the United States.

"I am tremendously pleased to welcome Commissioner Bronson to our campaign team here in Florida," said Governor Romney. "As a fifth-generation Floridian and leader of the largest state Department of Agriculture in the country, Commissioner Bronson's support and counsel will be invaluable in this critical state. We both agree that it is time to bring needed change to Washington, change that will only happen with innovation and transformation."

Commissioner Bronson joins a strong and growing organization in Florida, which includes a Steering Committee comprised of accomplished and respected state leaders and a Statewide Finance Team of more than 80 successful business and community leaders. The Florida Steering Committee is led by former Lt. Governor Toni Jennings, former Speakers of the House Allan Bense and John Thrasher, former Chairman of the Republican Party of Florida Al Cardenas and U.S. Congressman Tom Feeney.

"Governor Romney's fresh and optimistic vision for our country, combined with his record of action as a businessman, President of the 2002 Winter Olympics and Governor of Massachusetts, has convinced me he is the right choice to tackle the new set of global challenges we face," said Commissioner Bronson. "Instead of typical campaign rhetoric, Governor Romney has proposed clear, bold and innovative solutions for our future based on conservative principles, including plans to strengthen our military, protect American taxpayers, bring fiscal discipline back to Washington and encourage the use of cleaner, more efficient energy sources. Governor Romney is the right choice for Florida and the right choice for America."

Prominent New Hampshire Leaders Endorse John Edwards

PROMINENT NEW HAMPSHIRE LEADERS ENDORSE JOHN EDWARDS FOR PRESIDENT
NEW HAMPSHIRE LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE FORMED TO LEAD GRASSROOTS CAMPAIGN ACROSS NEW HAMPSHIRE

Manchester, New Hampshire - Building on its momentum in the state, the John Edwards for President Campaign announced today that prominent leaders from across New Hampshire have endorsed Senator John Edwards for President.  These endorsers will join Edwards' New Hampshire Leadership Committee and help build a grassroots campaign across New Hampshire.

"I am honored to have the support of so many great New Hampshire leaders," said Edwards.  "I plan to continue to campaign hard in New Hampshire and look forward to working with these leaders to strengthen our grassroots campaign here in New Hampshire, so every voter knows my plans for big, bold change for America."

Laurie McCray, a veteran activist from the Seacoast region endorsed Edwards saying, "We have proven over the last two years that building grassroots, 'outside-in' movements is the recipe for creating change in New Hampshire. I believe that the Edwards campaign is the next great example of this, and I am thrilled to be a part of the movement."

"My commitment to Senator Edwards is as strong today as ever," said former State Senator and Edwards 2004 State Director Caroline McCarley. "John Edwards has spoken with distinct clarity about the great moral issues of our time and his plans to address them, and I am honored to stand with him once more."

Edwards continues to gain strength in New Hampshire and is also the only Democratic candidate to receive endorsements from members of the New Hampshire State Senate.

Senator John McCain’s 2008 Presidential Announcement Tour Iowa, Nevada, & Arizona

Senator McCain’s Presidential Announcement Tour

ARLINGTON, VA – U.S. Senator John McCain’s campaign today announced that the Arizona Senator will declare his candidacy for President of the United States on April 25th in New Hampshire.  Senator McCain will then travel to South Carolina on April 26th, Iowa on April 27th, and conclude in Nevada and Arizona on April 28th.

Friday, April 27, 2007

Senator John McCain
Campaign Rally
Friday, April 27, 2007 at 11:30 a.m. CDT

Principal Financial Group, Corporate One Building
First Floor, The Square
711 High Street
Des Moines, Iowa 50392

Senator John McCain
Campaign Rally
Friday, April 27, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. CDT

Sioux City Convention Center
Second Floor Meeting Rooms
801 4th Street
Sioux City, Iowa 51101

Saturday, April 28, 2007

Senator John McCain
Campaign Rally
Saturday, April 28, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. PDT

Elko County Courthouse
Front Steps
571 Idaho Street
Elko, Nevada 89801

Senator John McCain

Campaign Rally
Saturday, April 28, 2007 at 3:00 p.m. MST

Tempe City Hall
Front Steps
31 East Fifth Street
Tempe, Arizona 85281

McCain Announces National Security, Energy Advisors

MCCAIN ANNOUNCES NATIONAL SECURITY, ENERGY ADVISORS
Schlesinger, McFarlane and Woolsey Join Prestigious National Security Team

ARLINGTON, VA – U.S. Senator John McCain’s presidential campaign today announced that former Secretary of Defense James Schlesinger, the Honorable Robert ‘Bud’ McFarlane, and former CIA Director R. Jim Woolsey* have endorsed John McCain for President and will advise his campaign on energy and national security issues.

The trio of former top-level security officials pledged their support to Senator John McCain’s presidential campaign and will continue to play a key role in the campaign’s focus on the intersection of energy and national security issues.

“America’s dependence on foreign oil is a critical issue of national security,” said Schlesinger.  “John McCain is a leader with the character and credibility to ensure that our nation’s safety and prosperity does not rest in the hands of hostile regimes.

“It makes no sense for America to be funding both sides in the struggle against radical Islam or to remain vulnerable to the whims of unstable foreign sources of oil," said McFarlane.  "John McCain understands this and that the means for relieving these anomalies are within our reach.”

“John McCain has the resolve to push for advanced technologies that will lead to greater energy independence for America,” said Woolsey.  “As president, he will foster innovation and entrepreneurship in the diversification of our energy supply.”

Senator John McCain stated that he was proud of the support and counsel he has received from these globally recognized leaders in America’s energy and defense sectors.  “These individuals are recognized and respected for their seriousness and leadership on the important security issues confronting our nation,” said Senator McCain.  “I am honored to have their support, and I look forward to working with them to develop innovative policies that move America forward.”

Nashua Leaders Join Team McCain

NASHUA LEADERS JOIN TEAM MCCAIN

ARLINGTON, VA – U.S. Senator John McCain’s presidential campaign today announced that Alderman Dave MacLaughlin and former State Representative Paul LaFlamme will join Mayor Bernie Streeter as co-chairs of the Nashua leadership team.

Republican leaders joining the team include Aldermen-at-Large David Deane and Brian McCarthy, Alderman Robert Dion, Alderman Mark Cookson, Nashua Treasurer Dave Fredette, former state Representative Nelson Allen, former state Representative William Mosher, and grassroots activist Dot Nice.

Additionally, former Alderman Scott Cote and Nashua Commuter Rail Advisory Committee Chair Wayne Gagne, both registered Independents, will join Senator McCain’s Nashua leadership team.

“As a registered Independent, I look for someone who is consistent on the issues and willing to tell it like it is,” said former Alderman Cote.  “Senator McCain is that candidate.”

Alderman Dave MacLaughlin said, “I am honored to help build Senator McCain’s team in Nashua.  The campaign is on the ground early and we are building the strongest organization this city has ever seen.”

The leadership team will use their experience to provide counsel and direction to the campaign in New Hampshire.

Senator John McCain expressed his appreciation for their support.  “These individuals are influential leaders who have earned the respect of their community,” said Senator McCain.  “They will be invaluable advocates as we continue to grow our campaign in New Hampshire.”