GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY ANNOUNCES REPRESENTATIVE TOM FEENEY'S SUPPORT
Boston, MA - Today, Governor Mitt Romney announced that U.S. Representative Tom Feeney (R-FL) will serve as a key liaison to fiscal conservatives and organizations promoting fiscal responsibility in Washington.
"I am pleased to have the support of Representative Feeney. He has been a powerful watchdog for fiscal responsibility in our nation's capital. I look forward to working with him as we strive to restore basic fiscal conservative values, curb runaway spending, and protect taxpayers' money," said Governor Romney.
With Governor Romney's announcement, Representative Feeney said, "I am proud to be part of Governor Romney's team. With his record of fighting for lower taxes and balanced budgets, Governor Romney is the right kind of leader to bring fiscal sanity back to Washington. Governor Romney will be a strong fiscal steward of the American people's tax money."
ROB GRAY JOINS TEAM MCCAIN IN THE NORTHEAST
Massachusetts Strategist To Serve As Senior Advisor
ARLINGTON, VA – U.S. Senator John McCain’s exploratory committee today announced that strategist and public relations specialist Rob Gray has joined the Senator’s team and will serve as a senior advisor focusing on communications and political affairs in New England.
Rob Gray has worked on numerous campaigns in the state of Massachusetts and has served as an adviser to the Bush-Cheney ’00 and ’04 campaigns, as well as the Republican National Committee (RNC).
Gray stated it would be an honor to work with the Arizona Senator and his team. “I look forward to helping John McCain communicate his message,” said Gray. “Voters in the northeast, just like everywhere else in the country, will support a candidate that stands up for common sense conservatism and is committed to reforming government.”
Senator McCain said that Gray is a meaningful addition to the exploratory committee. “Rob Gray has a proven track record of providing quality advice and counsel. He is an important addition to the team we are building.”
GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY ANNOUNCES SUPPORT OF RNC COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Boston, MA - Today, Governor Mitt Romney announced that 16 members of the Republican National Committee (RNC) will be joining the Romney for President Exploratory Committee.
"As we gather for the RNC annual winter meeting, I am grateful to have the strong support of my fellow Republicans. In our Party and in their respective states, these men and women will be tireless advocates for our common ideals of lowering taxes, curbing runaway spending, promoting traditional values, and providing for a strong national defense," said Governor Romney. "In just two weeks, we have put together a strong team united by an optimistic vision for the future and motivated to go forward."
RNC Committee Members Supporting Governor Romney: Cindy Costa, SC, Darrell Crate, MA, David Norcross, NJ, Donna Gosney, WV, Jody Dow, MA, June Hartley, OR, Louis Pope, MD, Lynn Windel, OK, Peter Cianchette, ME, Robert Manning, RI, Ron Kaufman, MA, Sara Gear Boyd, VT, Solomon Yue, OR, Tom Rath, NH, Tony Parker, DC, Vance Day, OR.
SENATOR MICHELLE MCMANUS JOINS SUPPORTERS OF MCCAIN
McManus To Lead Women For McCain In Michigan
ARLINGTON, VA - U.S. Senator John McCain's exploratory committee today announced that State Senator Michelle McManus will serve as state chairman of Women for McCain and become a member of the statewide Michigan Steering Committee.
"John McCain is a common sense conservative, who has dedicated his career in public service to expanding opportunities for those who seek to make the American Dream a reality," said McManus. "I look forward to helping build a team that will focus on communicating the Senator's conservative values."
"As a conservative political leader in Michigan, Senator McManus knows what it takes to win," said Senator John McCain. "I look forward to her advice and counsel as she will be a key member of our team in the state."
Attorney General Mike Cox is the Chairman of John McCain 2008 - The Exploratory Committee for Michigan. Republican National Committeeman Chuck Yob and Republican National Committeewoman Holly Hughes are Co-Chairs of the Michigan Steering Committee.
THOMPSON ANNOUNCES KEY COMMITTEE STAFF, ADVISORS IN IOWA
DAVENPORT, Iowa - Former Wisconsin Gov. Tommy G. Thompson announced today that four more prominent Iowa Republicans, including the state chairman of the Iowa College Republicans and the former Iowa Speaker of the House, have signed on to his presidential exploratory committee
We are building a strong team in Iowa that is committed to bringing America together again and developing common sense solutions to the problems that face our families," Thompson said. "I am highly honored that they are joining the exploratory committee."
The additions to Thompson's Iowa team include:
Chad Olsen, Forbes 2000 political director. Olsen will manage the exploratory committee and will serve as Iowa campaign manager, should Thompson decide to run for President in 2008.
Ron Corbett will serve as senior advisor to the exploratory committee.
Bobby Kaufmann will serve as Thompson's events coordinator.
Gwen Ecklund will serve as an advisor to the exploratory committee.
The four join two key team members who signed on last month:
Steve Grubbs, Bob Dole's state co-chairman in 1996, Grubbs will serve as a consultant to the exploratory committee.
Brian Dumas, Alexander for President in 1996 and 1999, will serve as a consultant to the exploratory committee.
"Tommy Thompson has a proven record of getting things done, both at the federal level and especially as Governor of Wisconsin," Olsen said. "He is a leader who is not afraid to tackle the tough issues facing the country, and that is what America needs."
OAKLAND COUNTY CLERK JOINS MICHIGAN SUPPORTERS OF MCCAIN
Lieutenant Governor Nominee Ruth Johnson To Serve As Chairman Of Oakland County And Member Of Statewide Steering Committee
ARLINGTON, VA - U.S. Senator John McCain's exploratory committee today announced that Oakland County Clerk Ruth Johnson would serve as the Oakland County Chairman and serve on the Statewide Steering Committee should the Arizona Senator decide to seek the presidency.
"John McCain is a common sense conservative who has the ability to appeal to women and Independents in Oakland County," said Ruth Johnson. "He won Oakland County overwhelmingly in the 2000 Presidential Primary and I am convinced he can do even better in 2008."
McCain stated he was very appreciative of Johnson's support. "I look forward to working with Ruth Johnson in putting together a strong team in Oakland County and across the state," said Senator McCain. "She knows what it takes to win votes in Oakland County and I value her leadership."
Attorney General Mike Cox is the Chairman of John McCain 2008 - The Exploratory Committee for Michigan. Republican National Committeeman Chuck Yob and Republican National Committeewoman Holly Hughes are Co-Chairs of the Michigan Steering Committee.
