2008 Presidential Campaign Blog

Ron Paul Minnesota Rally Moved To Northrop Auditorium,

Ron Paul Brings Campaign to Minneapolis

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA— Due to overwhelming demand, the Ron Paul Hope for America Rally is now taking place at a larger venue to accommodate over 2,000 expected attendees.

Who: Republican presidential candidate Ron Paul

What: Ron Paul to deliver a speech to Minnesota supporters. 

When: Monday, February 4th, 7:00 – 8:00pm CT

Where: University of Minnesota, Northrop Auditorium, 84 Church Street SE, Minneapolis, MN

The rally is free and open to the public.  Present at the rally will be members of the Minnesota Veterans for Paul Coalition, including several of the chairs and co-chairs whose endorsements were publicly announced on Saturday.

Ron Paul to Rally at the University of Minnesota Monday

Ron Paul to Rally at the University of Minnesota Monday
Republican Presidential Candidate to address Minnesota voters

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – Republican presidential candidate Ron Paul will deliver a speech to students, veterans, and other supporters at the University of Minnesota on Monday, February 4.  Ten-term Texas Congressman Paul is the only Republican White House contender seriously campaigning in Minnesota.

Ron Paul Minnesota state coordinator Marianne Stebbins believes that Paul’s message is more in line with Minnesotans’ political views.  “It makes sense that only Congressman Paul would be able court widespread support here,” Stebbins said.  “Only he stays above the shrill bickering and stays focused on liberty.”

Ron Paul is the only republican presidential candidate with offices and staff in the state.  His planned trip stands out among candidates as further evidence that he is paying special attention to Minnesota’s “Super Tuesday” caucus.

“The people of Minnesota are not afraid to take a stand on these crucial issues and Ron Paul knows that,” added Stebbins. “His words are like fresh air in this polluted political scene.”

The rally will take place on Monday, February 4th, from 7:00 – 8:00pm at the University of Minnesota Coffman Union Grand Hall.

Minnesota’s Republican presidential caucuses will take place on Tuesday, February 5.

Legendary Singer-Songwriter Arlo Guthrie Endorses Ron Paul for President

Legendary Singer-Songwriter Arlo Guthrie Endorses Ron Paul for President
“Dr. Paul is the only candidate… who would have signed the Constitution”

ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA – Republican presidential candidate and Texas Congressman Ron Paul’s campaign has been endorsed by legendary folk singer-songwriter Arlo Guthrie.

Guthrie, known for a series of hits including “Alice’s Restaurant,” issued the following endorsement of Dr. Paul:

“I love this guy. Dr. Paul is the only candidate I know of who would have signed the Constitution of The United States had he been there. I'm with him, because he seems to be the only candidate who actually believes it has as much relevance today as it did a couple of hundred years ago. I look forward to the day when we can work out the differences we have with the same revolutionary vision and enthusiasm that is our American legacy."

Ron Paul ‘The Only One’ TV Ad Runs In Tennessee And Arkansas

Ron Paul ‘The Only One’ TV Ad Runs in Tennessee and Arkansas
30-second spot shows that other candidates cannot match Congressman Paul’s record as a fiscal conservative

ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA – Republican presidential candidate and Texas Congressman Ron Paul has unveiled a new television ad – titled “The Only One” – that is running in Tennessee and Arkansas.

“There are now five Republican candidates battling for the nomination, but only Congressman Paul can truly be called ‘the taxpayer’s best friend.’ His record as a fiscal conservative is unmatched,” said Ron Paul 2008 campaign chairman Kent Snyder.  “Only Dr. Paul has never supported a tax increase, never supported an unbalanced budget, and never supported wasteful spending.”

The following is a transcript of the 30 second advertisement:

[Images of Ron Paul, Mitt Romney, Rudy Giuliani, John McCain and Mike Huckabee]

Narrator: “Who among these men has never supported a tax increase?  Never supported an unbalanced budget? Never supported wasteful government spending?

[All but Congressman Ron Paul fade away]

Narrator: “Congressman Ron Paul… the taxpayer’s best friend.

“We need to keep him fighting for our country. [Ronald Reagan quote]”

Congressman Paul: “I’m Ron Paul and I approve this message.”

Ron Paul TV And Radio Ads Run In Minnesota

Ron Paul TV And Radio Ads Run In Minnesota
“Ron Paul is the only Republican committed to win Minnesota”

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – Republican Texas Congressman and presidential candidate Ron Paul begins to run television and radio ads in Minnesota today.  The ads will run focusing on the economy and Ron Paul’s unmatched Republican record.

“Ron Paul is the only Republican candidate committed to win Minnesota,” says Ron Paul Minnesota State Coordinator, Marianne Stebbins. “

With eight days until the February 5 Republican caucus, Minnesotans can expect more from the Ron Paul campaign.

“We have the numbers and organization statewide to compete in Minnesota,” says Stebbins. “We plan on surprising many people on February 5.”

"Who Is Ron Paul?" Radio Ad Script

Narrator: Who is Ron Paul, the Republican candidate for President? 
Ron Paul served his country as a flight surgeon after the Cuban Missile crisis.

As a young doctor, Ron Paul worked nights in the emergency room of an inner city hospital, taking care of everyone, whether they could pay or not.

As an OB-GYN, Ron Paul delivered over 4,000 babies. 

As a doctor, Ron Paul knows our health care system needs real change--where patients and doctors are in charge, not big corporations or government bureaucrats.

As a Congressman for almost two decades, Ron Paul knows our Constitution is there to protect our freedom and limit government in our lives.

He has never voted for a tax increase or an unbalanced budget.  His record clearly shows he will cut taxes and stop runaway spending.  People who know him call him the taxpayers’ best friend.

To learn more about this remarkable man, go to RonPaul2008.com.  That’s Ron Paul 2008.com.

Ron Paul: I’m Ron Paul and I approve this message.

“Trouble” TV Ad Script

Ron Paul: I’m Ron Paul and I approve this message.

Ron Paul: Our nation is in serious trouble. It breaks my heart to see the foreclosures, jobs leaving our country, and tense cities on the edge of empty neighborhoods. For years I’ve warned against the bad policies destroying our dollar and bankrupting our nation. Now the crisis is here.

Narrator: Guided by the Constitution and the principles that made our country great. Ron Paul is a proven leader. Ron Paul has the answers for our economic crisis. Ron Paul for president.

“Economy” Radio Ad Script

Narrator: Our dollar, our economy, and our nation are in serious trouble. The dollar is falling. Gas and heating oil are at record highs. All our children and grandchildren’s future is mortgaged to the tune of two hundred thousand dollars each. Who saw it coming? Ron Paul. Who can lead us back to prosperity? Ron Paul.

Ron Paul: Our nation is in serious trouble. It breaks my heart to see the foreclosures, jobs leaving our country, and tense cities on the edge of empty neighborhoods. For years I’ve warned against the bad policies destroying our dollar and bankrupting our nation. Now the crisis is here.

Narrator: Ron Paul will stop the reckless spending that weakens our dollar and endangers social security and the future of our children and grandchildren. Ron Paul will free Americans to use their creativity to bring prosperity back to us again. Ron Paul will return this country to sound principles, to sound money, to the constitution. Ron Paul has the answers.

Ron Paul: I’m Ron Paul and I approve this message.

Narrator: Paid for by Ron Paul 2008 PCC

"Defender of Freedom" TV Ad Script

Narrator: “He defends our freedom, and his record shows it…  Ron Paul.

“Answering our country’s call, Ron Paul became a flight surgeon in the Air Force.

“As a doctor, Ron Paul delivered over 4,000 babies and is a leading defender of life.

“In Congress, Ron Paul never voted to raise taxes, never voted for an unbalanced budget, never voted to restrict gun rights or raise congressional pay.

“Protecting our God-given freedom… Ron Paul for President.”

Congressman Paul: “I’m Ron Paul and I approve this message.”

Ron Paul Campaign Announces Two Additions to Leadership Team

Ron Paul Campaign Announces Two Additions to Leadership Team

ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA – The Ron Paul Presidential Campaign today announced two key additions. John Tate is now national political director and Mark Elam has joined the team as national media director.

John Tate is a 25-year veteran of Republican politics. He has worked on dozens of local, state and national campaigns, was a key organizer in Pat Robertson’s 1988 presidential bid, and ran for Congress in 1986. Mr. Tate was instrumental in the Paul campaign’s top tier finishes in Nevada and Louisiana.

Mark Elam is a veteran Texas political consultant and a long-time aid to Dr. Paul. Mr. Elam serves as campaign manager to Dr. Paul’s congressional re-election campaign.  In 1996, Mr. Elam directed Dr. Paul’s historic victory of Democrat-turned Republican Greg Laughlin in the district 14 congressional race.

“John Tate and Mark Elam bring tremendous leadership and expertise to our campaign,” said Dr. Paul. “Their addition to our management team will help catapult us to even greater heights of success.”

Ron Paul To Begin Televison And Radio Ads In Minnesota

The Ron Paul campaign is putting resources into Minnesota in the form of radio and television ads to start Monday.

Ron Paul Debate Wrap-up

Debate Wrap-Up: Ron Paul is the Real Republican

BOCA RATON, FLORIDA – In tonight’s debate, Ron Paul showed once again why he is the only real Republican running for president.

Speaking of his fellow candidates, Congressman Paul said, “my biggest concern is that they won’t stick to the party principles that Republicans stood for for so long.”

Congressman Paul then cited the many ways that Republicans have abandoned their traditional conservative principles, including unbalanced budgets, massive increases in the size of government, infringing individual freedoms, and failing to strictly follow the Constitution.

Dr. Paul also observed that Republicans used to run on the platform of abolishing the Department of Education and now they now double its size – a reference to many Republicans partnering with Ted Kennedy to institute No Child Left Behind.  “The Republican Party has a problem because we don’t act like Republicans,” concluded Dr. Paul.

In his ten terms in Congress, Dr. Paul has never voted for a tax increase or for an unbalanced budget.

Dr. Paul also pointed out that he is the only candidate who has repeatedly voted against raiding the Social Security funds and has introduced a bill to stop Congress from borrowing money from the Social Security to pay for unbalanced budgets.  He also opposes taxation of Social Security benefits.

“Ron Paul has a record of sticking to his conservative principles that spans four decades,” said Ron Paul campaign manager Lew Moore.  “Dr. Paul’s record clearly shows that he’s the real Republican and the true conservative.”

Ron Paul Unveils a Real Economic Stimulus Plan

Ron Paul Unveils a Real Economic Stimulus Plan

Four-pronged approach will strengthen the economy by reforming taxes, cutting spending, improving monetary policy and eliminating burdensome regulations 

ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA –Republican presidential candidate Ron Paul has unveiled a comprehensive economic revitalization package.   The four-pronged plan is designed to stem the current economic slide and address the unsound governmental policies that are harming Americans’ pocketbooks.

“Real economic reform must address the underlying reasons for the current economic malaise,” said Ron Paul.  “This plan is more than just a band-aid for our economy; it fundamentally reforms four areas where government policies are damaging our national economy.  When enacted, my plan will provide both short-term stimulus, and lay the groundwork for long-term prosperity.”

The four areas that the plan covers are:

Tax Reform - Reduce the tax burden and eliminate taxes that punish investment and savings, including job-killing corporate taxes.
Spending Reform - Eliminate wasteful spending. Reduce overseas commitments.  Freeze all non-defense, non-entitlement spending at current levels.
Monetary Policy Reform - Expand openness with the Federal Reserve and require the Fed to televise its meetings.  Return value to our money.
Regulatory Reform - Repeal Sarbanes/Oxley regulations that push companies to seek capital outside of US markets.  Stop restricting community banks from fostering local economic growth.

Congressman Paul has written or co-sponsored numerous bills to enact the policies in his plan.  In Congress, he has been a champion of lower taxes and limited government. 

Congressman Paul is the ranking member on the House Financial Services Committee's Subcommittee on Domestic and International Monetary Policy, Trade, and Technology.  In Congress, Dr. Paul has never voted for a tax increase or for an unbalanced budget.

Ron Paul for President Raises $1.85 Million

Ron Paul for President Raises $1.85 Million on Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
“Freedom is a powerful message.”

ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA –Texas Congressman Ron Paul’s presidential campaign had another impressive fundraising day yesterday.

In a 24-hour period on January 21, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the campaign raised $1.85 million, making it the campaign’s third-largest fundraising day.

Yesterday, over 5,200 first-time donors contributed to the campaign.

“Freedom is indeed a powerful message,” said campaign chairman Kent Snyder.

In a 24-hour period on December 16, 2007, the campaign raised $6 million, surpassing the one-day record of $5.7 million held by John Kerry.