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What They Are Saying … About Mayor Giuliani

What They Are Saying … About Mayor Giuliani

Townhall.com’s Matt Lewis: “I've got to declare Rudy Giuliani the winner today.” (Matt Lewis, “Sunday Morning Coming Down,” Townhall.com’s Blog, http://www.townhall.com/blog/g/5ad983e3-7d46-421f-93c8-74d5f8e26d2b, 8/5/07, Accessed 8/5/07)

Lewis: “[I]t has now become apparent that Rudy Giuliani is the leader when it comes to ideas. Several times, he has injected a new idea which then, other candidates copied.” (Matt Lewis, “Sunday Morning Coming Down,” Townhall.com’s Blog, http://www.townhall.com/blog/g/5ad983e3-7d46-421f-93c8-74d5f8e26d2b, 8/5/07, Accessed 8/5/07)

Lewis: “Rudy has clearly thought-through the questions and answers to a greater degree than the other candidates.” (Matt Lewis, “Sunday Morning Coming Down,” Townhall.com’s Blog, http://www.townhall.com/blog/g/5ad983e3-7d46-421f-93c8-74d5f8e26d2b, 8/5/07, Accessed 8/5/07)

ABC News’ Rick Klein: “[Giuliani] has some serious support in the hall …” (Rick Klein, “Live Blogging From Sunday’s Democratic Debate,” ABC News’ “Political Radar” Blog, http://blogs.abcnews.com/politicalradar/, 8/5/07, Accessed 8/5/07)

Klein: Rudy “got what appeared to be the most applause upon entering the room …” (Rick Klein “Live Blogging From Sunday’s Democratic Debate,” ABC News’ “Political Radar” Blog, http://blogs.abcnews.com/politicalradar/, 8/5/07, Accessed 8/5/07)

The American Spectator’s Jennifer Rubin: “Rudy shows most command of detail and is making his case effectively that NYC experience matters.” (Jennifer Rubin, “Debate 5,” The American Spectator’s “AmSpecBlog,” http://www.spectator.org/blogger.asp?BlogID=7507, 8/5/07, Accessed 8/5/07)

Rubin: “[Giuliani] weaves his command of detail and his NYC experience into answers impressively.” (Jennifer Rubin, “Debate Wrap Up,” The American Spectator’s “AmSpecBlog,” http://www.spectator.org/blogger.asp?BlogID=7510, 8/5/07, Accessed 8/5/07)

The New York Times’ Katharine Q. Seelye: “Giuliani took to the question [on raising taxes] the way King Kong might take the Empire State Building.” (Katharine Q. Seelye, “Sunday Morning Debate Blogging,” The New York Times’ “The Caucus” Blog, http://thecaucus.blogs.nytimes.com/, 8/5/07, Accessed 8/5/07)

National Review Online’s Kathryn Jean Lopez: Rudy displayed “the right instincts.” (Kathryn Jean Lopez, “The Right Instincts,” National Review Online’s “The Corner” Blog, http://corner.nationalreview.com/post/?q=MWNiMmU5NDZiNmU2ZjU4MGRlNWNkODk3NDIzYzU1MTE, 8/5/07, Accessed 8/5/07)

Lopez: Rudy’s answer on his mistakes was “realistic and good.” (Kathryn Jean Lopez, “Rudy On Mistakes,” National Review Online’s “The Corner” Blog, http://corner.nationalreview.com/post/?q=YjFhYjhjNTgwOTAzNzQ1ZGMxOWNlYzRlN2NiOWFlNTA, 8/5/07, Accessed 8/5/07)

Townhall.com’s Matt Lewis: “Rudy is brillaint [sic] at these debates.” (Matt Lewis, “Sunday Morning Coming Down,” Townhall.com’s Blog, http://www.townhall.com/blog/g/5ad983e3-7d46-421f-93c8-74d5f8e26d2b,, 8/5/07, Accessed 8/5/07)

Lewis: “[Giuliani] refuses to accept the assumptions of the questioners … Other candidates should learn this lesson.” (Matt Lewis, “Sunday Morning Coming Down,” Townhall.com’s Blog, http://www.townhall.com/blog/g/5ad983e3-7d46-421f-93c8-74d5f8e26d2b,, 8/5/07, Accessed 8/5/07)

Lewis: “Rudy makes … a very, very good point” on democracy building. (Matt Lewis, “Sunday Morning Coming Down,” Townhall.com’s Blog, http://www.townhall.com/blog/g/5ad983e3-7d46-421f-93c8-74d5f8e26d2b,, 8/5/07, Accessed 8/5/07)

Lewis: “Rudy scores points by being the first to refer to ‘socialized healthcare.’” (Matt Lewis, “Sunday Morning Coming Down,” Townhall.com’s Blog, http://www.townhall.com/blog/g/5ad983e3-7d46-421f-93c8-74d5f8e26d2b,8/5/07, Accessed 8/5/07)

Lewis: “Giuliani points out that in 4 Democrat debates, the words Islamic extremism were never mentioned. He points out that Iraq is a battle in a larger war.” (Matt Lewis, “Sunday Morning Coming Down,” Townhall.com’s Blog, http://www.townhall.com/blog/g/5ad983e3-7d46-421f-93c8-74d5f8e26d2b,, 8/5/07, Accessed 8/5/07)

The Washington Posts’ Chris Cillizza: “Giuliani is certainly on message.” (Chris Cillizza, “Giuliani Continues To Slam Democrats,” The Washington Posts’ “The Fix” Blog, http://blog.washingtonpost.com/thefix/2007/08/giuliani_continues_to_slam_dem.html, 8/5/07, Accessed 8/5/07)

Cillizza: “Giuliani’s strident criticism of Democrats on security and taxes are aimed at showing Republican primary voters that he is plenty conservative to represent them in the general election.” (Chris Cillizza, “Giuliani Continues To Slam Democrats,” The Washington Posts’ “The Fix” Blog, http://blog.washingtonpost.com/thefix/2007/08/giuliani_continues_to_slam_dem.html, 8/5/07, Accessed 8/5/07)

Statement From Giuliani Communications Director Katie Levinson

Statement from Giuliani Communications Director Katie Levinson

New York City – The following is a statement from Giuliani Communications Director Katie Levinson:

“Rudy is a strong, proven and tested leader with the most executive experience of any candidate in the race.  Rudy's effective and results-driven leadership is just what voters are looking for in their next President.

"Today, Rudy made clear once again why he is the Republican candidate best equipped to defeat the democrats and lead our country forward."

Mike DuHaime RNC Summer Meeting Minneapolis Photo

Giuliani Campaign Unveils Central Iowa Leadership

Giuliani Campaign Unveils Central Iowa Leadership
Former State Senator and Mayor Gene Maddox To Serve As Regional Chair

New York City – The Rudy Giuliani Presidential Committee today unveiled County Chairs and Co-Chairs in Central Iowa. The campaign also announced former State Senator and Mayor of Clive Gene Maddox will serve as Mayor Giuliani’s Central Iowa Regional Chairman. Maddox’s political experience in Iowa also includes service as a State Representative, where he was Chairman of the Judiciary Committee. 

Maddox will work closely with other prominent Central Iowans, including Russ Cross, who is serving as the campaign’s State Caucus Chairman.

“Mayor Giuliani’s executive experience and strong leadership is the right combination for the voters of Iowa,” said Maddox.  “Rudy is committed to winning the Iowa Caucuses and he is building the proper team for victory.” 

“Rudy’s organization throughout the state continues to grow with experienced veterans of Iowa politics,” Paul Pate, Giuliani’s Iowa State Chairman. “Gene and entire our team in Central Iowa will be invaluable assets to Mayor Giuliani’s campaign and we are honored to have them.”

Central Iowa Regional Chair:
Gene Maddox, Central Iowa Regional Chair

Central Iowa Leadership Team:
Russ Cross, State Caucus Chair
Joseph Isenberg, Boone County Chair
Nancy Thompson, Dallas County Chair
Linda Robel, Dallas County Co-Chair
Stan Gustafson, Madison County Chair
Max Halsted, Marshall County Chair
Jim Mahony, Polk County Co-Chair
Brad Buck, Polk County Co-Chair
Josh Bronsink, Polk County Co-Chair
Mikel Derby, Polk County Co-Chair
Jeffrey Crabtree, Polk County Co-Chair
Eric Branstad, Polk County Co-Chair
Steve Garman, Polk County Co-Chair
Daniel Forcey, Polk County Co-Chair
Scott Mikkelsen, Polk County Co-Chair
Linda Henderson, Polk County Co-Chair
Benjamin Haldeman, Polk County Co-Chair
Suzanne Kmet, Warren County Chair

Pennsylvania Congressmen Endorse Rudy Giuliani For President

Pennsylvania Congressmen Endorse Rudy Giuliani for President

New York City – The Rudy Giuliani Presidential Committee today announced that Representatives Phil English and Jim Gerlach, of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, have endorsed Rudy Giuliani for President of the United States.

"Rudy Giuliani possesses the strong, proven leadership that our next President will need in order to build a coalition to lead our country forward,” said English, who represents the state’s 3rd District. “Mayor Giuliani has already held one of the toughest elected executive positions in America as New York City’s Mayor, where he proved he is a real fiscal conservative.”

Gerlach, of Pennsylvania’s Sixth District, said: “Rudy Giuliani is the right man, at the right time to be our next President. He has unparalleled experience as a chief executive, having cut taxes 23 times while mayor and made government more efficient and responsive to its citizens. Mayor Giuliani holds an optimistic vision for our country, and I am proud to support his candidacy.”

Reps. English and Gerlach join Rep. Charlie Dent, of Pennsylvania’s 15th District, who endorsed Mayor Giuliani in February.

U.S. Representatives Weller And Biggert Endorse Giuliani For President

U.S. Representatives Weller and Biggert Endorse Giuliani for President

New York City – The Rudy Giuliani Presidential Committee today announced U.S. Representatives Jerry Weller and Judy Biggert endorsed Mayor Giuliani for President of the United States.  Both Illinois U.S. Representatives join State Representative Tom Cross, State House Republican Leader and Rudy’s Illinois State Chairman, in supporting the Mayor.

“As Mayor of New York, Rudy proved he is the strong leader with the executive experience we need to lead our nation,” said Congressman Weller, who serves on the House Ways and Means Committee.  “I share Rudy’s commitment to fiscal discipline and to making America energy independent. Rudy is the one candidate that can accomplish these goals.”

“Rudy showed the whole country that he can lead during difficult times.  It will be an honor to campaign for him in Illinois and communicate his optimistic vision for America to voters,” said Congresswoman Biggert. 

Weller and Biggert join a growing list of 16 other U.S. Representatives supporting Mayor Giuliani.

Bismarck Mayor John Warford Endorses Rudy Giuliani

Bismarck Mayor Endorses Rudy Giuliani for President Mayor John Warford Named as North Dakota Finance Chairman

New York City – The Rudy Giuliani Presidential Committee today announced the endorsement of John Warford, Mayor of Bismarck, North Dakota.  Mayor Warford, who is a former Republican National Committeeman for the North Dakota Republican Party, will serve as the Giuliani campaign’s North Dakota Finance Chairman, leading the effort to build financial support throughout the state.     

“Mayor Giuliani has demonstrated the strong executive leadership skills the people of North Dakota respect and look for in a President,” said Mayor Warford.  “As a Mayor myself, I admire how Rudy Giuliani achieved real results by using fiscally conservative principles to transform New York’s deficit into a surplus, while also cutting taxes and dramatically reducing crime.”

“The endorsement of Mayor Warford will have major benefits for Rudy’s campaign in North Dakota,” said Giuliani’s National Political Director Mark Campbell. “We are honored to have the Mayor of one of North Dakota’s largest cities helping to communicate to the voters Mayor Giuliani’s optimistic vision for America.

Giuliani Campaign Announces Southeast Iowa Endorsements

Giuliani Campaign Announces Southeast Iowa Endorsements

New York City – The Rudy Giuliani Presidential Committee today announced endorsements in Southeast Iowa.  Following Mayor Giuliani’s swing through Iowa last week, which concluded at a town hall meeting with hundreds of local voters in Davenport, Mayor Giuliani earned endorsements from several county chairs and co-chairs throughout the region. 

The Southeast Regional Chair is former state Senator Maggie Tinsman.  Senator Tinsman was also a former Assistant Minority Leader and the first woman to serve on the Scott County Board of Supervisors. As the Southeast Regional Chair, she will work throughout the region to build upon Rudy Giuliani’s volunteer base and grassroots organization. She is also serving as a statewide Co-Chair for the campaign. 

Mayor Giuliani also received endorsements from Iowa County Sheriff Nicholas Roggentien and Robert Brennan, the Mayor of Deep River.

“The support for Rudy Giuliani during his recent trip to Iowa shows that his message of strong leadership and optimism is resonating throughout the state,” said Giuliani’s National Political Director Mark Campbell. “Rudy’s team in Southeast Iowa will be a great asset to our campaign as we continue to build momentum and our volunteer base.”

Southeast Iowa Endorsements:
Maggie Tinsman, former State Senator, statewide Co-Chair & Southeast Iowa Regional Chair
Nicholas Roggentien, Iowa County Sheriff
Robert Brennan, Mayor of Deep River
Nathan Eichorst, Veteran, United States Air Force
Saundra Orth, Clinton County Chair
Colin Sandberg, Iowa County Chair
Richard DeAngelis, Jefferson County Chair & State Chair of Italian-Americans for Rudy
John DeAngelis, Jefferson County Co-Chair
Leah Adams, Johnson County Chair
Carol Christiansen, Johnson County Co-Chair
William Lemmon, Johnson County Co-Chair
Deborah Acuff VonSprecken, Jones County Chair
Ruthi Rogers, Mahaska County Chair
Carolyn Williams, Muscatine County Chair
Steve Balk, Scott County Chair
Marlene Nelson, Scott County Co-Chair
Richard Sipple, Scott County Co-Chair
Janet Burroughs, Scott County Co-Chair
Barbara Park, Scott County Co-Chair
Kirk Whalen, Scott County Co-Chair
Linda Greenlee, Scott County Co-Chair
Lee Brinning, Washington County Co-Chair
Michael Kramme, Washington County Chair & Washington County GOP Chair

Giuliani Campaign Announces Florida Steering Committee

Giuliani Campaign Announces Florida Steering Committee

New York City – The Rudy Giuliani Presidential Committee today announced the campaign’s Florida Steering Committee. State Chairman Bill McCollum, Florida’s Attorney General, and State Co-Chair Julio Robaina, Mayor of Hialeah, FL, will lead this group of elected officials and party leaders to continue building upon the strong campaign structure across the state.

“Mayor Giuliani is the strong leader Floridians are looking for in the next President. This team is another indication of the support we are enjoying in the state and will help build upon our efforts to ensure Mayor Giuliani wins both Florida’s primary and general elections,” said McCollum.
Giuliani Campaign Manager Michael DuHaime said, "The Florida Steering Committee will help Mayor Giuliani successfully compete in Florida. The Mayor is committed to bringing reform and accountability to Washington, while keeping taxes low, cutting wasteful spending, and keeping Americans safe.”
The Florida Steering Committee:

State Chair
Bill McCollum, Florida Attorney General 

State Co-Chair
Julio Robaina, Mayor of Hialeah, FL

Regional Chairs
Central Florida Chair Bill Donegan
Northeast Florida Chair Richard Clark, Jacksonville City Councilman
Panhandle Chair Charlie Clary
Southeast Florida Chair Ed Pozzouli
West Florida Chair Paul Sharff
Miami-Dade Co-Chair Esteban Bovo, Hialeah City Council President
Miami-Dade Co-Chair Carlos Gimenez, Miami-Dade Commissioner
Miami-Dade Co-Chair Rebeca Sosa, Miami-Dade Commissioner

Grassroots Chairs
Jerry Buchanan
Miriam Cajiga
Maria de la Millera

Communications Chairs
Representative Rich Glorioso
Representative Julio Robaina