2008 Presidential Campaign Blog

Mayor Rudy Giuliani’s California Team Continues To Grow

Mayor Rudy Giuliani’s California Team Continues to Grow

New York City –The Giuliani Campaign announced today that Mayor Rudy Giuliani bolstered his California team by picking up more key endorsements throughout the state.

Assemblyman Greg Aghazarian, Assemblyman Cameron Smyth, and Assemblywoman Sharon Runner today signaled their support for Rudy Giuliani for President.  Los Angeles County Supervisors Michael Antonovich and Don Knabe also announced their endorsement for Mayor Giuliani.

Mayor Giuliani has garnered significant support among key Republican leaders at all levels of government, including county, state, and federal representatives.  Recently, U.S. Congressmen Ed Royce and George Radanovich joined Rep. David Dreier, Rep. Mary Bono, Rep. Devin Nunes, and Rep. Jerry Lewis as part of Team Rudy. 

“Republicans across California continue to join our growing team,” said Giuliani’s campaign manager Mike DuHaime. “Mayor Giuliani’s positive message and record of results is resonating in California, which will play a prominent role in deciding the next Republican nominee.”

Boca Raton Mayor Steven Abrams Endorses Rudy Giuliani

Boca Raton Mayor Steven Abrams Endorses Rudy Giuliani

NEW YORK – The Rudy Giuliani Presidential Committee announced today that Boca Raton Mayor Steven Abrams is supporting Mayor Giuliani to be the next President of the United States.

“As a fellow Mayor, I know that it takes more than just talk to be a good leader, it takes a list of real results. I’ve seen what Rudy Giuliani accomplished as the Mayor of New York, cutting taxes 23 times, balancing the budget, and helping to produce more than 423,000 new jobs.  I’m proud to support him to be our next president and to work on his behalf in Florida,” Mayor Abrams said.

This latest endorsement comes after a recent swing through the state where Mayor Giuliani addressed the House Republican legislative caucus, met with supporters in St. Petersburg, and picked up several key endorsements from Florida officials.

“It’s great to have Mayor Abrams on board,” campaign manager Mike DuHaime said. “Mayor Abrams has been consistently recognized as a popular leader and is also a distinguished city official."

Florida State Senators Endorse Rudy Giuliani

Florida State Senators Endorse Mayor Rudy Giuliani for President
Mike Fasano, Dennis Jones and Burt Saunders Join Team Rudy

New York City– Following a successful swing through Florida last week, Mayor Rudy Giuliani received the endorsements of State Senators Mike Fasano, Dennis Jones and Burt Saunders.   This follows last week’s announcement that Attorney General Bill McCollum will serve as the campaign’s Florida Chairman.

“We are proud to have the support of these Republican leaders,” said Giuliani’s campaign manager Mike DuHaime.   “They are a great addition to our growing Florida team.”

Arthur Ravenel Named South Carolina Regional Chairman

Former Congressman and State Senator Arthur Ravenel Named South Carolina Regional Chairman

CHALRESTON, SC – Campaigning in Charleston this afternoon, Mayor Rudy Giuliani announced that former U.S. Representative and former State Senator Arthur Ravenel will serve as the campaign’s Lowcountry Regional Chairman. Mayor Giuliani and Ravenel met with supporters and spoke to the press at Magnolia’s restaurant.

“After representing South Carolinians at the federal, state, and local level, I understand what the voters of the state are looking for in a leader and I know Rudy Giuliani represents exactly those qualities,” Ravenel said. 

Mayor Giuliani spoke to Ravenel’s years of civic service in the state.  “Arthur has a long history in South Carolina and is a respected leader. I’m honored to have him lead our efforts in the Lowcountry.”

Earlier today, Ravenel’s son, State Treasurer Thomas Ravenel, was named the Giuliani Campaign’s South Carolina Chairman. 

Thomas Ravenel To Chair South Carolina Campaign

State Treasurer Thomas Ravenel to Chair South Carolina Campaign

COLUMBIA, SC – At a press conference at the South Carolina State House in Columbia this morning, Rudy Giuliani announced that State Treasurer Thomas Ravenel will serve as South Carolina Chairman. Former state South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Barry Wynn and business leader Gayle Averyt will serve as South Carolina Co-Finance Chairmen.

“I’m proud to lead Mayor Giuliani’s campaign in South Carolina,” Thomas Ravenel said.  "Mayor Giuliani has an impressive record of leadership on a variety of issues, but it is his fiscal conservative philosophy of government that we most share.  "As Mayor of New York, Rudy Giuliani was a trailblazer for cutting taxes, reducing wasteful spending and making government more effective and efficient."

“I know South Carolinians expect the government to do more with their money and make it easier for their families to succeed. I’m looking forward to working with Thomas to continue sharing my vision across the state. And with the addition of Barry and Gayle, we know our already tremendous fundraising pace will continue,” Mayor Giuliani said.

Rudy Giuliani West Des Moines Iowa Video

Rudy Giuliani West Des Moines Iowa Photo

Giuliani Reports Over $15 Million In Receipts For First Quarter

Giuliani Reports Over $15 Million in Receipts for First Quarter
Raises More Than $10 Million in Primary Funds During March Alone

New York City – The Rudy Giuliani Presidential Exploratory Committee today reported more than $15 million in receipts for the primary during the first quarter.  The Committee raised nearly $14 million in primary election funds with over $11 million cash on hand, the vast majority of which is primary money.  More than $10 million in primary funds was raised in March alone, highlighting a very healthy fundraising pace.  Including the money raised at the one event in December, the Committee has close to $17 million in primary receipts.

Giuliani Campaign Manager Mike DuHaime said, “We are thrilled by the response to Mayor Giuliani’s optimistic vision, experienced leadership and proven record of results. Considering our late start, we are very pleased by the pace raised in March and see it as a positive indication of what’s to come.”

Rudy Giuliani Announces Illinois Leadership Team

Rudy Giuliani Announces Illinois Leadership Team

The Rudy Giuliani Presidential campaign today announced the members of Mayor Rudy Giuliani's Illinois leadership team. The team will be chaired by Tom Cross, the General Assembly’s House Republican Leader, and co-chaired by business leader Ron Gidwitz.

"Mayor Giuliani represents exactly what we need in our next president – a leader who will not only protect our national security but will ensure that the government is run with the same kind of conservative fiscal discipline he used as Mayor of New York City. I’m honored to chair his efforts in Illinois and get to work," said House Republican Leader Tom Cross.

"Given his record, it's clear that Rudy Giuliani is most qualified to lead this nation and I look forward to building his support throughout Illinois," Ron Gidwitz said.

"Our team is working hard to communicate Rudy Giuliani’s positive vision for the country, and we’re pleased to have such strong leaders heading the Mayor's efforts in Illinois," said National Political Director Mark Campbell.

George Radanovich Endorses Rudy Giuliani

California Congressman George Radanovich Endorses Rudy Giuliani

The Rudy Giuliani Presidential Exploratory Committee announced today that Congressman George Radanovich is supporting Mayor Giuliani for President. Congressman Radanovich’s support is just the latest in a growing list of California endorsements which includes fellow Congressional members Mary Bono, David Dreier, Jerry Lewis, Devin Nunes, and Ed Royce.

"We need a proven leader with an optimistic vision who can unite our party and our country," said Congressman George Radanovich. "Rudy Giuliani is an experienced, decisive leader who will use the same conservative principles that led to New York City’s revitalization to tackle the difficult issues our country faces today."

"I welcome Congressman Radanovich's support and look forward to working together to grow our California team," Mayor Giuliani said.