2012 Presidential Campaign Blog

Mitt Romney Announces Support Of Former VFW Commander-In-Chief Richard Denoyer

MITT ROMNEY ANNOUNCES SUPPORT OF FORMER VFW COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF RICHARD DENOYER

Boston, MA – Mitt Romney today announced the support of Richard DeNoyer, the former National Commander-In-Chief of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

“I’m honored to earn Commander DeNoyer’s support,” said Mitt Romney. “He has done important work for the Veterans of Foreign Wars and on behalf of the security of our great nation. His service reminds us of the courage of all our brave men and women in uniform. They’ve always answered the call of duty when it comes to protecting the liberties we hold dear. As president, I would be committed to keeping America strong both economically and militarily.”

Announcing his endorsement, DeNoyer said, “At the Veterans of Foreign Wars' 113th National Convention in Reno, NV on July 24th, while serving as Commander-in-Chief, it was my distinct honor to introduce Governor Mitt Romney. I found the Governor most impressive. His proposals to restore our economic and military strength, while reasserting our moral strength abroad, are what this country desperately needs right now. This is not the time to shirk from our role as leader of the free world, nor is it the time to deal drastic cuts to our military. There are still those who would do us harm, and we must be ever vigilant against those threats. I am confident that Mitt Romney is the man to meet that challenge.” 

Background On Richard DeNoyer:

Richard L. Denoyer Is The Former Commander-In-Chief Of The Veterans Of Foreign Wars. DeNoyer served in the U.S. Marine Corps for over two decades, from 1960-1982, where he earned numerous decorations. Following his military service, he worked for the American Veterans of World War II and the Paralyzed Veterans of America. 

Mitt Romney Statement on the July Unemployment Report

MITT ROMNEY: AMERICA CAN DO BETTER

Boston, MA – Mitt Romney today made the following statement on the July unemployment report:

“Today's increase in the unemployment rate is a hammer blow to struggling middle-class families. Yesterday I launched my Plan for a Stronger Middle Class that will bring more jobs and more take home pay. My plan will turn things around and bring the economy roaring back, with twelve million new jobs created by the end of my first term. President Obama doesn’t have a plan and believes that the private sector is ‘doing fine.’ Obviously, that is not the case. We’ve now gone 42 consecutive months with the unemployment rate above eight percent. Middle class Americans deserve better, and I believe America can do better.”

Mitt Romney Campaigns In North Las Vegas, Nevada On Friday, August 3, 2012

Mitt Romney Campaigns In Nevada

Boston, MA – On Friday, Mitt Romney will hold an event at Sierra Truck Body & Equipment in North Las Vegas, Nevada.

Friday, August 3, 2012

Event: Governor Romney Holds North Las Vegas Event

Location:                 

Sierra Truck Body & Equipment
4080 Arcata Way
North Las Vegas, Nevada

Doors Open: 7:15 AM PDT

Invite Time: 8:15 AM PDT           

Program Time: 8:45 AM PDT

Mitt Romney Announces Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders For Romney Community

MITT ROMNEY ANNOUNCES ASIAN AMERICANS & PACIFIC ISLANDERS FOR ROMNEY COMMUNITY

Boston, MA – Mitt Romney today announced his Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders for Romney community.

“Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have wonderful cultures that enrich all of America,” said Mitt Romney.  “For generations, members of this community have contributed to our country, started new businesses and invented new products, and served with honor and distinction in the fight to protect freedom all around the world. I am honored to have the support of such great Asian Americans, and look forward to working with them to get our country on the right track again.” 

“I am honored that Governor Mitt Romney asked me to serve as the national chair of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders for Romney,” said former Labor Secretary Elaine L. Chao. “Having worked in previous presidential administrations, I know Governor Mitt Romney has the experience and the character to tackle the problems that are facing our nation. Americans are suffering, and it will take new leadership to put this country on a path to prosperity and full employment.”

“I am pleased and honored to serve as a national co-chair for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders for Romney,” said Universal Health Care CEO Akshay Desai. “As a businessman, I know all too well what it takes to make it in the private sector. When I hear President Obama tell small business people that “somebody else” made their success happen, I know that he is not cut out to turn around our economy. Mitt Romney is the change we so desperately need, and I look forward to having him in the White House.”

National Chair

Elaine L. Chao, 24th U.S. Secretary of Labor (2001-2009)

National Co-Chairs

Congressman Steve Austria (R-OH)
Akshay Desai, CEO of Universal Healthcare
Former Assistant U.S. Attorney General Viet Dinh
Former Congressman Charles Djou, (R-HI)
Former Director of the U.S. Mint Edmund Moy
Former Congresswoman Patricia Saiki, (R-HI)
Ambassador Sichan Siv

Romney For President Releases New Television Ad, “Focus”

ROMNEY FOR PRESIDENT RELEASES NEW TELEVISION AD, “FOCUS”

Boston, MA – Today, Romney for President released a new television advertisement, “Focus.” Exactly four years ago, President Obama stood in Florida and lamented the state of our economy. Today, Florida is still burdened with high unemployment, record foreclosures, and even more Floridians in poverty. It is clear President Obama just hasn’t made the economy a priority. Florida deserves better.

AD FACTS: Script For “Focus”

VIDEO TEXT: “Orlando, Florida”

VIDEO TEXT: “Four Years Ago”

VIDEO TEXT: “August 2, 2008”

VOICEOVER: “Four years ago, Barack Obama was concerned about Florida’s economy.”

SENATOR BARACK OBAMA: “[W]hen wages are flat, prices are rising, more and more Americans are mired in debt, our economy as a whole suffers…”

VOICEOVER: “But under President Obama…”

VIDEO TEXT: “Under President Obama”

VOICEOVER: “8.6 percent unemployment”

VIDEO TEXT: “8.6 Percent Unemployment”

VOICEOVER: “Record foreclosures”

VIDEO TEXT: “Record Foreclosures”

VOICEOVER: “Six hundred thousand more Floridians in poverty.”

VIDEO TEXT: “600,000 More Floridians In Poverty”

VOICEOVER: “He focused on Obamacare instead of jobs.”

VIDEO TEXT: “He Focused On Obamacare Instead Of Jobs”

VOICEOVER: “Barack Obama: what a disappointment.”

VIDEO TEXT: “What A Disappointment”

MITT ROMNEY: “I’m Mitt Romney and I approve this message.”

Romney Campaign Holding 24 “Strengthening The Middle Class” Events In 13 States August 2-3, 2012

24 “Strengthening The Middle Class” Events Held In 13 States

Boston, MA – On Thursday and Friday, 24 “Strengthening The Middle Class” events will be held in 13 states across the country to highlight the need for policies that strengthen the middle class. There will be events in Iowa, Michigan, Missouri, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Wisconsin, Florida, and Colorado.

Thursday, August 2, 2012

IOWA

Event: Ottumwa “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                      

Location:          

Colormaster
203 East Main Street 
Ottumwa, Iowa

Program Time: 1:00 PM CDT

Who:  

Keith Caviness, Co-Owner, Colormaster
Jeff Messerschmitt, Co-Owner, Messerschmitt Ice 
Kelli McDonald, Co-Owner, LadyFit 

***

MICHIGAN

Event: Grand Rapids “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                  

Location:          

Superior Foods
4243 Broadmoor Avenue Southeast
Grand Rapids, Michigan    

Program Time: 11:00 AM EDT

Who:  

State Representative Lisa Posthumus Lyons
Jim Osterhaven, Superior Foods
Chuck Wierda, Barber Ford
Tyce Holst, Taylor Rental Center                    

***

Event: Lansing “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                 

Location:          

Edmunds Pastime
101 S Washington Square
Lansing, Michigan               

Program Time: 3:00 PM EDT           

Who:  

State Senator Rick Jones
State Representative Deb Shaughnessy
Linda Lee Tarver
Brian Mishler, Teacher      

***

MISSOURI

Event: Kansas City “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                     

Location:          

Jazz – A Louisiana Kitchen
1823 West 39th Street
Kansas City, Missouri         

Program Time: 10:30 AM CDT

Who:  

Eric Zahnd, Platte County Prosecuting Attorney
Vic Allred, Jazz – A Louisiana Kitchen
Carl Brandt, Missouri Restaurant Association
Monica Bates, Imperial Animal Hospital                                     

***

NORTH CAROLINA

Event: Greenville “Strengthening The Middle Class” Victory Event                   

Location:          

Parker’s BBQ
3109 Memorial Drive
Greenville, North Carolina             

Program Time: 12:45 PM EDT

Who:  

Former Democrat Congressman Artur Davis
Margaret Peale
Travis Newcombe
Bryant Kittrell
Linda Glenn
Karly & Brent Gillespie
Bill Brown
Wayne Holloman
Henry Hinton
Lynn Green                          

***

Event: Durham “Strengthening The Middle Class” Victory Event                                          

Location:          

Durham Victory Office
3600 N. Duke Street, Suite 19
Durham, North Carolina                 

Program Time: 4:00 PM EDT           

Who:  

Former Democrat Congressman Artur Davis
Juan Ponce, Owner, JFP Ink., Inc.
Lt. Governor Candidate Dan Forest
NC State House Candidate Rod Chaney                      

***

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Event: Seabrook “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                          

Location:          

Hale Bros Inc.
16 Stard Road
Seabrook, New Hampshire            

Program Time: 1:00 PM EDT           

Who:  

Garry Dolan, Owner, Hale Bros Inc.
Steve Kenda, Businessman
Sen. Russell Prescott, Owner, RE Prescott Company                               

***

Event: Manchester “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                      

Location:          

Theo’s Restaurant
102 Elm Street
Manchester, New Hampshire        

Program Time: 3:00 PM EDT           
 
Who:  

Joe Kelly Levasseur, Owner, Theo’s Restaurant
Rep. Will Infantine, Owner, Aspen Insurance Agency
Jenny Cheifetz, Owner, Gone Baking                

***

NEW MEXICO

Event: Clovis “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                    

Location:          

Dakota’s Restaurant
816 Lexington Road
Clovis, New Mexico             

Program Time: 12:15 PM MDT         

Who:  

State Senator Stuart Ingle
Dr. Jack Waters
Eryn Putnam, Manager and Co-Owner, Dakota’s Restaurant                       

***

Event: Tucumcari “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                                                

Location:          

New Mexico Property Group
615 W Route 66
Tucumcari, New Mexico                 

Program Time: 3:15 PM MDT           

Who:  

Richard Randals, Owner, New Mexico Property Group                      

***

NEVADA

Event: Las Vegas “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                        

Location:          

Due Forni Pizza
3555 South Town Center Drive #105 
Las Vegas, Nevada          

Program Time: 6:00 PM PDT           

Who:  

Alex Taylor, Owner, Due Forni Pizza
Carlos Buscaglia, Chef, Due Forni Pizza               
Sid Liufau, Actor
Mari Nakashima St. Martin                        

***

Event: Elko “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                        

Location:         

Ellison's Electric
438 S 5th Street #3 
Elko, Nevada            

Program Time: 10:00 AM PDT         

Who:  

Assemblyman John Ellison, Owner, Ellison's Electric
Reece Keener, Owner, Alliance Print 'n Copy
Mandy Simons                    

***

OHIO

Event: Dover “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                     

Location:          

Dover Victory Center
203 S. Wooster Avenue
Dover, Ohio               

Program Time: 1:30 PM EDT           

Who:  

Former Attorney General Betty Montgomery
Former Speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives Jo Ann Davidson                         

***

Event: Zanesville “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                         

Location:          

GKM Auto Parts
43 Beaumont Street
Zanesville, Ohio       

Program Time: 9:45 AM EDT           

Who:  

Former Attorney General Betty Montgomery
Former Speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives Jo Ann Davidson
Kelly Moore, Owner, GKM Auto Parts                 

***

PENNSYLVANIA

Event: Pittsburgh “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                        

Location:          

Republican Committee of Allegheny County HQ
100 Fleet Street, Suite 205
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Program Time: 11:00 AM EDT         

Who:  

Diana Irey Vaughan, Washington County Commissioner and Candidate for PA Treasurer
Gia Tatone, Moon Area School Board Member                         

***
 
Event: Chalfont “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                            

Location:          

Babylon School of Dance
1 Highpoint Drive 
Chalfont, Pennsylvania                 

Program Time: 3:00 PM EDT           

Who:   Jeannine Lowry                              

***

Event: Harrisburg “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                        

Location:          

East Wing, Capitol Rotunda
Pennsylvania State Capitol Complex
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania              

Program Time: 11:00 AM EDT         

Who:   Lt. Col. Scott Rutter, USA (Ret.)                           

***

VIRGINIA

Event: Leesburg “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                          

Location:          

Loudoun Victory Office
18 Royal Street SE
Leesburg, Virginia

Program Time: 11:00 AM EDT         

Who:  

Virginia Victory Chair Pete Snyder
Del. Barbara Comstock
Danny Vargas, President, VARCom Solutions                         

***

Event: Mechanicsville “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                            

Location:         

Colonial Body and Paint
8057 Mechanicsville Turnpike
Mechanicsville, Virginia                 

Program Time: 2:30 PM EDT           

Who:  

Del. Chris Peace
Del. John Cox
Paul Dorn, Owner, Colonial Body and Paint                             

***

WISCONSIN

Event: La Crosse “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                         

Location:          

La Crosse Victory Center
58 Copeland Avenue
La Crosse, Wisconsin         

Program Time: 1:30 PM CDT           

Who:  

Sue Lynch, Former President, National Federation of Republican Women
Lynn Spicer, Owner, Spicer Studios                               

***

Event: Green Bay “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                        

Location:          

Green Bay Victory Center
1915 South Webster Street, Suite C
Green Bay, Wisconsin        

Program Time: 2:00 PM CDT           

Who:  

Donna Kolocheski, Owner, Kay Beer Distributing, Inc.
Lark Wartenberg, Owner, Lark's Jalapeno Pepper Jelly, LLC
Nancy Mary Siebers, Owner, Healing Choice LLC     

***

FLORIDA

Event: Orlando “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                 

Location:          

Harbco General Contractors, Inc.
3700 34th Street
Orlando, Florida                   

Doors Open:     7:45 AM EDT

Program Time: 8:15 AM EDT                       

Who:   Senator Marco Rubio                                 

***

Friday, August 3, 2012

COLORADO

Event: Grand Junction “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                           

Location:          

Mesa County Victory Office
1114 N. 1st Street
Grand Junction, Colorado              

Program Time: 12:00 PM MDT         

Who:   State Senator Steve King

***

MISSOURI

Event: O’Fallon “Strengthening The Middle Class” Event                                            

Location:          

Hansen Tree Service
104 Hansen Court
O’Fallon, Missouri               

Program Time: 10:30 AM CDT         

Who:  

Victory Chair Ed Martin
Jeff Hansen, Hansen Tree Service    

*Use of military rank does not imply endorsement by the Department of Defense or any department thereof.           

Senator Marco Rubio Attends Event In Orlando, Florida On Thursday, August 2, 2012

Senator Marco Rubio Attends Event In Florida 

Boston, MA – On Thursday, Senator Marco Rubio will talk about Governor Romney’s plan to grow the economy, discuss why President Obama’s policies haven’t worked, and rally supporters at an event at Harbco General Contractors, Inc. in Orlando, Florida.

Thursday, August 2, 2012

Event: Senator Marco Rubio Attends Orlando Event

Location:                 

Harbco General Contractors, Inc.
3700 34th Street
Orlando, Florida

Doors Open: 7:45 AM EDT

Program Time: 8:15 AM EDT

Mitt Romney Announces Jewish Americans For Romney Coalition

MITT ROMNEY ANNOUNCES JEWISH AMERICANS FOR ROMNEY COALITION

Boston, MA – Mitt Romney today announced his Jewish Americans for Romney coalition.

“I am proud to have the support of so many distinguished Jewish Americans,” said Mitt Romney. “The Jewish community has made contributions to American society that stand in amazing disproportion to its numbers, and I am genuinely honored to have so many of its leading thinkers, diplomats, and political leaders support my campaign.  Having just visited Israel at a critical juncture in the history of the Middle East, I am persuaded that now, more than ever, America needs to stand with Israel. I will extend the hand of friendship because our partnership is not merely a strategic alliance but a force for good in the world.”

Majority Leader Eric Cantor said, “I urge all American Jews – Democrat, Republican, and independent alike – to give a serious look at Mitt Romney's candidacy. Throughout his life, Governor Romney has been an unwavering supporter of the state of Israel. As he stated during his most recent trip to Jerusalem, 'by history and by conviction, our two countries are bound together. No individual, no nation, no world organization, will pry us apart. And as long as we stay together and stand together, there is no threat we cannot overcome.' Governor Romney understands that peace in the Middle East will only be achieved when Israel is secure within its borders and not the target of violence fueled by senseless hatred. He will leave no stone unturned in the effort to keep Israel secure.”

“Like every other group in America, American Jews want an economy that is growing and creating jobs for all who seek them. Given his background and experience, Governor Romney will succeed in turning around the U.S. economy where Barack Obama has failed,” said Senator Norm Coleman. “Governor Romney understands the special concerns of the American Jewish community about the security of the state of Israel. Gov. Romney has just returned from visiting Israel; it was his fourth visit. He understands that Israel is targeted by the failed states of the Middle East as a convenient scapegoat. He understands that there is a worldwide campaign to demonize the Jewish state.  It is for this very reason that he has pledged that his first foreign trip as president will be to Jerusalem. He intends to send a signal to the world -- and especially to Israel’s adversaries -- that the United States is not a fair-weather friend of Israel, but a partner in an abiding relationship based upon a common commitment to our most fundamental values.”

Honorary Chairmen

Congressman Eric Cantor (R-VA)
Former Governor Linda Lingle (R-HI)
Former Senator Norm Coleman (R-MN)
Former Senator Rudy Boschwitz (R-MN)
Adam Hasner, Florida

National Advisory Board

Evan Feigenbaum
Tevi Troy
Dan Senor
Dov Zakheim
Roger Zakheim
Eliot Cohen
Ambassador Eric Edelman
Ambassador Mitchell Reiss
Aaron Friedberg
Leon Aron
Phil Rosen
Sander Gerber
Lew Eisenberg
Eric Tanenblatt
Nick Muzin
Jeremy Katz
Barry Mannis
Ben Ginsberg
Victor Chaltiel
Fred Zeidman
Bruce Bialosky
Richard Heideman
Hon. Phyllis Greenberg Heideman
Ambassador Ned Siegel
Ambassador Mel Sembler
Stanley Tate
Ted Cutler
Ambassador Sam Fox
Bobby Schostak
Alan Kaufman
Ed Levy
Jay and Ann Davis
Marty Kogon
David Flaum
Cheryl Halpern
Reuven Hahn
Steve Friedman
Michael Menis
Ambassador Cliff Sobel

Romney For President And The Republican National Committee Release New Television Ad, “Dream”

ROMNEY FOR PRESIDENT AND THE REPUBLICAN NATIONAL COMMITTEE RELEASE NEW TELEVISION AD, “DREAM”

Boston, MA – Romney for President and the Republican National Committee today released a coordinated television advertisement, “Dream.” In 2009, General Motors, led by the Obama Administration, closed over a thousand auto dealerships across the country. For these small businesses, hope and change was not so kind.

AD FACTS: Script For “Dream”

VIDEO TEXT: “Al Zarzour”

VIDEO TEXT: “Lyndhurst, OH”

AL ZARZOUR: “Grew up here in Lyndhurst, started 1972, selling cars.”

VOICEOVER: “In 2009, under the Obama Administration’s bailout of General Motors, Ohio dealerships were forced to close.”

ZARZOUR: “I received a letter from General Motors. They were suspending my credit line. We had thirty-some employees that were out of work.”

ZARZOUR: “My wife and I were the last ones there. You know, it was like the dream that we worked for, and that we worked so hard for, was gone.”

MITT ROMNEY: “I’m Mitt Romney and I approved this message.”

Mitt Romney Joins Republican Governors For Event In Colorado On Thursday, August 2, 2012 *Updated

Mitt Romney Joins Republican Governors For Event In Colorado

Boston, MA – On Thursday, Mitt Romney joins Governor Jan Brewer, Governor Bobby Jindal, Governor Chris Christie, Governor Susana Martinez, Governor Mary Fallin, Governor Nikki Haley, Governor Rick Perry, Governor Gary Herbert, Governor Bob McDonnell, and Governor Matt Mead for an event at Basalt Public High School in Basalt, Colorado.

Event: Governor Romney Joins Republican Governors For Basalt Event

Location:      

Basalt Public High School
600 Southside Drive
Basalt, Colorado

Who:              

Governor Mitt Romney
Governor Jan Brewer
Governor Bobby Jindal
Governor Chris Christie
Governor Susana Martinez
Governor Mary Fallin
Governor Nikki Haley
Governor Rick Perry
Governor Gary Herbert
Governor Bob McDonnell
Governor Matt Mead

Doors Open: 2:00 PM MDT

Invite Time: 3:15 PM MDT

Program Time: 3:50 PM MDT