2012 Presidential Campaign Blog

New York 10th District Suffolk County Legislator Tom Cilmi Endorses Newt Gingrich

State Rep. Tom Cilmi Endorses Newt Gingrich

Atlanta, GA - In New York, 10th District Suffolk County Legislator Tom Cilmi today endorsed Newt Gingrich for president and will represent the 3rd Congressional District as a Gingrich delegate to the 2012 Republican National Convention.

Cilmi said, "Our Country is facing historic, monumental challenges which will not be solved with the same old rhetoric.  We need bold ideas.  We need a President with the courage and clarity of purpose to stand up to the establishment, break through the walls of bureaucracy and return the United States to first principles. Now more than ever, before it's too late, for our economy, for our national security, for our future, our Country needs Newt Gingrich."

Gingrich thanked Climi, saying, "My campaign for President of the United States will continue to focus on helping to restore our economy, create jobs and strengthen our families. I thank Tom for his support, and look forward to working with him as we march to towards the Republican nomination this summer and then on to the White House."

Tom Cilmi was elected in 2009 and has been recognized as a conservative leader in the Suffolk County Legislature.  Prior to his election, Cilmi worked in manufacturing and owned a commercial printing business.  Married for 24 years, Tom and his wife, Anna, have remained active in many of the business, civic and youth organizations that make up the fabric of their community.

Rick Santorum Campaign Sponsoring Front Row Motorsports' No. 26 Ford Fusion in Today's Daytona 500

SANTORUM CAMPAIGN OFF TO THE RACES WITH DAYTON 500 ENTRY
 
Verona, PA - The Rick Santorum for President campaign is proud to sponsor Front Row Motorsports' No. 26 Ford Fusion in today's Daytona 500.  Veteran driver Tony Raines will be behind the wheel of the No. 26 entry after qualifying on speed for the starting field last Sunday in the feel-good, underdog story of the day.

Rick Santorum said: "NASCAR and the Daytona 500 are about as American as you can get - and it's great to have my campaign represented by one of these incredible machines. The race weekend is a wonderful tradition that we're excited to be a part of as we spread our message. I like how Tony Raines turned some heads last weekend with his qualifying run and we'd like to keep turning heads too. I think we're both looking for a win in the end."

Team Owner Bob Jenkins said: "We're glad to partner with the Santorum campaign. We know there will be millions of eyes on these cars on Sunday and we know we can help get their message out.  It's a pretty tight battle for the Republican nomination right now, and the former Senator is right in the thick of it.  We hope we're in the thick of it come Sunday out on the racetrack, too."

The Rick Santorum for President's campaign messaging will be on the hood and quarter panels of Raines' Ford Fusion for Sunday's season-opening NASCAR Sprint Cup Series event at the 2.5-mile superspeedway in Daytona Beach, Fla. 

Sunday's Daytona 500 will air nationwide today on FOX, with coverage beginning at noon (ET).

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Rick Santorum Campaign Schedule in Michigan on February 26-27, 2012 *Updated

RICK SANTORUM PUBLIC SCHEDULE
 
Verona, PA - Republican Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum will hold the following events. All times are local.

Sunday, February 26:

Senator Santorum will appear on both ABC's "This Week" and NBC's "Meet The Press." Check your local listings for times in your area.
 
12:00pm ET: Senator Santorum will hold a "Rally for Rick" in Marquette Twp., MI.

Location:

Holiday Inn
1951 US Highway 41 West
Marquette Twp., MI

3:30pm ET: Senator Santorum will hold a "Rally for Rick" in Traverse City, MI.

Location:

2010 Streeters Center
1669 South Garfield Avenue
Traverse City, MI

7:00pm ET:   Senator Santorum will hold a tele-town hall meeting with Michigan voters.

8:00pm ET:   Senator Santorum will hold a "Rally for Rick" in Davison, MI.

Location:

The Colonial Valley Suites
Crystal Hall
10183 Lapeer Road
Davison, MI

Monday, February 27:

6:37am ET: Senator Santorum will appear with Gary Allen and Steve Kelly on 1300AM in Grand Rapids, MI.
 
6:50am ET: Senator Santorum will appear with Paul Smith on 760AM WJR in Detroit, MI.
 
7:10am ET: Senator Santorum will appear on "FOX & Friends" on FOX News.
 
7:30am ET: Senator Santorum will appear on Newsradio 950AM in Detroit, MI.
 
8:30am ET: Senator Santorum will appear on the nationally syndicated America's Morning News.
 
9:00am ET: Senator Santorum will address the Livonia/Farmington Chamber of Commerce Breakfast in Livonia, MI.
 
Location:
St. Mary's Cultural & Banquet Center
18100 Merriman Road
Livonia, MI
 
3:00pm ET: Senator Santorum will hold a "Rally for Rick" in Lansing, MI.
 
Location:
Lexington Lansing Hotel
Ballrooms A&B
925 South Creyts Road
Lansing, MI
 
5:00pm ET: Senator Santorum will appear with Paul Edwards of 1500AM in Detroit, MI.
 
6:04pm ET: Senator Santorum will appear with Charlie Langton and Stu Sandler on 1270AM in Detroit, MI.
 
7:30pm ET: Senator Santorum will hold a "Rally for Rick" in Kalamazoo, MI.
 
Location:
Heritage Christian Academy
6212 Quail Run Drive
Kalamazoo, MI
 
9:00pm ET: Senator Santorum will appear on "Hannity" on FOX News.
 
Senator Santorum will also pre-tape interviews with the nationally syndicated Sean Hannity Radio Show, Frank Beckmann of 760AM WJR in Detroit and Michael Cohen of 1320AM in Lansing, MI - to air during their regularly scheduled broadcast. Exact air times on Monday to be determined.

Mitt Romney Campaigns in Rockford, Albion, and Royal Oak, Michigan on Monday, February 27, 2012 *Updated

Mitt Romney Campaigns in Michigan Ahead of Primary

Boston, MA – On Monday, Mitt Romney will hold grassroots rallies in Rockford, Albion, and Royal Oak, Michigan.  

Monday, February 27, 2012

Event: Mitt Romney Holds Rockford Grassroots Rally

When: 8:45 AM EST

Location:                 

Byrne Electrical Specialists
725 Byrne Industrial Drive
Rockford, Michigan
 
Event: Mitt Romney Holds Albion Grassroots Rally

When: 1:05 PM EST

Location:                 

Caster Concepts
16000 E. Michigan Ave.
Albion, Michigan

Event: Mitt Romney and Gov. Rick Snyder Hold Royal Oak Grassroots Rally with Special Musical Guest

When: 6:45 PM EST

Location:                

The Royal Oak Music Theatre
318 West 4th Street
Royal Oak, Michigan

Presidential Candidate and Former New Mexico Governor Gary Johnson Pledges to Continue Ron Paul Revolution

GOVERNOR GARY JOHNSON: “I WILL CONTINUE THE RON PAUL REVOLUTION”
 
February 25, 2012, Athens, Georgia – Presidential candidate and former New Mexico Governor Gary Johnson pledged Saturday to “continue the Ron Paul Revolution” if the Texas congressman fails to secure the Republican nomination for president.
 
Johnson’s remarks came at the Georgia State Libertarian Party Convention in Athens, GA.  The former New Mexico governor said, “With a fervently big government incumbent president on the Democrat ticket and the Republicans maneuvering to nominate an only-slightly-less-overt big-government candidate, millions of American voters are going to find themselves without a choice in the so-called ‘major’ parties.  I don’t agree with Ron Paul on every issue, but his message of individual freedom and truly limited government must not be lost if he does not become the Republican nominee.
 
“I am seeking the Libertarian nomination to insure that voters in all fifty states do, in fact, have an opportunity to continue the very real revolution Dr. Paul has helped ignite.  The vision Ron Paul and I offer is a simple one.  It is an end to government that spends too much because it does too much.  It is an end to government that borrows too much, mortgaging our future. It is a government that stays out of the bedroom and boardroom. And it is a government that does not lead us into unnecessary wars we simply cannot afford and where our vital national interest is not clear.
 
"This fight cannot end in August when the Big Government Parties nominate their candidates," said Johnson. " I will pick up the torch of the Libertarian agenda to insure voters have a libertarian choice in November.
 
“With unimaginable deficits as far as the eye can see, an economy brought to its knees, and Washington prying its way into every aspect of our lives, Americans are ready for revolution, and that revolution needs to happen in the 2012 election.” said the two-term Governor.

Newt Gingrich California, Tennessee & Georgia Schedule: February 25 - March 1, 2012

Newt 2012 Public Schedule: February 25 - March 1

Atlanta, GA – Newt 2012 released its public schedule for Newt and Callista Gingrich for February 25 - March 1.

* All times are local

Saturday, February 25
 
Newt Gingrich to Speak at California Republican Convention
12:10-12:50 PM
Location: Hyatt San Francisco
1333 Bayshore Highway
Burlingame, CA 94010
 
Sunday, February 26
 
Remarks at First Redeemer Church
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: First Redeemer Church
2100 Peachtree Parkway
Cumming, GA 30041
 
God and Country Rally
6:00-7:00 PM
Location: Rock Springs Church
219 Rock Springs Road
Milner, GA 30257
 
Monday, February 27
*Schedule Subject to Change
 
Newt 2012 Healthcare Roundtable
10:00-11:30 AM
Location: Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz
211 Commerce Street
Suite 800
Nashville, TN 37201
 
Remarks at First Tuesday Luncheon
12:00-1:00 PM
Location: Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis Offices
Nashville City Center
511 Union Street, Suite 2700
Nashville, TN 37219
 
Newt 2012 Rally
3:00-4:00 PM
Location: Tennessee State Capitol East Front
600 Charlotte Avenue
Nashville, TN 37219
 
Callista Gingrich To Speak to TN Chapter of Women With Newt
4:10-4:30 PM
Location: State Capitol
Legislative Plaza
Room LP 16
600 Charlotte Avenue
Nashville, TN 37219
 
Tuesday, February 28
 
Newt 2012 Dalton Rally
11:00-12:00 PM
Location: Northwest Georgia Convention Center
Room A-1
2211 Dug Gap Battle Road
Dalton, GA 30720
 
Callista Gingrich to Visit St. Mary's Catholic School
1:30-2:30 PM
Location: St. Mary's Catholic School
401 East 7th Street
Rome, GA 30161
*Mrs. Gingrich will tour school and read to Sweet Land of Liberty to students
 
Newt 2012 Rome Rally
3:00-4:00 PM
Location: Richard B. Russell Airport
Earl Tillman Hanger
Rome, GA 30165
 
Newt 2012 Carrollton Rally
7:00-8:00 PM
Location: University of West Georgia
HPE Gym in Campus Center
West Georgia Drive
Carrollton, GA
 
Wednesday February 29
 
Newt 2012 Covington Rally
1:30-2:30 PM
Location: Peachtree Academy
14101 Highway 278
Covington, GA 30014
 
Newt 2012 Gainesville Rally
7:00-8:00 PM
Location: Gainesville Civic Center
Ballroom
830 Green Street
Gainesville, GA 30501
 
Thursday, March 1
 
Remarks to Cobb Chamber of Commerce
8:15-9:15 AM
Location: Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre
2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway
Atlanta, GA 30339
 
Grand Opening of Cherokee County Republican Party Office
11:30-12:30 PM
Location: Cherokee County Republican Party Headquarters
1428 Towne Lake Parkway
Woodstock, GA 30189

Rick Santorum Unveils his Economic Freedom Agenda for the First 100 Days of his Administration in Michigan

SANTORUM UNVEILS FIRST 100 DAYS ECONOMIC FREEDOM AGENDA IN MICHIGAN
Santorum Plans To Revitalize American Industry On Day One

Detroit, MI - Republican Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum unveiled his Economic Freedom Agenda for the first 100 days of his Administration this evening in Michigan.
 
Rick Santorum said: "I'm an Italian guy from a steel town who grew up understanding what makes this country great.  My friends' families worked in the steel mills and my grandfather was a coal miner who worked hard so his children could taste freedom in America.   Back then, America made things, and that meant jobs, it meant strong families and it means a strong economy.  The President tells us those jobs are gone, but he's wrong - and I'm not willing to ever surrender those jobs to China.  We can revive this economy immediately, if we cut taxes across the board and repeal the radical job crushing environmental policies of this Administration.  If we create a level playing field - I will bet on the American worker above anyone else from any other country every time - and we will win.  We must free our economy and put faith back in the American people, not in government.  My plan does that and together we will rebuild America."
 
SANTORUM 100 DAYS "MADE IN AMERICA"
ECONOMIC FREEDOM AGENDA
 
UNLEASH AMERICA'S ENERGY: Approve the Keystone Pipeline for jobs and energy security, sign an order unleashing America's domestic energy production without picking winners and losers on Day One, and allow states to choose where they want to explore for oil and natural gas and to set their own regulations for hydrofracturing.
 
STOP JOB KILLING REGULATIONS:  Eliminate all regulations promulgated by the Obama Administration which have an economic burden over $100 million dollars, on Day One, including repeal of the EPA rule on CO2 emissions that has already shut down six power plants and furloughed 500 workers. Order a review of all regulations, making sure these regulations use sound science and common-sense cost benefit analysis.
 
REIN IN SPENDING TO SECURE OUR FUTURE:  Propose spending cuts of $5 trillion over 5 years, including spending cuts for the remainder of fiscal year 2013. Propose budgets that spend less money each year than the year before, and reduce the non-defense related federal workforce at least 10 percent, without replacing with contractors.
 
REPEAL AND REPLACE OBAMACARE: Submit legislation to Congress to repeal ObamaCare and issue an executive order ending related regulatory obligations on the states on Day One.  Work with Congress to replace ObamaCare with competitive choices of healthcare plans to improve the quality and limit the cost of healthcare, while protecting those with uninsurable health conditions. Repeal Dodd-Frank, which is making it harder for businesses to get access to credit and for Americans to buy houses and refinance.
 
BALANCE THE BUDGET:  Submit to Congress a budget that will balance within 4 years and call on Congress to pass a Balanced Budget Amendment to the Constitution which limits federal spending to 18 percent of GDP.
 
PRO-GROWTH AND PRO-FAMILY INDIVIDUAL TAX POLICY: Submit to Congress my comprehensive pro-growth and pro-family tax policies to strengthen opportunity in our country, with lower rates of 10 percent and 28 percent.  To help families, will triple the personal deduction for children and eliminate the marriage tax penalty throughout the tax code.
 
RESTORE AMERICA'S COMPETITIVENESS:  Cut the corporate tax in half to a flat-tax rate of 17.5 percent to make America competitive internationally, and allow corporations to expense all business equipment and investment.  Eliminate taxes on IRS Code Section 199 manufacturing activity to attract manufacturing back to America. Take the lead on tort reform to lower the cost of doing business in America and to reduce the cost of products and services to consumers.
 
NEGOTIATE AND SUBMIT FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS: Because a substantial portion of Americans work for companies which export, initiate negotiations in the first 100 days and submit to Congress at least five free trade agreements to increase our exports during my first year in office.
 
REFORM ENTITLEMENTS: Cut means-tested entitlement programs by 10 percent across the board, freeze them for four years, and block grant them to the states as Senator Santorum did as the author of welfare reform. Reform Medicare and Social Security so they are fiscally sustainable for seniors and young people.
 
REVIVE HOUSING: Submit a plan to Congress to phase out within several years Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac's federal housing role, reform and make transparent the Federal Reserve, and allow families whose homes are "underwater" to deduct losses from the sale of their home in order to better get a fresh start in difficult economic times.

Michigan Tea Party Leaders Endorse Mitt Romney

MICHIGAN TEA PARTY LEADERS ENDORSE MITT ROMNEY

Boston, MA – Mitt Romney today announced the support of Tea Party leaders in Michigan.

“In my campaign, I have fought for the conservative principles of lower spending, lower taxes and less government intrusion into our lives and our businesses,” said Mitt Romney. “The Tea Party has been at the frontline of this same fight. Along with the help of these Tea Party leaders, we can defeat President Obama and finally get Washington out of the way.”

Maribeth Schmidt, Co-Founder Of Rattle With Us: "As a mother of three and a Tea Party activist, my main concern is the 15 trillion dollar debt and I believe that Governor Romney has it right when he says that he will look at every government program and ask two questions: ‘Can we afford it?’ and if not, ‘Is it important enough to borrow money from China for?’ His positions on the national debt, Right to Work, domestic energy, and reducing the wages of government employees to match the private sector are why I am supporting him in Tuesday's primary."

Dennis Moore, Founder/Former Director-Willow Run Tea Party Caucus: “Leaders lead without putting a wetted finger in the air seeking consensus. Mitt Romney will be a ‘Reaganesque’ president. I could not in good conscience watch as the Tea Party invokes a litmus test that Ronald Reagan himself would have failed. So I led by personally endorsing Mitt Romney. This country needs Mitt Romney!”

Leisa Audette And Patty McMurray, Red Heels On The Ground: “We are two stay-at-home moms who are very active in the Tea Party and grassroots movement in Michigan. We are dedicated to ensuring that our children will have the same opportunities that our generation was afforded. Unless the right candidate is elected in the upcoming Presidential race, they will never have that privilege. We've burdened them with a national debt and tax structure that only a serious candidate with exceptional business experience and proven successes will be able to turn around. We need a president that will not divide us but instead, unite us with our common belief in American exceptionalism. We believe that Mitt Romney is the only candidate who has the ability to accomplish all of these things, because we feel that he sincerely believes in the greatness of America!”

Rose Drouillard, Brighton Tea Party Board Member: “Prior to the Romney Tea Party event last night at Bakers in Milford, I was vacillating between two candidates. After a day of careful consideration of Gov. Romney's presentation, I am personally endorsing Governor Mitt Romney for President because I believe he is the candidate that has the best chance to defeat President Obama. If he follows through with everything that he spoke about in his presentation, our country will be able to change course and be the exceptional nation we once were.”

Marco Lollio, Owner Of Marlo Trucking: “Governor Romney addressed many of the concerns small businesses are experiencing under the current administration. It would be a positive change to have someone as President who knows what it takes to not only create jobs but also keep the ones I have! His words strengthened my belief that he understands that the next president’s top priority is creating jobs!”

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