2012 Presidential Campaign Blog

Senator Santorum Returns to New Hampshire for Two-day Campaign Swing, September 18-19, 2011

Senator Santorum returns to New Hampshire for two-day campaign swing
 
Verona, PA - Former Senator Rick Santorum (R-PA) will return to New Hampshire on September 18th and 19th for a two-day campaign swing.
 
Sunday, September 18:
 
10:30am ET: Senator Santorum will be the "celebrity shooter" at the Cheshire County Republican Shoot Out in Keene, NH.

Location:

Cheshire Fish & Game Club
19 Ferry Brook Road
Keene, NH

12:45pm ET: Senator Santorum will attend the Nashua GOP Steak Out in Nashua, NH.

Location:

Crowne Plaza
2 Somerset Parkway
Nashua, NH

2:15pm ET: Senator Santorum will attend the Glendi Greek Festival in Manchester, NH.

Location:

Saint George Greek Orthodox Cathedral
650 Hanover Street
Manchester, NH

3:30pm ET: Senator Santorum will address the Merrimack County GOP Picnic/Salute to "Stretch" Kennedy in Hopkinton, NH.

Location:

Home of the Honorable Richard Kennedy
1185 Hopkinton Road
Hopkinton, NH

5:00pm ET: Senator Santorum will attend a New England Patriots Game Day Watch Party in Concord, NH.

Location:

The Draft
67 South Main Street
Concord, NH

Monday, September 19:

7:00am ET: Senator Santorum will address the Bedford Republican Breakfast in Bedford, NH.

Location:

Manchester Country Club
180 South River Road
Bedford, NH

Gary Johnson Returns To New Hampshire, September 17-21, 2011 *Revised

PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE GARY JOHNSON RETURNS TO NEW HAMPSHIRE, SEPTEMBER 17-21

Sept. 14, 2011, Santa Fe, NM - Presidential candidate Gary Johnson will return to New Hampshire Sept. 17 for a four day campaign visit that will feature two “Google Hangout” events  and appearances in Nashua, Bedford, Merrimack, Keene, and Durham. The former New Mexico Governor announced his candidacy for president April 21 in Concord, and this will be his 16th visit to New Hampshire in the last 18 months.

Monday, September 19
(*added) 2:00-2:20pm: Gov. Johnson will visit Chappell Tractor in Milford (454 Route 13 South).
(*added) 2:30-2:50pm: Gov. Johnson will visit Cirtronics in Milford (528 Route 13 South).

Tuesday, September 20
(*added) 11:00am-NOON: Gov. Johnson will meet with students at Keene State College (Madison Lounge, Young Student Center).
(*time change) 1:00-1:20pm: Gov. Johnson will visit Brewbaker’s Coffee in Keene (97 Main Street).
(*added) 1:30-1:50pm: Gov. Johnson will visit Fritz, The Place to Eat in Keene (45 Main Street).
(*time change) 2:00-2:20pm: Gov. Johnson will visit Armadillo’s Burritos in Keene (82 Main Street).
(*added) 2:30-2:50pm: Gov. Johnson will visit The Stage Restaurant in Keene (30 Central Square).
(*added) 3:00-3:20pm: Gov. Johnson will visit Pedraza’s Mexican Restaurant in Keene (45 Central Square).


Wednesday, September 21
(*added) 11:30am-12:30pm: Gov. Johnson will meet with the Eagle-Tribune editorial board.

Complete Revised Schedule:

Saturday, September 17
8:00-10:00pm: Gov. Johnson will attend his first “Google Hangout” house party at a private residence in Candia (49 Langford Drive). Johnson supporters nationwide will be hosting their own house parties, and Gov. Johnson will speak with them all via video chat.

Sunday, September 18
NOON–2:00pm: Gov. Johnson will attend the annual “Steak Out” event sponsored by the Nashua Republican City Committee in Nashua (2 Somerset Parkway).
3:00-5:00pm: Gov. Johnson and volunteers will meet at the Manchester campaign headquarters (530 Chestnut Street) and spend the afternoon knocking on doors and distributing campaign literature.

Monday, September 19
7:00-8:30am: Gov. Johnson will attend the Bedford Republican Committee Annual Breakfast at Manchester Country Club in Bedford (180 South River Road).
9:30-10:30am: Gov. Johnson will meet with the Nashua Telegraph editorial board.
2:00-2:20pm: Gov. Johnson will visit Chappell Tractor in Milford (454 Route 13 South).
2:30-2:50pm: Gov. Johnson will visit Cirtronics in Milford (528 Route 13 South).

Tuesday, September 20
8:00-9:00am: Gov. Johnson will visit Lindy’s Diner in Keene for breakfast and conversation with the staff and local residents (19 Gilbo Avenue).
10:00-10:50am: Gov. Johnson will speak to a journalism class taught by Professor Rose Kundanis at Keene State College in Keene (Media Arts Center, Room 160).
11:00am-NOON: Gov. Johnson will meet with students at Keene State College (Madison Lounge, Young Student Center).
1:00-1:20pm: Gov. Johnson will visit Brewbaker’s Coffee in Keene (97 Main Street).
1:30-1:50pm: Gov. Johnson will visit Fritz, The Place to Eat in Keene (45 Main Street).
2:00-2:20pm: Gov. Johnson will visit Armadillo’s Burritos in Keene (82 Main Street).
2:30-2:50pm: Gov. Johnson will visit The Stage Restaurant in Keene (30 Central Square).
3:00-3:20pm: Gov. Johnson will visit Pedraza’s Mexican Restaurant in Keene (45 Central Square).
8:00-10:00pm: Gov. Johnson will attend a “Google Hangout” event at the University of New Hampshire in Durham (Memorial Union Building Room 302). Johnson supporters nationwide will be hosting their own house parties, and Gov. Johnson will speak with them all via video chat.

Team Bachmann Rallies Voters in the Golden State, September 15-16, 2011

Team Bachmann Rallies Voters in the Golden State

Orange County, Calif. – Following a remarkable performance at the CNN-Tea Party GOP Presidential Debate this week, Republican presidential candidate Michele Bachmann will travel to California to rally voters on Thursday, September 15, 2011.

Thursday, September 15, 2011

San Rafael Breakfast Chat
NOTE: This event is open to invited guests and credentialed media only.
9:15 am PT
Zelikovsky Home
10 Woodrose Court
San Rafael, CA 

Friday, September 16, 2011

"Join Team Bachmann!" Orange County Rally

9:00 am PT
OC Fair and Event Center
88 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 

California GOP State Party Address

7:30 pm PT
JW Marriott Hotel
900 West Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA

Bachmann to appear on “The Tonight Show” with Jay Leno Friday, September 16, 2011

Bachmann to appear on “The Tonight Show” with Jay Leno Friday, September 16

Phoenix, Ariz. – Republican presidential candidate Michele Bachmann will appear on NBC’s “Tonight Show with Jay Leno” on Friday, September 16, 2011 at 11:35 pm ET. Bachmann will share with Mr. Leno and his studio audience what life is like on the campaign trail, personal stories and 2012 campaign plans. Check local listings for airtimes.

Presidential Candidate Governor Roemer to Visit North Carolina

Presidential Candidate Governor Roemer to Visit North Carolina

WHAT: Republican Presidential Candidate and former Louisiana Governor Buddy Roemer will be visiting North Carolina to speak about his plans to create jobs in America and fight the corrupting influence of special interests in politics.

Charlotte resident Patric Zimmer says “Buddy Roemer has a very unique message in today’s world of politics and we are very excited to have Buddy Roemer visiting Charlotte, NC and making a campaign stop at the Park Lanes Bowling Center”. “I think if people take the time to listen to Buddy they will like what he says and what he stands for.”
 
First Stop: Speech to American Mortgage Conference





WHEN: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2011 at 10:30 AM EST



WHERE:Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley
4500 MARRIOTT DRIVE
RALEIGH, NC 27612

Second Stop: Town Hall on Jobs

WHEN: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2011 at 4:00 PM EST

WHERE:PARK LANES BOWLING CENTER
1700 MONTFORD ROAD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28209

Third Stop: House Party

WHEN: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2011 AT 5:30PM EST

WHERE: PRIVATE RESIDENCE
CHARLOTTE, NC
Note: This event is open to invited guests and credentialed media only.

Huntsman Campaign Names Business and Economic Advisers Including Phil Knight of Nike

Huntsman Campaign Names Business and Economic Advisers

Orlando – Jon Huntsman for President today announced that John Mack will serve as chairman of the campaign’s Business Advisory Council. Other members include Gary Loveman, Phil Knight and Tom Bell.

The Business Advisory Council will provide the campaign with counsel and advice on issues related to the economy, business and jobs.

“I’m proud that we have assembled such a distinguished group of business leaders who understand how to create an environment that promotes growth,” said Governor Huntsman. “There is no more urgent priority than creating jobs and strengthening our economic core, and these four individuals are invaluable additions to our team.”

“Governor Huntsman is a serious, pragmatic leader who knows how to restore confidence and stability to the marketplace,” said Mack. “He has a proven track record of creating jobs – both in business and as governor of Utah – and we look forward to working with him to move America forward.”

John Mack serves as executive chairman of the board of Morgan Stanley. He also serves as a board member of the Bloomberg Family Foundation and the Executive Committee of the Partnership for New York City.

Gary Loveman is chairman, chief executive officer and president of Caesars Entertainment Corporation. He is the past chairman of the American Gaming Association, and serves on the Trust Board at Children's Hospital Boston.

Phil Knight is the co-founder and chairman of Nike, Inc.

Tom Bell is the former chairman of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Previously, Bell served as chairman of the board and chief executive officer of Cousins Properties Incorporated.

Herman Cain's Common Sense Solutions Bus Tour in South Carolina, September 16-17, 2011

Herman Cain's Common Sense Solutions Bus Tour in South Carolina

(Stockbridge, GA)- Republican presidential candidate Herman Cain's Common Sense Solutions Bus Tour that travelled through Iowa and New Hampshire continues to South Carolina.  Cain will appear at the following public events during his Bus Tour of South Carolina:

South Carolina Bus Tour

Friday, September 16, 2011

Aiken

9:30 a.m. EDT- Aiken Stump Rally
Aiken County Historical Museum Back Lawn
433 Newberry Street SW, Aiken, SC

Simpsonville
 
1:00-1:45 p.m. EDT- Meet and Greet/Rally
P. Simpson's
111 North Main Street, Simpsonville, South Carolina
 
Rock Hill
 
4:30 p.m. EDT- Rally
Winthrop University DiGiorgio Campus Center - Richardson Ballroom
269 Campus Center, Rock Hill, South Carolina
 
Saturday, September 17, 2011

Myrtle Beach

8:00 a.m. EDT- Meet and Greet
Docksiders Bar and Grille
2501 Bridge View Court, North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Charleston

12 p.m. EDT- Town Hall with Congressman Scott
Daniel Island School
2365 Daniel Island Drive, Charleston, South Carolina

Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval Endorses Rick Perry For President.

Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval Endorses Rick Perry For President

AUSTIN – Texas Gov. Rick Perry today received the endorsement of Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval for President.

“Our nation needs a leader in the White House who understands the role of government and our economy,” said Gov. Sandoval. “Gov. Rick Perry has the strongest record of job creation, fiscal discipline, and executive branch leadership among the presidential candidates. As a governor, Rick Perry created a tremendous blueprint for job creation and as President, I know he will get America working again. I consider Gov. Perry a friend and I am proud to endorse his campaign for President.”

“I am honored to receive Gov. Sandoval’s endorsement and am thankful for his support as I travel the country sharing my vision for how we will get America working again,” said Gov. Perry. “As a fellow governor who understands the importance of implementing common-sense conservative principles, Brian will be an incredible asset to our campaign.”

Gov. Sandoval was elected Governor of Nevada in 2010. He was the state’s first Hispanic federal judge, appointed by President George W. Bush as U.S. District Judge for the District of Nevada in October 2005. Gov. Sandoval received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Nevada in 1986 and his law degree from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law in 1989.

Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval Endorses Rick Perry For President.

"Our nation needs a leader in the White House who understands the role of government and our economy. Governor Rick Perry has the strongest record of job creation, fiscal discipline, and executive branch leadership among the presidential candidates. As a governor, Rick Perry created a tremendous blueprint for job creation and as President, I know he will get America working again. I consider Governor Perry a friend and I am proud to endorse his campaign for President."

Sheriff Joe Arpaio Campaigns in Iowa. Will Headline Fundraisers for Jones County Sheriff Candidate Rick LaMere

Sheriff Joe Arpaio Campaigns in Iowa
“America’s Toughest Sheriff” to Headline Fundraisers for Jones County Sheriff Candidate Rick LaMere
 
ANAMOSA, IA – The Citizens for Rick LaMere Campaign will host a fundraiser for Jones County Sheriff candidate Rick LaMere September 17, 2011. Joining the Jones County GOP candidate will be the controversial Sheriff Joe Arpaio, “America’s Toughest Sheriff”, of Maricopa County, AZ.
 
WHO: “Jones County Sheriff Republican Candidate Rick LaMere” and “Sheriff Joe Arpaio of Maricopa County, AZ”
 
WHAT: Fundraiser for Jones County Sheriff Candidate Rick LaMere
 
WHERE: J&P Cycles, 13225 Circle Drive, Anamosa, IA (speech by candidate Rick LaMere & Sheriff Joe Arpaio) and National Motorcycle Museum, 102 Chamber Drive, Anamosa, IA (spaghetti dinner)
 
WHEN: J&P Cycles reception and speeches from 3:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. followed by a Spaghetti Dinner at the National Motorcycle Museum from 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
 
Special guest for the event will be “America’s Toughest Sheriff”, Sheriff Joe Arpaio of Maricopa County, Arizona. Sheriff Arpaio manages the nation’s third largest Sheriff’s Office.
 
A veteran of the U.S. Army, Sheriff Arpaio has served as a top U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration Agent infiltrating drug organizations around the world. With over five decades of law enforcement experience, Sheriff Arpaio is now famous for making his inmates wear pink underwear and for opening Tent City in 1993, for convicted inmates.
 
While in Iowa, Sheriff Arpaio will also be visiting several locations, meeting Iowans from all over the state and delivering his message regarding the importance of getting involved with your local politics and making sure your opinion counts – whether you are voting for your local Sheriff or the President of the United States. Previously, Sheriff Arpaio spoke in New Hampshire, invited by the Republican Party, and he now looks forward to addressing the people of Iowa! He will be at the following locations (times are approximate):
 
Friday, September 16, 2011
04:50 PM        Arrival at Eastern Iowa Airport
07:00 PM        McOtto’s Restaurant Highway 151 & 64, in Anamosa.
Saturday, September 17, 2011
09:00 AM        Darrell’s Restaurant, 225 S. Main Street in Monticello.
04:00 PM        Guest Speaker at J & P Cycles located at 13225 Circle Drive in Anamosa
05:00 PM        National Motor Cycle Museum – Spaghetti dinner, 102 Chamber Drive in Anamosa.
Sunday, September 18, 2011
09:30 AM        Granite City Food & Brewery, 4755 1st Avenue SE in Cedar Rapids.

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