2012 Presidential Campaign Blog

Rick Santorum Iowa Schedule December 14-17, 2011,

SANTORUM PUBLIC SCHEDULE DECEMBER 14 - 17
 
Urbandale, IA - Republican Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum will continue his campaign swing through to Iowa.

Wednesday, December 14:

7:15am CT: Senator Santorum will address the Westside Conservative Breakfast Club in Urbandale, IA.

Location:

Machine Shed
11151 Hickman Road
Urbandale, IA

9:00am CT: Senator Santorum will address employees at Nationwide in Des Moines, IA.

Location:

Nationwide
1100 Locust Street
Des Moines, IA

10:30am CT:     Senator Santorum will appear on "Impact with Sam Clovis" on KSCJ 1360am in Sioux City, IA.

12:15pm CT: Senator Santorum will visit with employees of Pioneer Hi-Bred in Johnston, IA.

Location:

Carver Conference Center
7000 NW 62nd Avenue
Johnston, IA

4:30pm CT: Senator Santorum will appear live in-studio with Simon Conway on WHO radio in Des Moines.

5:30pm CT: Senator Santorum will host a Christmas Party for supporters at the Rick Santorum for President Iowa Campaign Headquarters in Urbandale, IA.

Location:

Rick Santorum for President
11197 Aurora Avenue
Urbandale, IA

6:45pm CT: Senator Santorum will attend the premier of "The Gift of Life" in Des Moines, IA.

Location:

Hoyt Sherman Place
1501 Woodland Avenue
Des Moines, IA

Thursday, December 15:

8:00am CT: Senator Santorum will host a "Faith, Family and Freedom" Town Hall in Rockwell City, IA.

Location:

Dangie's Diner
125 East High Street
Rockwell City, IA

11:00am CT:     Senator Santorum will host a "Faith, Family and Freedom" Town Hall in Sac City, IA.

Location:

Sac City Cattleman's Co.
508 West Main Street
Sac City, IA

2:30pm CT: Senator Santorum will host a "Faith, Family and Freedom" Town Hall in Holstein, IA.

Location:

Java Junkies
103 North Main Street
Holstein, IA

8:00pm CT: Senator Santorum will participate in the FOX News Republican Presidential Debate in Sioux City, IA.

Friday, December 16:

7:00pm CT:      Senator Santorum will be the featured guest of a house party hosted by The Iowa Faith & Freedom Coalition at the home of David & Linda Holub in Sioux City, IA.

Location:

Home of David & Linda Holub
1218 46th Street
Sioux City, IA

Saturday, December 17:

8:00am CT: Senator Santorum will host a "Faith, Family and Freedom" Town Hall in Onawa, IA.

Location:

Onawa Public Library
707 Iowa Avenue
Onawa, IA

1:00pm CT: Senator Santorum will host a "Faith, Family and Freedom" Town Hall in Carroll, IA.

Location:

Pizza Ranch
425 West Highway 30
Carroll, IA

3:30pm CT: Senator Santorum will host a "Faith, Family and Freedom" Town Hall in Denison, IA.

Location:

Cronk's Café
812 4th Avenue South
Denison, IA

6:00pm CT: Senator Santorum will be a featured guest at the Harrison County, IA Republican Christmas Party in Logan, IA.

Location:

Home of Ross and Lee Hieb
524 West 4th Street
Logan, IA
 

Des Moines City Councilman Halley Griess Endorses Rick Santorum For President

DES MOINES CITY COUNCILMAN ENDORSES RICK SANTORUM FOR PRESIDENT
Des Moines City Councilman Halley Griess Joins The Fight!
 
Urbandale, IA - Republican Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum announced that he has received the endorsement of Des Moines, IA City Councilman Halley Griess.

Councilman Griess said, "Rick Santorum has worked harder than any other candidate in garnering the support of the voters I represent.  In visiting all 99 counties, and appearing in Iowa more frequently than any other candidate, it is clear that Rick Santorum cares about the individual voters and is willing to invest in the issues they care about.  He has clearly demonstrated that he will head to Washington with our families and small business owners in mind.  Rick Santorum best reflects the values of Iowa voters and I am honored today to give my support to him."

Senator Santorum said: "Iowans can't be bought by TV ads, Iowa votes must be earned. Councilman Griess knows this from his direct work with his constituents in Des Moines. Councilman Griess is a true public servant and I am thrilled to receive his endorsement today.  I look forward to working with Halley as we continue our momentum statewide and in Polk County."

Des Moines, IA City Councilman Halley Griess was elected to the Des Moines City Council in 2009, as the youngest serving Councilman in Des Moines' history at age 23.  He is the son of a self-employed, small business owner and a graduate of Drake University Law School.

Des Moines-area Minister, Rev. Terry Amann Endorses Rick Santorum for President

INFLUENTIAL DES MOINES-AREA MINISTER JOINS THE FIGHT WITH SANTORUM
 
Urbandale, IA - Republican Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum announced that he has received the endorsement of influential Des Moines-area minister, Rev. Terry Amann.

Rev. Terry Amann said: "I am a pastor at Walnut Creek Community Church in Windsor Heights. I also serve as a pastor to the board of directors of the Family Leader. I do not speak on behalf of these two organizations, but as a private and concerned citizen.

I have been involved in politics for several years, having worked with the Mike Huckabee presidential campaign during the 2008 election cycle, and with the Tim Pawlenty campaign earlier this year.

Today, I am enthusiastically endorsing Senator Rick Santorum for President of the United States.

Rick Santorum is a humble person of solid character and integrity. He has been a powerful advocate for the unborn, and he has been a strong voice and excellent example for traditional marriage. On all points, Rick Santorum is a solid conservative -- both socially and fiscally -- and he has the political record to prove it.  He also knows that we need to cut spending, cut taxes, and create jobs in order to stimulate the American economy. Senator Santorum is also well-versed in foreign policy. He understands the nuances and complexities of the Middle East, and of the threats posed by Islamic Jihad.

By visiting all 99 counties in our state, Rick Santorum has proven that he will do whatever it takes to get the job done. He will be a refreshing change in Washington. He is exactly what we need in a president. I urge all Iowans to carefully consider giving your support to Rick Santorum."

Senator Santorum said: "I am honored to receive the endorsement of Rev. Amann.  Terry is a true leader for traditional American family values not just in Des Moines, but throughout Iowa.  I am blessed to receive his vote of confidence today and look forward to working with him as we drive toward victory in the Iowa caucuses."

Rev. Terry Amann came to the Walnut Creek Community Church in 2007 and was recognized as a pastor in 2008.  Rev. Amann has served as pastor in three denominational churches prior to Walnut Creek, as well as serving as a jail and prison chaplain for several years.  Terry and his wife, Susan, are the proud parents of three daughters: Sarah, Rachel, and Samanthya.

Rick Santorum Continues His Campaign Swing Through Iowa December 12-16, 2011 #iacaucus

SANTORUM PUBLIC SCHEDULE DECEMBER 12 - 16
 
Urbandale, IA - Republican Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum will continue his campaign swing through to Iowa. All times are local.

Monday, December 12:

12:00pm CT: Senator Santorum will address employees of The Principal Financial Group in Des Moines, IA.

Location:

The Principal Group
711 High Street
Des Moines, IA

3:00pm CT: Senator Santorum will visit Cornell College in Mt. Vernon, IA.

Location:

Cornell College
Thomas Commons
Hedges Conference Room
610 Commons Circle
Mt. Vernon, IA

6:30pm CT: Senator Santorum will be the special guest at the Linn County Republican Christmas Party in Cedar Rapids, IA.

Location:

90 Twixt Town Road NE
Cedar Rapids, IA

Tuesday, December 13:

10:30am CT: Senator Santorum will host a "Faith, Family and Freedom" Town Hall meeting in Belle Plaine, IA

Location:

Lincoln Café
1214 8th Avenue
Belle Plain, IA

1:30pm CT: Senator Santorum will address employees of VGM & Associates in Waterloo, IA.

Location:

VGM & Associates
1111 West San Marnan Drive
Waterloo, IA

4:00pm CT: Senator Santorum will host a "Faith, Family and Freedom" Town Hall in Manchester, IA.

Location:

Fireside Pub & Steakhouse
205 South 12th Street
Manchester, IA

6:30pm CT: Senator Santorum will address the National Contract Management Association in Marion, IA. This event is open to the press, but not open to the general public.

Location:

Campbell Steele Gallery
1064 7th Avenue
Marion, IA

Wednesday, December 14:

7:15am CT: Senator Santorum will address the Westside Conservative Breakfast Club in Urbandale, IA.

Location:

Machine Shed
11151 Hickman Road
Urbandale, IA

9:00am CT:  Senator Santorum will address employees at Nationwide in Des Moines, IA.

Location:

Nationwide
1100 Locust Street
Des Moines, IA

12:15pm CT: Senator Santorum will visit with employees of Pioneer Hi-Bred in Johnston, IA.

Location:

Carver Conference Center
7000 NW 62nd Avenue
Johnston, IA

5:30pm CT: Senator Santorum will host a Christmas Party for supporters at the Rick Santorum for President Iowa Campaign Headquarters in Urbandale, IA.

Location:

Rick Santorum for President
11197 Aurora Avenue
Urbandale, IA

6:45pm CT: Senator Santorum will attend the premier of "The Gift of Life" in Des Moines, IA.

Location:

Hoyt Sherman Place
1501 Woodland Avenue
Des Moines, IA

Thursday, December 15:

8:00am CT: Senator Santorum will host a "Faith, Family and Freedom" Town Hall in Rockwell City, IA.

Location:

Dangie's Diner
125 East High Street
Rockwell City, IA

11:00am CT: Senator Santorum will host a "Faith, Family and Freedom" Town Hall in Sac City, IA.

Location:

Sac City Cattleman's Co.
508 West Main Street
Sac City, IA

2:30pm CT: Senator Santorum will host a "Faith, Family and Freedom" Town Hall in Holstein, IA.

Location:

Java Junkies
103 North Main Street
Holstein, IA

8:00pm CT: Senator Santorum will participate in the FOX News Republican Presidential Debate in Sioux City, IA.

Friday, December 16:

7:00pm CT: Senator Santorum will be the featured guest of a house party hosted by The Iowa Faith & Freedom Coalition at the home of David & Linda Holub in Sioux City, IA.

Location:

Home of David & Linda Holub
1218 46th Street
Sioux City, IA
 

Hogan Gidley, Rick Santorum National Communications Director Statement on Tonight's Debate in Des Moines, Iowa #IowaDebate

SANTORUM STANDS ABOVE THE FRAY, STANDS TALL FOR CONSERVATISM, AND SHOWS HE IS THE ONE CANDIDATE READY TO BE TRUSTED AS COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF
 
Des Moines, IA - Tonight, Republican Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum showed he was above the fray, the adult in the room, and the one candidate ready to lead the United States from day-one.

Hogan Gidley, National Communications Director, said: "Rick Santorum was the one candidate who stayed above the fray - answering the questions asked by outlining conservative solutions to the issues facing average Americans. Rick's momentum is undeniable and he's proving every day that he's a man you can trust to be the Commander in Chief. His record matches his rhetoric - Rick has consistently fought for conservatism and Rick has consistently won for conservatism. Rick's the real deal and the country got to see that tonight."

SANTORUM SAID:

On Distinguishing Job Creation Plan:

"I was just visiting Fremont County where they just lost hundreds of jobs from a ConAgra plant. Instances like that are why Governor Branstad and Lt. Governor Reynolds held a manufacturing forum in Pella, because the heartland of America is suffering. During my lifetime we've gone from 21% of people employed in manufacturing down to 9% today. Small town America is hurting. We need a plan to revitalize manufacturing, which is why I have called for the elimination of the corporate tax on manufacturers, repealing the bevy of regulations of the Obama Administration, and lower energy costs... I will not give you a jobs number, because government doesn't create jobs. I don't believe you can have a top down mentality. You create the petri dish and I don't need a government bean counter to tell me how many jobs we're going to create."

On Being A Consistent Conservative and Winning:

"This is not about what you say at the debate. In 1994, I was not supporting an individual mandate. I authored Medical Savings Accounts because I believe in a bottom up approach and I have never strayed. The record is important and what the question is was who is a consistent conservative. I would agree with Michele, but she's been fighting and losing. I have been fighting and won. I won and passed Welfare Reform. I was the leader on pro-life and pro-family issues. I went out and fought on national security, and imposed sanctions on Iran. I was there in good times and in bad. I was there, I led, and I won... I was in the minority and along with Jim Nussle we formed the Gang of Seven, and we won. We exposed the House Banking scandal and sent the Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee to jail. We figured out how to win, even though we were in the minority."

On Fidelity:

"Character counts, all of your record - personal and political. I would not say it is a disqualifier, people make mistakes, and people should hold you accountable. You are electing a leader, trust is everything, particularly in this election. I hear this all the time in Iowa, who can we trust? I have been married for 21 years, I have seven children. I have been consistent and I talk about my past."

On Israel/Palestine Dispute:

"You must speak the truth, but do so with prudence. We are in a real life situation, not an academic exercise. We need to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with our ally. We need to be working with the Israeli's, because they have the right to determine what they do with their land - and the West Bank is their land."

On His Upbringing and Family:

"I grew up in a modest home, and I was blessed with a mom and a dad who made the little things feel like luxuries. Today we see the family breaking down. Single parent households have poverty approaching 40%. Single moms are doing heroic work, but it's tough. We need to elevate the institution of marriage and the family. The most important luxury is a mom and a dad."

One Bringing People Together and An Opponent:

"I listened to Newt's (GOPAC) tapes as a young man and he laid out a vision for conservative governance. I ran in a tough environment. In 1990, I ran and won, and when I won, the Wall Street Journal called the RNC and the RNC didn't even know my name. In 2000, I won re-election in Pennsylvania in the same year that President Bush lost by 5%, I won by 6%. I've run as a conservative and won, I stuck by conservative principles."

Iowa’s Secretary Of State Matt Schultz Endorses Rick Santorum For President

IOWA’S SECRETARY OF STATE ENDORSES SANTORUM

Urbandale, IA – Today Republican Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum received the endorsement of Iowa Secretary of State Matt Schultz.  Schultz is the first Iowa statewide elected official to endorse a Republican presidential hopeful.  In 2008, Schultz endorsed Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney for President.

Senator Santorum said: “I am honored to receive Secretary of State Schultz’s endorsement today.  Matt is a rising conservative star, not just in Iowa but for the entire nation.  Matt built his own campaign for Secretary of State through grassroots campaigning and exciting activists – not through TV ads and occasional rallies in Des Moines.  Matt went door-to-door, coffee shop to coffee shop and won over the people of Iowa.  I learned from Matt Schultz how Iowa campaigns are run, and I am thrilled to have his vote of confidence today.  I am excited to work with Matt over the next month as we execute our plan to win the Iowa caucuses.”

Matt Schultz was elected in 2008 to Iowa’s Secretary of State.  Prior to his election in 2008, Schultz served on the Council Bluffs City Council from 2005 – 2008.  Schultz has been committed to public service his entire life, attaining the rank of Eagle Scout and a twoyear Mormon mission to Argentina.  Schultz holds an Associates Degree from BYU-Idaho, Bachelors Degree from the University of Iowa, and a Law Degree from Creighton University.  Schultz and his wife Zola are the proud parents of three children: Levi, Hyrum, and Kendra.

Rick Santorum Announces Additional Iowa Steering Committee Members

SANTORUM ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL IOWA STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS
New Members Include Iowa State Wrestling Champion, Iowa's National Committeewoman, Several Prominent Pastors and the Former ED of the Iowa State GOP
 
Urbandale, IA - Republican Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum announced additional members of his presidential campaign's Iowa Steering Committee.  These prominent Iowa activists are in addition to the nearly two dozen Steering Committee members announced this past Summer and the hundreds of Iowans who have signed up as Caucus Captains for the Santorum campaign.

Senator Santorum said: "I am thrilled to add this amazing group of influential conservative and faith leaders to my campaign's Iowa Steering Committee.  Their reach throughout the Hawkeye State will be a tremendous asset to our campaign and the momentum they are helping us build will be a key to our victory on January 3rd.  I am honored to have their endorsement today and their tireless efforts on behalf of our campaign for faith, family and freedom."

New members of the Santorum for President Iowa Steering Committee include:

Jim Gibbons is the former head wrestling coach at Iowa State University, where he led the Cyclones to the 1987 national championship, and was a three-time All-American and a 1981 national champion as well.  Since leaving Iowa State University, Gibbons has become active in Republican politics, most recently running for Congress and now an official in the Office of the Iowa Secretary of State. 

Chuck Laudner is the former Executive Director of the Iowa Republican Party and former Chief of Staff to Rep. Steve King (R-IA).

Kim Lehman is Iowa's Republican National Committeewoman and President of the John Paul II Stem Cell Research Institute.  Lehman previously served as President of Iowa Right to Life.

Pastor Cary Gordon is the pastor of Sioux City's Cornerstone Church and President of PeaceMakers Institute.  Pastor Gordon played a crucial role in the defeat of three Iowa Supreme Court justices in the 2010 elections.

State Senator Rob Bacon (R-Maxwell) serves on the Iowa State Senate Economic Growth/Rebuild Iowa, Human Resources, Local Government, and Veterans Affairs Committees.

Patti Brown is the Director of the Iowa Policy Institute.

Deb Foster is the former Chairwoman of the Iowa Federation of Republican Women.

Pastor Aaron Gunsaulus is the pastor of the Newton Christian Reformed Church in Newton, IA.

Linda Holub is a Woodbury County Republican Central Committee member as well as chairwoman of the Woodbury County Chapter of Concerned Women for America.  In 2008, Rep. Steve King (R-IA) named Holub his political volunteer of the year.

Lori Jungling is one of Iowa's leading social conservative activists, serving as former Governor Mike Huckabee's Iowa Director for his political action committee HuckPAC.

State Senator Tim Kapucian (R-Keystone) is the Assistant Republican Leader in the Iowa State Senate.  Kapucian is the past president of the Iowa Pork Producers.

Don Kass is former Republican Party County Chair for Plymouth County, Iowa.

State Representative Dawn Pettengill (R-Mt. Auburn) is a former mayor and city council person of Mt. Auburn.

State Representative Walt Rodgers (R-Cedar Falls) also sits on the board of the Safe and Drug Free Committee, Alternatives Pregnancy Center, My Waterloo Days and Love Cedar Valley.

Jerry Tweeten is the Republican Party County Chair for Winnebago County, Iowa.

Mona Yentes is a well-respected pro-life, pro-family activist who has served as Legislative Director to Iowa Right to Life and Legislative Liaison to Iowa Association of Christian Schools.

In addition to the names noted above, the following Iowa conservative leaders were previously named to the Santorum for President Iowa Steering Committee:

· Bill Brown (Polk County)
· Ed Bull (Marion County)
· Rochelle Burnett (Polk County)
· Karen Fesler (Johnson County)
· Joan Flanders (Muscatine County)
· Rob Gettemy (Linn County)
· Cody Hoefert (Lyon County)
· Kevin Hollinger (Kossuth County)
· Scott Hurd (Story County)
· Susan Hurd (Story County)
· Jenn Jones (Jones County)
· Chad Kluver (Scott County)
· Jill Kluver (Scott County)
· Mark LaRette (Muscatine County)
· Terry Moran (Woodbury County)
· John Lillis (Woodbury County)
· LeaAnn Saul (Black Hawk County)
· Gale Severson (Clayton County)
· Luana Stoltenberg (Scott County)
· Emily Waund (O'Brien County)
· Rosemary Wilson (Story County)

Rick Santorum Iowa Schedule December 8-13, 2011, Campaign To Make Major Announcement Friday In Des Moines *Updated

SANTORUM PUBLIC SCHEDULE DECEMBER 8 - 13
Campaign To Make Major Announcement Friday In Des Moines
 
Urbandale, IA - Republican Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum will return to Iowa on Thursday, December 8th, with a major campaign announcement to be made in the Des Moines-area on the evening of December 9th.

All times are local:

Thursday, December 8:

6:30pm CT: Senator Santorum will be the special guest at a house party hosted by Ron & Beck Herrig in Dubuque, IA.

Location:

Home of Ron & Becky Herrig
9253 Route 52 South
Dubuque, IA

Friday, December 9:

6:00pm CT:      Senator Santorum will receive the endorsement of Iowa Secretary of State Matt Schultz. Matt Schultz was elected in 2010 to Iowa's Secretary of State.  Prior to his election in 2008, Schultz served on the Council Bluffs City Council from 2005 - 2011.  Schultz is the first statewide Iowa Republican elected official to endorse a candidate for President.

Location:

Stoney Creek Inn
5291 Stoney Creek Court
Johnston, IA

8:00pm CT: Senator Santorum will appear on FOX News' "Hannity."

Saturday, December 10:

8:30am CT: Senator Santorum will host a "Faith, Family and Freedom" Town Hall meeting in Jefferson, IA.

Location:

Abundant Life Ministries
1308 West Lincoln Way
Jefferson, IA

11:30pm CT: Senator Santorum and several of his children will visit Howells Tree Farm in Cumming, IA.

Location:

Howells Tree Farm
3129 Howell Court
Cumming, IA

2:00pm CT: Senator Santorum will participate in a Veterans Presidential Candidate Forum in Des Moines, IA.

Location:

Varsity Theater
1275 25th Street
Des Moines, IA

8:00pm CT: Senator Santorum will participate in the ABC News/Des Moines Register Republican Presidential Debate in Des Moines, IA.

Location:

Drake University
Sheslow Auditorium
2507 University Avenue
Des Moines, IA

Sunday, December 11:

11:00am CT: Senator Santorum will visit the Tabernacle Baptist Church in Coralville, IA.

Location:

Tabernacle Baptist Church
2050 12th Avenue
Coralville, IA

1:00pm CT: Senator Santorum will visit the Amana Colonies in Amana, IA.

Location:

Amana Woolen Mill
800 48th Avenue
Amana, IA

6:30pm CT: Senator Santorum will be the special guest at a house party hosted by the Mitchell Family in Robins, IA.

Location:

The Mitchell Family Home
570 Evergreen Lane
Robins, IA

Monday, December 12:

12:00pm CT: This event is not open to the general public and media must be credentialed for admission.

Location:

The Principal Group
711 High Street
Des Moines, IA

3:00pm CT: Senator Santorum will visit Cornell College in Mt. Vernon, IA.

Location:

Cornell College
Thomas Commons
Hedges Conference Room
610 Commons Circle
Mt. Vernon, IA

6:30pm CT: Senator Santorum will be the special guest at the Linn County Republican Christmas Party in Cedar Rapids, IA.

Location:

90 Twixt Town Road NE
Cedar Rapids, IA

Tuesday, December 13:

10:30am CT: Senator Santorum will host a "Faith, Family and Freedom" Town Hall meeting in Belle Plaine, IA

Location:

Lincoln Café
1214 8th Avenue
Belle Plain, IA

1:30pm CT: Senator Santorum will visit VGM & Associates in Waterloo, IA.

Location:

VGM & Associates
1111 West San Marnan Drive
Waterloo, IA

4:00pm CT: Senator Santorum will host a "Faith, Family and Freedom" Town Hall in Manchester, IA.

Location:

Fireside Pub & Steakhouse
205 South 12th Street
Manchester, IA

6:30pm CT: Senator Santorum will address the National Contract Management Association in Marion, IA.

Location:

Campbell Steele Gallery
1064 7th Avenue
Marion, IA

Rick Santorum to Hold Meet and Greet at Ferrari’s, Speech at UNI in Cedar Falls, Iowa on December 9, 2011 #iacaucus

Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum to Hold Meet and Greet Before UNI Speech on December 9, 2011
 
Presidential Candidate, Rick Santorum, will be holding meet and greet before his speech to UNI .

Meet and Greet at:

Ferrari’s Restaurant, 1521 Technology Parkway, Cedar Falls, Friday, December 9 at 8:00am.

Speech

UNI

Rick Santorum Releases Print Ad In Major Iowa Newspapers

AMERICA SURRENDERS. NOT ON MY WATCH!
Santorum Releases Print Ad In Major Iowa Newspapers

Urbandale, IA - Republican Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum has released print ads in several major Iowa newspapers - including The Des Moines Register - declaring that he will not surrender America on Social Issues.

In the advertisement, Rick Santorum proclaims that as President, he will never call a truce on traditional American values, because he knows that a truce really means surrender. Rick Santorum will protect faith, family and freedom because he believes that's what makes America exceptional. It's not just our economic potential, it's the fact that our nation is a moral enterprise - and Rick Santorum will protect America's moral foundation, empower American families and build America's economic freedom.