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Tim Pawlenty Announces 2011 Ames Straw Poll Activities, Famous Dave's, Dairy Queen, The Nadas

Tim Pawlenty Announces 2011 Ames Straw Poll Activities

URBANDALE — Gov. Tim Pawlenty's supporters at the Ames Straw Poll will hear two popular bands while eating BBQ and ice cream inside his tent, the Pawlenty campaign announced today.

Governor Pawlenty's tent will feature the popular American Christian worship band SONICFLOOd and local favorites The Nadas. Famous Dave's BBQ will provide meals, and the campaign will offer Dairy Queen Blizzards.

"I am excited SONICFLOOd and The Nadas are joining us for this fun and important day," Gov. Pawlenty said. "I'm looking forward to enjoying an afternoon of great music and food with family, friends and supporters. I know what a commitment it is for our supporters to spend the day at the Straw Poll and we want to make it fun and enjoyable. The Ames Straw Poll is an important benchmark in the process of electing our next president, and I'm confident our campaign will show we have built a strong foundation in preparation for the caucus."

Iowans can join Gov. Pawlenty by signing up at IowaStrawPoll2011.com. Gov. Pawlenty is scheduled to speak to Straw Poll attendees inside the Hilton Coliseum at approximately 1:30 p.m. CDT.

Pawlenty for President Continues "Road to Results" Tour to More Than 20 Iowa Cities

Pawlenty for President Continues "Road to Results" Tour to More Than 20 Iowa Cities

MINNEAPOLIS -- Republican presidential candidate Gov. Tim Pawlenty today announced an 8-day "Road to Results" tour across Iowa ending at the Ames Straw Poll on August 13. The tour beginning this Friday will cover 1,366 miles through 26 cities in 21 counties. The Governor has already traveled over 1,480 miles across Iowa since Monday, July 18, meeting over 1,600 Iowans at more than 30 town halls and meet-and-greets.

"As I have traveled across the state over the last two weeks, Iowans have voiced their frustration with President Obama and his failure to tackle our nation's fiscal problems and create jobs," Gov. Pawlenty said. "I'm working hard to meet as many Iowans as possible to share my record of conservative success in Minnesota. I believe Iowans are ready for a president with the courage to not just talk about solutions, but who actually has a record of results. At every stop of this tour, I will offer substantive solutions to overcome our nation's economic hurdles."

You can track Gov. Pawlenty's "Road to Results" tour here.

Friday, August 5, 2011

Mason City Meet and Greet Clarion Inn, 2101 4th Street SW (Highway 122W), Mason City, Iowa 50401 8:30 a.m. CDT

Black Hawk County GOP Women's Lunch Beck's Sports Brewery, 3295 University Avenue, Waterloo, Iowa 50701

11:30 a.m. CDT

Dyersville Meet and Greet County Junction, 913 15th Avenue SE, Dyersville, Iowa 52040 1:30 p.m. CDT

Manchester Meet and Greet Pizza Ranch, 1100 West Main Street, Manchester, Iowa 52057 3:30 p.m. CDT

5 County Fundraiser Clear Creek Amana High School, 311 West Marengo Road, Tiffin, Iowa 52340 7:00 p.m. CDT

Saturday, August 6, 2011

Grinnell Meet and Greet Poweshiek County GOP HQ, 901 Main Street, Grinnell, Iowa 50112 9:30 a.m. CDT

Spirit Fest Concert Jordan Park Camp, 2251 Fuller Road, West Des Moines, Iowa 50265 11:30 a.m. CDT

Jewell House Party Home of Rick and Janet Young, 525 Edwards Street, Jewell, Iowa 50130 2:30 p.m. CDT

Grundy Meet and Greet Johnny Ray's All-American Grill, 2103 Commerce Drive, Grundy Center, Iowa 50638 4:30 p.m. CDT

Monday, August 8, 2011

Visit with Viking Magazine Employees Viking, 715 E Lincoln Way, Ames, Iowa, 50010 10:00 a.m. CDT

Johnston Meet and Greet Rich's Brew, 5800 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, Iowa 50131 4:00 p.m. CDT

IFFC House Party Home of Jim and Rhonda Dilley, 2092 NW 134th Street, Clive, Iowa 50325 5:30 p.m. CDT

Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Sully Meet and Greet Coffee Cup Café, 616 4th Avenue, Sully, Iowa 50251 8:00 a.m. CDT

Family Research Council Action, National Organization for Marriage, and Susan B. Anthony List Values Bus Tour Kickoff Iowa State Capitol, West West Capitol Terrace, 400 Finkbine Drive, Des Moines, Iowa 50319 10:10 a.m. CDT

Boone Meet and Greet Boone Public Library, 702 Greene Street, Boone, Iowa 50036 1:00 p.m. CDT

Chantland-MHS Visit and Tour Chantland-MHS, 2512 Lincoln Avenue, Humboldt, Iowa 50548 3:30 p.m. CDT

Humboldt GOP Meeting 311 6th Ave. North, Humboldt, Iowa 50548 6:00 p.m. CDT

Fort Dodge Picnic Kennedy Park - Bob Huen Shelter, 1415 Nelson Avenue (2 miles north of Fort Dodge Airport), Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501 7:00 p.m. CDT

Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Adel Meet and Greet Brick Street Books & Café, 803 Main Street, Adel, Iowa 50010 8:00 a.m. CDT

Winterset Meet and Greet Northside Café, 61 E Jefferson Street, Winterset, Iowa 50273 10:00 a.m. CDT

Atlantic Town Hall Family Table Restaurant, 609 West 7th Street, Atlantic, Iowa 50022 12:30 p.m. CDT

Harlan Town Hall Pizza Ranch - Harlan, 613 Court Street, Harlan, Iowa 51537 2:30 p.m. CDT

Denison Town Hall Cronk's Café, 812 4th Avenue South (Junction of Highways 30 & 59), Denison, Iowa 51442 4:30 p.m. CDT

Ames Rally Zekes, 3329 Lincoln Way, Ames, Iowa 50014 7:00 p.m. CDT

Thursday, August 11, 2011

Republican Party of Iowa, FOX News Channel and Washington Examiner Iowa Debate C.Y. Stephens Auditorium, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa 50011 7:00 p.m. CDT

Friday, August 12, 2011

Guest Pork Chef at Iowa Pork Producers Association Booth Iowa Pork Producers Association Booth, Iowa State Fairground, East 30th Street and East University Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa 50317 11:00 a.m. CDT

Soap Box at Des Moines Register Booth Des Moines Register Booth, Iowa State Fairground, East 30th Street and East University Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa 50317 12:30 p.m. CDT

Soap Box at RPI Booth RPI Booth, Iowa State Fairground, East 30th Street and East University Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa 50317 2:30 p.m. CDT

College Students for Pawlenty Pizza Party Greek Triangle, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa 50011 5:30 p.m. CDT

Pawlenty For President Announces 29 Iowa County Chairs

Pawlenty for President Announces 29 Iowa County Chairs

URBANDALE – Gov. Tim Pawlenty today released the names of 29 Iowa county chairs, underscoring his growing organizational strength in the state that holds the first-in-the-nation caucuses to launch the battle for the 2012 Republican presidential nomination.

“I am honored to have such strong leadership at the grassroots level, which will be crucial to the success of my campaign in Iowa," Gov. Pawlenty said. “I'm grateful to these individuals for serving as leaders in their communities and for sharing my vision to rein in federal spending, reduce job-killing regulations and repeal President Obama’s costly, government-mandated health care legislation.”

"We're excited to welcome this accomplished group of activists to our team," Senior Political Advisor Sarah Huckabee Sanders said. "As Gov. Pawlenty spends more time in the state, his message and fiscal vision for our countryis increasingly resonating with Iowans,attracting the best talent to join his organization."

Members of Pawlenty’s county-level leadership team include:

•BLACK HAWK COUNTY – Don Kuhle, Cedar Falls

•CEDAR COUNTY – John Kaufmann, Wilton

•CERRO GORDO COUNTY – Gabe Haugland

•DALLAS COUNTY – Tyler DeHaan, Urbandale

•DUBUQUE COUNTY – Jim Heavens, Dyersville

•EMMET COUNTY – Kimberly Hageman, Estherville

•FAYETTE COUNTY – Jim Kirkpatrick, Fayette

•GUTHRIE COUNTY – David Stolp, Panora

•HAMILTON COUNTY – Ann Hampken, Williams

•HANCOCK COUNTY – Gerald Edgar, Garner

•HARRISON COUNTY – Charles Petterson, Persia

•HENRY COUNTY – Jenny Turner, Mount Pleasant

•JASPER COUNTY – Mark Parriott, Newton

•JOHNSON COUNTY – Joe Kippley, Iowa City

•LINN COUNTY – Eric Rosenthal, Cedar Rapids

•MAHASKA COUNTY – Lawrence Rouw, New Sharon

•MARSHALL COUNTY – Kerry Jech, Marshalltown

•MILLS COUNTY – Tyler Mahood, Glenwood

•MUSCATINE COUNTY – John Kaufmann, Wilton

•POLK COUNTY – Matt McDermott, West Des Moines

•SCOTT COUNTY – Jeanita McNulty, Blue Grass

•SIOUX COUNTY – Mick Snieder, Orange City

•STORY COUNTY – Jeremy Davis, Ames

•WAPELLO COUNTY – Blake Smith, Ottumwa

•WARREN COUNTY – Susan Geddes, Indianola

•WASHINGTON COUNTY – Tricia Lipski, Washington

•WEBSTER COUNTY – Ed Touney, Fort Dodge

•WINNEBAGO COUNTY – Jerry Tweeten, Forest City

•WOODBURY COUNTY – Paul Baker, Sioux City

Tim Pawlenty In Hockey Jersey Photo From Pucks and Pizza Event #iacaucus #tpaw Urbandale, Iowa July 22, 2011

Pawlenty for President Hockey Jersey
 
"Even in the midst of a hectic campaign, I believe it is still important to have some fun. So last week, I took a break from the campaign trail to play a game of pickup hockey in Iowa. I may not be Wayne Gretzky, but I certainly held my own, including scoring a goal.
 
Before suiting up, my Iowa team presented me with a terrific gift for the game: a personalized Pawlenty for President hockey jersey. Given the high demand of inquiries about my jersey, I wanted to let you know that they are now available for purchase as a way to show your support for my campaign.
 
For each $100 contribution you make online between today and Sunday, July 31st at Midnight, you will get your very own personalized Pawlenty for President hockey jersey. Each jersey will be custom-stitched and personalized with your name and favorite number on the back.

The Iowa Straw Poll is in just over two weeks, and we need your support. Please use the form below to make your most generous contribution of $100, $250, or $500, and remember to fill out the details to let us customize your jersey. I look forward to seeing you in your Pawlenty for President hockey jersey!

 
- Tim Pawlenty

 

What They Are Saying: Iowans Talk About Governor Pawlenty's Record Of Results Tour

What They Are Saying: Iowans Talk About Governor Pawlenty's Record of Results Tour

“‘I’m a typical cynic of government,’ Blake said, but when Pawlenty decided to run, she ‘got excited’ about his presidency. ‘I know he can be a great president because he’s used to facing many obstacles,’ she said. Pam Larson, 65, is retired and lives in Ankeny. Prior to tonight, she wasn’t necessarily a Pawlenty fan, but had started doing research on the candidates…. ‘I think his ideas are pretty close to how I feel,’ Larson said. ‘I was very impressed tonight with his sincerity and he was down to earth.’ Larson said…as of tonight, she will be heading to Ames in a few weeks to vote for Pawlenty in the straw poll.”

-By Jarrett Schneider, Ankeny Patch, July 27, 2011

http://ankeny.patch.com/articles/pawlenty-knocks-obama-on-debt-crisis

“Roger Rowland, 63, of West Des Moines, said he has seen Pawlenty speak several times this summer. The passion Pawlenty showed Wednesday moved him to the top of candidates he’s considering supporting at the straw poll next month, he said. ‘I would say listening to him today his stock goes up in my eye,’ Rowland said. ‘I think he’s improved his ability to really show passion. I think it’s been there, but I think he’s doing a more effective job of showing it.’ Steve Block, 40, of Des Moines said he signed up to support Pawlenty in the straw poll, because of his experience as governor. ‘He’s to the point. He doesn’t sugarcoat a lot of things. I think that’s what the country needs,’ he said.”

-By Jens Krogstad, Des Moines Register, July 27, 2011

http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/07/27/pawlenty-pokes-fun-at-obamas-hidden-entitlement-reforms/

“Pawlenty drew an overflow crowd Tuesday afternoon, a strong showing for a candidate who has struggled at times to gain traction in Iowa.”

-By Matt Milner, The Ottumwa Courier, July 27, 2011

http://ottumwacourier.com/local/x2057650789/Pawlenty-not-taking-Iowa-lightly

“John

 

Kaufmann, 19, of Wilton, said he was inspired by Pawlenty’s life story and speech…‘He’s very honest and strong in his convictions, and even if I don’t agree with him I appreciate that in a candidate,’ Kaufmann said. Kaufmann is convinced enough on Pawlenty’s stance on the issues to travel to Ames in three weeks for the Straw Poll. ‘He absolutely has my vote,’ Kaufmann said.”

-By Joe Jarosz, Muscatine Journal, July 25, 2011

http://www.muscatinejournal.com/news/local/government-and-politics/elections/article_c5e1e666-b72b-11e0-b067-001cc4c002e0.html

“Tiny Searsboro, Iowa, was a political hotbed Saturday. Five presidential campaigns, three official and two unofficial, descended on the town of 155 residents for a gun rights rally, trying to appeal to the overwhelmingly conservative attendees. The event, sponsored by the Iowa Firearms Coalition and NRA, swelled the town’s population to well over 500, despite inclement weather. Tim Pawlenty was the only presidential candidate to speak at the event. Donning an NRA cap, Pawlenty’s brief speech was well received by the crowd.”

-By Kevin Hall, The Iowa Republican, July 24, 2011

http://theiowarepublican.com/2011/campaigns-try-to-woo-gun-rights-enthusiasts/

“Amateur hockey player and former Minnesota governor Tim Pawlenty strapped up his skates and hit the ice for a pickup game of hockey at the Metro Ice Sports Facility inUrbandale on Friday. ‘Tee-Paw, Tee-Paw,’ a gaggle of youth hockey players chanted, holding Pawlenty campaign signs as the candidate entered the arena. He wore a navy blue jersey with his campaign insignia and a '12' on the back, the year of his hopeful election. The front of the jersey had “C,” for captain.”

-By Josh Hafner, Des Moines Register, July 22, 2011

http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/07/22/6412/

“Matt Kypta, 24, of West Des Moines…did sign up to vote for Pawlenty in the straw poll. ‘I think he’s the best combination of fiscal conservatism and electibility,’ said Kypta. ‘In times like this, if you’re the Republican candidate and you want to win, you’ve got to get the independents to swing back…’”

- By Matt Wiser, Quad-City Times, July 20, 201

http://m.qctimes.com/mobile/news/local/government-and-politics/elections/article_cb126d72-b348-11e0-9766-001cc4c03286.html

Tim Pawlenty Pucks and Pizza Photos #iacaucus #tpaw Urbandale, Iowa July 22, 2011 3 of 3

Florida Legislators Endorse Pawlenty for President

Florida Legislators Endorse Pawlenty for President

MINNEAPOLIS — Pawlenty for President today announced the endorsement of 11 members of the Florida House of Representatives. The state representatives will join Speaker Designate Will Weatherford and future leaders Rep. Chris Dorworth and Rep. Richard Corcoran in their efforts to lead Gov. Pawlenty's efforts in the Sunshine State.

“I am honored by the support of this accomplished group of legislators," Gov. Pawlenty said.  "This is a geographically diverse group with the ability to unite the Florida conservative movement and appeal to various parts of the party.  I look forward to working with them as they help convey my pro-growth message and record of results to Floridians." 

The list of new Florida legislators endorsing Gov. Pawlenty includes:

•Rep. Janet Adkins, Fernandina Beach
•Rep. Ben Albritton, Wauchula
•Rep. Frank Artiles, Miami
•Rep. Jason Brodeur,  Sanford
•Rep. James Grant, Tampa
•Rep. Ana Rivas Logan, Miami
•Rep. Jeanette Nunez,  Miami
•Rep. Jose Oliva, Miami
•Rep. Scott Plakon, Longwood
•Rep. John Tobia, Melbourne
•Rep. Carlos Trujillo, Miami

Tim Pawlenty Pucks and Pizza Photos #iacaucus #tpaw Urbandale, Iowa July 22, 2011 2 of 3

Tim Pawlenty Pucks and Pizza Photos #iacaucus Urbandale, Iowa July 22, 2011 1 of 3

Tim Pawlenty Previews New Iowa Ad "The Only Candidate" In Email To Supporters