2016 Presidential Campaign Blog

What They Are Saying About Marco Rubio at the CNN Reagan Library Debate Part 2

Everyone Agrees: Marco "Clear Winner"

Stephen Hayes: Marco Rubio the Clear Winner

@HotlineJosh: Three clear winners, IMO: 1) Fiorina; 2) Rubio; 3) Christie.

@TheFix: Best: Fiorina, Cruz, Rubio

@WillCarrFNC: Winners - Fiorina, Rubio, who else?? #GOPDebate
Rich Lowry: Rubio is very good. Every single answer got applause. He is such a smooth communicator.
 

Fox News’ Carl Cameron: Marco Rubio a short while ago went on a lengthy foreign policy discussion and showed that he, too, has a lot to offer in terms of international relations.
 

TWEETS...
@JohnKingCNN: Incoming from conservative activists so far: @CarlyFiorina @marcorubio getting ++ reviews.
@MedvedShow: For the second half of the debate, could any of the others touch @MarcoRubio in terms of substance, fluency, passion? Bravo, Marco!
@EWErickson: Rubio is just hitting home runs all night.
@SykesCharlie: Unscientific poll of American women: my wife is pretty jazzed about Fiorina and Rubio.

@JeffreyGoldberg: Rubio and Fiorina seem to have done well for themselves tonight.
@FinnyGo: . Both @marcorubio & @CarlyFiorina showed real strength in their debate performances  tonight in Ronald Reagan's Simi Valley. #GOPDebate

ON FOREIGN POLICY...
International Business Times: “Marc continues to win points on stage during the GOP presidential debates. Rubio's remarks on foreign policy earned him praise from pundits Wednesday night during a prime-time debate moderated by CNN. Asked about the Syria intervention, Rubio said he opposed Obama's use of force in the past because the tactics are a "pin prick." Instead, he said the military is designed to use more force and ‘should only be engaged to win.’ ‘We are not going to authorize use of force if you're not putting the [US military] in a position to win,’ Rubio said. Pundits applauded the impassioned response about the US military. ‘Rubio also admirably passionate on putting our troops abroad in a position to win,’ Ann Coulter tweeted.” (International Business Times, 09/16/15)
FOREIGN POLICY TWEETS…
@ABCPolitics: .@MarcoRubio emphasizes importance of foreign policy knowledge in #GOPDebate

@JohnRoberts: @MarcoRubio showing strong command of foreign policy and not afraid to voice his opinion about what he believes is the right thing to do

@RalstonReports: Rubio is crushing it. And he's right: Ask Trump detailed foreign policy questions as his new best friend Hugh did.

@SethAMandel: On foreign policy, it's Rubio's show. No surprise there, but there's no one on that stage that comes close.

What They Are Saying About Marco Rubio at the CNN Reagan Library Debate

What They Are Saying About Marco Rubio at the CNN Reagan Library Debate

The Weekly Standard: Marco Rubio Dominates on Foreign Policy

@KevinMaddenDC: This Marco Rubio on stage tonight strikes the most fear in Democrats re: a general election. #CNNDebate

@RichLowry: Rubio has been good when he's gotten a chance, about 3 times by my count

@charlescwcooke: The former hasn’t spoken much tonight. But for my money the long-term winners of this debate are Marco Rubio and Carly Fiorina.

@GeraldFSeib: Marco Rubio hasn't had many openings in this debate, but he has seized them pretty well.

@HotlineJosh: Rubio, not getting many pitches. But two home runs -- both on f policy.

Watch Marco Rubio: My Grandfather Taught Me The American Dream In Spanish
 

@tobyharnden: Powerful almost spine-tingling moment for Rubio as he talks about his Spanish-speaking grandfather. Can see why Clintonland fears him.

@StephenFHayes: Rubio just stole the Spanish-language exchange between Bush/Trump and made it a moment.

@JeffZeleny: We interrupt this Trump-Bush fight for @marcorubio to inject an optimistic page from his biography.  He wins this moment. #CNNDebate

@EdMorrissey: Very good answer from Rubio on using Spanish on the campaign trail. "I want them to hear from me, not a Univision translator."

Marco Rubio Town Hall in Davenport, Iowa on September 24, 2015

Marco Rubio Town Hall in Davenport, Iowa on September 24, 2015

Modern Woodmen Park
209 S Gaines Street
Davenport, IA 52802

Thursday, September 24, 2015 at 6:00 PM (CDT)

Where:
Champions Club at Modern Woodmen Park
S 209 Gaines St, Davenport

When: 6:00pm doors open and event starts at 6:30pm on September 24, 2015

Join Senator Marco Rubio for town hall inside Modern Woodman Park at the Champions Club on Thursday, September 24. Doors open at 6:00 pm and the remarks with begin at 6:30 pm. Each guest is required to RSVP for all Marco Rubio for President events. If you are unable to RSVP via Eventbrite, onsite registration will be available (pending venue capacity) at the door

Marco Rubio Speaks at Heritage Action Forum in South Carolina on Friday, September 18, 2015

Marco Rubio Speaks at Heritage Action Forum in South Carolina on Friday, September 18, 2015

On Friday, September 18, Marco Rubio will be at Heritage Action for America’s Take Back America candidate forum in Greenville, South Carolina. Marco will discuss his vision for building a New American Century at the event co-hosted by South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley and former South Carolina Senator Jim DeMint.

Event Details:

When: 6:50pm ET, September 18, 2015

Where: Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 North Academy Street, Greenville, SC 29601

Marco Rubio Proposes Higher Education Reforms in Des Moines Register Op-Ed and New Video

Marco Rubio Proposes Higher Education Reforms in Des Moines Register Op-Ed and New Video

In today's Des Moines Register and in a new video, Marco Rubio is detailing his plans to overhaul higher education in America. The video and op-ed come as President Obama visits Des Moines today to discuss the growing costs of higher education in America.

Below is today's op-ed:

Our current higher education system is outdated and fundamentally broken. It is too expensive, too time consuming, and too difficult to access. Unfortunately, the ideas President Obama will offer in Des Moines today do nothing to deal with the underlying problems in the current system. Instead, they would double-down on Washington’s failed strategy of spending more taxpayer money on the same outdated model. This will not be good enough.

While higher education was merely an option for most Americans in the last century, today it is a necessity for nearly everyone. This is because our economy has fundamentally changed. Technology has replaced many low-skilled jobs, and the higher-paying jobs of tomorrow require more advanced skills than ever before. To make the 21st century an American century, we must bring higher education within reach of all.

With so many new ways to share and access knowledge, there is no reason our people should still have to spend tens of thousands of dollars and four years on a campus to earn degrees. It's time for Washington to embrace the 21st century. As president, rather than attempting to simply cover the symptoms of high tuition rates, I will fundamentally overhaul higher education to change how we provide degrees, how those degrees are accessed, how much that access costs, how those costs are paid, and even how those payments are determined.

First, I will reform our accreditation system to welcome low-cost, innovative higher education providers, which are currently being blocked by the existing institutions that control accreditation. This will transform higher education by exposing it to the market forces of choice and competition. The needs of students will become the primary driving force. As more affordable and accessible providers enter, existing colleges and universities will be forced to lower their prices to stay competitive.

Next, I will help students and families earn the right degree at the right price from the right institution for them. I’ll require schools to tell students how much they can expect to earn with a given degree before they take out the loans to pay for it. I will open financial aid programs that allow working students to go to school at night, online, and on weekends. I will make career and vocational education more widespread, even allowing high school students like those President Obama will be speaking to today to graduate with a certification to instantly enter a good-paying career.
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Read the full op-ed here.

Marco Rubio's Statement on Rick Perry Announcement

Marco Rubio's Statement on Rick Perry Announcement

Marco Rubio issued the following statement today after Governor Rick Perry announced he is suspending his presidential campaign:

"Governor Perry has dedicated his entire life to his family, friends, and Jesus Christ. He served in the United States Air Force and as governor of Texas with distinction, and I have no doubt that his service to our nation is not over. I commend him for running an honorable, positive campaign, and wish the best to him and his family."

Marco Rubio Meets with Iowa Voters in Ankeny and Ames on September 11-12, 2015

Marco Rubio Meets with Iowa Voters on September 11-12, 2015

Today, at 5:30pm CT, Marco Rubio will be at Firetrucker Brewery in Ankeny, Iowa to meet with voters and share his vision for building a New American Century.

Tomorrow, September 12, Marco will be in Ames to tailgate at the Cy-Hawk game between the University of Iowa and Iowa State University. Marco will be joined by his state chairman and former Cyclone football player Jack Whitver and a special guest. Marco will start in lot D4 at 10:30am CT, and make stops at various lots throughout the afternoon.

Meet and Greet with Marco:
When: 5:30pm CT, September 11, 2015
Where: Firetrucker Brewery, 716 SW 3rd St, Ankeny, IA 50023

Cy-Hawk Tailgate:
When: 10:30am CT, September 12, 2015
Where: Jack Trice Stadium; Lot D4 on the corner of 4th Street and University Boulevard

Marco Rubio to Tailgate at Cy-Hawk Game in Ames, Iowa on Saturday, September 12, 2015

Marco Rubio to Tailgate at Cy-Hawk Game in Ames, Iowa on Saturday, September 12, 2015

On Saturday, September 12, Marco Rubio will be in Ames, Iowa to tailgate at the Cy-Hawk game between the University of Iowa and Iowa State University. Marco will be joined by his state chairman and former Cyclone football player Jack Whitver and a special guest as he meets with Iowa voters prior to the state's biggest college football game of the year.

Marco will start in lot D4 at 10:30am CT, and make stops at various lots throughout the afternoon.

Cy-Hawk Tailgate:
When: 10:30am CT, September 12, 2015
Where: Jack Trice Stadium; Lot D4 on the corner of 4th Street and University Boulevard

New Documentary Tells Story of Marco Rubio's 2010 Campaign

New Documentary Tells Story of Marco Rubio's Historic 2010 Campaign

Today, the Marco Rubio for President campaign released a new mini-documentary about Marco's historic 2010 Senate campaign. Trailing in the polls and opposed by the Republican establishment, Marco won the Republican primary and general election after inspiring grassroots conservatives.



The new documentary shows rare footage of Marco on the campaign trail in 2009, following his campaign from the early days as an underdog until his historic victory in November 2010.

Marco Rubio Campaigns in New Hampshire on Tuesday, September 8, 2015

Marco Rubio Campaigns in New Hampshire on Tuesday, September 8, 2015

This Tuesday, September 8, Marco Rubio will return to New Hampshire to meet with voters at Robie's Country Store in Hooksett and the Historical Society of Cheshire County. While in New Hampshire, Marco will share his vision for building a New American Century.

Meet and Greet with Marco:
When: 8:00am ET, Tuesday, September 8, 2015
Where: Robie’s Country Store, 9 Riverside Street, Hooksett, NH 03106

Town Hall in Keene:
When: 12:00pm ET, Tuesday, September 8, 2015
Where: The Historical Society of Cheshire County, 264 Main Street, Keene, NH 03431