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Marco Rubio To Meet with Iowa Republicans, Speak at Joni Ernst's Roast and Ride on Saturday, June 6, 2015

Marco Rubio To Meet with Iowa Republicans, Speak at Ernst's Roast and Ride on Saturday, June 6, 2015

On Saturday, June 6, Marco Rubio will meet with grassroots activists at a meet and greet in Ames, Iowa. Following the meet and greet, Marco will attend Senator Joni Ernst's 1st annual Roast and Ride event, where he will discuss his vision for rebuilding A New American Century through innovative 21st century conservative ideas.

Event details:

Remarks at Grassroots Meet and Greet:

• When: 10:00 am CT, June 6, 2015
• Where: Suffolk Boardroom, 2609 University Blvd, Ames, IA

Remarks at Senator Joni Ernst's Roast and Ride Event:

• When: Approximately 2:50pm CT, June 6, 2015
• Where: Central Iowa Expo, 1827 217th Street, Boone, IA

Marco Rubio to Make First Campaign Trip to Nevada on May 28-29, 2015

Marco Rubio to Make First Campaign Trip to Nevada on May 28-29, 2015

In his first visit to Nevada as a presidential candidate, Marco Rubio will discuss his vision for America with local entrepreneurs and GOP activists. On Thursday, May 28, Marco will visit with Rick Harrison, star of History's Pawn Stars and owner of the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop. On Friday, May 29, Marco will participate in a roundtable discussion with local tech startups, followed by a visit with conservative activists.

Visit with Rick Harrison at the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop:
•When: 2:00pm PDT, May 28, 2015
•Where: World Famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop, 713 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Tech Startup Roundtable at Switch Innevation Center:
•When: 10:25am PDT, May 29, 2015
•Where: 6795 S. Edmond Street, Las Vegas, NV 89118

Visit with GOP Activists:
•When: 2:00pm PDT, May 29, 2015
•Where: 2702 Lake Ridge Shores East, Reno, NV 89502

Marco Rubio Meet and Greet Event on Saturday June 6, 2015 in Ames, Iowa,

Marco Rubio Meet and Greet Event on Saturday June 6, 2015 in Ames, Iowa,

Saturday June 6, 9:30 a.m.

Holiday Inn Ames Conference Center 2609 University Blvd, Ames, IA

Join Florida Senator and Presidential Candidate Marco Rubio for a meet in Greet in Ames. The event is free but you MUST RSVP by emailing: jackwhitever26@gmail.com

Marco Rubio to Deliver Remarks at 2015 Georgia Republican Party Convention on May 15, 2015

Marco Rubio to Deliver Remarks at 2015 Georgia Republican Party Convention

In his first trip to Georgia as a 2016 presidential candidate, Marco Rubio will deliver remarks at the 2015 Georgia Republican Party Convention on Friday, May 15, in Athens. Marco will discuss his vision for reclaiming the American Dream through innovative 21st century conservative ideas.

Event details:

• When: 3:00pm ET, May 15, 2015
• Where: The Classic Center, 300 North Thomas Street, Athens, GA 30601

Marco Rubio Outlines Foreign Policy Doctrine For 21st Century, Excerpts of Speech Before the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) in New York City on May 13, 2015

Marco Rubio Outlines Foreign Policy Doctrine For 21st Century
Rubio says strength, globalization and core values should guide American foreign policy

Today, Marco Rubio will detail his foreign policy doctrine at a speech before the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) in New York City. Rubio will discuss the three pillars of his approach to foreign policy: strength, globalization, and core values. He will deliver the speech at 3:30pm ET, and it will be live-streamed on CFR's website and YouTube channel.

Below are advanced excerpts from his speech as prepared for delivery:

What principles should govern the exercise of our power? The 21st century requires a president who will answer that question with clarity and consistency – one who will set forth a doctrine for the exercise of American influence in the world – and who will adhere to that doctrine with the principled devotion that has marked the bipartisan tradition of presidential leadership from Truman to Kennedy to Reagan.

Today, I intend to offer such a doctrine. And in the coming years, I intend to be such a president. My foreign policy doctrine consists of three pillars:

The first is American Strength. … To ensure our strength never falters, we must always plan ahead. It takes forethought to design and many years to build the capabilities we may need at a moment’s notice. So to restore American Strength, my first priority will be to adequately fund our military. This would be a priority even in times of peace and stability, though the world today is neither.

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The second pillar of my doctrine … is the protection of the American economy in a globalized world.  … As president, I will use American power to oppose any violations of international waters, airspace, cyberspace, or outer space. This includes the economic disruption caused when one country invades another, as well as the chaos caused by disruptions in chokepoints such as the South China Sea or the Strait of Hormuz.

Russia, China, Iran, or any other nation that attempts to block global commerce will know to expect a response from my administration. Gone will be the days of debating where a ship is flagged or whether it is our place to criticize territorial expansionism. In this century, businesses must have the freedom to operate around the world with confidence.

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The third pillar of my doctrine is moral clarity regarding America’s core values. We must recognize that our nation is a global leader not just because it has superior arms, but because it has superior aims. …

As president, I will support the spread of economic and political freedom, reinforce our alliances, resist efforts by large powers to subjugate their smaller neighbors, maintain a robust commitment to transparent and effective foreign assistance programs, and advance the rights of the vulnerable, including women and the religious minorities that are so often persecuted, so that the afflicted peoples of the world know the truth: the American people hear their cries, see their suffering, and most of all, desire their freedom.

Event Flyer, Ticket Information, and Confirmed Speakers for Joni's 1st Annual Roast and Ride on Saturday June 6, 2015

Ben Carson
Carly Fiorina
Lindsey Graham
Mike Huckabee
Rick Perry
Marco Rubio
Scott Walker

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jonis-1st-annual-roast-and-ride-saturday-june-6th-tickets-16021123612

Marco Rubio to Address "Global Security in the 21st Century and the Need for American Leadership"

Marco Rubio to Address "Global Security in the 21st Century and the Need for American Leadership"

On Wednesday, May 13, Marco Rubio will deliver his first policy speech as a 2016 presidential candidate at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) in New York City. Marco will discuss the international security challenges facing America in the 21st century, and the need for American leadership around the world. Following the speech, PBS and CBS News' Charlie Rose will join Marco onstage for a discussion, followed by a question-and-answer session with members of CFR.

The following event will be live-streamed on CFR's website and YouTube channel.

Remarks at the Council on Foreign Relations:

• When: 3:30pm ET, May 13, 2015

• Where: Council on Foreign Relations, 58 East 68th Street, New York, NY 10065

Marco Rubio to Make First Campaign Trip to South Carolina on Saturday, May 9, 2015

Marco Rubio to Make First Campaign Trip to South Carolina

Marco Rubio will make his first visit to South Carolina as a presidential candidate on Saturday, May 9. His visit will include remarks at the South Carolina Freedom Summit, followed by visits with local faith and business leaders. This is Marco’s third visit to South Carolina in 2015, and his fifth since the last presidential election.

Trip details:

Remarks at South Carolina Freedom Summit:

• When: 1:40pm ET, May 9, 2015
• Where: The Peace Center, 101 W Broad St, Greenville, SC 29601

Iowa State Senator Jack Whitver Named Iowa State Chair for Marco Rubio Presidential Campaign

Senator Jack Whitver to Lead Marco Rubio Presidential Campaign

Des Moines, Iowa -US Senator and 2016 Presidential candidate Marco Rubio announced his first state chair in the nation and first Iowa leader today. State Senator Jack Whitver has been tapped to lead the Marco Rubio for President campaign in the first in the nation caucus state.

"I am excited to endorse Senator Marco Rubio for President  and proud to be named his State Chair in Iowa. Not only is Senator Rubio is a great family man and an extremely genuine person, but he is a new generation conservative who can unite our party and inspire the country," Whitver said.

"I believe this election is about the future. Senator Rubio has a clear vision for where he wants to lead America in the 21st Century. He is the only candidate who has proposed a detailed, innovative new agenda to help more people achieve the American Dream than ever before and create a new American century," added Whitver.  "Iowa is ready for a new generation of leadership in America.

I look forward to introducing Senator Rubio around the state and I am excited to build a great team of Iowans looking to move America forward. I believe Iowans will respond to his message and see that he is the right person to lead our great country."

Whitver, 34, is a small business owner and attorney. He is in his second term in the Iowa Senate, where he represents northern Polk County. He is currently the Republican Whip in the Iowa Senate.