2012 Presidential Campaign Blog

Mitt Romney Announces Support of Senator John McCain

MITT ROMNEY ANNOUNCES SUPPORT OF SENATOR JOHN MCCAIN

Boston, MA – Mitt Romney today announced the support of Senator John McCain and his wife Cindy.

“Few Americans have sacrificed so much for their country – it is an honor to have Senator & Mrs. McCain’s support,” said Mitt Romney. “For his entire life, Senator McCain has been a committed public servant and is an example for all those seeking higher office. Senator McCain has been a leader in the fight to stop the growth of government and make government more accountable to taxpayers. With his leadership on cutting spending in the Senate, we can rein in out-of-control federal spending, and restore confidence in government. I look forward to campaigning with Senator McCain and working with him on the issues important to our national and economic security.”

Announcing his support, Senator John McCain said, “The time has arrived for Republicans to choose a presidential nominee; a new standard bearer who has the ability and determination to defeat President Obama and the strongest commitment to returning America to prosperity and defending our interests and values overseas. I’m pleased to have made my choice, and to endorse Governor Mitt Romney for the Republican nomination for President.”

“These last few years have been a terribly tough time for Americans, and President Obama’s policies have failed to address effectively the problems of weak economic growth and persistent joblessness that have caused so many sleepless nights for so many Americans,” continued Senator McCain. “The Obama administration has ignored the most serious challenges threatening our future – a fifteen trillion dollar debt, and the job destroying effects of a complex, unfair and incomprehensible tax code, bankrupt entitlement programs, and unnecessary government regulations. We can overcome these challenges as we have overcome every challenge in our past, but only if our country changes leaders.”

“Governor Romney offers us the commonsense reforms of government policy that are necessary to turn around our economy,” said Senator McCain. “His record of accomplishment in government and business are a testament to his leadership abilities. His commitment to a strong defense and principled diplomacy will earn the world’s respect for American leadership.”

“I had the privilege of running against Governor Romney for the nomination four years ago, and I know he is a tough competitor,” said Senator McCain. “I have no doubt he is the best candidate we can nominate.. And I am proud to support him for President.”

Background On Senator John McCain:

Senator McCain has Served Arizona in the United States Senate Since 1987. Senator McCain serves as the ranking member on the Senate Armed Services Committee and is also a member of the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, and Committee on Indian Affairs. Prior to his election to the Senate, Senator McCain served two terms in the U.S. House of Representatives. Senator McCain served in the United States Navy for twenty-two years and was a Prisoner of War for over five years during the Vietnam War. Senator McCain has seven children and four grandchildren, and lives in Phoenix, Arizona with his wife Cindy.

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Statement By Senator John McCain On The Announcement That Osama Bin Laden Has Been Killed

STATEMENT BY SENATOR JOHN McCAIN ON THE ANNOUNCEMENT THAT OSAMA BIN LADEN HAS BEEN KILLED

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator John McCain (R-Ariz.), made the following statement this evening regarding the announcement made by President Obama that Osama Bin Laden has been killed:
 
“I am overjoyed that we finally got the world's top terrorist.  The world is a better and more just place now that Osama bin Laden is no longer in it. I hope the families of the victims of the September 11th attacks will sleep easier tonight and every night hence knowing that justice has been done. I commend the President and his team, as well as our men and women in uniform and our intelligence professionals, for this superb achievement.
 
“But while we take heart in the news that Osama bin Laden is dead, we must be mindful that al-Qaeda and its terrorist allies are still lethal and determined enemies, and we must remain vigilant to defeat them.”

John McCain Announced His 2008 Presidential Exploratory Committee Four Years Ago On November 15, 2006

John McCain sent this e-mail to supporters announcing his 2008 Presdential Exploratory Committee Website.

Over the past year, I have traveled the country campaigning with candidates running for local, state, and federal office and I've been constantly proud to stand with Republican candidates in supporting a secure homeland, fiscal responsibility, ethics in government, and common sense conservative principles. With the formation of John McCain 2008 - The Exploratory Committee, I will continue my conversation with the American people over the direction of the Republican Party and the future of our country.

During the next couple of months, I will be talking with my family, friends and supporters about whether to officially announce a run for President; prior to that decision, the formation of this committee is the first legal step in that process. I hope that you will visit my new webpage, exploremccain, and join me in this effort.

Our Party suffered an electoral setback last Tuesday, but that defeat was not a repudiation of our values and our beliefs; America remains a conservative country. Rather, the election results were an expression of frustration with Washington gridlock and Washington's lack of touch with real America. In 1994, American voters sent Republicans to Congress to change government; instead, we became government. This Thursday, November 16, I will give a major address on my vision for the Republican Party and how we will get back on the path to victory.

Please join me at exploremccain to watch the speech live online at 7:10 PM. Thank you for your past support and encouragement and I look forward to continuing our efforts together to reform Washington and keep America safe at home and abroad.

Sincerely,

John McCain

John McCain To Campaign For Len Britton, Vermont Republican U.S. Senate Nominee On October 19, 2010

Senator John McCain And Len Britton, Republican U.S. Senate Nominee

Tuesday, October 19th
 
Britton for Vermont Veterans Rally
Time: 1:30 – 2:45 PM
Atlantic Aviation Hangar
1130 Airport Drive
Burlington, VT 05403

* Admission is Free 
Doors will open at 12:45 p.m.

McCain Sees Lots Of Republicans Running In 2012 | Reuters

“I think there's going to be 1,000 flowers bloom," he said Monday at the annual Washington Reuters Summit.”

McCain sees lots of Republicans running in 2012 | Reuters

U.S. Senator John McCain And Governor Sarah Palin Live Online Streaming

U.S. Senator John McCain And Governor Sarah Palin Live Online Streaming

U.S. Senator John McCain and Governor Sarah Palin will be holding a rally in Tucson on Friday and a rally in Phoenix on Saturday.  If you can't make the events in person, we will be live streaming the Tucson event on Friday, March 26th at noon and the Phoenix event on Saturday, March 27 at 9:00am.

You can watch the events live online here.

http://www.johnmccain.com/live

Sarah Palin Going To Tuscon And Phoenix Arizona To Campaign With Senator John McCain

Sarah Palin is coming to Arizona to campaign with Senator McCain and you are invited!!!

We are having a rallies in Tucson and Phoenix.  Don't miss these events.

Tucson:
Friday, March 26, 2010


Doors open at 11:00am
Rally starts at Noon

Pima County Fairgrounds
Thurber Hall
11300 South Houghton Road
Tucson, Arizona 85747




Lunch will be served (first come first served)

RSVP today at www.johnmccain.com/sarah

Phoenix:
Saturday, March 27, 2010


Doors open at 7:30am
Rally starts at 9:00am

Dobson High School
Gymnasium
1501 West Guadalupe Road
Mesa, Arizona 85202

RSVP today at www.johnmccain.com/sarah

Governor Jeb Bush Endorses Senator John McCain For Re-Election

GOVERNOR JEB BUSH ENDORSES SENATOR JOHN McCAIN FOR RE-ELECTION

PHOENIX, AZ – U.S. Senator John McCain’s re-election campaign today announced that former Florida Governor Jeb Bush has endorsed Senator John McCain for re-election to the United States Senate.
 


“As we continue to face tough challenges both at home and abroad, America needs leaders like Senator John McCain in the United States Senate,” said Governor Jeb Bush. “John has devoted his life to service and sacrifice for our nation, and demonstrated time and again that he is beholden to no interest other than what is best for America. John is a proven conservative leader committed to reducing taxes, fighting wasteful spending and keeping America safe. We need John’s continued leadership in the United States Senate, and I am proud to support him.”



“Governor Jeb Bush is among the most respected and accomplished conservative leaders in America, and I am proud to have his support,” said Senator John McCain. “I look forward to working with him to advance our shared vision for a stronger, safer and more prosperous America.”

Governor Mitt Romney Endorses Senator John McCain For Re-election

GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY ENDORSES SENATOR JOHN McCAIN FOR RE-ELECTION

PHOENIX, AZ – U.S. Senator John McCain’s re-election campaign today announced that former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney has endorsed Senator John McCain for re-election to the United States Senate.

Governor Romney today issued the following statement:

“For years, I've been an admirer of John McCain. Then we became competitors. Today, I'm proud to call him my friend.



“In my view, it's hard to imagine the United States Senate without John McCain, especially in the critical times we find ourselves in, with double-digit unemployment, a mountain of debt imperiling future generations and a global terrorist threat from jihadists bent on destroying our very way of life.

“It is times like these that we look to leaders of character. Senator McCain’s record of service and sacrifice for America is honored by all. But I believe that it is his core values of courage, faith and honor – forged in battle and confirmed by a lifetime of service to America – that make Senator McCain’s leadership in the United States Senate so necessary in these perilous times. Not only am I proud to call him a friend, but as an American I am constantly reassured by Senator McCain's continued involvement in the affairs of our nation, and I am honored to support him.”

“Governor Romney is among the brightest and most dynamic leaders in our Party, and I am proud to have his support,” said Senator John McCain. “I look forward to working with him to advance our shared vision for a stronger, safer and more prosperous America.”

Senator John McCain (R-AZ) Delivers Weekly Republican Address

SENATOR JOHN MCCAIN (R-AZ) DELIVERS WEEKLY REPUBLICAN ADDRESS

WASHINGTON – Senator John McCain (R-AZ) released the following weekly Republican address. 

TRANSCRIPT:

“Hi, I’m John McCain.  Today, after nearly a year, the Senate Democrats are still trying to scramble together their latest proposal to ‘reform’ America’s health care system, which constitutes one-sixth of the American economy. 

“Millions of Americans are very worried that whatever bill emerges from the confused and secretive process Democrats used to cobble this legislation together will ultimately do more harm than good.  And, they have every right to be. 

“The biggest problem in our health care system, and the greatest concern of a majority of Americans, are its out of control cost increases.  For years, health care costs have grown far faster than the rate of inflation, making health care insurance increasingly expensive and unaffordable for more and more Americans and their employers. 

“The best thing government could do to ensure more Americans have access to health care insurance is to institute reforms that would rein in costs and make health care more affordable for more Americans.  Regrettably, there’s nothing in this legislation that effectively addresses the problem of health care hyperinflation – in fact, experts tells us the Democrat legislation makes matters worse.

“Instead, Democrats are proposing – in an era of high unemployment, record deficits, and national debt – to spend $2.5 trillion on another unsustainable entitlement program. To pay part of the costs of this enormous new burden on American taxpayers, $500 billion in new tax increases will be authorized almost immediately. 

“An additional half a trillion dollars in so-called ‘savings’ will come from cutting Medicare, including from home health care services and the popular Medicare Advantage program that 11 million seniors currently use.  However, reforms of the system, such as they are, will be delayed for four years.

“According to the government’s own health care scorekeepers, the bill will increase the cost of health care as well as the health insurance premiums Americans pay to cover health care inflation. 

“That’s why thousands of physicians, large and small American businesses and, according to a recent poll, 61 percent of the American people oppose this ill-considered and ruinously expensive government failure to address the biggest threat to the viability of America’s health care system.  To disguise the costs of their reforms, Democrats are resorting to accounting gimmicks that would make Bernie Madoff blush.

“Contrary to assurances from the White House and the Democratic leadership in Congress, the process Democrats used to write the bill was anything but open and bipartisan.  It was an exercise in legislative sausage-making conducted behind closed doors without the participation of Republicans.
 
“The administration cut deals with the drug companies to get their support, which ensured increased profits for them and increased costs for consumers.  As part of the deal, the White House even opposed an amendment authored by a senior Democratic Senator -- which I and other Republicans supported -- which would have made it easier for Americans to safely import their prescription drugs at substantially lower costs from Canada and other approved exporters. 

“Every major reform in American history has been a bipartisan effort.  I’ve worked with Democrats on many occasions to solve some of the country’s most urgent problems.  Never in my experience has one party attempted to increase the government’s influence in one-sixth of the American economy over the nearly unanimous opposition of the other party.

“Despite having the best quality health care in the world, Republicans recognize it’s too expensive and too many Americans don’t have access to affordable health care.  And, we are committed to doing something about it. 

“We would welcome the opportunity to work with Democrats to make health care more affordable and accessible by addressing the underlying problems that drive health care cost increases.  We could bring down these costs by reforming litigation abuses of the system; the junk lawsuits that result in the practice of wasteful defensive medicine and drive up insurance premiums.  We could lower costs and improve the quality of health care if we transformed the way we pay health care providers to emphasize the quality of the treatment and outcomes.

“We could lower insurance premiums by allowing insurance companies to compete for your business across state lines.  And, we could institute insurance reforms that would make sure people with existing medical conditions could get insurance and the care they need without imposing massive new burdens on taxpayers.

“These reforms and others would go a long way toward addressing the most urgent problems in our health care system.  They would have bipartisan support, and I believe the support of a majority of Americans. 

“Democrats have chosen to go another way.  The result will be a health care system that costs more and still leaves millions without coverage.  The hour is late, but there’s still time to stop Congress from making this terrible mistake.  Contact your Senators and Representatives today, and urge them and the White House not to make our health care problems worse, but to start working with committed members of both parties to make the best quality health care in the world more affordable and accessible to the people who elected us. 

“I’m John McCain.  Happy holidays and thank you for listening.”