CUBAN-AMERICAN REPRESENTATIVES JOIN SUPPORTERS OF MCCAIN
Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Rep. L. Diaz-Balart & Rep. M. Diaz-Balart Align With Arizona Senator
ARLINGTON, VA - U.S. Senator John McCain's presidential exploratory committee today announced that Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (FL-18), Rep. Lincoln Diaz-Balart (FL-21), and Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart (FL-25) will support the Arizona Senator should he decide to seek the presidency.
"Senator McCain is a strong supporter of the U.S. embargo on Cuba and understands that the Cuban people have been living under tyranny for far too long," said Rep. Ros-Lehtinen. "John has been working with us to help bring freedom and democracy to the enslaved island."
"I have known Senator McCain for many years and I know he is absolutely committed to freedom and democracy, particularly for oppressed people everywhere, including Cuba," said Rep. Lincoln Diaz-Balart. "I look forward to taking his reform message to Floridians."
"Senator McCain is a dedicated and experienced public servant who understands the importance of hardworking entrepreneurs," said Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart. "John is a common sense conservative who stands on principles, and nobody is more prepared for the times we are facing."
Senator McCain stated that he was honored to have the support of these key Republican leaders within the House conference. "Ileana, Lincoln, and Mario appreciate the value of freedom and exemplify the honest, hardworking tradition of the Cuban-American people," said Senator McCain. "I am proud to stand with these representatives and friends as we continue to work toward a free and democratic Cuba. It is a critical time for the Cuban people and we must remain steadfast in our commitment to support the current U.S. policies toward Cuba."
