2008 Presidential Campaign Blog

Romney For President Holds "America's Calling"

ROMNEY FOR PRESIDENT HOLDS "AMERICA'S CALLING"

Boston, MA – Today, Governor Mitt Romney, family, friends and supporters gathered at the TD Banknorth Garden to reach across the country and raise the resources necessary for a national campaign.  Among those making more than 20,000 telephone calls were U.S. Senator Robert Bennett (R-UT), former Congressman Henry Bonilla (R-TX) and eBay CEO Meg Whitman.

"Today, friends and supporters from across the country gathered in another extraordinary effort for Governor Romney.  We are helping to ensure that Governor Romney's message of conservative change is heard by voters across America," said Spencer Zwick, Romney for President National Finance Director. "We are extremely proud of our efforts this quarter, particularly that we have already more than doubled our base of grassroots contributors." 

"America's Calling" Fast Facts:

Number Of Tables:  More Than 100
Number Of Volunteer Fundraisers Participating: More Than 600
Number of States Represented:  50 And The District Of Columbia
Number Of Landline Phones: 400
Number Of Calls Made:  More Than 20,000
Call Center Area: More Than 17,000 Square Feet
Total Amount Raised:  Coming Soon

Greenville Mayor Stands With John McCain

GREENVILLE MAYOR STANDS WITH JOHN MCCAIN

ARLINGTON, VA - U.S. Senator John McCain's presidential campaign today announced that Greenville Mayor Knox White will support the Arizona Senator's presidential candidacy.

Earlier this month, Greenville residents overwhelmingly re-elected White to what will be his fourth term as mayor. White is largely credited with the successful revitalization of downtown Greenville, forwarding innovative neighborhood redevelopment policies, and creating a pro-business environment that encourages economic growth.

"Our nation's next president must be a common sense conservative leader who has the courage and character to offer up the tough solutions, even when they may not be politically expedient," said White. "John McCain's service, experience, and commitment to our conservative cause make him the best qualified to lead our nation as we face the challenges of tomorrow."

Senator John McCain said he welcomed the support from White. "Knox is widely recognized across the nation for his vibrant leadership as mayor of Greenville and the city's downtown revitalization is a wonderful success story," said Senator McCain. "I am truly honored that to have his support and I look forward to working with him."

Obama Iowa TV Ads "Carry" and "Choice"

Obama Iowa TV Ads

Carry
The ad titled "Carry" chronicles Senator Obama’s eight years in the Illinois State Senate and his success in working with Democrats and Republicans to achieve goals that they only talk about in Washington, DC. In Illinois, Senator Obama built bipartisan coalitions to pass sweeping ethics reform, extend health care to 150,000 people and offer tax relief to low-income workers.

For years, they’ve been talking about these issues in Washington, but Senator Obama was a leader in reaching across party lines to make progress on these priorities in Illinois. Bringing people together across partisan lines stands in contrast to the current way of doing things in Washington, DC, and it’s exactly the kind of leadership Americans are searching for.

Choices
The ad titled “Choices,” highlights Senator Obama’s years in Chicago. He first came to Chicago as a community organizer to work with a group of churches in a community that felt abandoned and powerless as local steel mills closed. During his time as a community organizer, Barack persuaded local residents that they could effect real change and they did – block by block.

After graduating from Harvard, he passed up big money offers to return to Chicago and run a voter registration drive – once again devoting himself to the local community and to making people’s lives better.

Giuliani Campaign Announces South Carolina Regional Chairs

Giuliani Campaign Announces South Carolina Regional Chairs

New York City – The Rudy Giuliani Presidential Committee today announced the regional chairs for Mayor Giuliani’s campaign in South Carolina. Today’s announcement includes both former state office holders and former South Carolina Republican Party officials.  Along with Giuliani South Carolina Chairman Barry Wynn, a former head of the South Carolina GOP, this team will help grow the Mayor’s campaign across the state.

"Mayor Giuliani’s team is made up of some of the most outstanding and committed Party leaders in the state. I’m proud of our team and look forward to a strong campaign in every region of South Carolina,” said Giuliani South Carolina Chairman Barry Wynn. 

“I decided to join Rudy’s team because I believe he can bring to Washington the same bold leadership skills he brought to our nation’s largest city.  His record as Mayor proves he knows how to cut wasteful spending and reduce the burden on taxpayers,” said Pee Dee co-chair Deanna Cochran. 

Jim Miles, the campaign’s Upstate chairman, praised Mayor Giuliani’s vision to keep the country on offense on the war on terror. “The country needs a decisive leader to combat the Terrorists’ War on Us. Rudy Giuliani is the only candidate with the proven record and optimistic vision to keep the country safe,” Miles said.

New Hampshire Law Enforcement Supports McCain

NEW HAMPSHIRE LAW ENFORCEMENT SUPPORTS MCCAIN

ARLINGTON, VA - U.S. Senator John McCain's presidential campaign today announced members of the New Hampshire Law Enforcement Advisory Coalition. The coalition will work to build on the Arizona Senator's strong base of support in the Granite State's law enforcement community.

"I firmly believe in John McCain's ability to keep our families and neighbors safe at home and abroad," said Hillsborough County Sheriff Jim Hardy. "Throughout his life, John has displayed the courage to do what's right and we need that in our nation's leaders."

Rep. Don Buxton spoke to John McCain's lifetime of service. "John McCain understands what it means to serve his nation and community. As we work to secure our freedoms and safety at home, I know that John McCain will stand by us, and I am proud to stand by him in his run for the presidency." 

Senator John McCain stated that he is thankful for the support of these respected members of the law enforcement community. "These men and women put their communities first and have earned the respect of their neighbors," said Senator McCain. "I am proud to have them on my team and I look forward to their leadership in New Hampshire."

Sam Brownback Ames Iowa Video

Sam Brownback Iowa State Leadership Town Hall

Duncan Hunter Iowa State Leadership Town Hall

Sam Brownback Ames Iowa HQ Grand Opening Photos

Edwards Campaign Launches Next Step in Mobile Engagement Campaign

EDWARDS CAMPAIGN LAUNCHES NEXT STEP IN MOBILE ENGAGEMENT CAMPAIGN

Chapel Hill, North Carolina – Today, the John Edwards for President campaign announced the launch of the next step in its mobile engagement campaign - a new text message fundraising initiative. The Edwards campaign continues lead the field by using new and different technologies to reach out to, connect with and engage voters. Today, thousands of people who have signed up to stay in touch with the campaign through text messages will get a message directing them to a voicemail message from John Edwards, urging them to make a contribution to the campaign.  The script of the voicemail follows:

"Hi, this is John Edwards. Thank you for taking the time to respond to our text and listen to my message. If you want to skip this message, remember, you can press 1 at anytime to be directly connected to a live volunteer at campaign headquarters. I'm calling to remind you that with just over a week before the end of the quarter the time to act is now. I'm not asking you to help us out-raise everyone else.  I'm only asking you for what we need to get our message of real change out to voters in Iowa, New Hampshire, and other key states nationwide. If we can raise enough money to do that—we'll have what we need to win.

"Our phone banks will be open until 10pm EDT tonight so if you can make a contribution now please press 1 to be connected. If you're in the middle of something and can't stay on the line you can always go to johnedwards.com to make a contribution to the campaign anytime.  Thanks for your support and for joining this movement for change”

The John Edwards for President campaign has been using text messages to connect with supporters for months.  Supporters regularly receive messages to let them know about national events – like Democratic presidential debates – and when Edwards will be in their area.  During the last debate, the campaign asked supporters to text their thoughts and reactions and later featured the messages on johnedwards.com.  Upcoming plans for more advanced forms of mobile outreach will transform text message communications from one-way broadcasts to a truly interactive experience that will allow voters to connect with the campaign in new and different ways. 

"New media technology is transforming the political landscape and allowing voters to take their politics with them every day, not just on Election Day," said campaign spokesperson Colleen Murray. "John Edwards is committed to using as many innovative ways as possible to reach out to the America people about his message for bold, transformational change.  This is only the beginning of how new media technologies will be integrated into the campaign."
Earlier this week, the Edwards campaign launched the ‘Demand and Be Heard’ competition through Eventful.com, where Edwards will visit and speak in the city that ‘Demands’ him the most.  Demanders can also submit questions online for Edwards as part of the competition, and Edwards will answer ten of those questions from the winning city at the rally.

To join the Edwards mobile network text the word "TODAY" to 30644 or visit http://www.johnedwards.com/txt.