2008 Presidential Campaign Blog

Concord Monitor Endorses Hillary Clinton for President

Concord Monitor Endorses Hillary Clinton for President

MANCHESTER, NH – Today, Senator Hillary Clinton received the endorsement of the Concord Monitor in the upcoming presidential primary.

In their endorsement editorial, the Monitor wrote that Senator Clinton’s "unique combination of smarts, experience and toughness makes her the best choice to win the November election and truly get things done."
Clinton has also received the endorsements of four Cabinet Press weekly papers, the Keene Sentinel, Foster's Daily Democrat and Laconia Citizen, and 11 Salmon Press weekly newspapers.

Senator Hillary Clinton And former President Bill Clinton To Celebrate New Year's Eve In Des Moines

SENATOR HILLARY CLINTON AND PRESIDENT BILL CLINTON TO CELEBRATE NEW YEAR’S EVE IN IOWA WITH BIG HEAD TODD AND THE MONSTERS

Rock Band to Help the Clintons Bring in the New Year at Des Moines ‘New Year, New Beginnings’ Celebration

DES MOINES, IA – Iowans for Hillary announced today that Big Head Todd and the Monsters will help Senator Hillary Clinton and former President Bill Clinton bring in the New Year in Des Moines.  The New Year, New Beginnings Celebration will be held at 10 p.m. at Capitol Square in Des Moines.  Earlier in the day, Hillary will celebrate with Iowans in Muscatine and Waterloo, while President Clinton will attend events in Missouri Valley and Ottumwa.

Big Head Todd and the Monsters are widely known for their songs “Broken Hearted Savior” and “Blue Sky.”  “Blue Sky” has become a staple at Clinton Campaign events for its uplifting lyrics that remind listeners, “yes, you can change the world.” 

Hillary Clinton Schedule: December 30-31, 2007

Hillary Clinton Schedule: December 30-31, 2007

Hillary Clinton continues her “Big Challenges, Real Solutions– Time To Pick A President” Tour in Iowa on Sunday, December 30.

On Sunday, December 30, Hillary will appear on ABC’s This Week with George Stephanopoulos. Clinton attends church in the morning in Des Moines. In the afternoon, Clinton attends “Pick a President” events Vinton, Traer, Cedar Falls, and Iowa Falls.

On Monday, December 31, Hillary attends “Pick A President” events in Keokuk and Fort Madison. In the afternoon, she will attend “New Year, New Beginnings Celebration” events in Muscatine and Waterloo, and Des Moines. The Des Moines event will also hosted by President Clinton.

New Clinton Ad Highlights Hillary’s Plan For The Troubled Economy

New Clinton Ad Spotlights Big Challenge and Hillary’s Real Solution to Fix the Housing Crisis
Ad Highlights Hillary’s Plan for the Troubled Economy

DES MOINES, IA – Continuing to build on Hillary’s growing momentum, the Clinton campaign today launched a new ad in Iowa that highlights the big challenge of the housing crisis and Hillary’s real solution to fix it. The ad is being released in the midst of Hillary’s “Big Challenges, Real Solutions: Time to Pick a President” tour across the Hawkeye State.   

The new 30 second spot, titled “President,” spotlights the costs of the Bush Administration’s inaction on the housing crisis and calls attention to Hillary’s plan to freeze home foreclosures, freeze rates on adjustable mortgages and provide real tax relief for the middle class. The ad concludes by asking Iowans to choose a President that would not have missed any opportunity to solve this challenge.

The Television ad began airing today in Iowa.

Hillary For President

“President”

TV:30

ANNCR: What if we had a different president this year?

ANNCR: Hillary Clinton called for action on America’s housing crisis in March… in June… in August.

ANNCR: George Bush and Wall Street did nothing.

ANNCR: Since then home prices have plummeted and millions may lose their homes.

ANNCR: Hillary’s plan: freeze home foreclosures, freeze rates on adjustable mortgages, provide real tax relief for the middle class.

ANNCR: When we choose a president next year, let’s choose one that would have started fixing our economy this year.

ANNCR: Hillary Clinton: "I’m Hillary Clinton and I approve this message"

Hillary Clinton To Offer Caucus-Eve Closing Argument

Hillary Clinton to Offer Caucus-Eve Closing Argument
Two-minute Message Will Air Across Iowa On Jan. 2nd

DES MOINES, IA – The Clinton Campaign today announced that Hillary will make her final closing argument to Iowans in a two-minute televised appearance on January 2nd on the eve of the caucuses.  The taped message will air during every 6 p.m. newscast throughout the state. 

Hillary continues her “Big Challenges, Real Solution Tour --Time to Pick A President” today with events in Lawton, Denison, Carroll and Guthrie Center while President Clinton will be in Decorah, New Hampton and Oelwein.

As she travels across the state, Hillary will continue to make the case that in the face of great challenges, she has the experience to make change happen starting on day one.  America faces a war abroad and a troubled economy at home -- critical moments that demand a President who is tested, ready to lead on Day 1 and offers real solutions to the big challenges we face.  And that person is Hillary Clinton.

With Big Challenges Facing America, Clinton Offers Leadership In Ad Airing In IA, NH

With Big Challenges Facing America, Clinton Offers Leadership In Ad Airing In IA, NH

As Hillary Clinton launches her “Big Challenges, Real Solutions Tour” across Iowa today, the Clinton Campaign announced a new television ad set to air in Iowa and New Hampshire that makes clear what’s at stake in this election.

As Iowans prepare to caucus on January 3rd, America faces a war abroad and a troubled economy at home -- critical moments that demand a President who is tested and ready to lead on Day 1 and offers real solutions to the big challenges we face.

The 30-second spot is entitled "Stakes."

Hillary Clinton for President

“Stakes”

TV: 30

Ad text in bold. [Images in brackets].

A nation at war
[Soldier’s helmet]

Troubles at home
[Foreclosure sign]

America at a crossroads
[National debt calculator]

Demands a leader
[Hillary supporters with signs]

With a steady hand
[Hillary Clinton]

Who will weather the storms
[Damaged house- spray painted with “Katrina Was Here”]

Solve our problems
[Baby being treated by doctor]

Rebuild our middle class
[Person welding]

And renew our greatness
[Child with American flag]
[Hillary Clinton]

Hillary Clinton
A New Beginning
[Hillary Clinton]

HRC VO: I’m Hillary Clinton and I approve this message

Iowa State Senator Jack Hatch Endorses Hillary Clinton

STATE SENATOR JACK HATCH ENDORSES HILLARY CLINTON
As Momentum Grows in Iowa, Senator Hatch becomes the 21st Iowa Legislator to Endorse Hillary

DES MOINES, IA – As the Clinton campaign’s momentum continues to build in Iowa, State Senator Jack Hatch of central Des Moines, Senate District 33, endorsed Hillary today, citing the superiority of her health care plan. Senator Hatch is the 21st Iowa legislator to endorse Hillary. The endorsement comes on the heels of endorsements from prominent newspapers, including the Des Moines Register, Quad City Times and Burlington Hawk Eye, as well as Secretary of State Michael Mauro, over 100 Iowa women elected officials, and Iowa labor leaders.

“This is a historic election that will have an enormous impact on the direction of our country,” Senator Jack Hatch said. “Hillary Clinton is an agent of change who will enact universal health care and open up great opportunities for women, like my 18-year-old daughter, by making the dream of being president one day a real possibility. I trust Hillary to change our country because she has the strength and experience to enact real solutions to our big challenges. ”

“I greatly admire Senator Jack Hatch’s commitment to providing affordable, quality health care for Iowans,” Senator Hillary Clinton said. “This election is about delivering change and I am honored to have the support of someone who is so deeply dedicated to improving the lives of Iowans.”

Burlington Hawk Eye Endorses Hillary Clinton For President

BURLINGTON HAWK EYE ENDORSES HILLARY CLINTON FOR PRESIDENT
Calls Clinton a “Proven Leader”

Calling her a “proven leader” and the “one who rises above” the others at this moment in the nation’s history,” the Burlington Hawk Eye today endorsed Hillary Clinton for President.

“Democrats in the state would be selecting a proven leader with the skill sets necessary for our next president by caucusing for Hillary Clinton,” the endorsement reads.

The newspaper singled out her experience and positions on several key issues, including foreign policy and ending the war in Iraq, achieving universal health care, and improving education.

The Hawk Eye joins the Quad City Times in endorsing Hillary Clinton today.  She has also previously been endorsed by the Des Moines Register and the Vinton Eagle.

https://www.thehawkeye.com/column/Edit_122307
 

Quad City Times Endorses Hillary Clinton For President

QUAD CITY TIMES ENDORSES HILLARY CLINTON FOR PRESIDENT

“Hillary Clinton passes test after test after test.”

The Quad City Times, a major daily newspaper serving Iowa and Illinois, today endorsed Hillary Clinton for President, calling her “tested” and citing her experience and ability to solve problems.

According to the endorsement editorial, the newspaper found Hillary Clinton to be “a proven, passionate, intelligent leader with a breadth of legislative and executive experience that is the best of a good bunch.”

Hillary has also been endorsed by the Des Moines Register and the Vinton Eagle.

Clinton Campaign Announces: Big Challenges, Real Solutions Iowa Tour

Clinton Campaign Announces: Big Challenges, Real Solutions Tour - Time to Pick A President

Final Swing Through Iowa Before The Caucuses To Focus On Hillary’s Ability to Deliver Meaningful Change For Americans

Hillary Clinton will return to Iowa on December 26th to launch her final campaign tour through Iowa before the caucuses.  During the “Big Challenges, Real Solutions Tour – Time To Pick A President,” Hillary will articulate what is at stake for caucus goers in this election.  Citing her experience as an agent for positive change for 35 years, Hillary will outline the challenges that Americans face at home and around the world and how her unique background makes her the most qualified person to be the next President of the United States. 

While many candidates talk about change, Hillary Clinton is the only one with the record, strength, and experience that demonstrates that she is able to deliver.  From providing universal health care to strengthening the economy to ending the war in Iraq, Hillary Clinton is the only candidate who knows how to produce real results for Americans. 

She will kick-off the tour in Mt. Pleasant.  Hillary will be joined by President Bill Clinton, Governor Tom Vilsack, and Christie Vilsack.   

“As Iowans know, picking a President is an awesome responsibility and our nation faces unprecedented challenges.  We need someone with tested strength, experience and leadership to get the job done,” said Governor Vilsack.  “Some people say you can demand change.  Others say we can hope for change.  Hillary believes that you have to work for change.  That’s what she has been doing for 35 years and that’s exactly what she’ll do as our next president.”