2008 Presidential Campaign Blog

Romney For President Launches New Television Ad "I Like Vetoes"

ROMNEY FOR PRESIDENT LAUNCHES NEW TELEVISION AD, "I LIKE VETOES"

Boston, MA – Romney for President today launched its newest television ad, "I Like Vetoes."  The ad highlights Governor Romney's pledge to bring fiscal discipline back to Washington.  Governor Romney has proposed capping non-defense discretionary spending at inflation minus one percent and will veto any budget that exceeds that amount.

The ad will be begin airing today in Iowa and New Hampshire.  Scripts and viewing links are below.

Script For "I Like Vetoes" (TV:30):

GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY:  "If I'm elected President, I'm going to cap non-defense discretionary spending at inflation minus one percent.

"That would save $300 billion in 10 years.

"And if Congress sends me a budget that exceeds that cap, I will veto that budget.

"And I know how to veto.  I like vetoes.  I've vetoed hundreds of spending appropriations as Governor.

"And frankly, I can't wait to get my hands on Washington!

"I'm Mitt Romney and I approved this message."

Mitt Romney 2008 TV Ad "I Like Vetoes"

Tom Eaton Endorses Governor Mitt Romney

FORMER NEW HAMPSHIRE SENATE PRESIDENT TOM EATON ENDORSES GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY

Boston, MA – Governor Mitt Romney today announced the endorsement of former New Hampshire Senate President Tom Eaton.  Eaton will provide support and insight to Governor Romney as he works to expand his base of support in the Granite State.

"Tom Eaton is a leader who has fought to preserve New Hampshire's timeless virtues of fiscal restraint and limited government, and I am proud to have his support," said Governor Romney.

With today's announcement, Tom Eaton said, "Governor Romney is a compelling leader whose impressive career triumphs set him apart as uniquely qualified to end the fiscal excesses we have seen in Washington, D.C.  He is well aware of the challenges facing our nation and it's no surprise there is so much excitement building around his campaign."

Romney For President Reports $23 Million In Total Receipts For First Quarter

ROMNEY FOR PRESIDENT REPORTS $23 MILLION IN TOTAL RECEIPTS FOR THE FIRST QUARTER

Boston, MA – Today, Romney for President announced it raised $23 million in total receipts for the First Quarter ending March 31, 2007.  The Campaign opted to raise no general election funds and raised $20.63 million in primary contributions.  The total includes a $2.35 million loan from Governor Romney.

The strength of Governor Romney's fundraising demonstrates that his message of change in Washington through innovation and transformation is resonating with people across this country.

"Governor Romney is winning over voters and supporters because he is the candidate with the best ideas and the most detailed vision for leading the country into the future.  Governor Romney's fundraising totals are indicative of the extraordinary success he has had reaching out and discussing important issues with the American people," said Romney for President campaign spokesman Kevin Madden.

FAST FACTS About Romney For President's $23 Million In First Quarter Fundraising:

• Amount Raised ALL In Primary Contributions:  $20.63 Million
• Governor Romney Loaned $2.35 Million To Romney For President.
• Contributions Received From All 50 States And Washington, D.C.

Keith Hunter Joins Romney For President In Iowa

IOWA CHRISTIAN ALLIANCE BOARD MEMBER KEITH HUNTER JOINS ROMNEY FOR PRESIDENT

Boston, MA – Governor Mitt Romney today announced that Keith Hunter, a board member with the Iowa Christian Alliance, has joined his Iowa campaign as a volunteer.  Hunter will assist the campaign as it continues to build a strong grassroots organization in Iowa.

"I am pleased to welcome Keith Hunter to my Iowa campaign team," said Governor Romney.  "Keith brings with him a wealth of campaign experience, and is an important leader in Iowa's conservative movement.  He will help make sure we bring proven conservative principles back to our nation's capital."

With today's announcement, Keith Hunter said, "I am honored to join Governor Romney's campaign efforts here in Iowa.  Governor Romney has a strong record of conservative leadership and is ready to bring innovation and transformation to our government.  I look forward to working with grassroots activists to spread the Governor's record of action to every corner of Iowa."

Mitt Romney Names Glenda Hood To Florida Committee

GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY NAMES FORMER SECRETARY OF STATE GLENDA HOOD TO THE FLORIDA STATEWIDE STEERING COMMITTEE

Boston, MA - Governor Mitt Romney today announced the endorsement of former Secretary of State and former Mayor of Orlando Glenda Hood.  She will serve as Co-Chair of his Florida Statewide Steering Committee and Chair of the Florida Municipal Elected Officials and Community Leaders Committee.

"I am very pleased to have Glenda join our strong and growing team in the Sunshine State," said Governor Romney.  "Glenda's wealth of experience as an accomplished leader at the local, state and federal levels will be a tremendous asset in Florida as we work to bring real change to Washington.  I look forward to continuing to vigorously campaign in Florida and investing the time and resources necessary to secure victory here."

Hood joins a respected team of leaders on the Florida Steering Committee, led by former Lt. Governor Toni Jennings, former Speakers of the House Allan Bense and John Thrasher, former Chairman of the Republican Party of Florida Al Cardenas and U.S. Congressman Tom Feeney.

"I am proud to support Governor Romney and will work hard to spread his fresh and optimistic vision for America to Floridians across the state," said Glenda Hood.  "He is the true conservative in this race, committed to strengthening our families, our military, our economy and our individual liberties.  Our country is at a crossroads right now, and Governor Romney's agenda of innovation and transformation is the right direction for America."

Mitt Romney Announces Ohio Committe Chairs

GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY ANNOUNCES OHIO FINANCE STEERING COMMITTEE CHAIRS

Boston, MA – Today, Governor Mitt Romney announced the Romney for President Ohio Finance Steering Committee led by S. Craig Lindner and Nancy Heffner Donovan.  The Ohio Finance Steering Committee will help Governor Romney raise the resources needed to campaign in Ohio and across the nation.

"I am proud to have the support of this respected group of Ohio leaders who through hard work and dedication to their community stand out as sterling examples of Republican values," said Governor Romney.  "Their backing will be of enormous help to me as I campaign to share my vision of how we will overcome the next generation of challenges facing our nation."

Governor Romney has made several trips to Ohio to meet with top business and political leaders and visited the state earlier this month.

With today's announcement, Craig Lindner said, "My family and I have gotten to know Governor Romney well.  He is a proven leader – a man with extraordinary character and integrity and all the values and abilities which we feel will make him a great President.  My father, Nancy and I are proud to support Mitt Romney for President."

Jacksonville Leaders Endorse Mitt Romney

JACKSONVILLE LEADERS ENDORSE GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY 

Boston, MA – Governor Mitt Romney today announced that three Jacksonville leaders have endorsed his candidacy for President of the United States, including State Representative Dick Kravitz and Jacksonville City Councilmen Lake Ray and Art Shad. All three will serve on Governor Romney's Duval County Steering Committee. 

"I'm honored by the tremendous support our organization continues to receive in Florida," said Governor Romney. "Representative Kravitz and Councilmen Ray and Shad are all accomplished and respected leaders in Jacksonville. I appreciate their counsel and their commitment to finding innovative solutions to the new generation of challenges America faces." 

These Jacksonville leaders join two other fellow prominent Northeast Floridians, former Speaker of the House John Thrasher and State Representative Jennifer Carroll, on the Romney team. Both are members of Governor Romney's Florida Steering Committee. 

"I respect Governor Romney's unwavering, strong and principled conservative values, values that are appealing to Floridians across the state who believe we must hold the line on federal spending, keep taxes low, strengthen our military and protect traditional family values," said Representative Jennifer Carroll. "I am proud to join fellow Jacksonville leaders in supporting Governor Romney's candidacy and the strong, new leadership he will bring to Washington."

Mitt Romney Announces Additions To South Carolina Team

GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY ANNOUNCES ADDITIONS TO SOUTH CAROLINA CAMPAIGN TEAM

Boston, MA – Governor Mitt Romney today announced that Rick Adkins, Kathy Bigham and Paul Thurmond have joined his South Carolina campaign as Statewide Grassroots Co-Chairs. Together, they will help to further develop and build Governor Romney's grassroots operation in the Palmetto State.

"I am very pleased to welcome these talented Republican leaders to my South Carolina campaign effort," said Governor Romney.  "With primary day fast approaching, their dedication and hard work will help me to communicate my optimistic vision for America's future to every corner of the state."

Mitt Romney Announces Texas Statewide Finance Committee

Governor Mitt Romney Announces Texas Statewide Finance Committee

Boston, MA - Today, Governor Mitt Romney announced the Romney for President Texas Statewide Finance Committee. This group will help Governor Romney raise the resources and build the support needed to campaign in Texas.

"I am pleased to have the support of so many respected leaders in Texas," said Governor Romney. "For many years, they have stood as proud examples of civic and community engagement. Together, they will help our campaign as we communicate a vision for meeting the new generation of challenges confronting our nation."

Governor Romney has traveled to Texas on several occasions to meet with top political and business leaders. He was in the state yesterday for fundraising events, and also visited Texas earlier this month.