2008 Presidential Campaign Blog

Bette Lasky Endorses Clinton For President

ASST. NH HOUSE MAJORITY LEADER ENDORSES SENATOR CLINTON FOR PRESIDENT
Clinton NH Support Continues to Grow

CONCORD, NH – On the heels of last week’s announcement that 16 New Hampshire State Representatives have decided to support Senator Hillary Clinton for President, Assistant House Majority Leader Bette Lasky of Nashua announced today that she has decided to support Sen. Clinton.

“I am both overwhelmed and humbled by the incredible support I am receiving in New Hampshire,” said Senator Clinton. “I am looking forward to returning to New Hampshire and working with Bette to bring the positive message of my campaign to living rooms and town halls all across the Granite State.”

‘There are a great number of qualified people in this race, but Senator Clinton’s experience, vision and passion make her the right candidate to be the next President of the United States,” said Lasky.

Bette’s husband Elliot, a long time Democratic activist and local optometrist, is also supporting Senator Clinton.

Tommy Thompson To Officially Enter The Race For President

Thompson planning campaign kick-off
March 19, 2007 Alexander Mooney

WASHINGTON (CNN) -- Former Wisconsin Gov. Tommy Thompson has decided to officially enter the race for the GOP presidential nomination, and has tentatively picked Wednesday, April 4, to make an official announcement, according to a campaign aide.

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Bill Richardson Announces Oklahoma Statewide Director

NEW MEXICO GOVERNOR BILL RICHARDSON ANNOUNCES OKLAHOMA STATEWIDE DIRECTOR

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK –Yesterday, New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson named Jim East, an experienced Oklahoma political operative, the Oklahoma Statewide Director.

“I am honored to have Jim leading my campaign efforts here in Oklahoma,” said Governor Richardson.  “I look forward to working with Jim to continue to build support here in Oklahoma and across the western region.”

Jim East, an Oklahoma native, will be coordinating all of Richardson’s statewide efforts in Oklahoma.

“I am supporting Bill Richardson for President because he has the proven record of balancing budgets, improving schools, and addressing our energy concerns here at home,” said Jim East.  “I am excited about joining the Richardson team and I look forward to working with the voters of Oklahoma to build support for Richardson across the state.”

Dodd Makes Key Hires For Presidential Bid

DODD MAKES KEY HIRES, ADDS HEFT TO PRESIDENTIAL BID
Arceneaux, Sevugan, additions add to Dodd's growing momentum

Washington, DC — Chris Dodd for President today announced several key hires, including a National Political Director and a Deputy Communications Director. Scott Arceneaux, the new Political Director, and Hari Sevugan, the new Deputy Communications Director, bring substantial campaign and political experience and add serious momentum to Dodd's presidential bid. 

"Nothing is a greater indicator of a campaign with momentum than the addition of such distinguished talent. Scott and Hari have built up impressive resumes winning difficult campaigns in the most trying of circumstances—I could not be more excited to add them to my team," said Dodd.

Dodd's momentum has also expanded into key early primary states, where veteran Iowa operatives have signed on the campaign.  In Iowa, the campaign recently brought on long-time aide to Leonard Boswell, Marc Beltrame, as Iowa State Director, and campaign press secretary to newly-elected Governor Chet Culver, Taylor West. 

Jim Dyke and Michael McKeon Join Giuliani Campaign

Jim Dyke and Michael McKeon Join Giuliani Campaign

New York –The Rudy Giuliani Presidential Exploratory Committee today announced that Jim Dyke and Michael McKeon will join the Committee as senior communications advisors. Dyke and McKeon will bring their invaluable expertise in government, campaign and private sector communications to the Committee.   

During the 2004 cycle, Dyke served as Communications Director of the Republican National Committee, where he spearheaded a successful communications strategy that helped re-elect President George W. Bush.

McKeon, a partner of Mercury Public Affairs, served as Senior Advisor and Communications Director to Governor George Pataki.

“Jim and Michael will play an integral role in the campaign as we continue to communicate the Mayor’s proven record and optimistic vision for the future. We are thrilled to have them as part of our team,” Committee Communications Director Katie Levinson said.

Orrin Hatch Endorses Mitt Romney For President

U.S. SENATOR ORRIN HATCH ENDORSES GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY FOR PRESIDENT

Boston, MA – Governor Mitt Romney today announced that U.S. Senator Orrin Hatch (R-UT) has endorsed his candidacy for President of the United States.  Senator Hatch joins a growing list of U.S. Senators who have already announced their support, including Senators Robert Bennett (R-UT), Larry Craig (R-ID), and Jim DeMint (R-SC).

"For more than 30 years, Senator Hatch has been a powerful and effective conservative voice in the United States Senate," said Governor Romney. "Senator Hatch is a leading authority on judicial matters and has worked to cut down the size of government and let hardworking Americans keep more of what they earn.  I am honored to have him on my campaign."

"Governor Romney has the leadership qualities we need to bring real change to Washington," said Senator Hatch.  "Governor Romney has the vision needed to meet the new generation of challenges facing our country.  People in Utah remember well his turning around the 2002 Winter Olympics.  His record as Governor is equally remarkable.  At a time of unprecedented challenges, we need to elect an innovative problem solver like Governor Romney."

John McCain Straight Talk Express Bus Tour Video

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Bill Richardson Statement on California’s Presidential Primary Move to February 5

New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson Statement on California’s Presidential Primary Move to February 5

SANTA FE, NM- New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson said today that moving the California Presidential primary election to February 5 is good for the Democratic Party and the primary process in general. The Governor issued the following statement:

“I believe that this change is great for the west and a positive development for my campaign,” said Governor Richardson.  “I am confident that my message and strong record of action will resonate with the voters of California.  As a western Governor I deal every day with issues important to the region, fighting for equal rights, protecting our environment, and promoting aggressive renewable energy policies and energy independence.  And like New Mexico, California is a diverse, multicultural state that will help the nominating process become even more inclusive and more reflective of America as it is today and will be in the future.”

Edwards Statement On California Moving Its Primary

EDWARDS STATEMENT ON CALIFORNIA MOVING ITS PRIMARY TO FEBRUARY 5TH, 2008

Chapel Hill, North Carolina – Senator John Edwards released the following statement today about California moving the date of its presidential primary to February 5th, 2008.

“California’s economic, social and ethnic diversity brings a valuable perspective to the nominating process and I am always glad for the opportunity to spend more time talking to Californians about their concerns and their hopes for the future.”