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TEAM MCCAIN ANNOUNCES FLORIDA ADVISORY COMMITTEE
McCain's Exploratory Committee Adds Leading Florida Republicans
ARLINGTON, VA - U.S. Senator John McCain's presidential exploratory committee today announced that five influential Florida Republicans and political operatives will make up its Florida advisory committee.
The advisory committee will include former Florida Attorney General Jim Smith, immediate past Florida Republican Party Vice Chairman J. Allison DeFoor, former chief-of-staff to Governor Bob Martinez and senior advisor to Jeb Bush's 1994 campaign for Governor, John "Mac" Stipanovich, former Chairman of Governor Jeb Bush's Council of Economic Advisors J. Antonio Villamil, and Cory Tilley, a top public relations adviser and who was deputy chief of staff to former Governor Jeb Bush.
The committee members will use their combined years of experience and understanding of Florida's political landscape to provide strategic guidance and leadership to Senator McCain's exploratory committee in the state.
The Honorable Jim Smith served as Florida's Attorney General from 1979 to 1987, as well as serving two separate times as Florida's Secretary of State.
"Senator John McCain has the right brand of experience and leadership for Florida," said DeFoor. "Senator McCain has dedicated his life to the principles that Republicans know are critical to keeping our country safe."
John "Mac" Stipanovich served as the executive director of President Ronald Reagan's successful Florida re-election campaign in 1984.
"John McCain is a man whose physical courage and dedication to his country was demonstrated in war and whose moral courage and conservative principles have been proven in peace. He is the kind of leader America must have now," said Stipanovich.
"It is an honor to join a leader who is willing to stand up and fight against the misuse and waste of taxpayer dollars," said Villamil. "Senator McCain is a proven fiscal conservative."
"Senator John McCain's common sense conservative values are just right for our state," said Tilley. "Florida Republicans know and understand that Senator McCain has spent a lifetime dedicated to his core principles of service and honor."
Senator John McCain stated that he was pleased with the addition of these highly regarded Florida Republicans. "I'm extremely proud to be joined by such highly regarded and respected Florida leaders," Senator McCain said. "They will be a valuable part of our team and I look forward to working with them."
NPR News and Iowa Public Radio to Produce Live National Presidential Candidate Debates, January 9-10; Debates to be Exclusive to Radio and Internet
Washington, D.C. and Des Moines, IA; February 15, 2007 – NPR News and Iowa Public Radio are partnering to produce two live national presidential debates in advance of the 2008 Iowa Caucus.
The Democratic and Republican debates will feature the leading contenders in each race and take place on January 9 and 10 in Des Moines; the Caucus is January 14. The national debates will be exclusive to NPR Member stations for radio-only broadcast, and available through NPR.org and the stations’ websites.
These events mark the second time NPR News is collaborating with the Iowa public radio station community to host presidential debates. In 2004, NPR, the WOI Radio Group and other individual NPR Member stations in the state joined to produce a two-hour Democratic radio debate with the six leading candidates. Since that broadcast, the stations at Iowa’s three major universities merged to form Iowa Public Radio: they are WSUI, University of Iowa in Iowa City; WOI-AM/FM, Iowa State University, and KUNI, University of Northern Iowa.
“The format and qualities of public radio are well-suited to a presidential candidates’ debate, offering listeners substantive, thoughtful and intimate conversation,” said Ken Stern, Chief Executive Officer, NPR. “Since the 2004 elections, the public has increasingly turned in record numbers to NPR News and NPR Member stations for objective, information-rich journalism. These upcoming debates, in partnership with our colleagues in Iowa, are part of a comprehensive, cross-platform, multi-year commitment to election coverage we have made to serve that demand.”
Noted Cindy Browne, Executive Director, Iowa Public Radio, "Iowans are proud of their first-in-the-nation caucuses because they represent a kind of citizen dialogue about the issues that's difficult to find elsewhere. The civil approach of NPR News reflects the nature of the Iowa caucuses and we are delighted to be involved with them in these important events.”
Iowa Public Radio was formed in 2005 to align the stations of the WOI Radio Group in Ames, KUNI/KHKE in Cedar Falls-Waterloo and KSUI/WSUI in Iowa City in greater service to the people of Iowa. The stations offer local and national news and three statewide talk programs as well as full-time music formats to the community they serve, reaching more than 220,000 people.
NPR News’ commitment to election coverage has unified national and local journalism and crosses all media platforms. On mid-term election night November 7, NPR News offered nine consecutive hours of live coverage, with two anchor teams and 30 reporters on location around the country. NPR.org provided a roadmap to all major races and issues, with interactive links to local Member stations’ coverage. Following the election, NPR News produced a weeklong series on bipartisanship and the art of compromise, with 27 segments airing across seven programs in the NPR schedule. NPR News also offered a newsmaking exclusive interview with President Bush on January 29. NPR programs reach 26 million listeners weekly.
Pirozzi, Hayler and Daley to Lead Clinton's Team
The Clinton campaign today announced several key additions to its senior staff in Iowa. Joining State Director, Walnut native and former Chief of Staff to Senator Tom Harkin, JoDee Winterhof, will be Deputy State Director and Caucus Manager Angelique Pirozzi, Political Director Chris Hayler and Communications Director Mark Daley. All three bring extensive experience in Iowa to the campaign.
"Our team in Iowa continues to get stronger and I am excited to be working with these talented individuals," said Senator Hillary Clinton. "I am eager to spend more time in the Hawkeye state, listening to voters and moving our campaign forward."
Deputy State Director and Caucus Manager Angelique Pirozzi served as Caucus Manager and Get-Out-The-Vote Director for Senator John Kerry's in 2004 and Deputy Caucus Manager for Vice President Al Gore's 2000 Iowa Caucus Victories. Pirozzi has run numerous races including Vice President Gore's 2000 victory in Wisconsin in the general election.
Political Director Chris Hayler recently worked as Iowa Political Director for U.S. Senator Evan Bayh and has worked across the state for U.S. John Kerry and the Democratic Party's coordinated campaign in 2002.
Communications Director was the Communications Director for the Iowa Democratic Party during the 2004.
"The Clinton campaign in Iowa is attracting significant support across the state," said JoDee Winterhof. "We are thrilled to have the collective skills and deep Iowa experience of these hard working individuals joining our team."
LEMBKE JOINS SUPPORTERS OF TEAM MCCAIN IN ALABAMA
Election Attorney To Serve As Alabama Counsel
ARLINGTON, VA - U.S. Senator John McCain's presidential exploratory committee today announced that attorney Matt Lembke, who served as counsel to Gov. Bob Riley, has agreed to serve as legal counsel in Alabama should the Arizona Senator decide to seek the presidency.
"Sen. McCain is the conservative leader we need guiding America with a firm and principled hand," Lembke said. "I look forward to bringing my past experience in election law to Senator McCain's presidential exploratory committee."
Lembke served as state counsel to Bush-Cheney '00 and '04.
Senator John McCain said Lembke brings to the exploratory committee an unmatched depth of experience and knowledge in state election law. "Matt Lembke has one of the best legal minds in Alabama," said Senator McCain. "He has served both Governor Riley and President Bush, and I am proud to call him a member of our team."
Mayor Giuliani Announces Massachusetts Leadership Team
Majority of Republican State Senators Endorse Mayor Giuliani
New York City -The Rudy Giuliani Presidential Exploratory Committee today announced key Massachusetts Republican leaders who will lead Mayor Giuliani's efforts in the state. The team will be led by senior advisor to the Committee, former Governor Paul Cellucci, and includes a majority of Republican State Senators, as well as past and present leaders in Republican politics.
Joining the Mayor's statewide efforts as co-chairs are Senators Richard Tisei, Bruce Tarr and Michael Knapik. Brian Cresta, the former Chair of the Massachusetts Republican State Committee, will serve as Eastern Massachusetts Chairman. Brian Lee, former Massachusetts Senate Minority Leader from 1994 to 2005 and now Hampden County Clerk of Courts, will serve as Western Massachusetts Chairman.
Senate Minority Leader Tisei highlighted Mayor Giuliani's leadership in pledging his support. "Mayor Giuliani is a proven leader who has shown he can get the job done. He's a problem solver who delivered real results for New York City by promoting fiscal responsibility, reforming the welfare system and balancing the budget. I'm proud to be working on the ground in Massachusetts to help elect Rudy Giuliani as our next president."
Rudy Giuliani Exploratory Committee Communications Director Katie Levinson remarked, "It's an honor to have such valued Republican leaders in Massachusetts supporting Mayor Giuliani."
MASSACHUSETTS LEADERS ENDORSE GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY
Boston, MA - Today, a broad coalition of 27 Massachusetts currently elected officials endorsed Governor Mitt Romney and his candidacy for President of the United States of America.
Praising Governor Romney as "a strong and innovative leader ready to take on a new generation of challenges," 18 Republican members of the Massachusetts House of Representatives signed a letter announcing their support. To see the full letter, please click: http://www.mittromney.com/img/pdf/Massachusetts_Letter.pdf
"I am proud to have the support of so many Republican leaders in Massachusetts. For four years, we worked together to transform and innovate state government," said Governor Romney. "I look forward to working with them again as we confront a new generation of challenges and build a new American dream."
Today's endorsements come as Governor Romney returns home to Massachusetts following a three-state campaign swing through Michigan, Iowa and South Carolina.
TEAM MCCAIN GROWS IN NEW HAMPSHIRE
Matt Mayberry To Serve As Chair of Strafford Count
ARLINGTON, VA – U.S. Senator John McCain's presidential exploratory committee today announced that Matt Mayberry will serve as chairman of the Arizona Senator’s exploratory committee in Strafford County, New Hampshire. Mayberry will also join the New Hampshire steering committee.
Mayberry is a longtime New Hampshire activist and most recently assisted in statewide organizing for former Governor George Pataki. Previously, Mayberry served as chairman of Strafford County for Bush-Cheney ‘04 and seacoast chairman of Senator Elizabeth Dole's presidential exploratory committee in New Hampshire. He also served on Senator Lamar Alexander's campaign for President.
“I have great respect for the Senator and his service to our country,” said Mayberry. “It is an honor to join John McCain’s team.”
"Matt Mayberry is a top-notch organizer and we are very fortunate to have him on our team in New Hampshire," said Senator John McCain.
JOHN CHAMBERS TO JOIN TEAM MCCAIN
To Serve As National Co-Chair And Economic And Technology Advisor
ARLINGTON, VA - U.S. Senator John McCain's presidential exploratory committee today announced that John Chambers, chairman and CEO of Cisco*, will serve as the Arizona Senator's national co-chair and economic and technology advisor.
In the role of national co-chair, Chambers will help lead Senator McCain's exploratory committee. As economic and technology advisor, he will provide advice on policies concerning American competitiveness, innovation, and economic growth.
"I believe John McCain is the right leader to move America forward," said Chambers. "He understands the value that technology contributes to economic prosperity and growth. I look forward to helping Senator McCain promote his vision for a strong, competitive, and innovative nation."
Senator McCain called John Chambers a respected leader in global business. "I am very pleased to have John's support," said Senator McCain. "His knowledge and dedication to improving our global economy is commendable. I look forward to working with John to establish a dialogue with citizens nationwide about how we can best harness innovation and technology to grow our economy."
* Mr. Chambers is endorsing Senator McCain in his individual capacity and not on behalf of Cisco Systems.
GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY ANNOUNCES MICHIGAN "ROMNEY" CAUCUS
Boston, MA - Today, Governor Mitt Romney announced that eight members of the Michigan Senate and 34 members of the Michigan House of Representatives have endorsed his candidacy for President of the United States. Over half of the Republicans in the Michigan State Legislature are now supporting Governor Romney.
"The Republicans in the House and Senate are on the front line in the battle to promote conservative ideas in Michigan government," said Governor Romney. "I am proud to have so many of these distinguished leaders as part of my team, and I am humbled by their support."
The Michigan "Romney" Caucus comprises members of the Michigan Senate and House who are supporting Governor Romney for President. They will provide advice and counsel on critical issues facing Michigan and the nation.
There are 21 Republican senators and 52 Republican representatives in Michigan.
