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Clint Howard Endorses Ted Cruz for President

Clint Howard Endorses Ted Cruz for President

HOUSTON, Texas – Today the Cruz for President campaign announced the endorsement of actor Clint Howard. Howard is an actor who has starred in over 200 films over the past 50 years including How the Grinch Stole Christmas and Apollo 13.

“Clint Howard is an excellent actor and a true patriot,” Cruz said. “It is encouraging to see members of Hollywood stand up for principle. Our country is in desperate need of leaders who will guide us toward what is moral and right and Clint is one of those leaders. He understands where our country is headed and what needs to be done and I truly appreciate his support.”

“When candidates began declaring their intentions to run for President, I started doing research and quickly landed on Ted Cruz. I discovered a guy who has deep conviction for a set of principles and ideas I believe in,” Clint said. “I like Mr. Cruz because he has courage to fight and take the flak from people who want to undermine those ideas. He's not only unafraid, he's anxious to engage these people in a dialogue that puts truth and common sense into the conversation. And then, there's old fashion 'leadership'. As the campaign heats up, it's clear to me that Ted Cruz has what it takes to give our great nation the leadership she deserves.”

Howard was born in Burbank, California, the son of actors Rance Howard and Jean Speegle Howard, and the younger brother of actor-director-producer Ron Howard. Clint Howard began his career when he was two, appearing in five episodes of the Andy Griffith Show. As he grew older, he appeared on various shows such as Breaking Point, The Fugitive, Gentle Ben, Night Gallery, various Star Trek episodes, Arrested Development, Seinfeld, and My Name is Earl.

In his film debut he appeared on The Courtship of Eddie’s Father, and has since been in Grand Theft Auto, Cocoon, Gun Ho, Backdraft, Parenthood, The Waterboy, Austin Powers, and many more.

Howard is outspoken about his views of conservatism in Hollywood in the midst of much backlash and trepidation.

What They Are Saying About Marco Rubio at the Fox News Republican Debate in Des Moines, Iowa

Marco Shined

Marco showed tonight why Democrats fear him most. With his optimistic message and vision for the country, Marco not only won the debate, he absolutely dominated.
 
Dana Bash: Rubio Shined
 
Marc Thiessen: Marco Rubio Won It
 
The Resurgent's Erick Erickson said Rubio was the intentional winner of the debate for his substance and clarity. “The intentional winner of the Fox News debate was Marco Rubio. He had a really good debate. He was substantive and sharp, clear and polished. He came across as likable. He came across as someone who knows foreign policy.”

National Review said that Rubio helped himself the most of any candidate in the debate. “Amongst the leaders, Rubio performed the best and probably helped himself the most. He’s very good at turning questions back to attacks on Hillary…”

ABC News' Rick Klein say Marco had a 'strong night talking foreign policy.' "Trump's absence opened up room for Marco Rubio to have a strong night talking foreign policy, particularly as he contrasted his record with the others senators on stage."

The Daily Caller called Rubio smooth and substantive.. “Like always, Rubio was smooth, passionate and often substantive, but most importantly he came across as likeable. His likeability factor stood in stark contrast to the debate’s main loser, Ted Cruz.”

National Journal said Rubio’s strong debate performance proved that he's the consensus candidate for the GOP. “But with a dis­cip­lined de­liv­ery, bite-sized testi­mo­ni­als of his Chris­ti­an faith, and an ar­tic­u­la­tion of a mus­cu­lar for­eign policy vis­ion that matches the angst of voters, he found him­self well-po­si­tioned for a strong fin­ish in the Iowa caucuses. In the fi­nal GOP de­bate be­fore Iowa voters cast their bal­lots, Ru­bio proved he’s a con­sensus can­did­ate in a splintered party whose lead­ers are des­per­ately look­ing for any kind of unity.”

Bloomberg reported Rubio’s debate performance was confident and smooth. “Confident and, yes, charming, occupying a groove that allowed him to bring segments of his clever stump speech to a wide TV audience—both the appealing conversational elements and the more rigid talking points. Smoothly wove recent news developments and mentions of his faith into his presentation.”

The International Business Times praised Rubio for commanding the stage during the debate. “Marco Rubio filled the hole left by the businessman's characteristic bombast, and instead commanded the stage with powerful rhetoric about how to defeat extremist groups and side-stepping attacks."

The Reno-Gazette Journal talked to voters and experts who thought Rubio bested Ted Cruz in the debate. “Kim Bacchus, campaign chair for the Washoe Republican Women, said it appeared Rubio bested Cruz."

Town Hall with Jeb Bush at the Alpine Club in Manchester, New Hampshire on Monday, February 1, 2016

Town Hall with Jeb Bush  at the Alpine Club in Manchester, New Hampshire on Monday, February 1, 2016

When:
Monday, February 1, 2016 at 6:30 PM (EST)

Where:
Alpine Club
175 Putnam Street
Manchester, NH 03102

Hosted By:
Jeb 2016, Inc.

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/manchester-town-hall-with-jeb-bush-tickets-21091421008

Event Details:

Doors open at 5:30 PM

All bags are subject to inspection upon entry and are subject to additional inspections within the event space.

Jeb Bush Countdown to Caucus Tour in Des Moines, Iowa on Monday, February 1, 2016

Jeb! Countdown to Caucus Tour in Des Moines, Iowa on Monday, February 1, 2016

When:
Monday, February 1, 2016 at 12:15 PM (CST)

Where:
Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown
101 East Locust Street
Des Moines, IA 50309

Hosted By:
Jeb 2016, Inc.

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/jeb-countdown-to-caucus-tour-des-moines-iowa-tickets-21111168072

Event Details:

Doors open at 11:15 PM

All bags are subject to inspection upon entry and are subject to additional inspections within the event space.

Donald J. Trump at the Exeter Town Hall in Exeter, New Hampshire on Thursday, February 4, 2016

Donald J. Trump at the Exeter Town Hall in Exeter, New Hampshire on Thursday, February 4, 2016 

When:
Thursday, February 4, 2016 at 12:00 PM (EST)

Where:

9 Front Street
Exeter, NH 03833

Hosted By:
Donald J. Trump for President - New Hampshire

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/donald-j-trump-in-exeter-nh-tickets-21057286912

Event Details:

Doors open at 10:00 a.m.

Town Hall with Marco Rubio at Belknap Mill in Laconia, New Hampshire on Wednesday, February 3, 2016

Town Hall with Marco Rubio at Belknap Mill in Laconia, New Hampshire on Wednesday, February 3, 2016

When:
Wednesday, February 3, 2016 from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM (EST)

Where:
Belknap Mill
25 Beacon Street East
Laconia, NH 03246

Hosted By:
Marco Rubio for President

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/laconia-town-hall-with-marco-rubio-tickets-21085690869

Event Details:

Please join Marco Rubio for a Town Hall on February 3rd! Senator Rubio will deliver remarks and share his vision for A New American Century. DOORS OPEN at 11:30 AM and the EVENT BEGINS at 12:30 PM.

Each guest is required to RSVP for ALL Marco Rubio for President Events, including all adults over age 12. Each attendee must complete registration separately.

Town Hall Meeting with Marco Rubio in Salem, New Hampshire on Thursday, February 4, 2016

Town Hall Meeting with Marco Rubio in Salem, New Hampshire on Thursday, February 4, 2016

When:
Thursday, February 4, 2016 from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM (EST)

Where:
Mary A Fisk Elementary School - Cafeteria
14 Main Street
Salem, NH 03079

Hosted By:
Marco Rubio for President

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/salem-town-hall-meeting-with-marco-rubio-tickets-21085520359

Event Details:

Please join Marco Rubio for a Town Hall on February 4th! Senator Rubio will deliver remarks and share his vision for A New American Century. DOORS OPEN at 5:00 PM and the EVENT BEGINS at 6:00 PM.

Each guest is required to RSVP for ALL Marco Rubio for President Events, including all adults over age 12. Each attendee must complete registration separately. If you are unable to RSVP via Eventbrite, onsite registration will be available (pending venue capacity) at the door.

Town Hall Meeting with Marco Rubio at Saint Anselm- Institute of Politics in Manchester, New Hampshire on Thursday, February 4, 2016

Town Hall Meeting with Marco Rubio at Saint Anselm- Institute of Politics in Manchester, New Hampshire on Thursday, February 4, 2016

When:
Thursday, February 4, 2016 from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM (EST)

Where:
Saint Anselm- Institute of Politics
100 Saint Anselm Drive
Manchester, NH 03102

Hosted By:
Marco Rubio for President

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/manchester-town-hall-meeting-with-marco-rubio-tickets-21085356870

Event Details:

Please join Marco Rubio for a Town Hall on February 4th! Senator Rubio will deliver remarks and share his vision for A New American Century. DOORS OPEN at 11:30 AM and the EVENT BEGINS at 12:30 PM.

Each guest is required to RSVP for ALL Marco Rubio for President Events, including all adults over age 12. Each attendee must complete registration separately. If you are unable to RSVP via Eventbrite, onsite registration will be available (pending venue capacity) at the door.

Town Hall Meeting with Ted Cruz in Laconia, New Hampshire on Thursday, February 4, 2016

Town Hall Meeting with Ted Cruz in Laconia, New Hampshire on Thursday, February 4, 2016

When:
Thursday, February 4, 2016 from 6:15 PM to 8:15 PM (EST)

Where:
Beane Conference Center
35 Blueberry Lane
Laconia, NH

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/laconia-nh-town-hall-meeting-with-ted-cruz-tickets-21087646719

Event Details:

Please join us for a Town Hall Meeting with Ted Cruz!

Doors open at 5:45 PM

Pre-Debate Town Hall Meeting with Ted Cruz at Lancaster School in Salem, New Hampshire on Friday, February 5, 2016

Pre-Debate Town Hall Meeting with Ted Cruz at Lancaster School in Salem, New Hampshire on Friday, February 5, 2016

When:
Friday, February 5, 2016 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EST)

Where:
Lancaster School
54 Millville St
Salem, NH

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/pre-debate-salem-nh-town-hall-meeting-with-ted-cruz-tickets-21089457134

Event Details:

Please join us for a Town Hall Meeting with Ted Cruz!

Doors open at 5:30 PM