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Mike Huckabee launches "Hope to Higher Ground" Tour Across Iowa May 18 & 19, 2015

Mike Huckabee launches "Hope to Higher Ground" Tour Across Iowa May 18 & 19
Huckabee hosts "Hope to Higher Ground" events in Cedar Falls, Marshalltown, Story City and Johnston
 
Little Rock, Ark. - 2016 presidential candidate and former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee will launch his "Hope to Higher Ground" tour through Iowa May 18 & 19, 2015.  The tour includes stops in Cedar Falls, Marshalltown, Story City and Johnston.  The following are details of his Iowa stops:

May 18, 2015

EVENT: Gov. Huckabee delivers "Hope to Higher Ground" address at the Family Leader - Presidential Lecture Series
TIME: 5:30 p.m. CT
LOCATION: Cedar Falls High School Auditorium (South end of building / main entrance)
ADDRESS: 1015 Division St., Cedar Falls, Iowa

May 19, 2015

EVENT: Huckabee "Hope to Higher Ground" event
TIME: 7:30 a.m. CT
LOCATION: PIPAC Centre
ADDRESS: 1521 Technology Parkway, Cedar Falls, Iowa

EVENT: Huckabee "Hope to Higher Ground" event
TIME: 9:30 a.m. CT
LOCATION: Cecil's Café
ADDRESS: 101 Iowa Ave. East, Marshalltown, Iowa

EVENT: Huckabee "Hope to Higher Ground" event
TIME: Noon CT
LOCATION: Pizza Ranch
ADDRESS: 1513 Broad St., Story City, IA

EVENT: Huckabee "Hope to Higher Ground" event and media availability
TIME:  2 p.m. CT
LOCATION: Crossroads Shooting Sports
ADDRESS: 5550 Johnston Dr.,  Johnston, Iowa

Rick Santorum to visit Waukee, Des Moines, Marshalltown, Nevada, Webster City, Mason City, Waverly, and Cedar Falls *Updated

Santorum returns to Iowa, will visit Waukee, Des Moines, Marshalltown,
Nevada, Webster City, Mason City, Waverly, and Cedar Falls

VERONA, PA - Runner-up for the 2012 Republican presidential nomination, winner of the 2012 Iowa Republican Caucus, and former U.S. Senator Rick Santorum (R-PA) will return to Iowa on Saturday, May 16th for a three day swing through the Hawkeye State.
 
In addition to the following events, Senator Santorum will be holding private meetings with concerned Iowans through his visit.
 
Saturday, May 16, 2015

3:00pm CT: Senator Santorum will participate in the National Security Action Summit in Waukee, IA where he will address the threat of Radical Islam and Iran's nuclear ambitions.
 
Location:
Point of Grace Church
305 NE Dartmoor Drive
Waukee, IA
 
5:00pm CT: Senator Santorum will address the Iowa Republican Party's Annual Lincoln Dinner in Des Moines, IA where he will address the future of the Republican Party.
 
Location:
Iowa Events Center
730 3rd Street
Des Moines, IA
 
Sunday, May 17, 2015

1:30pm CT: Senator Santorum will address the Pachyderm Club in Marshalltown, IA.
 
Location:
Legends Bar and Restaurant
2902 Center Street
Marshalltown, IA
 
4:00pm CT: Senator Santorum will visit Quircks Grill and Bar in Ames, IA for a retail-style event.
 
Location:
Quircks Grill & Bar
835 6th Street, Ste 3
Nevada, IA
 
Monday, May 18, 2015

9:30am CT: Senator Santorum will visit Maid Rite in Webster City, IA for a retail-style event.
 
Location:
Maid Rite
409 Closz Drive
Webster City, IA
 
12:00pm CT (NEW TIME): : Senator Santorum will hold a townhall meeting at the Pizza Ranch in Mason City, IA.
 
Location:
Pizza Ranch
1617 Monroe
Mason City, IA
 
3:00pm CT: Senator Santorum will visit Duos in Waverly, IA for a retail-style event.
 
Location:
Duos
805 West Bremer Avenue
Waverly, IA
 
6:00pm CT: Senator Santorum will participate in the Iowa FAMiLY Leader's Northeast Iowa Presidential Lecture Series in Cedar Falls, IA.
 
Location:
Cedar Falls High School
1015 Division Street
Cedar Falls, IA

Rick Perry to make a Special Announcement in Addison, Texas on June 4, 2015

Rick Perry to make a Special Announcement in Addison, Texas on June 4, 2015

Governor & Mrs. Perry have been discussing the future of our great country and how their family can play a role.

Join them in Addison, TX on June 4th for a special announcement.

Parking is valet only and a ticket is required for entry. Food and refreshments will be served.

http://www.eventbrite.com/e/join-governor-mrs-perry-in-dallas-tx-tickets-16973654658

11:30 AM CDT

4350 Westgrove Dr
Addison, TX 75001

Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry will make a special announcement regarding his future intentions on Thursday, June 4th. He will be joined by his family & a group of America's finest patriots:

•Retired U.S. Navy SEAL Paul Craig
•Retired U.S. Navy SEAL JJ Jones
•Taya Kyle, widow of Chris Kyle, the most lethal sniper in U.S. history and author of American Sniper
•Retired U.S. Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell, author of Lone Survivor
•Melanie Luttrell, wife of Marcus Luttrell
•Navy SEAL Morgan Luttrell
•Retired U.S. Marine Corps Captain Dan Moran
•Retired U.S. Navy SEAL Pete Scobell
•Brad Thor, New York Times bestselling author
•Retired U.S. Navy SEAL and Medal of Honor Recipient Mike Thornton

Dr. Ben Carson’s Iowa Campaign Events on May 16, 2015 Include Republican Party of Iowa Lincoln Dinner

Dr. Ben Carson’s Iowa Campaign Events Include Republican Party of Iowa Lincoln Dinner

ALEXANDRIA, VA – May 15, 2015 On Saturday, May 16, Dr. Ben Carson will participate in campaign related events and will speak at the Republican Party of Iowa Lincoln Dinner.
 
Who: Dr. Ben Carson

What: Campaign events in Iowa

When: May 16, 2015

Where:
            
Warren County Pancake Breakfast – 8:15 a.m.
First Assembly of God Church
1700 W. 2nd Ave.
Indianola, Iowa

Iowa National Security Action Summit – 11 a.m.
Point of Grace Church
305 NE Dartmoor Dr.
Waukee, Iowa 50263

Republican Party of Iowa Lincoln Dinner – 5 p.m.
Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center
833 5th Ave.
Des Moines, Iowa 50309

Rick Santorum to visit Waverly, Iowa (Bremer County) on Monday, May 18, 2015

Rick Santorum to visit Waverly, Iowa (Bremer County) on Monday, May 18, 2015

VERONA, PA – Runner-up for the 2012 Republican presidential nomination, winner of the 2012 Iowa Republican Caucus, and former U.S. Senator Rick Santorum (R-PA) will visit Bremer County on May 18.

In addition to the following event, Senator Santorum will be holding private meetings with concerned Iowans throughout his trip.

Who: Former Sen. Rick Santorum (R-PA)

What: Meet and Greet

When:
 
Monday, May 18, 2015

3:00pm-3:45pm

WHERE:

Duos
805 West Bremer Avenue
Waverly ,IA

Hillary Clinton Swing in Iowa on May 18-19, 2015 to Focus on Small Business and Organizing

Hillary Clinton Swing in Iowa to Focus on Small Business and Organizing
 
Hillary Clinton will make her second campaign trip to Iowa on Monday, May 18 and Tuesday, May 19. During her visit, she will discuss ideas to expand small businesses in Iowa - an issue Clinton heard about during her previous trip through the state.   
 
On Tuesday, May 19, Hillary Clinton will host a discussion at a small business in Cedar Falls, Iowa, with members of the small business and lending communities. During her recent trip to Nevada, Clinton said, “I want to be the President for small business.”
 
In addition to the small business roundtable, Clinton will meet with Iowans who are working hard in support of her campaign. Clinton is dedicated to earning the support of every caucus-goer and will join local volunteers, organizers, and supporters in their homes to discuss and build her team's "Commit to Caucus" program.

Jeb Bush to Visit Iowa on Saturday, May 16, 2015

JEB BUSH TO VISIT IOWA ON SATURDAY
 
Tallahassee, FL – On Saturday, Right to Rise PAC Honorary Chairman Governor Jeb Bush will hold a town hall event at Loras College in Dubuque. Following the town hall, Governor Bush will deliver a speech at the Iowa Republican Party’s Lincoln Dinner in Des Moines.
 
Saturday, May 16, 2015
 
Event: Governor Bush town hall event at Loras College
Location:      

Loras College Alumni Campus Center – Ballroom A
1450 Alta Vista Street
Dubuque, Iowa 52001
 
Start Time:    10:00 AM CST
 
Doors open at 9:00 AM CST

Event: Governor Bush to speak at the Iowa GOP’s Lincoln Dinner
 
Location:      

Iowa Events Center
233 Center Street
Des Moines, IA 50309
 
Start Time: Governor Bush will speak at approximately 6:25 PM CST

Martin O'Malley "Announcement Coming" 2016 Website The Decision Sign-up

Martin O’Malley “Announcement Coming”

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Is he in or is he out? Will he run or won’t he?

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Our nation faces big challenges. Everyday Americans are working harder than ever, but falling further behind. In the face of unprecedented challenges, we need a new leader, one who is committed to restoring the American dream for every citizen, in every community. A proven, experienced leader with a record of getting the results we need. A leader who will move our nation forward.

Martin O'Malley is exactly who we need in the White House. Will he run?

And will you be the first to know? We’ll let you in on his decision before the media, the politicians and the Washington establishment, so sign up.

Thanks,

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O'PAC

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Rick Santorum to Make Major Announcement Near Boyhood Home in Butler County, Pennsylvania on Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Rick Santorum to make major announcement near boyhood home in Butler County, Pennsylvania

VERONA, PA - Runner-up for the 2012 Republican presidential nomination and former U.S. Senator Rick Santorum (R-PA) will make a major announcement near his boyhood home in Butler County, PA on Wednesday, May 27th.  
 
Who:
Sen. Rick Santorum (R-PA)
 
What:
Major Announcement
 
When:
Wednesday, May 27, 2015

5:00pm ET
 
Where:
Penn United Technologies
799 North Pike Road
Cabot, PA 16023

Gov. Mike Huckabee Will Sign Only One Pledge - "Pledge to the People"

Gov. Mike Huckabee will sign only one pledge - "Pledge to the People"

Huckabee: "Today I signed a 'Pledge to the People' to defend our Constitution and founding principles."
Little Rock, Ark. - Republican presidential candidate and former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee today announced he has signed a "Pledge to the People," and will not sign any other pledges during his campaign for president.
 
"Today I signed a 'Pledge to the People,' to defend our Constitution and founding principles, and not just speak to Americans, but for them, so that every American can go from Hope to Higher Ground," Gov. Huckabee said.  
 
Full text of the pledge is at HuckabeePledge.com and as follows:
 
Pledge to the People
 
I, Mike Huckabee, pledge allegiance to God, the Constitution, and the citizens of the United States:
 
- I will adhere to the Constitution of the United States.
- I will oppose and veto any and all efforts to increase taxes.
- I will advocate for a complete overhaul of our tax system. This means passing the FairTax and abolishing the IRS.
- I will support a Balanced Budget Amendment to the Constitution.
- I will now, and will for the duration of my presidency, promote and sign all measures leading to Obamacare's defunding, deauthorization, and repeal.
- I will oppose amnesty and government benefits for illegal immigrants who violated our laws, repeal President Obama's unconstitutional executive orders, and secure our borders.
- I will stand for the sanctity of all human life from the moment of conception until the grave. Taking this unequivocal stand includes fighting to defund Planned Parenthood.
- I will stand for the Institution of Marriage and vigorously oppose any redefinition.
- I will defend our 2nd Amendment rights and oppose gun control legislation.
- I will fight for the United States military to be the most feared, respected, and capable fighting force the world has ever known. I will restore our military infrastructure after years of abuse and neglect.
- I will stand with our friend and ally Israel in our shared fight against Radical Islam.
- I will do everything in my power to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear capability.
- I will end the national disgrace of failing to properly care for our veterans.
- I will protect Social Security and Medicare and never rob seniors of the benefits they were promised and forced to pay for.
- I will fight to kill Common Core and restore common sense. Education is a family function - not a federal function.
- I will support the elevation of none but faithful constitutionalists as judges or justices. They must be committed to restraint and applying the original meaning of the Constitution, not legislating from the bench.
- I will fight for term limits for members of Congress and judges.