2016 Presidential Campaign Blog

Ted Cruz Statement Welcoming Ben Carson, Carly Fiorina, and Mike Huckabee to 2016 GOP Primary

CRUZ: I welcome Ben Carson, Carly Fiorina, and Gov. Mike Huckabee into the race

HOUSTON, Texas -- Today, U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, released the following statement welcoming Ben Carson, Carly Fiorina, and Gov. Mike Huckabee to the race for the Republican nomination for President of the United States:

"The entry of three more candidates into the 2016 GOP primary this week is terrific news for our party and indicative of the strong field of candidates that will compete in the 2016 cycle. I welcome Ben Carson, Carly Fiorina, and Gov. Mike Huckabee into the race. All are individuals for whom I hold immense respect and who have inspiring stories that will energize Republicans across the country and get them engaged in the important issues before us."

Right to Rise PAC Releases New Web Video Featuring Jeb Bush: "Cinco de Mayo"

RIGHT TO RISE PAC RELEASES NEW WEB VIDEO: “CINCO DE MAYO”
 
Tallahassee, FL — In honor of Cinco de Mayo, the Right to Rise PAC released a new web video featuring former Florida Governor Jeb Bush, the PAC’s Honorary Chairman, with a message for the entire Hispanic population in the United States, but especially those of Mexican origin. Governor Bush, in a direct-camera address, discusses the importance of the Cinco de Mayo holiday and the relationship between Mexico and the United States, while wishing everyone a happy Cinco de Mayo.
 
“Here in the U.S., Cinco de Mayo has become a day where we celebrate our ties with México and the great contributions of the Mexican-American community in the U.S.,” said Honorary Chairman Jeb Bush. “Happy Cinco de Mayo to all.”
 
Transcript:
 
Governor Jeb Bush: Les habla Jeb Bush
[I’m Jeb Bush.]
 
Hoy, el Cinco de Mayo quisiera dirigir un mensaje a toda la comunidad hispana del país, y en especial a nuestros compatriotas de origen Mexicano.
[Today, Cinco de Mayo, I would like to send a message to the entire U.S. Hispanic community, and especially to our fellow Americans of Mexican origin.]
 
El Cinco de Mayo es una fecha honorable en la que Mexico, nuestro vecino se defendió con valentía ante una intervención extranjera.
[Cinco de Mayo is an honorable date when Mexico, our neighbor, bravely defended itself against a foreign intervention.]  
 
Aquí en los Estados Unidos el Cinco de Mayo se ha convertido en un día en que reconocemos  y celebramos nuestra relación , nuestros  lazos con México y las grandes aportaciones de la comunidad Mexico-Americana a nuestro país.
[Here in the US, Cinco de Mayo has become a day where we celebrate our ties with México and the great contributions of the Mexican-American community in the US.]
 
En mi caso, esa relación es muy profunda. Mi esposa Columba nació en México, mi familia tiene fuertes lazos con México y yo tengo un gran respeto y cariño por nuestros vecinos.
[In my case, this relationship is very profound. My wife Columba was born in Mexico, my family has always had strong ties with Mexico and I have great respect and affection for our neighboring country.]
 
Feliz Cinco de Mayo para todos.
[Happy Cinco de Mayo to all.]

What They’re Saying About Scott Walker's Michigan Trip on May 4, 2015

What They’re Saying About Scott Walker's Michigan Trip on May 4, 2015

The Associated Press: "… Scott Walker on Monday touted tax cuts to boost the U.S. economy, a day before Michigan voters decide the fate of tax hikes. The Wisconsin governor … said he cut taxes by $2 billion over four years in Wisconsin to help cut the unemployment rate in half since January 2010, a year before he took office." (David Eggert, May 4, 2015)

Michigan Live: “Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker, speaking Monday inside an old automobile museum in Michigan, presented himself as a reform-minded Republican unafraid to take on entrenched union power. … During his speech, Walker focused on economic growth, entitlement reform and national security.” (Jonathan Oostin, May 4, 2015)

Detroit Free Press: “Walker spoke to Ingham County Republicans in Lansing Monday before traveling to Novi, telling reporters: ‘With reform minded leadership, we can turn our states around ... There is still much more work to be done, but it gives me hope that in America, with the right leadership in a couple of years, we can turn this country around.’” (Kathleen Gray, May 4, 2015)

The Detroit News: “Walker also spoke mid-day Monday to an Ingham County Republican Party luncheon in Lansing before heading to Novi for 1,000-seat, sold-out event at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi.” (Lauren Abdel-Razzaq, May 4, 2015)

The Hill: “In a fiery keynote address to about 1,000 local activists and party officials at the Oakland County Republican Party’s Lincoln Day Dinner in suburban Detroit, Walker thrilled the crowd as he confidently ticked through his catalogue of accomplishments. … Walker said he cut taxes in Wisconsin by $2 billion, turned a $3.6 billion budget deficit into a half-billion dollar surplus, fully funded the state’s pension system, and reduced unemployment from 9.2 percent to 4.6 percent while achieving one of the highest labor participation rates in the country at 68 percent.” (Jonathan Easley, May 4, 2015)

MSNBC: “In his 40-minute address, Walker touted right-to-work policies, his battle against the teachers’ unions, and voter ID laws in Wisconsin. ‘I tell these stories because I think it’s important to tell Americans there’s hope,’ he said. ‘There’s hope, in large part, because we’ve seen the transformation that’s happened in states when we put common sense Republican reforms in place!’” (Jane C. Timm, May 4, 2015)

CNN: “Speaking in Novi, Michigan, the Wisconsin Republican rallied around the plight of a Michigan man who has been held hostage in Iran since 2011 and blasted Obama for failing to do enough on the missing man's behalf -- as well as failing to ward off attacks by Islamic terrorists around the world. … Speaking at an Oakland County Republican Dinner, Walker listed terrorist acts committed by individuals affiliated with ISIS and others who sympathize with the group.” (Ashley Killough, May 4, 2015)

Governor John Kasich to Visit New Hampshire on May 6, 2015

Governor John Kasich to Visit New Hampshire on May 6, 2015

Governor John Kasich will visit New Hampshire tomorrow, May 6th to meet with residents, political leaders and other activists. In addition to the public events below, Governor Kasich will be taping Conversation with the Candidate at WMUR in Manchester.

Concord
WHAT: Business Roundtable with New Hampshire House Business Caucus & Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce.
WHEN: Noon, Wednesday May 6th
WHERE: Barley House Restaurant, 132 N. Main Street, Concord
 
Nashua
WHAT: Meet and Greet
WHEN: 4:30 p.m., Wednesday May 6th
WHERE: Martha's Exchange Restaurant and Brewing Co. 185 Main St., Nashua
 

Mike Huckabee Makes 2016 Decision in Hope, Arkansas on Tuesday, May 5, 2015

Gov. Huckabee makes 2016 decision in Hope, Ark. and rolls out weeklong Iowa & S.C. schedule
Launches "Factories, Farms & Freedom" tour across Iowa and S.C. with major economic policy address in Greenville

Little Rock, Ark. - Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee will announce his decision about entering the 2016 presidential race Tues., May 5 in his hometown of Hope, Ark.  On Weds. and Thurs. he travels to Iowa to launch his "Factories, Farms & Freedom" tour with various stops across the state. On Fri., Gov. Huckabee will finish his "Factories, Farms & Freedom" tour in S.C. with an economic opportunity address titled "America's Maximum Wage" at the Greenville Chamber of Commerce.

May 5, 2015
 
EVENT: Gov. Mike Huckabee announces 2016 presidential decision
TIME: 10:00 am CT
LOCATION: University of Arkansas Community College at Hope (Hempstead Hall)
ADDRESS: 2500 South Main Street, Hope, Ark.

May 6, 2015

EVENT: Gov. Huckabee hosts "Factories, Farms and Freedom" listening session with workers at Clow Valve
TIME: 12:30 p.m. CT
LOCATION: Clow Valve
ADDRESS: 902 S 2nd St., Oskaloosa, Iowa

EVENT: Gov. Huckabee hosts "Factories, Farms & Freedom" rally
TIME: 7:00 p.m. CT
LOCATION: Living History Farms
ADDRESS: 11121 Hickman Rd., Urbandale, Iowa

May 7, 2015

EVENT: Gov. Huckabee hosts "Factories, Farms & Freedom" rally
TIME: 8:30 a.m. CT
LOCATION: Charlies's American Grill
ADDRESS: 701 Gordon Drive, Sioux City, Iowa

EVENT: Gov. Huckabee hosts "Factories, Farms & Freedom" rally
TIME: Noon CT
LOCATION: Pizza Ranch
ADDRESS: 2450 Westdale Drive, Cedar Rapids, Iowa

May 8, 2015

EVENT: Gov. Huckabee finalizes "Factories, Farms & Freedom" tour with economic opportunity address titled "America's Maximum Wage"
TIME: 11:30 a.m. ET
LOCATION: Embassy Suites Golf Resort & Conference Center  
ADDRESS: 670 Verdae Blvd., Greenville, S.C.

Iowa State Senator Jack Whitver Named Iowa State Chair for Marco Rubio Presidential Campaign

Senator Jack Whitver to Lead Marco Rubio Presidential Campaign

Des Moines, Iowa -US Senator and 2016 Presidential candidate Marco Rubio announced his first state chair in the nation and first Iowa leader today. State Senator Jack Whitver has been tapped to lead the Marco Rubio for President campaign in the first in the nation caucus state.

"I am excited to endorse Senator Marco Rubio for President  and proud to be named his State Chair in Iowa. Not only is Senator Rubio is a great family man and an extremely genuine person, but he is a new generation conservative who can unite our party and inspire the country," Whitver said.

"I believe this election is about the future. Senator Rubio has a clear vision for where he wants to lead America in the 21st Century. He is the only candidate who has proposed a detailed, innovative new agenda to help more people achieve the American Dream than ever before and create a new American century," added Whitver.  "Iowa is ready for a new generation of leadership in America.

I look forward to introducing Senator Rubio around the state and I am excited to build a great team of Iowans looking to move America forward. I believe Iowans will respond to his message and see that he is the right person to lead our great country."

Whitver, 34, is a small business owner and attorney. He is in his second term in the Iowa Senate, where he represents northern Polk County. He is currently the Republican Whip in the Iowa Senate.

Ben Carson 2016 Presidential Campaign Announcement Livestream Options

https://www.bencarson.com/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15XbHdkkuhA

http://livestream.com/accounts/1408609/events/4001731

Carly Fiorina "I'm Running For President" 2016 Presidential Campaign Announcement Video

“Our Founders never intended us to have a professional political class. They believed that citizens and leaders needed to step forward.  We know the only way to reimagine our government is to reimagine who is leading it. I’m Carly Fiorina and I’m running for president.”

Mike Huckabee announces addition of Hope Walker as South Carolina State Director

Huckabee announces addition of Hope Walker as South Carolina State Director
Huckabee: "Hope brings unmatched political credentials to the table."

Little Rock, Ark. - In advance of his May 5 announcement of a decision on running for president, Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee announced today the addition of Hope Walker as his South Carolina State Director.  Walker most recently served as State Director of the South Carolina Republican Party.

"I have a special affinity in my heart for incredible towns and great people named 'Hope,'" Gov. Huckabee said.  "I'm proud to have Hope Walker join my team in South Carolina.  She knows every corner of the Palmetto State and has built invaluable relationships with Republicans statewide.  She brings unmatched political credentials to the table."

"I'm absolutely thrilled about joining Governor Huckabee's team," Walker said. "I've worked at the South Carolina Republican Party for the past four years, and I've had the privilege of meeting many politicians and presidential candidates. Governor Huckabee connects with grassroots activists in South Carolina better than anyone I've ever seen. He stands out as a genuine, authentic man of integrity who can communicate the Republican message in a positive, upbeat way."

Walker adds, "While Governor, he cut taxes nearly 100 times, balanced the budget for ten years straight, and grew the average Arkansas family income by 50%. What's so fascinating is that he accomplished this amidst a hugely Democrat legislature - not to mention South Carolinians want to defeat the Clinton machine and Governor Huckabee is the only one who has proven he can. Should he decide to run, Gov. Huckabee has a strong conservative record and real conservative accomplishments that will be very popular with voters here in South Carolina."

Walker is from Irmo, S.C. and is a 2011 graduate of Newberry College with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a double minor in History and Spanish where she was active as Student Body President. She has experience in various areas of the South Carolina Republican Party, ranging from campaigning and fundraising to event planning and constituent service. Walker has served on multiple boards within the SCGOP and is knowledgeable and engaged in party politics.

Carly Fiorina for President 2016 Website Now Online

https://carlyforpresident.com/