Congressman Howard Coble (R-NC) Endorses Mitt Romney

Feb 04, 2008 -- Boston, MA – Today, U.S. Congressman Howard Coble (R-NC) announced that he is endorsing Mitt Romney to be our next President of the United States. Congressman Coble joins Congresswoman Virginia Foxx from North Carolina in supporting Governor Romney.

Making today's announcement, Congressman Coble issued the following statement: "I am pleased to endorse Mitt Romney for the Republican presidential nomination."

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Welcoming Congressman Coble's support, Governor Romney said, "In Washington, Congressman Coble has been a steadfast voice for fiscal responsibility and a stalwart opponent of deficit spending. Throughout his time in Congress, the people of North Carolina's Sixth Congressional District have been rightly proud of his service. I am grateful to have his support in our campaign to build a stronger America."

Background On Congressman Howard Coble:

Congressman Coble Has Served In The U.S. House Of Representatives Since His Election In 1984. Congressman Coble is a member of the Committee on Judiciary and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Prior to his election to Congress, he served in the North Carolina House of Representatives, and from 1973 to 1977, was the Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Revenue. Congressman Coble is a attorney and a retired member of the United States Coast Guard.

Source: Mitt Romney campaign