Mitt Romney

Inside The Beltway, Years Of Leading Democrats Against Republicans

Jan 26, 2008 -- "The bottom line is that I served 12 years with him, 6 years in the United States Senate as leader, one of the leaders of the Senate - the number-3 leader - who had the responsibility of trying to put together the conservative agenda, and almost at every turn on domestic policy, John McCain was not only against us, but leading the charge on the other side." – Former Sen. Rick Santorum (R-PA) (Kathryn Jean Lopez, "A Conservative Case Against McCain," National Review Online, 1/14/08)    » read more »

Jan 26, 2008 -- Boston, MA – Today, former U.S. Congressman David McIntosh (R-IN) endorsed Governor Mitt Romney and his candidacy for President of the United States. McIntosh most recently served as a senior policy adviser to former Republican presidential candidate Senator Fred Thompson. He is a co-founder of the Federalist Society for Law and Public Policy Studies.

"I am proud to make today's endorsement," said David McIntosh.    » read more »

Jan 25, 2008 -- Boston, MA – Today, Governor Mitt Romney announced his slate of Congressional District delegates for the West Virginia primary on May 13th. Romney for President West Virginia State Chairman and Member of the House of Delegates Bob Ashley said:    » read more »

January 23, 2008 -- Despite the support of more than 80 percent of Americans and the broad bipartisan support of the nation's governors, Congressional Republicans today blocked health care coverage for 10 million of America's low income kids. With all the Republican presidential hopefuls supporting Bush's veto of the children's health care bill, it's no wonder the American people are rejecting them and the idea of a third Bush term. [CBS News, 10/17/08]    » read more »

Jan 24, 2008 -- Boston, MA – Today, Governor Mitt Romney announced new additions to the Romney for President Advisory Committee on the Constitution and the Courts. This group, chaired by Professor Douglas W. Kmiec, former constitutional legal counsel to President Ronald Reagan, has been advising Governor Romney on the important legal issues confronting the country today.    » read more »

Jan 24, 2008 -- Boston, MA – Today, Governor Mitt Romney announced the support of nine additional Colorado Republican leaders. They join such Colorado Republican leaders as U.S. Senator Wayne Allard, former Governor Bill Owens and Attorney General John Suthers in supporting Governor Romney for President.

In making the announcement, Governor Romney said, "I am proud to have the support of so many strong Republican leaders in Colorado."

Background On The New Colorado Romney For President Campaign Leaders    » read more »

Jan 24, 2008 -- Boston, MA – Today, Governor Mitt Romney announced that 11 more Georgia State Legislators joined the Romney for President Team. They join Georgia Senate President Pro Tempore Eric Johnson who announced his support for Governor Romney earlier this week.

"We are glad to have these lawmakers join the Romney team," said Romney for President Georgia State Co-Chairman Speaker Pro Tempore Mark Burkhalter.    » read more »

Jan 24, 2008 -- Boston, MA – Today, Morton Blackwell, President of the conservative Leadership Institute, announced his support for Governor Mitt Romney and his candidacy for President of the United States. Morton Blackwell is a leader in the conservative movement and the long-standing Republican National Committeeman from Virginia.    » read more »

Jan 23, 2008 -- Boston, MA – Today, Senator Thad Cochran (R-MS) announced that he was endorsing Governor Mitt Romney and his candidacy for President of the United States. Senator Cochran joins a Romney for President team that includes Senators Robert Bennett (R-UT), Wayne Allard (R-CO), Jim DeMint (R-SC), Judd Gregg (R-NH) and Orrin Hatch (R-UT).

"It is an honor to join Governor Romney and his campaign for our nation's highest office," said Senator Cochran.    » read more »

Jan 23, 2008 -- Boston, MA – Today, California Assembly Republican Caucus Chairman Bob Huff announced his endorsement of Governor Mitt Romney. He joins previously announced California Romney for President Team Members Tony Strickland, Republican Leader Dick Ackerman, Congressman McKeon, Congressman Campbell, Congressman Herger, and Congressman Rohrabacher.    » read more »

Jan 23, 2008 -- Boston, MA – Today, Governor Mitt Romney announced 45 members of his Minnesota Statewide Steering Committee, led by previously announced State Co-Chairs Jack Meeks, Brian Sullivan, Evie Axdahl and Tony Sutton.

The Minnesota Statewide Steering Committee will play an instrumental role in building upon Governor Romney's grassroots campaign leading up to the February 5 caucuses.    » read more »

Jan 23, 2008 -- "I voted against the tax cuts because of the disproportionate amount that went to the wealthiest Americans. I would clearly support not extending those tax cuts in order to help address the deficit." – Sen. John McCain (NBC's "Meet The Press," 4/11/04)

MYTH – Sen. McCain Is Promising Floridians That He Would Make The Bush Tax Cuts Permanent:    » read more »

Jan 23, 2008 -- Boston, MA – Today, Governor Mitt Romney announced that Colorado Springs Mayor Lionel Rivera has endorsed his candidacy for President of the United States. Mayor Rivera will play an important role in expanding grassroots support for Governor Romney in Colorado, in addition to the nation's Hispanic community as a member of Romney for President's National Hispanic Steering Committee.    » read more »

Jan 22, 2008 -- Boston, MA – Today, Governor Mitt Romney issued the following statement on Governor Matt Blunt's (R-MO) decision to not seek reelection:

"At the end of this year, Governor Blunt will leave office knowing that he has accomplished much for the people of Missouri. As a conservative leader and dedicated public servant, his efforts to improve the lives of others will not end when his term comes to a close. Ann and I wish Matt and Melanie the very best over the next year and in all their future endeavors."

Source: Mitt Romney campaign

Jan 22, 2008 -- Boston, MA – Today, Mitt Romney issued the following statement on former Senator Fred Thompson withdrawing his candidacy for President of the United States:

"Throughout this campaign, Fred Thompson brought a laudable focus to the challenges confronting our country and the solutions necessary to meet them. He stood for strong conservative ideas and believed strongly in the need to keep our conservative coalition together. Ann and I would like to extend our best wishes to Fred, Jeri and their family and congratulate them on their efforts during this campaign."    » read more »