Tuesday, May 20, 2008

McCain’s Visit

Friday marked John McCain’s first visit to West Virginia this election cycle. It was a great event. Supporters and Party officials turned out to support our next President.

Among the speakers Tim Armstead, the Republican House Minority Leader introduced our candidates for state-wide and federal offices. It was an opportunity for everyone to rally around our candidates and give them the support they need as we head into the General Election.

Congresswoman Shelley Moore – Capito introduced Mrs. McCain as she handed the microphone to Senator McCain. Senator McCain talked about the issues that are not only important to West Virginia but our nation as a whole. He also took questions from the audience and used his Straight – Talk to provide real answers and not rhetoric.

First off, as a candidate, one thing I must say is that I am humble and proud to be sharing the ballot this year with such great candidates. Our candidates have held positive, issue-oriented primary campaigns whether they were opposed or not. Each the GOP candidate is educated and well-versed on the issues of their office giving our voters the best possible choices as they are looking for change this year.

But one thing must be said and Reagan said it best, “There is no limit to what you can accomplish if you don't care who gets the credit.” That is one quote that merits reminding this election year. Each and every volunteer, supporter, committee member, etc has something positive to offer our candidates to win these elections. After all, isn’t that why we, as Republicans, get involved to begin with? To further the GOP platform, and to help Republicans gain elected seats?

By pulling together our resources, energy, ideas and support for our candidates, our volunteers and if we keep what Reagan said in mind, I know that we, as a Republican Party, can accomplish great things not only this election year, but for years to come.

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