“Philadelphia, PA (January 2, 2012) -- The Independence Hall Tea Party PAC, a tri-state (DE, NJ, PA) regional group, announced today that its 27-member Board of Delegates has voted overwhelmingly to endorse Mitt Romney for President...
“ "Over the past several weeks, a consensus has been building among our Board of Delegates that Mr. Romney is the most electable Republican candidate," said PAC President, Don Adams. "We, as a Tea Party PAC, have set winning the White House as our number one priority in 2012. We believe Mr. Romney is the one candidate who can win the Republican nomination and defeat President Barack Obama in November.
“ "Mr. Romney is the only Republican candidate who has consistently polled even or ahead of President Obama in national surveys. He puts a number of 2008 blue states in play, including Michigan and New Hampshire. He also appeals to large numbers of independent voters." ...
“ "Mr. Romney will pursue a policy of energy independence, lower taxes, and less government spending. He has promised to secure our borders and redirect our foreign policy," added PAC Pennsylvania Vice President, Sean Carpenter. "Under his presidency, the United States will no longer prostrate itself before other nations. We believe in a strong America--an America that is respected for its economic vibrancy, its military strength, and its constitutional values." ...
“The good sense of millions of Tea Party folks nationwide [who] have come to realize, or will eventually realize, that the only way to defeat President Obama, whose policies are an anathema to conservatism and the Tea Party Movement, is to rally around his strongest opponent--Mitt Romney--the man who, we believe, will become the next president of the United States.”
“If the Republicans nominated Mitt Romney and the election was today Barack Obama would probably lose Pennsylvania... Obama and Romney are tied at 45% each but if you dig in on the undecided voters only 24% of them approve of Obama's job performance... Obama leads Newt Gingrich by a 49-43 margin... Two Republicans manage to do worse than John McCain's 10 point margin of defeat in the state in 2008.” PublicPolicyPolling.com - Nov 22, 2011
“Romney and Obama are tied at 44 percent in a hypothetical general election matchup... Minnesota Rep. Michele Bachmann appears to be the second strongest contender against Obama, though she trails him by seven points... Former Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty trails Obama by eight points; former Pennsylvania Sen. Rick Santorum is behind by 10.” RealClearPolitics.com - Jul 8, 2011
“In the poll, Obama led all hypothetical challengers, including the state's former Senator Rick Santorum. However, both Mitt Romney and Mike Huckabee trailed by smaller gaps than the survey's margin of error.
“In a head to head match up with Huckabee, Obama came out on top 47% to 44%. Against Romney, that spread was one point better, with Obama edging the former Massachusetts Governor 46% to 42%. Santorum trailed by the next smallest margin, lagging the president 48% to 40%.” TalkingPointsMemo.com - Jan 6, 2011
“On 8/28/10, the Independence Hall Tea Party sent 28 buses carrying over 1500 Patriots to Glenn Beck's Restoring Honor Rally. No other group sent more.”
“In 2010, we contributed over $16,000 to our endorsed candidates. That amount topped any other regional, state, or local Tea Party PAC in the Country. Only Tea Party Express PAC gave more.”
“Mitt Romney is the choice of nearly one in four of those who agree with the tenets of the tea party, according to a new Pew poll, a surprising result that suggests the former Massachusetts governor’s support heading into 2012 may be broader than previously assumed.
“Among tea party supporters, Romney took 24 percent to 19 percent for former Arkansas governor Mike Huckabee, 15 percent for former House speaker Newt Gingrich and 13 percent for Texas Rep. Ron Paul. Former Alaska governor Sarah Palin, long considered the tea party’s 2012 candidate-in-waiting, took just 12 percent — another piece of evidence that the 2008 vice presidential nominee’s support is fading...
“The Pew poll comes less than two weeks after a Washington Post/ABC News survey showed Romney running strong among the party’s conservatives; more than seven in 10 Republicans who described themselves as “very” conservative had a favorable opinion of Romney.
“In the Pew survey, Romney’s numbers are not only strong among tea party types but across the board. He took 20 percent among self-identified conservatives — tied with Huckabee for first — and 23 percent among moderate-to-liberal GOPers. The only group where Romney lagged even slightly was among white evangelical Protestants, where he received 15 percent to Huckabee’s 29 percemt.”
“Having spent most my life in public service, as a soldier, as a Congressman, as a Governor of Pennsylvania, as a White House official, and as a Secretary of Homeland Security, I’ve met accomplished and strong leaders in my life. Mitt Romney is one of them. He would bring to the presidency an extraordinary set of skills. His record of accomplishment in the private sector is matched by his achievements as Governor of Massachusetts and his work saving the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City. In that latter role, he demonstrated a genuine ability to command in facing the security problems that cropped up for the Games in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks. Given the economic problems that America faces, including Pennsylvania, where high unemployment continues to cause such hardship, his experience turning around failing enterprises makes him precisely what the country needs. I’m proud to endorse Mitt’s candidacy and will work hard to help him recapture the White House this coming November.”
“As a businessman for much of my life, I can tell you that those in government don’t have all the answers,” said Governor Mark Schweiker. “We need a leader who has spent his life solving problems in the real world. Mitt Romney fits that description perfectly. He spent his life as a conservative businessman – creating jobs and actually balancing budgets. If Americans are looking for someone who knows how to get this economy growing again and who will instill a vision to make our country more prosperous, they need to look no farther than him. I am proud to stand with Mitt Romney and encourage Pennsylvanians to join me.”
“It is clear that President Obama’s policies of the last three years have failed,” said Congressman Jim Gerlach. “At a time when our budget deficits have skyrocketed and unemployment remains dangerously high, we need a radically different approach in Washington. Mitt Romney has demonstrated that conservative leadership and solutions can fix the problems our country faces. I look forward to working with him to address these issues.”
“Mitt Romney has laid out bold conservative solutions to our economic troubles that can be implemented his first day in office so that we can finally start revitalizing the economy. That is why I support him and why Pennsylvanians will support him next November.”
“Governor Romney is best suited to fix our economy. Pennsylvanians want a leader in the White House that will have a bold plan to create jobs, bring home energy security, and right our country's financial ship. Governor Romney is that leader.”
“After studying the candidates throughout this primary process, it is clear that there is one candidate who can win in November and fix our economy,” said Congressman Bill Shuster. “Mitt Romney has demonstrated in this campaign, in business, in the Olympics and as a governor that he is ready to be president on day one. That is why I support him and why support for his campaign is growing in Pennsylvania.”
“Today, Governor Mitt Romney announced that 22 Members of the U.S. House of Representatives will be joining the Romney for President Exploratory Committee's Congressional Whip Team. The Members of Congress gathered at the Capitol Hill Club in Washington, D.C., to announce their support for Governor Romney...
“Hardworking taxpayers across the 15th District, Pennsylvania and America are looking for someone who will fight for them as President,” said Congressman Charlie Dent. “I am endorsing Governor Romney because he's the Presidential candidate that will give Americans what they want and need – a fair shot at economic opportunity and prosperity for their families. We've spent four years ‘hoping’ in this country – now it's time for results. Look at his record and you will see – in both the private sector and in service to the public – Mitt Romney delivers results.”
“It is time for Republicans to unite behind the one candidate who can defeat President Obama and end the failed policies of the last three years,” said Congressman Fitzpatrick. “Like many of my colleagues, I know Senator Santorum and respect the work he did for Pennsylvania but I am strongly supporting Mitt Romney. Pennsylvania and the rest of the country can’t afford four more years of President Obama’s failed policies and it is important that we nominate a proven conservative like Mitt Romney to face President Obama. I urge my fellow Pennsylvanians to support Mitt Romney and look forward to working with him in the weeks before the primary and to defeat President Obama in November.”
“Former U.S. Sen. Rick Santorum of Pennsylvania today announced his endorsement of Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney for the Republican nomination for president:
“ "In a few short days, Republicans from across this country will decide more than their party’s nominee. They will decide the very future of our party and the conservative coalition that Ronald Reagan built. Conservatives can no longer afford to stand on the sidelines in this election, and Governor Romney is the candidate who will stand up for the conservative principles that we hold dear.
“ "Governor Romney has a deep understanding of the important issues confronting our country today, and he is the clear conservative candidate that can go into the general election with a united Republican party." ”
* Alan Novak - fmr. Pennsylvania Republican Party Chairman
* Jim Roddey - Allegheny County Republican Chairman, fmr. Allegheny County Executive
* John McNally - Dauphin County Republican Chairman, Pennsylvania Republican Party Secretary
* Chris Bravacos - Fmr. Pennsylvania Republican Party (GOP) Executive Director
* Dan Hayward - fmr. Pennsylvania GOP Executive Director
* David James - fmr. Pannsylvania GOP Executive Director
* Andy Reilly - Delaware County Republican Chairman, fmr. Chairman of the Delaware County Council
* Pat Deon - Chairman, Souteastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority
* Charlie Kopp - Chairman, Philadelphia Regional Port Authority
* Mark Stewart - Attorney and Republican Activist
* Brian Tierney - CEO, Brian Communications/Realtime Media, fmr. Publisher, Philadelphia Inquirer & The Philadelphia Daily News, 2000 Co-Chair, Republican National Committee's National Catholic Taskforce
“Over the last few months, it has become clear to me that Mitt Romney is the one candidate that can defeat Barack Obama and put in place the policies that will restore America’s promise for all generations,” said former Pennsylvania State Representative Katie True. “There are several candidates that talk the conservative talk, but we also need someone who knows how to make these ideas a reality. Mitt Romney hasn’t spent his life in Washington. He is a conservative businessman who has created thousands of middle class jobs and has actually had to balance a budget. I cannot think of more appropriate qualities for a president today. That is why I am proud to stand with Mitt and call on my fellow Pennsylvanians who want to turn this country around to join me.”
“Mitt Romney has demonstrated throughout his life that he has the leadership to turn around struggling enterprises – right now our economy needs a turnaround,” said Philadelphia Regional Port Authority Chairman Charlie Kopp. “He has laid out a plan for economic renewal that puts conservative principles and economic know-how to work. I look forward to working with him as he brings this pro-growth message to Pennsylvania voters.”
“Mitt Romney has the economic knowledge and plan to reverse the failures of the last three years. Unlike our current president, Mitt Romney has the track record of turning around troubled enterprises and he will do exactly that as president.”
“I am proud to support Mitt Romney for President,” said RNC Committeeman Bob Asher. “For the last three years, the middle class has shrunk due to President Obama’s rampant government spending and burdensome regulations that inhibit small businesses. The American people need someone in Washington who knows how the real world works. Mitt Romney has spent his life as a conservative businessman and he’s the candidate we need to turn around this country.”
"Announcing his support, Governor Don Carcieri said, “As a fellow New England governor, I understand the challenges that Mitt Romney has faced. He was able to turn around the economy in Massachusetts, create jobs, and cut the state’s budget without raising taxes. With his proven record of results as Governor, I know that he is the right man to lead the country at such a critical time.” "
“Governor Carcieri said, "Governor Romney has a strong record of results for the people of Massachusetts. In his four years as chief executive, he erased a deficit and provided health care without raising taxes. Our country faces a new generation of challenges that requires a leader ready to call upon the strength of the American people. With the leadership experience he brings from the private and public sectors, Governor Romney is just that leader." ”
“ "Governor Romney is the one candidate who can bring change to Washington," said State Representative Trillo. "He has the experience, vision and values to lead our nation. His years in the private sector have given him the background we need in Washington to strengthen the economy, cut government spending, and keep taxes low. His leadership will allow our nation to remain a leader in the global market." ”
“Today, Governor Mitt Romney announced that 16 members of the Republican National Committee (RNC) will be joining the Romney for President Exploratory Committee...
“RNC Committee Members Supporting Governor Romney:
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