Governor Mitt Romney's Remarks at the Livingston County, Michigan Lincoln Day Dinner

Friday, Apr 27, 2007

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Excerpt Of Governor Mitt Romney's Remarks (As Prepared For Delivery):

Governor Romney: "As our military men and women fight against violent, radical Jihadists in Iraq, the Democrats need to stop pleading for surrender. At last night's Democratic debate, and in yesterday's vote in the United States Senate, Democrats waved a white flag to our enemies and our troops."

Democrats On Iraq At Last Night's Debate:

Senator Clinton (D-NY): "If The President Does Not Get Us Out Of Iraq, When I'm President, I Will." SEN. CLINTON: "President Bush is stubbornly refusing to listen to the will of the American people. He threatens to veto the legislation we passed, which has been something that all of us have been advocating for a number of years now. And I can only hope that he will not veto it. And I can only end by saying that, you know, if the president does not get us out of Iraq, when I'm president, I will." (South Carolina Democratic Party Debate, Orangeburg, SC, 4/26/07)

Senator Obama (D-IL): "We Were One Signature Away Or 16 Votes Away From Ending This War." SEN. OBAMA: "But look, we are one vote away – we were one signature away or 16 votes away from ending this war. One signature away. Now, if the president is not going to sign the bill that has been sent to him, then what we have to do is gather up 16 votes in order to override his veto." (South Carolina Democratic Party Debate, Orangeburg, SC, 4/26/07)

Representative Kucinich (D-OH): "We're Under No Obligation To Give George Bush Any Money At All." (South Carolina Democratic Party Debate, Orangeburg, SC, 4/26/07)

Former Senator Gravel (D-AK): Our Troops Are "Dying In Vain Right This Very Second." MR. GRAVEL: "And why not get out? What harm is it going to do? Oh, you hear the statement, 'Well, my God, these soldiers will have died in vain.' The entire deaths of Vietnam died in vain. And they're dying in vain right this very second. Do you know what's worse than a soldier dying in vain? It's more soldiers dying in vain, that's what's worse." (South Carolina Democratic Party Debate, Orangeburg, SC, 4/26/07)

Yesterday, Senate Democrats Voted To Set A Timetable For Withdrawal From Iraq:

The Senate Voted To Adopt The Emergency Supplemental Conference Report, Which Provides $124.2B In Funding And Sets A Fixed Timetable For Withdrawal From Iraq. "Adoption of the conference report on the bill that would provide $124.2 billion in fiscal 2007 emergency supplemental funding, as well as set a goal of redeploying most U.S. combat troops in Iraq by the end of March 2008, if the president can certify the Iraq government is meeting benchmarks, and by the end of 2007 if he cannot. The measure would provide $95.5 billion for military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, $6.9 billion for hurricane recovery and relief, $3.5 billion in crop and livestock disaster assistance and $2.25 billion for homeland security anti-terrorism programs. It also would raise the minimum wage to $7.25 per hour over two years and provide $4.8 billion in small-business tax incentives." (H.R. 1591, CQ Vote #147: Adopted (Thus Cleared For The President) 51-46: R 2-45; D 48-0; I 1-1, 4/26/07)

Marvin Pomerantz to Co-Chair Governor Romney's Iowa Presidential Campaign

Friday, Apr 27, 2007

Boston, MA – Governor Mitt Romney announced today that Des Moines businessman Marvin Pomerantz will serve as Co-Chair of his Iowa presidential campaign.

"Marvin is the epitome of the American dream, and his support is going to be enormously helpful to my campaign," said Governor Romney. "He shares my vision of a strong and vibrant economy, one that is able to successfully compete with extraordinary economic challenges from abroad. To do so, Marvin and I share the same belief that we must have a rigorous educational system preparing our children for the future."

Pomerantz said that upon reviewing all the candidates, Governor Romney is the clear choice.

"Governor Romney has a proven record of accomplishment, and has the leadership needed to meet a new generation of challenges," said Pomerantz. "He has shown a positive vision of the future, and that sets him apart from the other candidates."

Background On Marvin Pomerantz:

Marvin Pomerantz Has Served On A Number Of Campaigns And Is Widely Renowned For His Business, Civic And Religious Contributions. Pomerantz served as an adviser to Republican Governors Bob Ray and Terry Branstad. He also was Finance Chairman for the Republican Party of Iowa, Branstad for Governor and Gross for Governor.

In his community, Pomerantz is deeply dedicated to excellence in education. From 1987 to 1993 and again from 1995 to 1996, Pomerantz was President of the Iowa Board of Regents. He served for 21 years on the University of Iowa Foundation Board and was head of the Commission on Education Excellence for the 21st Century. He is a member of the Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans.

Pomerantz currently serves on the national board of the Republican Jewish Coalition. In 2006, he was appointed by President Bush to serve on the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Council.

Governor Mitt Romney Announces New Arizona County and City Chairs

Friday, Apr 27, 2007

Boston, MA – Today, Governor Mitt Romney announced six new City and County Chairs for his Arizona campaign. Gilbert Chair Don Skousen, Chandler Chairs Leo and Karen Mahoney, Apache County Chairs Myrna and Dick Udall and Pima County Chair Ed Parker will help build on Governor Romney's growing grassroots support throughout the state.

Governor Romney said, "We are building an exceptional team in Arizona. These men and women will provide critical support for us in the Grand Canyon State."

The endorsements follow others in the past month including State Senator Chuck Gray and State Representative Mark Anderson, who are Co-Chairs of Governor Romney's campaign statewide. Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio is serving as Governor Romney's Honorary State Chairman.

Background On Governor Romney's Arizona City And County Chairs:

Town Councilman Don Skousen Will Serve As Governor Romney's Campaign Chair For The Town Of Gilbert. Councilman Skousen has been on the Gilbert Town Council since 2001. Previously, he served as a Justice of the Peace and sat on the Gilbert School Board for 20 years.

Conservative Activists Leo And Karen Mahoney Will Serve As Governor Romney's Campaign Chairs For The City Of Chandler. Leo Mahoney has served as a Republican Party District Chairman and as First Vice Chairman of the Maricopa County Republican Party. Karen Mahoney has served as Past President of the Mesa Republican Women's Club.

Myrna And Dick Udall Will Serve As Governor Romney's Campaign Chairs For Apache County. Mrs. Udall has served as Apache County Chairperson for over 20 years. She currently serves as the First Vice Chairperson of Apache County. She chaired the Bush-Cheney Re-Election Campaign in Apache County in 2004.

Ed Parker Will Serve As Governor Romney's Campaign Chair For Pima County. Parker is the former Executive Director of the Pima County Republican Party.

Romney for President Announces Support of Mike Maturen

Friday, Apr 27, 2007

Boston, MA – Romney for President today welcomed the support of Mike Maturen from Alcona County. Maturen will serve as Alcona County Chair of Romney for President in Michigan.

"Mike has been a staple of Republican politics in Michigan for years and we are pleased that he has joined Governor Romney's efforts. While initially with another candidate, Mike has joined our campaign because of Governor Romney's steadfast support for the principles important to conservatives," said Representative Craig DeRoche, Michigan House Republican Leader and Romney for President Michigan Co-Chair.

Joining Romney for President, Maturen said, "While working with the campaign of another presidential candidate, I was able to really examine the issues and on the issues important to me, Governor Romney was the right candidate. He has stood for fiscal responsibility, defended traditional values and will bring change to Washington. He is the right leader for America."

Background On Mike Maturen:

Mike Maturen Is A Former Evangelical Reverend Serving The Saginaw Area. A member of St. Anne's Catholic Church, he has lived in Harrisville, Michigan, for the past seven years with his wife Sue, and three children – Joshua, Jeremy and Rebekah. He is a member of the Knights of Columbus and has been active in numerous political campaigns.