McClintock, Other California Republicans Endorse Fred
Oct 31st, 2007 by Ted Pibil
Fred went to the Golden State and announced his California leadership team led by State Chair Senator Tom McClintock:
“Like many Americans, it has been a long time since I’ve felt that I could trust a presidential candidate to respect our Constitution, defend our borders, reduce the burdens of government on our families, and restore that uniquely American vision of individual freedom - and who at the same time has the natural ability to reach the millions of voters who feel that neither party stands for these principles any longer,” said Senator McClintock. “For the first time in 20 years, I believe that such a candidate has stepped forward. And I am here today to pledge my whole-hearted support for Fred Thompson’s candidacy for President of the United States.”
“I am so pleased to have Senator Tom McClintock serving as my California State Chair. Tom and I share a mutual belief in the fundamental role of government and the common sense conservative principles of low taxes, border security, and the protection of life,” said Senator Thompson. “I am also proud to have these other Republican leaders serving my campaign and look forward to working with them and Senator McClintock in spreading our message of consistent conservatism across California and throughout the nation.”
Fred’s California State Co-Chairs include:
- Senator Sam Aanestad
- Senator Jim Battin
- Senator George Runner
- Assemblyman John Benoit
- Assemblyman Tom Berryhill
- Assemblyman Chuck Devore
- Assemblyman Bill Emmerson
- Assemblyman Martin Garrick
- Assemblyman Kevin Jeffries
- Assemblyman Rick Keene
- Assemblyman Alan Nakanishi
FlashReport publisher Jon Fleischman called Sen. McClintock’s endorsement the “gold-standard.” He also posted Sen. McClintock’s remarks. Here’s a portion:
Ronald Reagan’s brilliance was a combination of two things: his heartfelt belief in traditional Republican principles and his ability to communicate those beliefs to others. He didn’t change his positions from one election to the next. He steered a steady course and no one had to guess where he would stand tomorrow. And because he was honestly dedicated to that uniquely American view of individual liberty, he could communicate it to voters who never considered themselves Republicans, but who believe as we believe.
After spending months watching the field of presidential candidates develop, I have become convinced that only one combines these two vital qualities. For that reason, I have decided to do everything I can to support Fred Thompson’s campaign for the Presidency.
On the same weblog Barry Nestande sees the endorsement as a good sign:
This is a great boost for Thompson amongst the California Republican base vote and a sign his campaign is on track in the primary.
