PRESS
RELEASE
from
Romney
for
President
FOR
IMMEDIATE
RELEASE
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CONTACT: Romney
Press
Office
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January
4,
2012
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MITT ROMNEY ANNOUNCES
SUPPORT OF SENATOR JOHN MCCAIN
Boston, MA – Mitt Romney today
announced the support of Senator John McCain and his wife Cindy.
“Few
Americans have sacrificed so much for their country – it is an honor to
have Senator & Mrs. McCain’s support,” said Mitt Romney.
“For his entire life, Senator McCain has been a committed public
servant and is an example for all those seeking higher office. Senator
McCain has been a leader in the fight to stop the growth of government
and make government more accountable to taxpayers. With his leadership
on cutting spending in the Senate, we can rein in out-of-control
federal spending, and restore confidence in government. I look forward
to campaigning with Senator McCain and working with him on the issues
important to our national and economic security.”
Announcing
his support, Senator John McCain said, “The time has arrived for
Republicans to choose a presidential nominee; a new standard bearer who
has the ability and determination to defeat President Obama and the
strongest commitment to returning America to prosperity and defending
our interests and values overseas. I’m pleased to have made my choice,
and to endorse Governor Mitt Romney for the Republican nomination for
President.”
“These
last few years have been a terribly tough time for Americans, and
President Obama’s policies have failed to address effectively the
problems of weak economic growth and persistent joblessness that have
caused so many sleepless nights for so many Americans,” continued
Senator McCain. “The Obama administration has ignored the most serious
challenges threatening our future – a fifteen trillion dollar debt, and
the job destroying effects of a complex, unfair and incomprehensible
tax code, bankrupt entitlement programs, and unnecessary government
regulations. We can overcome these challenges as we have overcome every
challenge in our past, but only if our country changes leaders.”
“Governor Romney
offers us the commonsense reforms of government policy that are
necessary to turn around our economy,” said Senator McCain. “His record
of accomplishment in government and business are a testament to his
leadership abilities. His commitment to a strong defense and principled
diplomacy will earn the world’s respect for American leadership.”
“I had the privilege of running against Governor Romney
for the nomination four years ago, and I know he is a tough
competitor,” said Senator McCain. “I have no doubt he is the best
candidate we can nominate. And I am proud to support him for President.”
Background
On Senator John McCain:
Senator McCain has Served Arizona in
the United States Senate Since 1987. Senator
McCain serves as the ranking member on the Senate Armed Services
Committee and is also a member of the Committee on Health, Education,
Labor, and Pensions, Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental
Affairs, and Committee on Indian Affairs. Prior to his election to the
Senate, Senator McCain served two terms in the U.S. House of
Representatives. Senator McCain served in the United States Navy for
twenty-two years and was a Prisoner of War for over five years during
the Vietnam War. Senator McCain has seven children and four
grandchildren, and lives in Phoenix, Arizona with his wife Cindy.
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