PRESS RELEASE from Romney for President
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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CONTACT: Romney Press Office
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October 12,
2011
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MITT ROMNEY ANNOUNCES SUPPORT OF
SENATOR THAD COCHRAN
Boston, MA – Mitt Romney today announced the support of
Mississippi Senator Thad Cochran.
“I am pleased to have the support of Thad Cochran,” said Mitt Romney.
“He understands that Mississippi voters are looking for someone who
will bring jobs back to this country. He is a committed public servant,
and I am grateful to have him stand with me in my campaign.”
Announcing
his support, Senator Thad Cochran said, “Our country cannot afford
another four years of President Obama’s policies. Mitt Romney
has the pro-growth message and the unmatched experience that will be
required to improve our economy. I am proud to support him.”
Background
On Senator Thad Cochran:
Senator Thad Cochran Was First Elected
To Represent Mississippi In The United States Senate In 1978.
He is Ranking Member of the Committee on Appropriations as well
as a
member of the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry and the
Committee on Rules and Administration. Before entering the Senate,
Cochran represented Mississippi’s 4th District in the U.S. House of
Representatives. He also served in the U.S. Naval Reserve and practiced
law.
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