FORMER IA AND NH HOUSE SPEAKERS ENDORSE
MITT ROMNEY
Boston, MA – Governor Mitt
Romney today announced the support of former Iowa House Speaker Brent
Siegrist (R-Council Bluffs) and former New Hampshire House Speakers
Harold Burns (R-Whitefield) and George Roberts (R-Gilmanton). They join
former Iowa House Speaker Chris Rants (R-Sioux City) and former New
Hampshire House Speakers Donna Sytek (R-Salem), John Tucker (R-New
London) and Doug Scamman (R-Stratham) in supporting Governor Romney.
“I am proud to have the support of these distinguished Iowa and New
Hampshire House Speakers. They have made a significant contribution to
their states and have taken a strong stand for the fiscally
conservative principles of limited taxation and smaller government,”
said Mitt Romney. “I look forward to campaigning with them across Iowa
and New Hampshire in the final weeks before the caucuses and the first
in the nation primary.”
“Iowans and all Americans are looking for a president who will
jumpstart our economy and
get people working again,” said Speaker Chris Rants. “As a conservative
businessman with twenty-five years of experience in the private sector,
Mitt Romney understands how jobs are created and
has put forth a pro-growth plan that will help turn around our economy
at a time when we need it most. With a strong record of success in
business, at the Olympics, and as Governor, Mitt Romney is a proven,
competent leader who is the best candidate running, and would be the
best candidate to defeat Barack Obama next November.”
“In 2012, Republicans need to nominate a strong and capable candidate
who can defeat Barack Obama. We need a thoughtful, trustworthy,
responsible leader who will never embarrass our party,” said Speaker
George Roberts. “Mitt Romney has proven that he has the skills and
experience needed to fix our economy and create jobs. As a governor and
a successful businessman, he has cut taxes and balanced budgets. Mitt
is head and shoulders above the rest of the Republican field and by far
the most qualified candidate to take on President Obama.”
Background
On Former Iowa House Speakers Endorsing Governor Romney:
Brent Siegrist Served As Iowa House
Speaker From 1998-2002. He served in the Iowa House of
Representatives from 1984-2002.
Chris Rants Served As Iowa House
Speaker From 2003-2006. He served in the Iowa House of
Representatives from 1993-2010. He also served as the leader of the
House Republican caucus from 1998-2008.
Background
On Former New Hampshire House Speakers Endorsing Governor Romney:
George Roberts Served As New Hampshire
House Speaker From 1975-1980. He also served as a Gilmanton
town moderator for 35 years.
John Tucker Served As New Hampshire
House Speaker From 1981-1986. A long time businessman, now
retired, Tucker served in the New Hampshire House from 1971-1986.
Harold Burns Served As New Hampshire
House Speaker From 1991-1996. He also served in the New
Hampshire State Senate and currently serves as Whitefield’s town
moderator.
Donna Sytek Served As New Hampshire
House Speaker From 1997-2000. She also served as Chairman
of the New Hampshire Republican State Committee.
Doug Scamman Served As New Hampshire
House Speaker From 1987-1990 And From 2005-2006. He also
served as Budget Director for former New Hampshire Governor Steve
Merrill.