This morning Congressman Dana Rohrabacher announced his endorsement of the Presidential candidacy of Mitt Romney. He’s penning something for FR readers that goes into his reasons why, but we want to let you know asap.
Wonder if any more of the Congressional delegation (many of whom are on the sidelines) will endorse in the final days?
January 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 am
Jon–
While the congressman works on a longer piece, here’s the Romney press release with the congressman’s quote:
U.S. CONGRESSMAN DANA ROHRABACHER (R-CA)
ENDORSES GOVERNOR MITT ROMNEY
Boston, MA – Today, U.S. Congressman Dana Rohrabacher (R-CA) announced that he is endorsing Governor Mitt Romney and his campaign for President of the United States. Congressman Rohrabacher joins a strong Romney for President California team that includes Congressmen Howard “Buck” McKeon, John Campbell and Wally Herger.
Making today’s announcement, Congressman Dana Rohrabacher issued the following statement: “Our country is facing great challenges. Among the most ominous is illegal immigration, which has been permitted to spin out of control for the last decade and a half. The safety of our country and the prosperity of our people are at great risk because of the magnitude of this problem. Mitt Romney is the candidate I trust most to take the steps necessary to secure our borders and protect the American people.
“Governor Romney can also be expected to provide strong economic leadership because he is the only candidate with private sector experience and a successful track record of creating jobs and managing a major corporation.
“I’m confident in Governor Romney’s character and commitment to the principals at the heart of the Republican party. I cannot say that about the other candidates vying for the Republican nomination. Mitt Romney is the best candidate available for our party’s nomination, and I’m going to vote for and support him. I encourage my fellow conservatives to do the same.”
Welcoming Congressman Rohrabacher’s support, Governor Romney said, “Throughout his time in Washington, Congressman Rohrabacher has stood strong for our Republican, conservative values. He has been a steadfast voice for fiscal responsibility, border security and limited government. These are values that our leaders in Washington cannot abdicate. I am grateful that Congressman Rohrabacher will be joining our campaign, and I look forward to seeing him in California.”