IOWA’S SECRETARY OF STATE
ENDORSES RICK SANTORUM
Today Republican Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum received the endorsement of Iowa Secretary of State Matt Schultz. Schultz is the first Iowa statewide elected official to endorse a Republican presidential hopeful. In 2008, Schultz endorsed Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney for President.
Senator Santorum said: “I am honored to receive Secretary of State Schultz’s endorsement today. Matt is a rising conservative star, not just in Iowa but for the entire nation. Matt built his own campaign for Secretary of State through grassroots campaigning and exciting activists – not through TV ads and occasional rallies in Des Moines. Matt went door-to-door, coffee shop to coffee shop and won over the people of Iowa. I learned from Matt Schultz how Iowa campaigns are run, and I am thrilled to have his vote of confidence today. I am excited to work with Matt over the next month as we execute our plan to win the Iowa caucuses.”
Matt Schultz was elected in 2008 to Iowa’s Secretary of State. Prior to his election in 2008, Schultz served on the Council Bluffs City Council from 2005 – 2008. Schultz has been committed to public service his entire life, attaining the rank of Eagle Scout and a twoyear Mormon mission to Argentina. Schultz holds an Associates Degree from BYU-Idaho, Bachelors Degree from the University of Iowa, and a Law Degree from Creighton University. Schultz and his wife Zola are the proud parents of three children: Levi, Hyrum, and Kendra.
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Republican Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum announced that he has received the endorsement of influential Des Moines-area minister, Rev. Terry Amann.
Rev. Terry Amann said: “I am a pastor at Walnut Creek Community Church in Windsor Heights. I also serve as a pastor to the board of directors of the Family Leader. I do not speak on behalf of these two organizations, but as a private and concerned citizen.
I have been involved in politics for several years, having worked with the Mike Huckabee presidential campaign during the 2008 election cycle, and with the Tim Pawlenty campaign earlier this year.
Today, I am enthusiastically endorsing Senator Rick Santorum for President of the United States. Rick Santorum is a humble person of solid character and integrity. He has been a powerful advocate for the unborn, and he has been a strong voice and excellent example for traditional marriage. On all points, Rick Santorum is a solid conservative — both socially and fiscally — and he has the political record to prove it. He also knows that we need to cut spending, cut taxes, and create jobs in order to stimulate the American economy. Senator
Santorum is also well-versed in foreign policy. He understands the nuances and complexities of the Middle East, and of the threats posed by Islamic Jihad.
By visiting all 99 counties in our state, Rick Santorum has proven that he will do whatever it takes to get the job done. He will be a refreshing change in Washington. He is exactly what we need in a president. I urge all Iowans to carefully consider giving your support to Rick Santorum.”
Senator Santorum said: “I am honored to receive the endorsement of Rev. Amann. Terry is a true leader for traditional American family values not just in Des Moines, but throughout Iowa. I am blessed to receive his vote of confidence today and look forward to working with him as we drive toward victory in the Iowa caucuses.”
Rev. Terry Amann came to the Walnut Creek Community Church in 2007 and was recognized as a pastor in 2008. Rev. Amann has served as pastor in three denominational churches prior to Walnut Creek, as well as serving as a jail and prison chaplain for several years. Terry and his wife, Susan, are the proud parents of three daughters: Sarah, Rachel, and Samanthya.
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Hoosier State Senator Stands with Rick Santorum
Republican Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum announced today, December 21st, that he has received the endorsement of Indiana State Senator Mike Delph. Delph said, "Like many fellow Republicans, I have watched with a hopeful eye for a Presidential nominee to emerge that is conservative with constitutional grounding in limited federal power, intelligent and knowledgeable on issues, honest with high integrity, and most importantly, electable. It is clear unlike others in the field, former Senator Rick Santorum has emerged as that candidate."
Delph continued, "Rick is a dedicated family man devoted to the service of others. He is an unapologetic and articulate conservative that no one has to worry whether or not he will cave behind closed doors. He is very intelligent especially on foreign policy understanding America's pre-eminent position in the world and our obligation to be the leader of the free world. On Immigration, he supports the inscription on our Statue of Liberty that says 'Give us your Tired, Poor, and Huddled Masses Yearning to be Free', but he insists as we all should that it be under law and within the boundaries of existing federal law."
Most importantly Delph stated, "I believe Rick Santorum can beat President Obama in a head to head election. He doesn't flip flop or pander for votes but has won elections as a true conservative. Rick cares about others, even those who may take issue with his positions or disagree with him. Republicans have a chance to pick a winner and Rick Santorum is that man. He is a leader for all of America."
Rick Santorum said: "I am thrilled to receive State Senator Delph's endorsement. Hoosiers, like Pennsylvanians, understand that we need to rebuild the manufacturing sector of our economy, to allow income mobility among the great middle of America that has been lost over the past several decades. Indiana has been hit hard by our loss of blue collar jobs. I look forward to working with State Senator Delph as we build upon our momentum in Iowa and expand to national campaign."
State Senator Mike Delph is the Assistant Majority Floor Leader for Communications in the Indiana State Senate. In the State Senate, Delph sits on the Public Policy and Tax and Fiscal Policy committees. Delph is an active member of his community, a proponent of home schooling, and a veteran of the United States Army Reserve. Delph and his wife Beth are the proud parents of five daughters.
***For more information on today's news release from the Santorum campaign, please contact Matt Beynon with the Santorum staff at 703-307-8633. Shelley Ahlersmeyer of northern Indiana serves as the National Grassroots Coordinator and can be reached via cell phone at 574-551-3474 or via email at shelley@ricksantorum.com. Garrod Sieveking serves as the Indiana State Coordinator and can be reached via email at garrod8605@gmail.com.
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