Citizens United Political Victory Fund Endorses Governor George Allen In Virginia Senate Race

Feb 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment

For Immediate Release:

February 10, 2011

Citizens United Political Victory Fund (CUPVF) has endorsed George Allen for U.S. Senate.  CUPVF is the political arm of Citizens United, an organization which supports the traditional American values of limited government, freedom of enterprise, strong families, and national sovereignty and security.

Their release is pasted below.

In response George Allen issued the following statement:

“It is an invigorating boost to get the significant endorsement of the Citizens United Political Victory Fund.  These are leaders in advancing foundational freedoms of expression and opportunity for all people to pursue the American Dream. With their help and many other grassroot insurgents, We the People will bring Virginia’s voices and values to Washington.  I pledge to fight for Virginians to reinvigorate our economy to create more job opportunities with competitive economic and productive energy reforms and rein in the runaway, over-spending federal government.”

For Immediate Release:

February 10, 2011

 

Citizens United Political Victory Fund Endorses Governor George Allen In Virginia Senate Race

Citizens United Political Victory Fund (CUPVF), the affiliated PAC of Citizens United, announced its endorsement of Governor George Allen in the Virginia Senate contest today.  CUPVF contributed $5,000 to the Allen primary campaign to start the 2012 cycle.

“Virginia will be the epicenter of the 2012 campaign,” said David N. Bossie, President of Citizens United. “George Allen is the true conservative in the race to take on the eventual Democrat nominee. Governor Allen has served the Commonwealth of Virginia with a steady conservative hand, and will bring those conservative values back to the United States Senate. Picking up the Virginia Senate seat is vital for Republicans to retake the majority in the United States Senate, and George Allen is the best candidate to achieve that goal.”

CUPVF was a supporter in the 2010 primaries for the successful candidacies of Rand Paul, Pat Toomey, Marco Rubio, Kelly Ayotte, Rob Portman, Mark Kirk, and Roy Blunt. When CUPVF endorsed Paul and Rubio very early on, they were considered long shots.

CUPVF also supported Scott Brown, Ron Johnson, Dan Coats, John Boozman, Jerry Moran, John Hoeven, and Mike Lee in their victorious general election efforts.  CUPVF supported only non-incumbents on the Senate side in 2010.

 

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Gov. McDonnell Resolution Calls for Constitutional Convention on Federal Balanced Budget Amendment

Feb 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Today’s action proves once again that Governor McDonnell understands the frustration felt by Virginians who feel their voices aren’t being heard in Washington when they express concern about reckless, runaway spending.  I have always been an advocate for a States Initiative to allow the people in the states to initiate Constitutional amendments rather than waiting for Congress to act or necessitating a Constitutional convention.  Virginia and most other states have a legal requirement to balance their budgets and it’s time for the federal government to do the same.   It’s an idea I have always supported and will continue to fight for should I be entrusted to serve Virginians in the U.S. Senate.

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George Allen Statement on Passing of Justice Leroy Hassell

Feb 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment

For Immediate Release:                                                                        

February 9, 2011

George Allen Statement on Passing of Justice Leroy Hassell

Mt. Vernon, VA – George Allen issued the following statement on the passing of Virginia Supreme Court Justice Leroy Hassell, Sr.:

“Susan and I extend our sincerest sympathies to the family and friends of Chief Justice Hassell.  He was a fine man, a principled jurist, and a leader for all Virginians to admire.  Though he will always hold a special place in Virginia history, he will also be remembered for his great love of the Commonwealth and his abiding respect for the Constitution and the laws he was sworn to uphold.

“The son of two educators, he knew that an education is the surest way to achieve success in life, and he put his to good use through hard work, dedication and a strong sense of purpose.  The people of Virginia will be forever grateful for his exemplary leadership.”

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Virginia Association of Realtors Luncheon

Feb 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Enjoyed speaking to the Virginia Association of Realtors today in Richmond

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Statement from George Allen on Senator Jim Webb

Feb 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment

For Immediate Release:

February 9, 2011

Statement from George Allen on Senator Jim Webb

Mt. Vernon, VA – George Allen today issued the following statement on Senator Jim Webb’s announcement that he will not seek reelection in 2012:

“I respect Senator Webb’s service to our country and the very personal decision that he and his family have made.  I did not enter into this race to run against any one person, but to fight for the families of Virginia to improve their opportunities in life.  My campaign will continue to focus on achievable reforms that will help reinvigorate our economy, end reckless, runaway spending, and unleash our plentiful energy resources.”

 

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Public Schedule for George Allen – Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Feb 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
February 8th, 2011

Public Schedule for George Allen
Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Mount Vernon, VA – George Allen will address the Virginia Association of Realtors Luncheon at 12:00 PM ET on February 9, 2011 at the Omni Hotel Richmond.

 

WHAT:      Virginia Association of Realtors Luncheon
WHO:         George Allen
WHEN:      February 9, 2011 at 12:00 PM ET
WHERE:   Omni Hotel Richmond
                       Note: This event is closed to press.
                       Learn more here.

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American Economy Needs Action

Feb 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment

President Obama acknowledged to the Chamber of Commerce that taxes on American job-creators are too high and I look forward to seeing specifics about what he is proposing.  Giving a speech to a business group is a nice first step, however what the American economy needs now is action.

Very shortly, Japan will lower their own taxes on domestic businesses, which will leave the United States with the highest such rates in the world.  This is unacceptable and leaves our country at a disadvantage in the global marketplace.  It’s time we reduced the uncompetitive, excessive taxes paid by those who create jobs and unleash the creativity and ingenuity for more American jobs.

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Central Virginia Lincoln-Reagan Dinner

Feb 5, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Examiner: Reagan Centennial Celbrated in Richmond

Richmond Republican Examiner

By Karyn McDermott

February 6, 2011

“Richmond area Republicans gathered Saturday evening for their Lincoln Reagan  Dinner on the eve of what would have been the 40thPresident’s 100thbirthday.

The Chesterfield County Republican Committee organized the event which  included Bill Kristol, editor of the Weekly Standard and top political  pundit and commentator on the Fox News Channel who also held the post of Chief  of Staff to the Secretary of Education, Bill Bennett, during the Reagan  Administration.
Not only the eve of the Reagan centennial, Saturday night was also Super Bowl  XLV eve and the politics and football references where flying fast with all  speakers particularly former Governor and Senator George Allen who is famously  known for both.”

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Public Schedule for George Allen – Saturday, February 5, 2011

Feb 4, 2011 By Leave a Comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
February 4th, 2011

Public Schedule for George Allen
Saturday, February 5, 2011

Mount Vernon, VA – George Allen will address the Central Virginia Lincoln-Reagan Dinner at 6:00 PM ET on February 5, 2011 at the Richmond Marriott Hotel.

 

WHAT:   Central Virginia Lincoln-Reagan Dinner
WHO:   George Allen
WHEN:   February 5, 2011 at 6:00 PM ET
WHERE:   Richmond Marriott Hotel, 500 E. Broad St. Richmond, VA 23219
Learn more here.

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Webb Continues to Ignore Virginians on Health Care

Feb 2, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Mt. Vernon, VA – George Allen issued the following statement regarding Senator Jim Webb’s vote against repealing Obamacare:

“Jim Webb has once again ignored the voices of Virginians outraged by the federal health care law to side with his liberal friends in Washington.  By voting against the repeal of the government run health bill he has ignored the concerns of the courts, the American people and Virginia’s job creators who believe this bill needs to be repealed and replaced with common sense reforms.  

“Virginians and Americans would be better served by reforms that will deliver on the promise to make health care more affordable and accessible, including personal health savings accounts, and expanding competition to allow health insurance to be acquired across state lines.  As it stands now, the health care law and its odious mandates exceed the constitutional bounds of the federal government and subjects citizens to higher costs, limits their choices and restricts their access to quality health care.”

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