Press Release – Leaving Race
Government spending is out of control, government policies are forcing jobs overseas, and the majority of our politicians have forgotten that they represent the people and have succumbed to political parties, special interest groups, and their own political aspirations.
Our country is in real trouble and the American people know it. I have spoken to hundreds of people since my campaign started last September. They know that we need to:
- Get spending under control with a balanced budget
- Create jobs in our country by using our own natural resources and modifying our tax code to “level the playing field” and encouraging job creation and retention in the U.S.
- Hold our representatives accountable through: campaign reform, lobbying reform, and term-limits.
They know that we need representatives “for the people” not “for the party” and not “for themselves”. They get it. Our politicians don’t.
I have been motivated and uplifted with the heart-felt support and concern of everyone I have spoken to. Unfortunately, simply wanting to carry out the will of the people alone is not enough. You need the support of your local party and/or the ability to raise large sums of money in order to run a successful campaign. Because I have not been able to do either, I have decided to end my race for the 8th Congressional district.
I want to offer a sincere thank you to everyone who sacrificed their time and energy during my campaign, especially my wife and children. You are truly remarkable!
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January 29th, 2010 at 5:52 pm
Jeff
THANK YOU !!
Thank you for being a true American and a Patriot.
The country needs more people like you that are willing to step forward and serve.
THANK YOU
dave
January 30th, 2010 at 7:42 am
Thank you for running. We need more Americans like you!
April 29th, 2010 at 7:25 am
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