Contact: Tim Albrecht (515) 276-2266

Branstad statement on the passing of former Iowa House Speaker Bill Harbor

(GRINNELL) – Former Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad today released the following statement upon learning of the passing of former speaker of the Iowa House, Bill Harbor:

“My thoughts and prayers are with Bill’s friends and family. Bill was a dedicated public servant who served as a state representative, speaker of the Iowa House of Representatives and later as chief clerk of the Iowa House of Representatives. He was a great mentor to young legislators like me. He was a conscientious and capable leader who will be missed. Iowa is a better place today because of his service.”

For more information on the Governor Branstad 2010 campaign, please visitwww.GovernorBranstad2010.com.

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]]> http://governorbranstad2010.com/branstad-statement-on-the-passing-of-former-iowa-house-speaker-bill-harbor/feed/ 0 http://governorbranstad2010.com/branstad-statement-on-the-passing-of-former-iowa-house-speaker-bill-harborbranstad-statement-on-the-passing-of-former-iowa-house-speaker-bill-harbor/ http://governorbranstad2010.com/branstad-statement-on-the-passing-of-former-iowa-house-speaker-bill-harborbranstad-statement-on-the-passing-of-former-iowa-house-speaker-bill-harbor/#comments Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:37:30 +0000 Tim Albrecht http://governorbranstad2010.com/?p=2967 (GRINNELL) – Former Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad today released the following statement upon learning of the passing of former speaker of the Iowa House, Bill Harbor:

“My thoughts and prayers are with Bill’s friends and family. Bill was a dedicated…

Iowa Association of Business and Industry’s PAC to endorse Terry Branstad for governor

Group represents more than 1,400 businesses employing over 300,000 Iowans

(URBANDALE) – The Iowa Association of Business and Industry’s (ABI) Political Action Committee, representing 1,400 businesses that employ over 300,000 Iowans, will endorse Terry Branstad’s bid for governor this Monday, August 2, 2010, at a 9 a.m. news conference.

On hand to present the endorsement to Branstad will be Iowa ABI board chair Sarah McDonald Hasken, as well as Kirk Tyler, chair of Iowa Industry PAC.

Details on the news conference are as follows:

Monday, August 2, 2010

9 a.m. Former Gov. Terry Branstad holds news conference to receive Iowa ABI’s PAC endorsement

Atlantic Bottling

16200 Hickman Rd.

Waukee, IA

For more information on the Branstad/Reynolds 2010 campaign, please visitwww.GovernorBranstad2010.com.

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Contact: Tim Albrecht (515) 276-2266

Branstad and Vaudt to visit North and Northeast Iowa during latest “Truth in Budgeting” tour

(URBANDALE) – Former Gov. Terry Branstad joins state Auditor David Vaudt in week four of their “Truth in Budgeting” tour on Monday, August 2, 2010 and Tuesday, August 3, 2010. The following events are open to the public and press:

Friday, July 30, 2010 (NOTE: Updated time for Boone event is 3:30 P.M.)

3:30 p.m. Former Gov. Terry Branstad and state Auditor David Vaudt hold Boone County “Truth in Budgeting” Event

Dutch Oven Bakery

605 Story St.

Boone, IA

Monday, August 2, 2010

9 a.m. Former Gov. Terry Branstad holds news conference to receive Iowa ABI’s PAC endorsement

Atlantic Bottling

16200 Hickman Rd.

Waukee, IA

2 p.m. Former Gov. Terry Branstad and state Auditor David Vaudt hold Bremer County “Truth in Budgeting” tour stop

Waverly Public Library

1500 W. Bremer Ave.

Waverly, IA

4 p.m. Former Gov. Terry Branstad and state Auditor David Vaudt hold Flyod County “Truth in Budgeting” tour stop

North Iowa Area Community College

NIACC Center #110

Charles City, IA

Tuesday, August 4, 2010

9 a.m. Former Gov. Terry Branstad and state Auditor David Vaudt hold Howard County town hall

Sue-Z-Q’s

726 2^nd Ave. SE

Cresco, IA

11 a.m. Former Gov. Terry Branstad and state Auditor David Vaudt hold Winneshiek County “Truth in Budgeting” tour stop

Decorah City Hall, city council chambers

400 Claiborne Dr.

Decorah, IA

2 p.m. Former Gov. Terry Branstad and state Auditor David Vaudt hold Delaware County “Truth in Budgeting” tour stop

Manchester Public Library

304 N. Franklin

Manchester, IA

3:30 p.m. Former Gov. Terry Branstad and state Auditor David Vaudt hold Buchanan County “Truth in Budgeting” tour stop

Independence Public Library

805 1^st St.

Independence, IA

For more information on the Governor Branstad 2010 campaign, please visitwww.GovernorBranstad2010.com.

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Contact: Tim Albrecht (515) 276-2266

Reynolds launches 6-city swing next week

(URBANDALE) – Branstad lieutenant governor nominee embarks on a 6-city swing next week. The following events are open to the press and public:

Tuesday, August 3, 2010

4 p.m. Branstad lieutenant governor nominee Kim Reynolds attends the Sidney Rodeo Parade

Sidney, IA

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

3 p.m. Branstad lieutenant governor nominee Kim Reynolds attends the Mississippi Valley Fair

Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds

2815 West Locust St.

Davenport, IA

6 p.m. Branstad lieutenant governor nominee Kim Reynolds attends the Johnson County Republican headquarters grand opening

Johnson County GOP Victory HQ

107 5^th St.

Coralville, IA

Thursday, August 5, 2010

7 a.m. Branstad lieutenant governor nominee Kim Reynolds addresses Ames Conservative Breakfast Club

Ames Golf & Country Club

5752 George Washington Carver Ave.

Ames, IA

Friday, August 6, 2010

11:15 a.m. Branstad lieutenant governor nominee Kim Reynolds addresses the Black Hawk County Republican Women luncheon

Beck’s on University

3295 University Ave.

Waterloo, IA

2 p.m. Branstad lieutenant governor nominee Kim Reynolds participates in the Mississippi Valley Steer Show

Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds

2815 West Locust St.

Davenport, IA

For more information on the Governor Branstad 2010 campaign, please visitwww.GovernorBranstad2010.com.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, July 29, 2010
Contact: Tim Albrecht (515) 276-2266

(URBANDALE) – The Iowa Association of Business and Industry’s (ABI) Political Action Committee, representing 1,400 businesses that employ over 300,000 Iowans, will endorse Terry Branstad’s bid for governor this Monday, August 2, 2010, at a 9 a.m. news conference.

On hand to present the endorsement to Branstad will be Iowa ABI board chair Sarah McDonald Hasken, as well as Kirk Tyler, chair of Iowa Industry PAC.

Details on the news conference are as follows:

Monday, August 2, 2010

9 a.m. Former Gov. Terry Branstad holds news conference to receive Iowa ABI’s PAC endorsement
Atlantic Bottling
16200 Hickman Rd.
Waukee, IA

For more information on the Branstad/Reynolds 2010 campaign, please visit www.GovernorBranstad2010.com.

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This PAC represents more than 1,400 Iowa employers. Additionally, these businesses employ more than 300,000 workers across the great state of Iowa!

We are excited and honored to receive their endorsement!

The former governor who is the current Republican gubernatorial candidate spoke Wednesday at the Best Western Regency Inn to attendees at the Iowa Association of Community College Trustees annual conference, which is being hosted by Marshalltown Community College.

Branstad said he saw where Iowa is ranked last in the nation in new business start-ups.

“That’s something we’ve got to change,” he said.

Branstad encouraged the community college administrators to try to help with the growth in new business and promote entrepreneurship. He commended community colleges for forming partnerships within their communities, particularly for those allowing high school students to earn college credit before they leave high school.

Branstad is running against incumbent Democrat Chet Culver this fall. He admitted there are challenges ahead for the state due to the economy, but said those challenges create opportunities.

“I’m excited about the future,” Branstad said. “I think our best days can be ahead of us if we work together.”

Read the full story here.

The state senator from Osceola flashed a big smile as she gave her first hug to Judy Davidson, chair of the county’s Republican Party. She then hugged Bill Fennelly, Scott County treasurer, and finished her introductory hugs with Carol Earnhardt, a candidate for the county board of supervisors.

Reynolds is campaigning as half of the GOP’s gubernatorial ticket headed by former Gov. Terry Branstad. She clearly impressed a crowd of about 100 gathered at Scott County Republican headquarters in Davenport.

The 50-year-old — often compared to former Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin — appeared enthused and happy to see so many people gathered months before the November election.

“I’m energized and encouraged,” she said in a loud, clear voice. “We’re seeing record numbers of people showing up at events like this.”

Reynolds, citing her 14 years as a county treasurer, said she considers herself a hard worker. “But I think I have met my match,” she said, referring to Branstad, the governor who served Iowans for four terms. “We need a true leader back in the office,” she added.

Read the full story here.

(URBANDALE) – Governor Branstad 2010 campaign manager Jeff Boeyink today released the following statement following the dismal report on I-JOBS released earlier today:

“These are short term construction jobs, not the long-term jobs Gov. Culver promised when he proposed I-Jobs. $1.7 billion for short term construction jobs is not a great return on investment for Iowa taxpayers. In fact, these short term jobs are costing Iowans over $240,000 a piece.

“Construction employment in Iowa is actually down 2,700 since the I-Jobs bill was passed and nearly 20,000 Iowans have been added to the rolls of the unemployed since this program began.

“In reality, the I-Jobs program has done next to nothing to create the long-term, sustainable jobs that Iowans so desperately need.

“These projects will only last until the money runs out. In fact, a number of these projects will need renovations by the time the state pays back the bond, which is more than two decades from now.

“It is time to again have a governor like Terry Branstad, who understands how to create long-term jobs in this state.”

For more information on the Branstad 2010 campaign, please visit www.GovernorBranstad2010.com.

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