Posted on July 28, 2010 by Erin in News Clips, News Clips, Press Room
Quad City Times: ‘Energized’ Reynolds meets with local GOP
Kim Reynolds, running for lieutenant governor in Iowa, came into Scott County GOP headquarters Tuesday night full of enthusiasm and energy.
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.
