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96 Hours To Go!

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 13:20:03 +0100

Friends,

During this exciting time in the last 96 hours of the campaign, would you like to be part of helping us secure victory? Our dedicated volunteers have contacted tens of thousands of voters. We have identified our supporters and we need to remind them to get out to the polls this Tuesday.

You can sign up to phone bank, go door-to-door, or help at the polls by calling our campaign headquarters at (517) 841-1650 or emailing us at info@runwithrooney.com.

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Chelsea Mayor Jason Lindauer Endorses Rooney for Congress

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:29:46 +0100

(Jackson, MI) – Jason Lindauer, Mayor of the City of Chelsea in Washtenaw County, today announced his endorsement of Brian Rooney in Michigan’s 7th Congressional District.

“I am proud to endorse Brian Rooney for Congress,” said Mayor Lindauer. “Washtenaw County and other counties in our area have been hit hard by these tough economic times. As the business candidate, Brian understands what we need to do to bring jobs to Washtenaw County and the rest of Michigan’s 7th Congressional DRead More...

Michigan Chamber Primary Election Alert

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 15:27:15 +0100

Get Out and Vote on Primary Election Day, Tuesday, August 3rd and Support Pro-Jobs, Pro-Taxpayer Candidates

Primary Election Day is just around the corner, so now is the time to complete your evaluation of the candidates and determine who you will vote for on August 3rd. Polls open statewide at 7:00 a.m. and close at 8:00 p.m.

As Michigan Chamber President & CEO Rich Studley noted in his column in the Summer 2010 edition of Michigan Forward Quarterly, the “nexRead More...

Rooney Receives Highest Candidate Rating from National Rifle Association

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 19:24:24 +0100

(Jackson, MI) – The National Rifle Association today announced that Brian Rooney, Republican candidate for Congress in Michigan’s 7th District, received an “AQ” rating. This rating is the highest that a congressional candidate can receive without having previously held elected office.

“As you know, the Second Amendment and our hunting heritage are very important to voters in Michigan and your positions on these issues demonstrate a commitment to the rights of gun owners and sportsmeRead More...

Saline City Council Member Alicia Ping Endorses Rooney for Congress

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 14:24:43 +0100

(Jackson, MI) – Alicia Ping, Saline City Council Member, today announced her endorsement of Brian Rooney in Michigan’s 7th Congressional District.

“I am very excited to endorse Brian Rooney for Congress,” said Ping. “I was not planning on making an endorsement in this primary race but I had a chance to meet Brian in person and I really like what he stands for. I appreciate that he stands for something rather than just voting against everything. It’s definitely refreshing that he undRead More...

The Detroit News Endorses Rooney for Congress

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 14:51:16 +0100

Michigan voters will refresh the state's congressional delegation this fall, filling three seats left open by retirements. Two to three other seats are also considered competitive, meaning our delegation in Washington could look sharply different in January.

Voters should support candidates who would make Congress more responsive to the will of the people and put an end to runaway deficit spending. Here are our choices in the district primaries, excluding those races where only oRead More...

Washtenaw County Commissioner Jessica Ping Endorses Rooney for Congress

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 14:55:57 +0100

(Jackson, MI) – Jessica Ping, Washtenaw County Commissioner, today announced her endorsement of Brian Rooney in Michigan’s 7th Congressional District.

“I am proud to support Brian Rooney as he fights to build a stronger and more prosperous Michigan,” said Ping. “Brian understands the importance and urgency of helping businesses in our area grow so that we can get people back to work. He knows what needs to be done in Congress and will fight for pro-growth and pro-jobs policies so thRead More...

On the Air With Kresta in the Afternoon

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 03:30:24 +0100

Had a great chat about the campaign this afternoon with Al Kresta. I'd like to thank Al and the entire Kresta in the Afternoon and WDEO 990 team for having me on the show. You can listen to my interview here!

Michigan Business Leader and Retired Major General Vadnais Endorses Rooney for Congress

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 14:26:35 +0100

(Jackson, MI) – Gregory Vadnais, retired Michigan Army National Guard Major General and owner of Michigan-based Paxton Resources, today announced his endorsement of Brian Rooney in Michigan’s 7th Congressional District.

“I am proud to support and endorse Brian Rooney for Congress,” said VadnaRead More...

Rooney Wins Cash On Hand Race

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 15:49:26 +0100

Rooney tops Republican opponents who have been in race for over a year.

(Jackson, MI) - Brian Rooney, Republican candidate for Congress in Michigan’s 7th Congressional District, today announced that his campaign brought in over $150,000 in the second quarter. Rooney has demonstrated that he haRead More...

Rooney Campaign on TV in Race for Michigan's 7th

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 16:52:15 +0100

(Jackson, MI) – Brian Rooney today released his first television ad in the race for Michigan’s 7th Congressional District. The ad will begin airing tomorrow around the region.

A conservative outsider, Rooney has assembled a strong coalition of supporters from diverse backgrounds including veterans, farmers, businessmen, and law enforcement. Rooney was recently endorsed by the Michigan Chamber of Commerce and “meets endorsement criteria” for Right to Life of Michigan.

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Rooney Appears on NBC Wood TV8's To The Point

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 21:31:12 +0100

I’d like to thank Rick Albin and the entire NBC Wood TV8 and To The Point team for having me on the show yesterday. I appreciate the opportunity to discuss the issues and to spread our campaign’s message of new leadership for a stronger and more prosperous Michigan.

You can check out the clip on our campaign’s YouTube Channel or by clicking the image below!

Rooney_Wood_TV_YouTube

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 14:07:02 +0100

(Jackson, MI) – Joel Manby, a native of Battle Creek, Michigan, today announced his endorsement of Brian Rooney in Michigan’s 7th Congressional District.

Manby, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Herschend Family Entertainment, was recently featured in the first season of Undercover Boss on CBS. His episode was the second most watched of the season and drew more than 16.72 million viewers nationally.

“Although I live in Georgia, Michigan is still close to my heaRead More...

Brian Rooney Throws First Pitch for Battle Creek Bombers

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 21:29:02 +0100

Had a lot of fun throwing the first pitch at tonight's Battle Creek Bombers game. Tonight was veterans night at C.O. Brown Stadium.

Check out pictures on Facebook and Flickr and video on YouTube!

Rooney at Hillsdale Gospel Barn

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 21:27:38 +0100

Last weekend was a great patriotic time. Personally, my most memorable part was attending the "Gospel Barn" in Hillsdale. It was such an uplifting spirtual and patriotic evening. I met so many good people. I want to thank Scott and Norma Jean Wiley for inviting me to this unique 7th District venue.

Adrian Daily Telegram Poll

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 21:26:25 +0100

Adrian Daily Telegram Poll Question: If you plan on voting in the Republican primary for the 7th Congressional District, who will you support? Make sure to respond to the poll on their website!

Vote in the poll here!

Rooney Participates in Lenawee 9.12 Forum

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 21:12:32 +0100

I’d like to thank the over three hundred voters who came out to learn about the candidates last night at the Lenawee Christian Centre in Adrian! The Lenawee 9.12 Forum did a fantastic job in organizing the event. I appreciate the opportunity to engage my primary opponents on our substantive differences. I look forward to the next few debates because they will give me more opportunities to show voters that I am the candidate who has the energy, real world experience, and new ideas in this raceRead More...

Rooney Scores Early Debate Victory

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 15:02:18 +0100

(Jackson, MI) – Brian Rooney, in the first debate of the primary election season, scored an early victory and again distinguished himself as the leading Republican candidate in Michigan’s 7th Congressional District. Speaking to a receptive audience of over 300 in Lenawee County, Rooney’s message clearly resonated with voters who are tired of career politicians and want new leadership in Congress.

After the debate, Rooney said, “I would like to thank the Lenawee 9.12 Forum for putting Read More...

Retired Lenawee County Clerk Lou Ann Bluntschly Endorses Rooney

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 13:49:39 +0100

(Jackson, MI) – Lou Ann Bluntschly, retired Lenawee County Clerk, today announced her endorsement of Brian Rooney in Michigan’s 7th Congressional District.

“I am proud to endorse Brian Rooney for Congress,” said Bluntschly. “I am pleased that Brian is so strongly pro-life. That issue is very important to both of us. I am also supporting Brian because I believe that he has the best chance of defeating Mark Schauer in November. His strong fundraising and grassroots campaign organizationRead More...

Former Prosecutor David Gorcyca Endorses Rooney for Congress

eyap@runwithrooney.com — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 14:41:32 +0100

(Jackson, MI) – David Gorcyca, former Oakland County Prosecutor, today announced his endorsement of Brian Rooney in Michigan’s 7th Congressional District.

“At a time of unprecedented challenges in our state and nation, Michiganders need proven leaders like Brian Rooney representing us in Congress,” said Gorcyca. “Brian has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership as a United States Marine, prosecutor, and conservative constitutional attorney. We need Brian in Congress because Read More...