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Matt Collins
09-20-2011, 07:25 PM
Ron Paul to Receive Endorsement of
New Jersey State Sen. Mike Doherty


Garden State’s top conservative goes all in for Dr. Paul


LAKE JACKSON, Texas – 2012 Republican presidential candidate Ron Paul will receive the endorsement of New Jersey State Senator Michael J. Doherty (R-23) on Monday, September 26th at a noon press conference on the steps of the New Jersey State House, located in Trenton.

“New Jersey’s motto is ‘Liberty and prosperity’ so it is fitting that a tireless proponent of these values is stepping forward to endorse Ron Paul, the nation’s undisputed champion of personal and economic freedom,” said Ron Paul 2012 National Campaign Chairman Jesse Benton.

Said Sen. Doherty:

“Now more than ever, the United States needs a leader who respects the Constitution and who will return liberty and prosperity to the American people.

“We need a leader who will use our military only when it is absolutely necessary to defend the national security interests of the United States, and who will stop engaging our military in wasteful and unconstitutional nation building exercises.

“We need a leader who will stand up to the Federal Reserve to stop the destruction of the dollar, and to protect savers, retirees and the middle class. We need a leader who recognizes that there can be no liberty and freedom unless we respect private property rights.

“There is only one candidate for President who meets that description. His name is Ron Paul, and it is my great honor and privilege to endorse him for President of the United States.”

Sen. Doherty is serving his first term in the New Jersey Senate, after serving four terms in the New Jersey General Assembly. By most measures, he is the most conservative legislator in New Jersey. Sen. Doherty’s record has earned him repeated endorsements and top ratings from pro-business groups, industry associations, Second Amendment rights organizations and prolife advocacy groups.

Sen. Doherty graduated with a B.S. from the United States Military Academy at West Point and earned his J.D. at Seton Hall University School of Law. Achieving the rank of Captain in the Army, he has extensive military experience including living and working in Germany where his top secret contributions helped deter possible Soviet aggression during the Cold War. Sen. Doherty has three active-duty sons serving in the military.

Event details are as follows.

Monday, September 26, 2011

12:00 p.m. Eastern
State Sen. Mike Doherty endorses Ron Paul
New Jersey State House Steps
125 West State Street
Trenton, NJ 08608-1101

StudentForPaul08
09-20-2011, 07:28 PM
Is it just me? Am I out of the loop? Why is this a big deal. He's just a State Sen. ?

phesoge
09-20-2011, 08:01 PM
Well, it definitely helps when people accuse our good Doctor has being outside the mainstream. Also, this guy has extensive foreign policy experience which will help with Paul's message in the area. Also, state reps are fairly connected with their constituents so it should help reach those voters.

phesoge
09-20-2011, 08:02 PM
All in all it is good news. The more endorsements we can get the better. Also helps when campaigning in those areas.

Umbro2914
09-20-2011, 08:11 PM
Is it just me? Am I out of the loop? Why is this a big deal. He's just a State Sen. ?
he support paul in 08, so hes sticking to his guns. he has tea party support in NJ, so can sway traditional tea party voters to Paul. and hes a potential challenger to Senator Menendez. Hes not "just" a state senator... , besides local politicians are closer to the people and more likely to sway them... think about it

eleganz
09-20-2011, 08:12 PM
Believe it or not state senators have fans too, people that are influenced by their state party leaders' decisions. Having endorsements helps us with credibility as well.

specsaregood
09-20-2011, 08:16 PM
Is it just me? Am I out of the loop? Why is this a big deal. He's just a State Sen. ?

It's not a big deal really, but lets put it this way. You've heard all this talk about how Gov. Christie is a true fiscal conservative hawk?
Well, Sen. Doherty has been in the state senate pushing Christie WAY more to the right. In fact, blocking Christie during the budget negotiations demanding more cuts.

Also, there is word he is seriously considering a US Senate run to go for Menendez's seat. I wonder if that will be a surprise announcement at this shindig. The establishment is already backing some moderate douche.

Feelgood
09-20-2011, 08:20 PM
Is it just me? Am I out of the loop? Why is this a big deal. He's just a State Sen. ?

Bingo. Was just about to post something like this. Its almost as useless an endorsement as Vaughn, Manilow, or even Chuck Norris!

Verrater
09-20-2011, 08:30 PM
Three sons that are active duty military. That can't hurt.

Umbro2914
09-20-2011, 08:32 PM
Bingo. Was just about to post something like this. Its almost as useless an endorsement as Vaughn, Manilow, or even Chuck Norris!
I care to differ. This endorsement has resulted in articles about about Ron Paul is many local NJ papers, and in every major paper / nj political site. Thats FREE, positive media coverage.
Besides, Ron Paul simply arriving and speaking at the state capital is not as news worthy as him arriving and being endorsed by a local.
Look at the Big picture...

specsaregood
09-20-2011, 08:41 PM
I care to differ. This endorsement has resulted in articles about about Ron Paul is many local NJ papers, and in every major paper / nj political site. Thats FREE, positive media coverage.
Besides, Ron Paul simply arriving and speaking at the state capital is not as news worthy as him arriving and being endorsed by a local.
Look at the Big picture...

and if he does run for US senate, it will be an even bigger deal. he'd definitely deserve our support.

FSP-Rebel
09-20-2011, 09:01 PM
Bingo. Was just about to post something like this. Its almost as useless an endorsement as Vaughn, Manilow, or even Chuck Norris!
Sure would've liked some of them to put their money where their mouth is. I know careers are important and all.. And yes, a kind word from any of them means a lot. But. Go ahead, lay it on me.