2008 Election TL (Gameplay Thread)

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Today, I'm endorsing Mitt Romney for President. He has the leadership, experience, and integrity to move this country forward in a positive direction.
- Arnold Schwarzenegger

Mitt Romney spends the day touring the state of Georgia with Nathan Deal. He also makes a stop in Tennessee with Fred Thompson, as well as Oklahoma with Tom Coburn, where he is hoping for an upset win.

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Friends, I believe in the American dream. I believe that if we implement the right policies, Americans' dreams will come true. I believe I am that leader to put our dreams in motion, and I ask for your vote this Tuesday. Thank you, and God Bless!
- Mitt Romney at a rally in Georgia


Today, North Dakota, I ask you to elect Mitt Romney as your President! He has the character, experience, and integrity to serve in our nation's highest office. I considered a run myself, but backed out when I saw such a fine candidate running.
- Tim Pawlenty

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What makes a great candidate? One who will stand up for the people, not the government. Who is a great candidate? Mitt Romney, and I ask you all to vote for him on Super Tuesday!

- Rep. Tom Price of Georgia, barnstorming in Marietta

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I've spent years in the Senate, and have seen many Presidents go through. I stand here today saying this: Mitt Romney has the potential to beat just about all of them. The private sector experience he brings to this is extremely valuable, and I have no doubt in my mind he'd make a great President.
- Orrin Hatch, campaigning for Romney in Arizona


I'm a huge supporter of Mitt, and I'm asking my friends in North Dakota to consider voting for Mitt Romney. I'm proud to support someone who doesn't support raising taxes and isn't soft on crime and immigration!
- Governor Mike Rounds, campaigning for Romney in North Dakota


Believe me, I know talent (crowd laughs), and Mitt Romney is one talented man. He'll make a great commander-in-chief, and I'm honored to be able to vote for such an excellent man of character.
- Former Senator Jim Talent, campaigning in Columbia, Missouri

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Minnesota, I ask you today to vote for Mitt Romney for President. He's a great man, and would make a great leader.
- Tim Pawlenty in Bloomington, Minnesota

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Mitt Romney makes a final stop in Alpharetta, Georgia, then heads to the Hilton Garden Inn in Atlanta, Georgia to watch the results...

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My friends, yesteday was a great day for our campaign, and we are closer than ever before to clinching the nomination! I congratulate Governor Huckabee and Congressman Tancredo on their performances. Our campaign is now heading to Virginia, Maryland, and DC, where we expect strong finishes. We are also laying the groudworks in Texas and Ohio for decisive victories there. Thank you all, and God Bless!
- Mitt Romney

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Former Senator John Warner appears at a rally in Richmond, Virginia with Governor Romney…

Today, I’m proud to announce my endorsement of Governor Mitt Romney. Super Tuesday proved that Mitt Romney is the strongest candidate in this race. We have momentum on our side! Now Virginia, let’s buck what some of the experts think and give Romney a huge win here. The economic policies that Romney will implement now will have a positive affect on our future. Thank you all, and God Bless
- Former Senator John Warner


Later that day, former Maryland Governor Bob Ehlrich makes a statement in Annapolis, Maryland…

I’m endorsing Mitt Romney in this race, and encourage Maryland to give Governor Romney a huge victory here. We have the momentum on our side, and I let’s help him get the votes to clinch the nomination. Our party is lucky to have such a great leader running, and let’s fight for a victory on Tuesday!
- Former Governor Bob Ehlrich

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The Romney campaign releases the following statement...

"We are humbled and honored to receive the endorsement of the distinguished Representative Tom Tancredo. Tom is a great man who has done a lot of great things for America, and would have made a fine President. We wish Mr. Tancredo the best of luck, and look forward to seeing more of him in the future.?"


This campaign received even more momentum today with Tancredo's gracious endorsement. Today, I call on Governor Mike Huckabee to suspend his campaign. Governor Romney is extremely close to clinching the nomination, and holds a massive delegate lead over Governor Huckabee. The only thing that will result in Mr. Huckabee staying in the race is a party further divided, and I'm sure he wouldn't want that.
- Governor Bobby Jindal

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Mitt Romney makes a vow while campaigning in Virginia...

Despite leading nationwide and getting nearer and nearer to the magic number of delegates, I'm going to continue campaigning across this nation and reach every state. The greatest part of campaigning is getting to hear the stories of all types of Americans. And then, it's even greater if you can take the people's suggestions with you to the White House and support policy that will help those people. That's why I'm excited to campaign. I want to listen to you all, take your ideas in, and then try to fix the problems Americans have.
- Mitt Romney

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Mitt Romney campaigns heavily in Virginia, making stops in Richmond, Arlington, Roanoke, and Virginia Beach. Former Senator Warner also spends the day making various stops for Romney...

Polls show that we are close in Virginia, but close is not good enough! Friends, we have to win Virginia, and I'm confident we will! We are now closer than ever to clinching the nomination, and I thank you all for helping me get to this point. We still have a ways to go, but with your help, I know we can get there. We must remain strong, even in the general election. Sadly, my opponent thinks further dividing our party is a good thing, which I am extremely disappointed with. One thing I know from spending years in the private sector: splitting your "profits" is never a good thing. (crowd laughs) Thank you all, and lets bring Virginia into the winning column!

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Michele Bachmann stumps for Governor Romney at a hardware store in Fairfax, Virginia...

This party needs a nominee who will stand up to Governor Warner. Virginians, you know the Governor well. He's a "moderate", and is considered a pretty strong nominee for the Democrat party. The Republicans need a strong leader, someone like Ronald Reagan. And friends, I believe Mitt Romney is that leader, and I ask you all to vote for him. Thank you!

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Mitt Romney holds a press conference in Madison, Wisconsin, making the following statement...

We were hoping to win Virginia, but came up just short. I congratulate Governor Huckabee on his win there. However, we still had a great night overall, and have increased our delegate lead by 19, and we are now closer than ever to clinching the nomination! Our campaign is focusing heavily now on the wonderful state of Wisconsin, and we hope to clinch the nomination on March 4th when primaries in Texas, Ohio, Vermont, and Rhode Island take place. Thank you all, and God Bless!
- Mitt Romney

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President George W. Bush holds a press conference at the White House...

Today, I'm proud to endorse Mitt Romney for President. It's becoming more apparent each day that he will be our party's nominee, and I wish him the best of luck. To his opponent, Governor Mike Huckabee, I ask him to withdraw from the race with his dignity and integrity intact. A divided primary will lead to a divided party, and in this case, could lead to a Democrat in the White House, something this nation simply cannot afford.

I've made mistakes during my time as President, and I regret those. However, now, America needs a leader who can fix those mistakes and make this nation stronger and safer. There is only one candidate who can do that, and that man is Mitt Romney.

Thank you all, and God Bless. I'm pleased to be voting for Mitt Romney on March 4th in the Texas primary.

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Mitt Romney responds to the President's endorsement in Milwaukee, Wisconsin...

I thank the President for his endorsement. It is greatly appreciated. Despite some of his mistakes, I think we can all agree that President Bush has had some really strong moments in his nation.

I am brought back to 9/11. A tragic day in America, and a day everyone remembers. My question to you all, "Where were you when the world stopped turning, on that September day"? There are millions of answers, and hundreds of thousands of touching stories. This event brought America together, and made everyone proud to be an American.

America cannot afford to have another event like 9/11 occur. As your President, I will do everything in my power to make sure that doesn't happen. We must stay strong, both economically and on defense. Republicans are being attacked for the Iraq war, but I can tell you all something now: I would rather lose an election than lose a war. It is vital that we stay strong in Iraq and remain our presence until the mission is accomplished. Thank you all, and God Bless!

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Minority Leader John Boehner holds a rally for Mitt Romney in Ohio...

Today, I'm proud to endorse Mitt Romney for President of the United States! It's time for America to unite around it's leader, not continue to try and divide this party further. That's why I'm supporting Romney. But not only that, Mitt has the courage, leadership, and integrity to lead this nation. I'm proud to support him, and can't wait to vote for him on March 4th!


Later that day, multiple members of Congress endorse Governor Romney from Texas and Ohio...

Jean Schmidt
Jim Jordan
Steve Austria
Steve Latourette
Rob Portman
Joe Barton
William Thornberry
Kevin Brady
Kay Granger

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Jean Schmidt makes an appearence in Ohio on behalf of Governor Romney...

Mitt Romney is the man. He has the guts to stand up to liberals, instead of siding with them like his opponent does. He won't take no for an answer, and will fight his hardest to get the job done. We need a leader like that in the White House, not one who supports educating criminals and lets convicted rapists roam the streets! I'm supporting Mitt because he is that leader, and his opponent is not. I ask you all to do the same.
- Congresswoman Jean Schmidt

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Former President George H. W. Bush makes an appearance for Governor Romney in Madison, Wisconsin...

Well, I must say, I'm proud of my son for endorsing Romney. Not that I'm playing favorites, but his Christmas card may be shinier than the one I send to Jeb. (crowd roars) No, I'm kidding. Politics and family never mix, even in a family as political as mine.

Today, I'm here to give you all an exciting speech. This is it. (crowd laughs) Seriously though, I'm sick of the games being played in Washingtons. I'm sick of fake politicians who claim to be the most conservative candidate despite wanting to educate criminals and let rapists free, as well as supporting tax hikes multiple times. I'm ready for a leader who will play it straight up, not the political way we're used to. I support Mitt Romney for those reasons, and I ask you all to support him too. Thank you, and God Bless!

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While campaigning in Wisconsin, a reporter asks Romney to comment on the attacks made by Tancredo...

While I wouldn't go as far to call Mike a jerk, I do find it concerning the unhealthy state of Arkansas. With obesity at an all time high, we need a President who can be a good role model to young kids struggling with weight problems. And while I'm sure Governor Huckabee is a great guy, I can't see him being that role model, given his weight problems. I supported bills that got Massachusetts on track as one of the healthiest states in the nation, and I hope to do something similar on a national level.
- Mitt Romney

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Governor Mitt Romney campaigns with Vice President Dick Cheney and Governor Tim Pawlenty in Rockford, Wisconsin...

Now Mike's at it again, calling out campaign dishonest! The fact is, whether he wants to admit it or not, Mike Huckabee is still overweight, and I think that's pretty much a given to anyone who's seen him. This campaign is not about trying to smear our opponent with baseless attacks. The facts are this: Each day, hundreds of children across America are being diagnosed with diabetes, and more and more are severely overweight. Obesity in America is now over 40%, as more Americans are getting lazier and more "fat" foods are being encouraged. America needs a leader who will fight to turn the tide against obesity. How can Mike Huckabee manage our children's health when he can't even manage his own!?!?
- Vice President Dick Cheney

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Mitt Romney holds another rally in Wisconsin with Senator Sam Brownback. He also tours the state with Senator Lisa Murkowski and Governor Timothy Pawlenty. Romney focuses on his conservative credentials, and makes a strong emphasis on fighting illegal immigration, improving the natural surroundings and taking good advantage of the Great Lakes, and helping the elderly with social security and veteran benefits.

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Mitt Romney continues to campaign heavily in Wisconsin, and also makes a couple stops in Ohio with Jean Schmidt. Mitt Romney focuses on his experience in the private sector. Also, John Kasich appears in Ohio with Romney and offers his endorsement.

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Jean Schmidt continues to tour Southwest Ohio on behalf of Romney...

I support Mitt Romney simply because he's the best candidate. This country, this party, does not need a leader who supports giving college degrees to illegal aliens, supports even more tax hikes, lies about it, and is soft on crime! We need a leader who will set a good role model for our children and future generations, and that man is clearly Mitt Romney!
- Jean Schmidt

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I'm a big supporter of Mitt Romney. Mike Huckabee wouldn't be terrible, but right now, Ohio, as well as the rest of America, needs a fiscally responsible leader, not one who has a history of raising taxes. I'll be voting for Mitt on primary day, and I hope you all do too!
- Senator George Voinovich


Mitt Romney has continued a hard blitz of Wisconsin, where he hopes a decisive victory will force a quick withdrawal from Governor Huckabee.

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Mitt Romney releases an ad of substance in Wisconsin focusing on Huckabee's liberal tendencies...

Announcer: Mike Huckabee...He claims he's the conservative candidate in the race. Is he? Let's look at the facts...
As Governor he signed legislation to raise taxes as 87 times. The Governor supported legislation to provide college education to illegal immigrants, and pardoned more criminals than any other Governor in America.
http://Mitt Romney: America's in trying times, and now more than ever, we need a true conservative, not just one in name. I'll be that person, and I ask for your vote on February 19th.