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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE National Republican Congressional Committee Gives Martin Highest Recognition (ST. LOUIS, MO.) Feb. 8, 2010 – The National Republican Congressional Committee is recognizing the hard work and grassroots effort of 3rd District Congressional Candidate Ed Martin. In a release today the NRCC listed Martin as a “contender candidate.” Martin has been on its radar for months and quickly climbed to this top level status. Being a “contender” means Martin has not only proven his ability but exceeded NRCC benchmark goals for a successful campaign. Some of his outstanding efforts include his Town Halls on healthcare and jobs, his meet and greets with voters of the district, and his fundraising. Martin had a record breaking 4th quarter on his fundraising report – rapidly closing the gap on his opponent Congressman Russ Carnahan. Martin joins an elite group being awarded the “contender” status. ‘These candidates are putting the pieces of a winning campaign in place by meeting the rigorous goals laid out by the Young Guns program and aggressively paving the way toward victory on Election Day,” said NRCC Chairman Pete Sessions. Martin continues to gain support in his grassroots effort and build an effective winning campaign. For more information about Martin’s background and the campaign, visit EdMartinforCongress.com, or follow him on Facebook and Twitter @ed4congress. Paid for by “Ed Martin for Congress” Theresa Petry FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ad Takes Aim at “Rubber Stamp Russ” (ST. LOUIS, MO.) Feb. 8, 2010 – On a day when football and commercials take center stage, 3rd District Congressional Candidate Ed Martin launched his own ad. He premiered it during a Big Game party fundraiser in his honor Sunday. While The Who sang “Who Are You” on the field in Florida for the half-time show, Ed Martin supporters were treated to an ad showing just who he is and why he’s running for Congress. The ad, which is airing on-line, showcases exactly who Congressman Russ Carnahan is too. Carnahan’s voting record for the leftist agenda of Speaker Nancy Pelosi and President Obama has earned him the title “Rubber Stamp Russ.” Highlighted in the ad is Carnahan’s vote for cap and trade and a stimulus bill which awarded his brother taxpayer money for a wind farm. It also points out his unwillingness to listen to the people of his district even at his own Town Hall. Through all of these things and more he’s let his district down and justifiably earned the title of “Rubber Stamp Russ.” The facts on Congressional candidate Ed Martin are also highlighted. He is a family man with family values. He’s a taxpayer and tea partier. Martin is a man for family and freedom and, unlike Carnahan, he’s proven to be a fighter for American jobs –Missouri jobs. When Anheuser Busch was up for sale Martin didn’t hover on the sidelines like Congressman Carnahan. Martin rallied an effort to save AB drawing local and international support. Martin’s message is getting reviews like “very powerful” and “great tackle.” His ad received more than 500 hits in just a few hours on You Tube and countless more on his website EdMartinforCongress.com. It also has already been picked up and reposted by several bloggers and other sites. For more information about Martin’s background and the campaign, visit EdMartinforCongress.com, or follow him on Facebook and Twitter @ed4congress. Paid for by “Ed Martin for Congress” Theresa Petry FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE An Army of Ed Martin supporters spread his message on the snowy sidewalks outside Chaifetz.
As they handed out Ed Martin bumper stickers and bios they were greeted by comments like, ”I want to volunteer for him too,” “I’m already a big supporter,” and “Anything to get rid of Russ Carnahan!” One volunteer started a rally cry chanting, “Massachusetts we can do it too! Goodbye Carnahan, Hello Ed Martin.” It was a sentiment that echoed throughout the crowd as they gave thumbs up and reached for more Ed Martin bumper stickers. Inside the arena the call for action continued as Glenn Beck rallied the packed house. He told the crowd that each of us has a role to play and warned liberals saying “We surround them” and “Here come the Americans.” The event was sponsored by the group Conservatives of America. To become a volunteer click on Volunteer for Ed Martin. You can choose from a variety of ways to volunteer and show your support. Please Contact Theresa Petry to set up any interviews (314) 807-7077 For more information about Martin’s background and the campaign, visit EdMartinforCongress.com, or follow him on Facebook and Twitter @ed4congress. Paid for by “Ed Martin for Congress” Theresa Petry FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE It’s a sad day when the promotion of life and family is considered controversial. (ST. LOUIS, MO.) Feb. 5, 2010 – Advocacy groups, having not even seen the ad, are demanding CBS abort its decision to air a 30 second Super Bowl commercial by Focus on the Family. The conservative Christian group said the ad is part of a “Celebrate Life, Celebrate Family” campaign. “It‟s a sad day when the promotion of life and family is considered controversial,” said 3rd District Congressional Candidate Ed Martin. Continue reading Pro-Life Congressional Candidate to Comment on “Controversial” Super Bowl Ad FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (ST. LOUIS, MO.) Feb. 5, 2010 – Fed up with a failed jobs stimulus, lack of employment, and trickling business some 40 Jefferson County residents filed into Surdyke Harley Davidson in Festus Tuesday night. 3rd District Congressional Candidate Ed Martin hosted the Jobs Town Hall so he could listen to their concerns. He heard from employees and employers alike and together discussed what it will take to create shovel ready jobs here in Missouri. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE While Congressman Carnahan takes a shoulder shrug approach to job cuts Congressional candidate Ed Martin takes a stand. (ST. LOUIS, MO.) Feb. 4, 2010 – Congressional Candidate Ed Martin is appalled that President Obama is proposing yet another move that would cut even deeper into Missouri’s jobs. “The Obama administration has proposed to cut funding for Boeing’s C-17 made right here in St. Louis. This is unacceptable – both from a national and local standpoint. This proposed cut would impact an estimated 900 local jobs -that means even more of our neighbors out of work unable to support their families. But it’s no surprise Russ Carnahan is simply standing by allowing this to happen. He was silent as Anheuser Busch was taken over, as Chrysler closed their plant, and as the Obama-Pelosi-Reid wasteful spending spree continues,” said Martin. Martin met with some 40 concerned Jefferson County residents at a Jobs Town Hall in Festus Tuesday night. While Congressman Carnahan, as part of his ongoing efforts to be the most disinterested representative in the US house, spent the day meeting with representatives of German industry and trade. Missourians deserve more than just a shoulder shrug approach to keeping and creating jobs in our state. The good people of Missouri expect and deserve more. For more information about Martin’s background and the campaign, visit EdMartinforCongress.com, or follow him on Facebook and Twitter @ed4congress. Paid for by “Ed Martin for Congress” FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE It’s not a game of Monopoly but there is sure to be a loser in this money game Congress insists on playing. (ST. LOUIS, MO.) Feb. 4th, 2010 – In yet another fiscally irresponsible move the House is expected to pass another debt limit increase today. Apparently the $290 Billion increase just passed in December wasn’t enough to feed the spending addiction they’ve acquired or have planned for the future. The current proposed bill would extend the debt limit by $1.9 Trillion. “As the rest of us count every penny and forego any frivolous spending just to make ends meet Congressman Russ Carnahan, Speaker Nancy Pelosi and their crew continue to whip out the charge card. Well they’ve maxed out their credit with the American people and it’s time someone confiscate their cards,” said 3rd District Congressional Candidate Ed Martin. Back in December, when Congressman Carnahan voted to approve what seems to be one of many debt limit increases planned by liberals, he implied Congress had no choice. “The bottom line is, having the government shutdown is not an option,” said Carnahan. (AP Dec. 16th, 2009) However the increase in debt can be directly correlated to the 24% increase in government spending reported by the Senate Republican Policy Committee. “Carnahan has yet to see a spending bill he doesn’t like. He may enjoy spending other people’s money but this isn’t a game of Monopoly. There is sure to be a loser in this money game Congress insists on playing – sadly it’s the hard working American people,” said Martin. Carnahan obviously enjoys playing on other people’s dime. He was recently called out by the New York Times as being a leader in taking privately funded Congressional trips. But unlike those trips, there are no lobbyists or corporate giants paying for his and Speaker Pelosi’s out-of-control spending, the burden rests solely on the American people. “As we cut up our credit cards and try desperately to pay off the balance bit by bit we see our own government takes out a loan – a loan on our future. They are using our children and grandchildren as collateral. They have total disregard for our future and the madness has to stop,” declared Martin. For more information about Martin’s background and the campaign, visit EdMartinforCongress.com, or follow him on Facebook and Twitter @ed4congress. Paid for by “Ed Martin for Congress” With $335,564 cash on hand, Martin closes in on Carnahan Last month, more than 450 Missouri voters reached out to Martin’s campaign when they packed a south county banquet center for the candidate’s first-ever “Town Hall on Health Care.” Martin organized the event after Carnahan ignored repeated requests to meet with voters before voting on a final version of the health care bill. This Tuesday, Feb. 2, at 7 p.m., Martin will hold another Town Hall - this time on jobs and the failed stimulus package that Carnahan voted for. The forum will take place in a meeting room adjacent to Surdyke Harley-Davidson’s showroom at 2435 Highway 67 in Festus in Jefferson County. Martin is running against Carnahan in Missouri’s 3rd Congressional District, which includes south St. Louis, parts of west and south St. Louis County, and all of Jefferson and Ste. Genevieve Counties. For more information about Martin’s background and the campaign, visit EdMartinforCongress.com, or follow him on Facebook and Twitter @ed4congress. Paid for by “Ed Martin for Congress” Randy McArthur, Treasurer |
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