February 26, 2016

Rubio Campaign Announces Maine Leaders Supporting Marco 

Today, the Marco Rubio for President campaign is proud to announce a prominent group of Maine Republican leaders endorsing Marco: Former Senate President Kevin Raye, Former House Speaker Bob Nutting, State Senator Amy Volk, Former Maine GOP Chairman Charlie Webster and Former House Republican Leader Josh Tardy.  They join current House Republican Leader Ken Fredette in supporting Marco.  Momentum for Marco continues to build, and Marco is picking up the support he needs to do well in Maine's March 5 primary. 

“Marco Rubio is the leader with the judgment, temperament and understanding of national security issues we need to keep America safe and strong,” said former Senate President Kevin Raye, of Perry. “He has the ability to unite Republicans and, more importantly, he understands the day-to-day economic challenges of hard-working American families in a way that will allow him to inspire, unite and lift up our nation.”

"The Rubio campaign is building a strong organization of grassroots supporters across the state and I’m proud to stand with so many other Maine Republicans in support of Marco Rubio and his positive message. I have watched him closely and I am convinced he will be a truly great President,” said Rep. Bob Nutting (R-Oakland), who served as Maine’s 100th Speaker of the House.

“I’m pleased to join the growing ranks of Rubio supporters,” said State Sen. Amy Volk (R-Scarborough). “Marco Rubio has momentum. His optimism and energy resonate with Maine Republicans and will appeal to independent voters who will be so crucial in November.”

“Without question, Marco Rubio is the best candidate to unite the Republican Party and reach out to working people across Maine and America. He has my full support,” said Charles Webster, of Farmington, former Chairman of the Maine Republican Party.

"Senator Rubio has the vision and values necessary to take our country in the best direction," said former House Republican Leader Josh Tardy. "His proven track record of conservatism and ability to beat the liberal status quo is what we need."

Maine Leaders Supporting Marco:

Former Senate President Kevin Raye, Perry
State Representative and Former House Speaker Bob Nutting, Oakland
State Senator Amy Volk, Scarborough
Former Maine GOP Chair Charlie Webster, Farmington
Former House Republican Leader Josh Tardy, Newport

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