Governor Jindal Endorses Fleming For Congress
"John Fleming will be a conservative voice in Washington and stand up for Louisiana's values," said Governor Jindal. "As both a successful businessman and a doctor, John knows Congress needs to get to work right away to cut spending, reenergize the economy and improve the nation's healthcare system."
The Chamber Endorses A Pro-Business Candidate
"It is the Chamber's goal to help elect a pro-business Congress and work diligently in the interests of businesses large and small to advance legislation that encourages economic growth, job creation, and a less intrusive federal government. Dr. John Fleming's support of pro-business issues earned this endorsement. At no other time in our nation's history has it been more critical that Members of Congress provide leadership that protects and advances the interests of the business community. We believe that Dr. Fleming's election to the U.S. House will help produce sustained economic growth and promote America's competitiveness in world markets," said Thomas J. Donohue, CEO of the Chamber of Commerce of the United States of America.
The NFIB Endorses A Proven Job Creator
"Dr. John Fleming is the proven pro-small business candidate in the race to succeed Rep. Jim McCrery," said Lisa Goeas, NFIB's vice president, political. "In addition to owning and operating his own private medical practice, Fleming is an entrepreneur owning 30 Subway restaurants and is the area franchisee UPS stores. This experience, as well as being an NFIB member himself, gives him a deep understanding of the issue affecting small businesses. For example, his healthcare plan calls for many small business-friendly changes, such as creating healthcare portability, allowing pooling, using health savings accounts and increasing competition between providers to control costs," Goeas continued. "Fleming's other policy positions have indicated his support of many of NFIB's priority issues including tax and legal reform, as well as opposing labor initiatives such as card check that would hamper an entrepreneur's ability to run a business without union interference."
Jim McCrery Endorses Serving Our Country
"As a physician, a businessman and a veteran, John Fleming has served our country and Northwest Louisiana for many years. We need John Fleming to continue the fight for Louisiana's needs and battle a Congress that is out of touch with the values that made the United States a great country. We need lower taxes to spur savings and investment, not more taxes to crush family finances that are already fragile. We need more domestic oil and gas exploration, not more regulations that drive up the cost of heating our homes and commuting to work. We need investment in sound alternative energy sources, not policies that keep us dependent on often unfriendly foreign energy sources," said U.S. Congressman McCrery. "It is critical that we keep a true conservative voice in Washington. We need someone who has conservative convictions, someone with true vision and someone who understands the critical issues Congress faces. I am proud to support his campaign and I urge voters to elect John Fleming as the Fourth District's next representative."
Senator Vitter Endorses A No-Nonsense Conservative
"With President-elect (Barack) Obama and his agenda of amnesty, abortion and radical environmental restrictions on domestic energy production, Dr. John Fleming is just the type of sensible, no-nonsense conservative I want to work alongside with in Congress," U.S. Senator Vitter says in a statement.
Congressman Boustany Endorses A Proven Leader
"I have tremendous faith in John to protect the best interests of Louisiana," U.S. Congressman Boustany said. "I look forward to working alongside him to fight for less tax burden, heath care reforms and energy independence. He has proven to be a leader through his accomplishments as a physician and as an entrepreneur."
Congressman Scalise Endorses A Strong Voice
"We need more good people with Dr. John Flemings conservative beliefs in Congress," said U.S. Congressman Scalise. "He will be a strong voice for Louisiana businesses and our veterans. There are several challenges ahead of us, and I look forward to the opportunity to serve with Dr. Fleming in Congress and solve them."
Councilman Wooley Endorses A Well Rounded Candidate
"John Fleming is a well rounded candidate. With his experience in many different arenas, such as military, medical and business, he will give us the representation that the 4th Congressional District so desperately needs," said Councilman Bryan Wooley.
Gun Owners of America Endorses John Fleming
Dr. Fleming answered the Gun Owners of America candidate survey 100% in favor of the right to keep and bear arms. His opponent refused to respond to the same questionnaire. GOA's experience, borne out over the course of 33 years and tens of thousands of campaigns, is that candidates who refuse to answer surveys regarding the Second Amendment are usually hiding anti-gun views.
Legendary Pat Boone Endorses Protecting Social Security
"John Fleming can always be counted on to protect Social Security," Boone said in citing Fleming's support for repealing the 1993 tax imposed by President Clinton on those benefits, as well as Fleming's pledge to work to repeal the 'Death Tax' which hurts small businesses and farmers across Louisiana and the country.
Senator Sherri Smith Cheek Endorses A Real Leader
"Northwest Louisiana needs a leader like Dr. John Fleming. At this critical juncture for our country, it is crucial that we are represented by someone who shares our conservative principals and will work well with others to stabilize the economy, improve jobs and protect the future of our families through protecting opportunities such as the Haynesville Shale."
Senator Buddy Shaw Endorses A Qualified Candidate
"I believe Dr. John Fleming is superbly qualified to serve our district, and feel confident that my vote is in support of an exceptionally competent and trustworthy candidate. I believe Dr. John Fleming will give total attention to the merit of the issue and will not act on the basis of political expediency."
Representative Jane Smith Endorses A Proven Track Record
"I believe that the 4th Congressional district would best be served by electing Dr. John Fleming. He understands the needs of this district and we need to send someone to Washington that has keen business sense and a proven track record in job creation and company growth."
Representative Henry Burns Endorses Creating Jobs
"I endorse John Fleming because I support his business philosophy and believe he will use his experience to create and protect jobs in Washington. We need a Congressman that understands the economy and isn't afraid to make the hard decisions to put this country on the right track. In this race, there is no doubt that man is John Fleming."
ALIPAC Endorses Dr. John Fleming
"As one of the leading grassroots orgainizations in America opposing Amnesty and illegal immigration, we are endorsing your campaign because we feel you will agressively oppose any form of Amnesty or path to citizenship for illegal aliens in America."
National Right To Life Endorses A Pro-Life Candidate
"The endorsement reflects your commitment to renewing a culture of life, not only in Louisiana, but throughout the nation. We will look forward to working with you in Congress to restore legal protection for innocent life - unborn children and medically disabled or dependent persons whose lives are threatened by abortion or euthanasia."
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