Giuliani Campaign Press Release - Rep. Clay Shaw Endorses Rudy Giuliani for President

The Rudy Giuliani Presidential Committee today announced that former U.S. Rep. Clay Shaw has endorsed Rudy Giuliani for President. Shaw represented Florida's 22nd Congressional District from 1981 until 2007.

"I have long admired Rudy's dedication to conservative fiscal principles," said Shaw. "As Mayor, he cut taxes, turned deficits into surpluses and created economic growth in New York City. Republicans need Mayor Giuliani's strong leadership and his commitment to keeping taxes low and restraining government spending."

"Congressman Shaw is a strong conservative who has a record of standing up for issues important to Florida voters," said Mayor Giuliani. "I am honored to have his support. His experience is a great addition to our campaign."

Shaw will campaign with Mayor Giuliani and the Florida Leadership Team on Thursday in Boca Raton.

About Rep. Clay Shaw:

Rep. Shaw, born in Miami, represented the 22nd Congressional District from 1981 until 2007. He practiced law, including serving as a prosecutor and associate municipal judge.

Shaw was the Mayor of Ft. Lauderdale prior to serving in Congress. While in Congress, he was the second most senior Republican on the House Ways and Means Committee and chaired the Ways and Means Trade Subcommittee and Social Security Subcommittee. Shaw also served as the Chairman of the Ways and Means Human Resources Subcommittee and helped pass welfare reform in Congress.

Rep. Shaw received a bachelor's degree in business from Stetson University in Florida, a master's degree in accounting from the University of Alabama, and a law degree from Stetson University School of Law.