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Romney Campaign Press Release - Mitt Romney Announces Support of California Congressman Wally Herger
Mitt Romney today announced the endorsement of California Congressman Wally Herger.
"I am proud to earn the support of Congressman Herger," said Mitt Romney. "I am looking forward to working with him to move this country forward and ensure Californians and all Americans get working again."
Announcing his support, Congressman Herger said "Governor Romney's experience in both the private and public sectors are what make him the best candidate to defeat President Obama in 2012. As governor, he balanced the state's budget and built up a $2 billion rainy-day fund without raising taxes. That is the kind of experience we need in the White House."
Background on Congressman Wally Herger:
Congressman Herger Represents California's 2nd District. He currently serves as Chairman of the Health Subcommittee and as a member on the House Committee on Ways and Means and Subcommittee on Trade.
California Congressional Leaders Already Endorsing Mitt Romney:
- Congressman John Campbell
- Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack
- Congressman Buck McKeon
Mitt Romney, Romney Campaign Press Release - Mitt Romney Announces Support of California Congressman Wally Herger Online by Gerhard Peters and John T. Woolley, The American Presidency Project https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/node/298741