August 26, 2008 - 05:45 PM

2008 Republican Convention Schedule

by Team Huck PAC

We thought you might enjoy seeing the 2008 Republican National Convention schedule.  The themes that have been selected for each of the convention's four days are:  service, reform, prosperity and peace.  Governor Huckabee is scheduled to speak on Tuesday.


SAINT PAUL, Minn. - The 2008 Republican National Convention today announced the names of additional speakers for the program of events that will run Sept. 1-4. The convention’s overall theme, "Country First," reflects John McCain’s remarkable record of leadership and service to . Each day of proceedings will center on a touchstone theme that has defined John McCain’s life and will be central to his vision for leading our nation forward as president.

"The 2008 Convention program will bring together Americans who will speak to John McCain's vision for reforming our government, building prosperity and ensuring peace for future generations. We are excited about next week and we are looking forward to showcasing John McCain’s life-long record of putting his country first," said Jill Hazelbaker, McCain 2008 communications director.

Among the new speakers announced today are Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.), House Republican Leader John Boehner (Ohio), U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham (S.C.), U.S. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison (Texas), former U.S. Sen. Bill Frist (Tenn.) and Chairman of the Texas Railroad Commission Michael Williams. Their remarks will echo the themes that have been selected for each of the convention’s four days: service, reform, prosperity and peace.

"We are thrilled to announce our full program of speakers and program participants. We look forward to presenting a convention program that will share Senator McCain’s unparalleled record of experience and service with millions of Americans," said Maria Cino, president and CEO of the 2008 Republican National Convention.

The program of events follows. Additions to the program appear with an asterisk (*).

Monday, Sept. 1
Service
"Love of country, my friends, is another way of saying love of your fellow countryman."
--Sen. John McCain

John McCain’s commitment to his fellow Americans, a commitment forged in service to his country, is one of the defining hallmarks of his life. Monday’s events will highlight John McCain’s record of service and sacrifice and reflect his commitment to serving a cause greater than one’s own self-interest.

Speakers will include:

  • President George W. Bush
  • Vice President Richard B. Cheney
  • First Lady Laura Bush
  • Gov. Tim Pawlenty (Minn.)*
  • Gov. Rick Perry (Texas)*
  • Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger (Calif.)
  • Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.)*
  • U.S. Sen. Richard Burr (N.C.)*
  • U.S. Sen. Norm Coleman (Minn.)*
  • U.S. Sen. John Ensign (Nev.)*
  • U.S. Sen. Orrin Hatch (Utah)*
  • U.S. Sen. Joseph Lieberman (Conn.)
  • U.S. Rep. Michele Bachmann (Minn.)*
  • U.S. Rep. Tom Cole (Okla.)*
  • U.S. Rep. Lincoln Diaz-Balart (Fla.)*
  • U.S. Rep. Thelma Drake (Va.)*
  • U.S. Rep. Mark Kirk (Ill.)*
  • U.S. Rep. Kevin McCarthy (Calif)*
  • Maria Cino, President and CEO of the 2008 Republican National Convention*
  • Jo Ann Davidson, Chairman of the 2008 Republican National Convention Committee on Arrangements*
  • Tommy Espinoza*
  • Maj. Gen. Rick Goddard, Air Force (Ret.)*
  • Bill Gross*
  • Ashley Gunn*
  • Chris Hackett*
  • Doug Leatherdale*
  • Jay Love*
  • Cynthia Lummis*
  • Erik Paulsen*
  • Capt. Leslie Smith, Army (Ret.)*

Program participants will include:

  • Victoria Blackstone, Stars and Stripes Winner, will lead the Pledge of Allegiance
  • Boy Scout Troop 738 of St Louis Park, Minn. will serve as the Color Guard

Tuesday, Sept. 2
Reform
"If you find faults with our country, make it a better one. If you are disappointed with the mistakes of government, join its ranks and correct them."
--Sen. John McCain

John McCain’s life is a testament to the fundamental truth that every American can be a force for change. A restless reformer who has dedicated his career to taking on special interests and the status quo, John McCain will deliver the right kind of change and reform to meet the great challenges of our time. On Tuesday, the convention program will underscore his vision of a government that is transparent, principled and worthy of the American people it serves.

Speakers will include:

  • Former New York City Mayor Rudolph W. Giuliani
  • Gov. Jon Huntsman (Utah)
  • Gov. Linda Lingle (Hawaii)
  • Gov. Sarah Palin (Alaska)
  • Former Gov. Mike Huckabee (Ark.)
  • Former Gov. Tom Ridge (Pa.)
  • Former Lt. Gov. Michael Steele (Md.)
  • U.S. Sen. Tom Coburn (Okla.)*
  • Former U.S. Sen. Fred Thompson (Tenn.)
  • House Republican Leader John Boehner (Ohio)*
  • U.S. Rep. Marsha Blackburn (Tenn.)*
  • U.S. Rep. Luis Fortuño (Puerto Rico)*
  • U.S. Rep. Adam Putnam (Fla.)*
  • State Sen. Dennis Hollingsworth (Calif.)*
  • Rosario Marin, California Secretary of the State and Consumer Services Agency and former Treasurer of the
  • Chris Collins*
  • Carolyn Dunn*
  • Phil Hayes*
  • Lisa Keegan*
  • Ruth Novodor*
  • Dr. Elena Rios *
  • Shirley Sadler*
  • Joe Watkins*

Program participants will include:

  • Mary Leavitt will lead the Pledge of Allegiance
  • The VFW of Red Lake, Minn. will serve as the Color Guard
  • Rabbi Ira Flax will lead the convention in prayer
  • Dr. Robert Certain will lead the convention in prayer

Wednesday, Sept. 3
Prosperity
"’s best days are still to come."
--Sen. John McCain

The American story is one of perseverance. Even in the face of tough times, the ingenuity and spirit of the American people has ushered in a new era of prosperity. Wednesday’s program will focus on John McCain’s plans to get our economy back on track and continue our long tradition of meeting the challenges we face and using our prosperity to help others. The day will conclude with an address by the vice presidential nominee.

Speakers will include:

  • Mrs. Cindy McCain
  • Republican Party’s Vice Presidential Nominee
  • Gov. Bobby Jindal (La.)
  • Former Gov. Mitt Romney (Mass.)
  • U.S. Sen. Norm Coleman (Minn.)
  • U.S. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison (Texas)*
  • U.S. Rep. Mike Pence (Ind.)*
  • Mayor Mick Cornett (Okla.)*
  • State Sen. Abel Maldonado (Calif.)*
  • Carly Fiorina, Victory ‘08 Chairman for the Republican National Committee and former Chairman and CEO of Hewlett-Packard Co.
  • Meg Whitman, National Co-Chair for McCain 2008 and former President and CEO of eBay
  • Renee Amoore*
  • Anne Beiler*
  • Jessica Colon*
  • Christy Swanson*
  • Raul "Danny" Vargas*

Program participants will include:

  • Sharon Clahchischillage will lead the Pledge of Allegiance
  • The Law Enforcement Memorial Association of Minnesota will serve as the Color Guard
  • Father Edward Reese will lead the convention in prayer
  • Rev. Eva Rodriguez will lead the convention in prayer

Thursday, Sept. 4
Peace
"Our next president will have a mandate to build an enduring global peace on the foundations of freedom, security, opportunity, prosperity, and hope."
--Sen. John McCain

John McCain understands the challenges that faces in the world and the sacrifice necessary to defend our freedom in a way that few others can fathom. Thursday’s events will reflect his vision of an in pursuit of peace and seen as a beacon of goodwill and hope throughout the world. The evening will close with John McCain accepting the Republican Party’s nomination for the Presidency of the .

  • John McCain
  • Gov. Charlie Crist (Fla.)
  • Gov. Tim Pawlenty (Minn.)
  • U.S. Sen. Sam Brownback (Kan.)
  • U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham (S.C.)*
  • U.S. Sen. Mel Martinez (Fla.)
  • Former U.S. Sen. Bill Frist (Tenn.)*
  • U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin (Okla.)*
  • Michael Williams, Chairman of the Texas Railroad Commission*
  • David Flaum*
  • Christopher Fussner*
  • Lt. Gen. Carol Mutter, Marine Corps (Ret.)*
  • Charlie Smith*

Program participants will include:

  • The 934th Airlift Wing Air Force Reserves Joint Color Guard of Minn.
  • Pastor Dan Yeary will lead the convention in prayer
  • Archbishop Demetrios will lead the convention in prayer

About the Republican National Convention
The 2008 Republican National Convention will be held at Saint Paul's Xcel Energy Center from Sept. 1-4, 2008. Approximately 45,000 delegates, alternate delegates, volunteers, members of the media and other guests are expected to attend the convention. Minneapolis-Saint Paul is expected to receive an estimated $150-$160 million positive economic boost from the four-day event. For more information about the 2008 Republican National Convention, please visit our website at www.GOPConvention2008.com and join our social network sites on Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn.

 

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  • Judge Deborah

    08/30/2008 11:14 PM

    Please donate $5 or $50 to HuckPAC if you are not already a Ranger.

    Enter Donor Code R23732

    Thank you so much!

    Let's show Gov. Huckabee that we support his Vertical Politics!

  • Bauer, Eleanor

    08/30/2008 02:57 PM

    Now that the suspense is over, and we now know that Mike Huckabee will not be the VP running mate with John McCain, let's all do everything we can to get this ticket elected. Put all hard feelings behind us and unify the party.

    I suspect Senator McCain did a very wise thing in not selecting any of the Presidential contenders as his running mate, for the reason that they cannot be jealous that one was picked over the other.
    However badly we wanted it to be Mike Huckabee, I believe from every thing I'm reading about Sarah Palin, she embodies all the virtues, eagerness, good sense and likeability of Mike Huckabee. Although the complaint of her lack of experience, she has shown to be a very capable leader in a short time. She's smart...and not a rubber stamp for the inner circle establishment GOP. I believe she will hold her own in a debate with Democratic VP choice Joe Biden.

    Go Senator McCain and Governor Sarah Palin, I pray that you will use all the resources and wisdom of Mike Huckabee in the next weeks and months of this campaign, and on into the presidential term.

    Eleanor from Iowa

  • Gatchel, Nancy

    08/30/2008 10:31 AM

    WOW! Boy, am I glad I've got a computer again!

    I'm sure Gov. Palin will speak in a different slot now.

    Suddenly, my spirit is refreshed and renewed! The prayers to our Lord, faith, and the Word really works.

    Watching the Republican Party Platform on C Span made me proud. When scripture is quoted to support our platform, I just can't help but be excited. It's wonderful to know that there are so many of us in these United States.

    I'm babbling. Can't help it. I'm feeling really optimistic.

    Wish Ted Nugent were playing at the RNC. He was on Glenn Beck last night. He thought Huckabee was the best, but like me, he recently decided to support the McCain/Palin ticket.

  • Huckapedia

    08/28/2008 07:42 PM

    The "Huckabee Fan Club" update:

    http://www.freewebs.com/huckapedia/huckabeefanclub.htm

    Interesting facts:

    Mike Huckabee is growing stronger and stronger, just look at these amazing results:

    1. In just 7 days, Huckabee fans from 29 States have joined the "Huckabee Fan Club"!

    2. 205% increase in Huckabee Fans in just the last 48 hours!

    3. Texas is leading the pack of Huckabee fans, with 18% of the population.

    4. Alabama is in 2nd place, with 7% of the Huckabee fan population.

    5. Michigan, Iowa, Washington and Missouri are battling it out for 3rd position. Who's going to take the lead?

    6. In just the last 24 hours, 18 different states have jumped on board to particapate in the Huckabee Fan Club!

    7. The "Huckabee Fan Club" has a 3,100% increase in hits on average! Someone's watching... could McCain camp be watching to see how enthusastic Mike's supporters are?

    States waiting to be represented with a Huckabee Fan Club member are:

    Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Hawaii, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts,
    Minnesota, Montana, New Mexico, New York,
    North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont

    Mike needs 100% representation, are there any Huckabee fans out there from these states that would like to take a lead role and jump in and represent your state?

    The McCain camp could be watching closely, he needs to pick a VP that can win him as many states as possible. We need all your support, come on let's show Senator McCain the Huckabee fans are energized!!!

    Only Mike Huckabee can energize the crowds with his wit and down home honest charm! Let's rally around him and show Senator McCain how strong Mike is by joining the Huckabee Fan Club!

    Remember this video from the primaries, only Mike can light up the crowd with tons of energy! ... turn the volume way way up!!!

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_FssH6uQ3Sc

    Please stop by the Huckabee Fan Club tonight. Every second counts!

    http://www.freewebs.com/huckapedia/huckabeefanclub.htm

    email:
    vote4mikehuckabee@gmail.com

    Thanks,
    Huckapedia

    PS - There were thousands of people who voted on the on-line polls here, we need every single one of you to join the Huckabee Fan Club to give Mike the strength he needs in these final hours going up to the VP announcement!

  • Woodpest

    08/28/2008 05:09 PM

    There is a lot of unity that needs to be had in Missouri politics themselves, not withstanding presidential candidates. You see, our governor Matt Blunt, who happens to be the son of Roy Blunt, house whip speaker or whatever that is, gave up his run for this year for another term, because he and Jim Talent went to work campaigning for Mitt Romney here, Iowa, every where in the midwest. So he is hoping to get to Washington with daddy on Mitt's payroll. Matt's a "true conservative" as Hannity, Ingram and the rest bill themselves. He's a real charmer. Everybody had already set up their runs for this years seats, and then Blunt gave his up and went after Romney. So everybody started scrambling for his spot. At least it is getting Kenny Hulshof in the governor's office, hopefully. He's a good guy. a real conservative. One lady that works for him is loyal to McCain, three others told me they supported Huckabee.

  • Schwendemann, Sharon

    08/28/2008 03:25 PM

    It is less than 24 hours now before Senator McCain will announce his VP choice.
    Yes-my hope is he chooses Governor Mike Huckabee.

    Those of us who enjoy writing and reading about Governor Huckabee need to remember
    What the real prize is. The next president will, in part, be able to choose the next Supreme Court judges. If ever there Roe vs. Wade is to be overturned…it will be
    the choice of the Supreme Court Judges.

    Please, be supportive of the goal…and not just the Captain and
    Co-Captain in the game of politics.

  • JULIEE 4 HUCKABEE, CA

    08/28/2008 02:17 PM

    GOOD MORNING Y'ALL!

    Well I didn't sleep any better last night! The good thing, is that it gave me more time to pray. I guess I finally fell asleep at some point; but for some reason woke-up at 5:15 a.m., the EXACT time that Mike was to appear on Fox & Friends. So I ran down the stairs (half-asleep), and turned on Fox. Mike was already speaking. I was looking for some clue----unfortunately, he did not seem as happy as he usually is----he was wearing more of a red/magenta tie. His responses were great as usual, what discouraged me was his demeanor. The good news would be, if had not YET heard from McCain!

    I agree with Together We Stand, that what McCain needs is passion! I have already seen Pawlenty on twice this morning, and he is about as exciting as MILK TOAST! He does not even seem to be very comfortable when he speaks, and rather uncomfortable & self-conscious in general. Definitely not a strong presence! Perhaps, that is what McCain is looking for?!

    I also agree with Melissa, Jill, Maxine, and others----who feel we are being sold-out! Seems to be the "theme" this entire election!
    Governor Huckabee has been treated terribly---even this morning on Fox, he was told to go water the plants!!!! SO DISRESPECTFUL!!!

    In honor of Mike Huckabee today, I am going to wear purple! I think we should call today, NATIONAL MIKE HUCKABEE DAY!!!! Maxine, would you like to join me in wearing purple?! Anyone else???!

    ABC4VALUES. Hang in there! I will be joining you in prayer!

    STILL BELIEVING!!! MIKE HUCKABEE 4 VP!!!

    DON'T FORGET TO WEAR PURPLE!

    GOD BLESS ALL!

    JULIEE 4 HUCKABEE 2008!

  • Judge Deborah

    08/28/2008 12:52 PM

    The balance of power in the Senate:

    49 Republican

    2 Independents

    49 Democrats

    Now, more than ever, it is important to elect conservative, pro-life, Republican Senators!

  • Judge Deborah

    08/28/2008 12:38 PM

    You don't suppose McCain went with Charlie Crist do you?

    That would be a disaster!

    He looks old like Biden. That's about it.

    Isn't he prochoice?

    He was strongly criticized by some advocates of government intervention in the Terri Schiavo right to life case when he abandoned further official attempts to keep Schiavo on life support. He was also criticized for not using his powers to investigate Schiavo's missing Department of Children and Families file.

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charlie_Crist

    Barak Obama has 60% to John McCain's 40% in Intrade. That doesn't look good.

  • Judge Deborah

    08/28/2008 08:38 AM

    McCain ranked 894 out of 899 in college?

    How did he manage to do that? I've never heard of such a thing!

    Maybe we should have chosen a home school boy for Pres. Probably would be more credible.

    Do we have any 40-year-old home schoolers who want to step up to the plate?

  • Huckapedia

    08/28/2008 07:31 AM

    "Huckabee Fan Club" update:

    In just the last 48 hours, the "Huckabee Fan Club" has grown 147%!! Which means Mike Huckabee's strength has grown 147% more!

    People all across America are joining the Huckabee Fan Club left and right. They are all energized and ready to show Senator McCain the Huckabee fans are ready!!!

    50% of America is now represented, that's a huge representation for Governor Huckabee. Come on now, let's pile on the remaining 25 states asap. We don't have a moment to lose!

    Texas is still dominating the field, then Alabama and Michigan are trailing close behind. Can Texas maintain it's lead? Other states are starting to gain quickly!

    Could the McCain camp be watching this movement? We can show him that we can rally around our leader Mike Huckabee at moments notice. We are the final sprint, come on let's take it up to 5th gear and pass up the competition!

    Please visit the "Huckabee Fan Club" web site:

    http://www.freewebs.com/huckapedia/huckabeefanclub.htm

    email:
    vote4mikehuckabee@gmail.com

    Thanks,
    Huckapedia

    PS - The Holy Spirit is energizing your strength, let's keep pushing our energies higher and higher and raise the bar to new heights! Mike is taking us up to higher ground with great people like you!!!

  • Malone, Ted

    08/28/2008 01:14 AM

    Uh oh, what is Beck gonna do now that Romney's in trade stock dropped like a rock late today? Guess he'll have to change his program topic on his radio show tomorrow, LOL! :-D

    http://www.intrade.com/jsp/intrade/contractSearch/

  • Malone, Ted

    08/28/2008 12:57 AM

    Glenn Beck out did himself tonight on his TV program. He claims that because Romney's in-trade stock has risen dramatically over the last few days, that of course means Romney will be the VP pick. Umm, Glenn, did you ever consider that the big money Romney machine might be manipulating the stock price in order to create a buzz about Romney being the "inevitable" choice, which is the tact they have been undergoing for awhile now?

    While anything is possible, I can't imagine that McCain would injur his chances of becoming President by picking Romney just to placate the Beck's, Hannity's and Ingraham's of the world. Remember Johnny Mac, those are the same folks who went after you and Huckabee with ferocity in the primaries and you were the two left standing in the end. You need Huck's Army alot more than you need those talking heads.

  • huckabee4u

    08/27/2008 09:50 PM

    Obviously, from the schedule.....Surprise, surprise, Typical McCain!!!

    Crist or Pawlenty


    PLEASE Finally come over to Pastor Chuck Baldwin in the Constitution Party.

    Where TRUE Conservatives are always welcomed and appreciated.

    You DO have a choice. God Bless.

  • Huckapedia

    08/27/2008 08:38 PM

    "Huckabee Fan Club" update:

    In the last 24 hours, there has been more than a 30% increase in the number of Huckabee fans joining the "Huckabee Fan Club"!

    The HuckaTRAIN is gaining speed. There are now 16 states in America that jumped on board the "Huckabee Fan Club"... you can hear the roar of the train gaining speed! Mike is taking America up to higher ground!
    Go Mike Go!!! Go Mike Go!!!

    Could the McCain camp be watching..? seeing how influential Mike's supporters are? This can be another piece of the puzzle to help convince Senator McCain the Huckabee supporters are ready and energized if he chooses Mike as his VP.

    Texas and Alabama are the leading states. And there are 7 states on the heal ready to take the number one position from these states.

    Can Texas and Alabama hold on the Huckabee Fan Club lead?

    If your state is not represented yet, please consider joining the "Huckabee Fan Club" asap(it's absolutely free).

    Let's show Senator McCain there are representatives from every state in America ready to jump on board and get him elected if he chooses Mike Huckabee as his VP!

    Please see all the other great pro-Huckabee fans that have jumped on board so far in the link below:

    http://www.freewebs.com/huckapedia/huckabeefanclub.htm

    vote4mikehuckabee@gmail.com

    Thanks,
    Huckapedia

    ... All aboard!!! Mike is waving his hand out with his conductor's hat on...All aboard!!! Hurry now, jump on board and let's show Senator McCain how powerful the Huckabee fans are in America!

    Not a moment to lose, every second counts! Go Go Go and let the Holy Spirit be with you as you go spread the word!

  • JULIEE 4 HUCKABEE, CA

    08/27/2008 07:34 PM

    JOHN MCCAIN IS HAVING A UNITY RALLY TOGETHER WITH HUCKABEE & ROMNEY IN MISSOURI ON AUG. 31ST!

    This sort of sounds like JM is not picking either one of them for VP. I don't know how much unity there would be on stage if one was picked, and the other was not. I am thinking this is to give the impression of party unity! There is some speculation that McCain might be pulling someone "out of the hat" like Newt Gingrich for VP. Supposedly, he is not YET scheduled to speak at the RNC.

    I am still hoping and praying that Mike is the VP pick! He has said a couple times today, that he doesn't even know if he is on the long list much less the short list. I believe in miracles, though, and WITH GOD all things are possible!

    ON THE LIGHTER-SIDE! My P.E.S.S. (presidential election stress syndrome) symptoms are definitely getting worse! This morning I crumbled my protein bar into my coffee, instead of on my yogurt! YUCK!!! I was also having awful Romney dreams last night! NOT GOOD!

    I have never seen so many PURPLE TIES in my life! I counted no less than ten purple ties the past two nights between CNN, MSNBC, AND FAUX NEWS! I also noticed quite a few yellow ties, too. Pretty funny! Perhaps, SOMEONE is trying to tell us something???

    Well, back to e-mailing and making calls for Huckabee! ANYONE LIKE TO JOIN ME IN A CUP OF COFFEE A LA PROTEIN BAR???!!!! hee-hee!

    KEEP UP ALL THE GREAT WORK, STRONG & FAITHFUL HUCKABITES!!!! KEEP PRAYING!!!

    WE LIKE MIKE! WE LIKE MIKE! COME ON MCCAIN, GET IT RIGHT!!!!!

    ONLY HUCKABEE 4 VP!!!!!!!

  • Subala, Victor

    08/27/2008 06:14 PM

    ROCK THE MAC AND THE RNC!

    The VP short list does not get any shorter than this week. John McCain is expected to announce his VP choice this Friday in Ohio, on his 72nd birthday.

    Rock John McCain and the Republican Party with a powerful, united, Pro-Life, Vertical Message TODAY!

    Please respectfully urge Senator McCain to choose Mike Huckabee as his vice president.
    You can send a message to Senator McCain through these links and office locations:

    http://www.johnmccain.com/Contact/

    http://www.mccain.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?FuseAction=Contact.ContactForm

    Mailing Address:
    John McCain 2008
    P.O. Box 16118
    Arlington, VA 22215
    Phone: (703) 418-2008

    Other Office Locations for John McCain

    • Phoenix Office:
    5353 North 16th Street, Suite 105
    Phoenix, AZ 85016
    Main: 602-952-2410
    Fax: 602-952-8702

    • Tempe Office:
    4703 South Lakeshore Drive, Suite 1
    Tempe, AZ 85282
    Main: 480-897-6289
    Fax: 480-897-8389

    • Tucson Office:
    407 West Congress Street, Suite 103
    Tucson, AZ 85701
    Main: 520-670-6334
    Fax: 520-670-6637

    • Washington Office:
    241 Russell Senate Office Building
    Washington, DC 20510
    Main: 202-224-2235
    Fax: 202-228-2862

    Please also ask Mike Duncan, Chairman, Republican National Committee; Jo Ann Davidson, Co-Chairman, and the Republican National Committee Members to respectfully urge John McCain to choose Mike Huckabee as his Pro-Life running mate:

    Office of the Chairman
    Mike Duncan, RNC Chairman
    Phone: 202-863-8700
    Fax: 202-863-8820
    Email: Chairman@gop.com

    Office of the Co-Chairman
    Jo Ann Davidson, Co-Chairman
    Phone: 202-863-8545
    Fax: 202-863-8631
    Email: Info@gop.com

    National Committee Member Relations
    Phone: 202-863-8630
    Fax: 202-863-8835
    Email: MemberRelations@gop.com

    "Americans repond best to a message that is optimistic and hopeful."- Mike Huckabee, From Hope To Higher Ground

    SEND TO YOUR FRIENDS!

  • ., Mike Will Unite

    08/27/2008 05:47 PM

    Tell RUSH to TELL THE TRUTH about ROMNEY!


    http://www.whoradio.com/pages/stevedeace.html

    Send this letter via email to Rush:

    http://www.rushtellthetruth.blogspot.com/

    Rush's email address:

    rush@eibnet.com


  • Captain Obvious

    08/27/2008 05:15 PM

    I've spent my on-line time elsewhere for the past several days--I hope Senator McCain is listening--there is a lot of internet activity warning him he won't win without Huckabee.

    Those of us who are saving to "max out" in 2012 might want to rethink. We need to be ready to give all we can this election cycle to support HuckPAC candidates--hopefully starting at the top with McCain/Huckabee. THEN we should start saving for next time.

    I'll echo the compliments to Sunny (and Jill and Deborah) I don't know how you keep up with everything. Do you take lunch breaks??? Anyway, thanks for all the great information you provide.

  • Del & Leslie McMillan

    08/27/2008 05:00 PM

    We already respect Senator McCain in many ways, but his running mate choice will affect our opinion of him tremendously.

    Obviously, the most rational and Saddleback-sincere choice would be Governor Huckabee, who has the highest credentials in all aspects of experience and principles.

    A vanilla selection of the Mike Lite variety will tell us that Senator McCain is not willing to do what it takes to really advance the issues that matter most, and at best we could expect four years of domestic quagmire and foreign entrapment.

    A contrarian selection of one of the oft-mentioned pro-choice figures would be a needlessly self-destructive provocation that would nullify further appeals to values voters.

    Worse yet would be the selection of Romney, whose deceit-based over-aggression is the antithesis of McCain's reformist, straight-talk career and message. To choose Romney would show such blindness and corrosion within McCain, that it would be very difficult to trust his leadership in other realms. We could never vote for a McCain/Romney ticket.

    We are praying along the lines of Ephesians 6, that the highest and best victory will be granted. By the way, we still trust God to change everything in a single day!

  • Captain Obvious

    08/27/2008 03:00 PM

    Here is Jill's post with the numbers and a big AMEN--

    But when you call, remember who is on the other end of the line.

    Say you want to see McCain elected (the truth)

    Say all the candidates you have read about for VP sound like they have a lot to offer, and you trust McCain will have a lot of great choices for cabinet positions. (true again)

    But the important thing is to get him elected, and only Huckabee can bring in the pro-life people AND appeal to the working class AND bring some showmanship and excitement to the campaign. None of the other candidates offers all three. Romney is a detriment because he is wealthy and the pro life people don't trust him. None of the other candidates has Governor Huckabee's executive experience.

    Remember, the person you are talking to feels about John McCain the way you feel about Mike Huckabee, and respect that!!

    Call McCain's office at:

    (602) 334- 4440

    (703) 418-2008

    Here is four email addresses:

    rdavis@mccain08.com

    john@johnmccain.com

    info@johnmccain.com

    http://www.johnmccain.com/Contact/Default.aspx

    Time is running out ! Let us make a last push and thrust !

    GO HUCKABEE !

  • Oney, Janis

    08/27/2008 02:06 PM

    I for one will be glued to the TV during the GOP convention as will all of you I bet. The most important speaker will be Mike Huckabee. What a foram he will have nationwide. I do not know how he can give a more rousing speach than the one he gave at the C-Pac. Had me on the edge of my chair.. Do I hear an AMEN?? Then there was the one in Florida too that was teriffic. What a speaker our guy Huck is .. I am sure holding my breath and thinking the reason his name has not been mentioned is becasue he has already been chozen and not sayin right now. I detected a slight grin escaped his lips this am.. I thought Mr. Huckabee do you know for real something you cannot say right now?? Did any of you feel like this? I just can see our computers burning up cyber space !!! I peraonaly feel tho that a Kay Bailey Hutchion would be a winning ticket, that tho is my second choice not my first by any stretch of the imagation.. We dont need a Rommny , Ridge, or Penwalty . That would make me verry sick..
    In Christian Love to all of you
    Janis Oney/Huckaboot/Tx.
    R24666

  • Alan4Huck

    08/27/2008 01:50 PM

    Well, looks like the media has recently gone into overdrive in pushing Mitt Romney into view for McCain's VP. The interesting thing is that the Democrats are already saying in bloggs how much they have on Romney.

    I will say it again; if McCain chooses Romney, I will NOT vote for that ticket, period.

    Here is the Jill Stanek web site that NEEDS your vote. She is the nurse that went before Congress and got BAIPA passed to protect the infants that Obama opposed numerous times. Romney is at 15% and no longer ahead with Huckabee at 21%, but Tom Ridge leads at 31%. Here is the website:

    http://jillstanek.com/

  • Lori Jungling

    08/27/2008 01:14 PM

    Now is the time to give that Ronald Reagan 1976 convention speech. Knock 'em dead, Mike!!!!!!!!!!

  • Sunny in California

    08/27/2008 01:10 PM


    Ron and Dottie in Fl
    08/26/2008 10:39 PM

    Yes, I know, and he seemed to be joking too!
    All the same, they are having a field day with it. You can tell by his afterthought statement; he could taste the tread in his mouth. LOL!

  • Huckabee, 4 President

    08/27/2008 10:58 AM

    I posted this on Huck's Army, and I thought I would post it here, too.

    Let Us Never Forget 2008

    My fellow members of Huck's Army (and HuckPac),

    Sen. John McCain will announce his VP pick within the next three days. Some say it will be Romney, others say Lieberman, still others say Ridge or a pro-life candidate like Pawlenty. While we all want him to pick our Gov. Huckabee, we must realize that there is a good chance that will not be the case. If he picks Romney, Lieberman, Ridge, or another pro-choice candidate, many of us will probably sit out this election and redirect our focus to other concerns of life such as a career, school, family, church, etc. No matter what each of you chooses to do as a result of Sen. McCain's VP selection, we must NEVER FORGET 2008.

    In 2008 a little-known former Baptist preacher from the small town of Hope, Arkansas courageously campaigned to be the nominee of the Republican party. Even though he never had the vast amounts of cash that other candidates had, he still managed to win the support of over four million American voters with grassroots support from Huck's Army. While other candidates wanted to focus on immigration, the war in Iraq, and the economy, Gov. Huckabee stood up for values voters and supporters of the Fair Tax despite media ridicule. His concern for the common man and his call for a positive, uplifting, "vertical" politics were refreshing to voters young, old, and everywhere in-between who were tired of the negative ads and multi-millionaire candidates. One could hear chants of "We like Mike" throughout this great nation not because he was a celebrity who offered "change" but because he was one we could trust to stand up for our values regardless of the political landscape. Even though he did not win the Republican nomination, he stayed true to the values which led him into politics and redirected the focus of millions of voters to "that which is true, which is right, and which is eternal."

    If out of conscience you feel you must sit out this election, I fully respect your decision. I just might decide to do that, too if McCain picks Romney or a pro-choice candidate. Once the new President is inaugurated in January, we can again direct our attention toward electing Gov. Huckabee President of the United States of America and continue blogging, e-mailing, making phone calls, and knocking on doors in preparation for 2012. In the words of Winston Churchill, "never, never, never give up."

    God Bless America!
    -Huckabee4President

  • Ron and Dottie in Fl

    08/26/2008 10:39 PM

    To Sunny in California,

    I have no idea how you keep up with all the links you add to your comments, but they are appreciated. You give Judge Deborah a run for her money. You are one productive Californian that Mike is fortunate enough to have on his team.

    When McCain said 5 million. He did not want to give a dollar amount. Finally he said ok then lets say 5 million, but I know I am going to hear about it from here on. Just thought I would throw that in since it has already made the campaign ads as well.

  • gracepraying

    08/26/2008 10:23 PM

    The only place I have been able to hear all the DNC speakers is on CSPAN, (haven't really listened to many of the speakers). Most of the other channels have so many interviews and commentary you can't hear the speeches.

    Today, our Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sibelius, spoke. I tried to listen with interest but just couldn't get my heart into her message, especially with all the criticism of McCain. I should be proud she was there, but all I can think of is her Pro-choice stand. She is a big supporter of Dr. Tiller, our infamous abortionist who does partial birth abortions.

    I am excited to hear Gov. Huckabee speak on Tuesday about reform. Wonder what kind of reform he will address? I know it will be a great, inspiring message. Let's all pray that God gives him just the right words and a powerful delivery that will touch many hearts.

    This is really an honor for any person, so we congratulate Mike even though we would have liked to hear him deliver the candidate for President's speech.

  • Sunny in California

    08/26/2008 09:48 PM

    At the Saddleback forum, McCain answered a question about at what point was a person considered rich. His answer was "FIVE MILLION."
    This answer will continue to haunt him. Obama and the media are already having a field day with his comment.
    If McCain allows the “elites” in Washington to pick Romney (can’t imagine McCain would want him) it will surely end in disaster for the Republican’s.
    People in America want someone, “like the guy they work with, not the guy who laid them off.”(MH) Romney’s ruthless and unscrupulous business practices and nasty campaigning should be a big enough deterrent to the “elites” not to try to force Romney on the base of the party. (US)
    If McCain cannot see that Mike Huckabee represents what is great about America; a true inspiration of what a person can become if they work hard and “do the right thing” then he is blinded by his own prejudices.
    Let’s light up those phone lines, email McCain.
    Please Call McCain McCain's headquarters 703-418-2008
    EMAIL JOHN MCCAIN!!!!
    http://www.johnmccain.com/Contact/

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  • Sunny in California

    08/26/2008 09:47 PM

    TELL MCCAIN NO TO PAWLENTY!!!
    WHO COMPLAINS TO THE WORLD HIS WIFE WON’T HAVE SEX WITH HIM!!!

    We do not need another sexually frustrated man in the Whitehouse!!!
    Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty quipped recently on, Max's radio show on WCCO-AM.
    "I have a wife who genuinely loves to fish. I mean, she will take the lead and ask me to go out fishing, and joyfully comes here," the governor said before adding, "She loves football, she'll go to hockey games and, I jokingly say, “Now, if I could only get her to have sex with me.”

    http://wcco.com/local/pawlenty.sex.joke.2.721251.html

    No to Pawlenty!
    Not to Romney!
    No to Lieberman!
    YES TO HUCKABEE!!!
    Huckabee for VP!

  • Sunny in California

    08/26/2008 09:44 PM

    Must See!
    Mike Huckabee on Meet the Press with Tim Russert
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OIaCkzYvIe8&feature=related
    ********************************************************************************************************************************
    McCain calls Romney the candidate of “change.”
    Funny!
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7W8Vb6ZqffI&feature=related
    ********************************************************************************************************************************
    Let’s light up those phone lines, email McCain.
    Please Call McCain McCain's headquarters 703-418-2008
    EMAIL JOHN MCCAIN!!!!
    http://www.johnmccain.com/Contact/

    http://mccain.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?FuseAction=Contact.ContactForm
    ********************************************************************************************************************************
    Mike is the ONLY ONE that can truly excite, unite and solidify the base! Mike Huckabee has deep and broad base appeal!
    McCain/Huckabee 2008
    ********************************************************************************************************************************
    This ad speaks volumes to WHO McCain will pick for VP!!!!
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BHx2P3Yixyk

    Mike cannot be “passed over.” It would make this McCain ad hypocritical.
    This ad wouldn’t apply to Romney because he didn’t speak the “truth.”

    Mike Huckabee MUST be the VP choice!

  • Sunny in California

    08/26/2008 09:43 PM

    Mike Huckabee Answers McCain's
    Fair Tax Question

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Com4TSxI1rA

    I think McCain is really interested in the answer.

  • Sunny in California

    08/26/2008 09:41 PM

    U.S. VP Hopeful Huckabee Visits Sderot

    Democrat DOV HIKIND New York State Assemblyman say’s, “Governor Huckabee is one of the GREATEST friends Israel has in America. Our heart and soul is the same.” He supported Mike in his run for President and supports Huckabee for the post of Vice President.
    http://www.mikehuckabee.com/index.cfm?fa=Videos.View&Video_id=aa7ec167-f2f6-42b8-bffd-8df3f1de736c
    Florida is up for grabs; there are many undecided Jews in that state.
    Mike Huckabee would be an asset to John McCain in the undecided Jewish communities. He has the endorsement of many prominent Jews.
    McCain/Huckabee 2008

  • ashley, jeri

    08/26/2008 09:38 PM

    Ditto to Deborah in Dayton, OH
    08/26/2008 08:28 PM
    "A four year loss may cause the GOP to listen to conservatives again. By that time, we'll have saved up enough money to donate $2,300 to Gov. Huckabee and clinch his win in 2012."

    I have been saving for Huck for 2012. With an Obamination, the right to life advocates will get fired up even more and keep Obama from his own agenda; the abortionists may even let their guard down, trusting him to deliver.

    But if McCain gets in, we protectors of life might get complacent and expect McCain to carry the torch. Although McCain will need more than a miracle to get in without Mike.

    Being on the GOP ticket this year, Mike will get some of the blame for anything McCain does that is not popular, hurting Mike in his run for president in 2012. So four years of Obama, if he survives that long, isn't necessarily the worst thing. If it rallies the pro-life constituency and keeps Mike unscathed for election in four short years. Even the Obamanites will be singing Mike's song after four or less years with BO.

    Don't mind me, I am just trying to talk myself out of a depression if McCain doesn't chose Mike.

  • ashley, jeri

    08/26/2008 09:23 PM

    Anybody know Mike's speaking time on Tuesday? I would like to catch him, but have no interest in anything else the GOP as a group has to say.

    Unless Mike speaks in the VP spot on Wednesday. Then I might watch it all because I will be a part of it once again.

    We should know before it starts if that is the case, right?

  • Judge Deborah

    08/26/2008 08:35 PM

    They are really pushing Romney on the GOP Race42008 website.

    If you want a lively discussion, join the debate! They still think McCain is going to pick Romney. Either they have inside info or we need to encourage the GOP that McCain is off track for '08 without Huckabee.

    http://race42008.com/2008/08/26/another-look-huck-a-veep/#comment-339563

    Go, Rangers, Go!

  • Judge Deborah

    08/26/2008 08:28 PM

    If McCain wants to win, he'll call Gov. Huckabee tonight or tomorrow and give him the nod.

    If not, America will choose a Pres. & V.P. who only have one home each.

    A four year loss may cause the GOP to listen to conservatives again. By that time, we'll have saved up enough money to donate $2,300 to Gov. Huckabee and clinch his win in 2012.

  • Judge Deborah

    08/26/2008 08:03 PM

    It looked like Rich Lowery was encouraging John McCain to consider choosing Mike Huckabee as V.P. so the GOP doesn't lose this year.

    Since Mike is still on the Tues night speaking schedule and Mitt Romney and Bobby Jindal are speaking right before the VP nominee, is it possible that Jindal or Romney could be the VP nominee?

    What will HucksArmy and HuckPAC Rangers do if Romney is the nominee?

    I don't want us to lose this year, but I don't think we have a chance without Huckabee.

  • Holt, Suzan

    08/26/2008 07:20 PM

    Thanks to Team Huck PAC for the RNC Convention schedule posting.

    Thanks also to "Mike Will Unite" for the link to the open letter regarding Mitt Romney's past record. I appreciate Governor Huckabee's public remarks regarding the problem posed by Governor Romney's past positions.

  • Green, Melissa

    08/26/2008 06:40 PM

    Well, convention looks good. Let's hope it is better than the Dem's!!! Here's hoping Mike Huckabee gets moved to WEDNESDAY! :)

  • ., Mike Will Unite

    08/26/2008 06:35 PM


    Here's that link again. Sorry for the error!

    http://www.rushtellthetruth.blogspot.com/

  • Donlon, Thomas

    08/26/2008 06:29 PM

    I appreciate the posting of the Republican Convention Schedule.

    On another note regarding health and lives, the New York Times did a short article about Vitamin D deficiency in babies.
    http://www.nytimes.com/2008/08/26/health/research/26rick.html?_r=1&ei=5070&emc=eta1&oref=slogin

    This is particularly important for breastfeeding mothers - and only very few mothers have high enough vitamin d levels to pass it on to their babies. The article doesn't even acknowledge that is possible for women to pass on vitamin d to breastfed babies - so low today is the recommended and received dosage of vitamin d today either from supplements or moderate sun exposure necessary to stimulate the high levels of vitamin d that were naturally produced by our ancestors.

  • Romero, Mishal

    08/26/2008 05:56 PM

    I called this number (602) 334- 4440. I spoke with a gentleman who appreciate my support for Gov. Huckabee as McCain's VP. He also promised to pass the message to the Senator. He sounded like he is pro-Huckabee.
    If you guys have time please call the number above and express your desire to see a McCain/Huckabee ticket. Thanks!