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Tom Horner doubles support to make it a three-way race!
by Peter Tharaldson
Horner’s support doubles to near 20%. Channel 5, Survey USA, and Larry Schier say it’s turned into a three-way race!
Murphy Receives Endorsement from Chairman of Nation’s Largest Political Organization of Independent Voters
New York, New York, and Crofton, Maryland, June 30, 2010 – Frank MacKay, Chairman of the Independence Party of America (IPA), today announced his endorsement of Brian Murphy, Republican Candidate for Governor of Maryland. The IPA is America’s voice of independence, with more than 412,000 members in the New York affiliate alone. The IPA focuses primarily on fiscal responsibility, and does not take a stand on social issues.
“The American people are tired of incumbents. They want new voices. We have been watching the events in Maryland with great interest. Murphy is an independent voice, and I believe he has the vision, leadership and experience to take Maryland forward,” said MacKay.
Because of Maryland’s large percentage of independent voters, the IPA has been looking for an entryway into Maryland. While the IPA traditionally backs Independent candidates, it is backing Murphy for Governor because his fiscally conservative principles are those valued by the IPA.
“Murphy is the best candidate to win in November and to fix Maryland. He has a proven track record: as an economist, he helped build and lead Maryland’s premium multi-billion dollar company. In doing so, he built a reputation as one of the nation’s premiere risk managers. There is no one with a better understanding of how to fix Maryland’s economic woes, create jobs and balance the State’s budget than Murphy. This is why I will put all my weight and support behind him,” said MacKay.
In response to MacKay’s endorsement, Murphy provided the following statement:
“I am honored by Chairman MacKay’s support, and I wholeheartedly accept his endorsement. This alliance is evidence that when Republicans hold firm to the principles of fiscal responsibility, we enlarge our voter base and attract Independents. Expanding our base is how I intend to win the Primary, and how I intend to win the General Election as well.”
For more information on the Brian Murphy for Governor campaign, see www.brianmurphy2010.com.
To set up a press or media interview with either Murphy or MacKay, please contact Karla Graham at karla@brianmurphy2010.com or (410) 924-4577.
Independence Party of America’s website: www.independenceamerica.com
Independence Party of New York: www.Independencepartyny.com
The Independence Party Tries a Buttoned-Down Appeal
By Azi Paybarah and Eliot Brown
February 23, 2010 | 8:00 p.m
It’s been two years since the chairman of the New York State Independence Party, Frank MacKay, cut his hair and removed his earrings. At the time, he was traveling around the country, trying to lay the groundwork for a potential presidential campaign, and he realized that he’d be taken more seriously if he looked less like the nightclub owner he had been on Long Island, and more like a political player.
http://www.observer.com/2010/politics/independence-party-tries-buttoned-down-appeal
Bloomberg in ‘12? Minnesota Independence Party wants Mike to seriously consider running for prez
By Elizabeth Benjamin
The party that made ex-wrestler Jesse Ventura governor of Minnesota wants to make Mayor Bloomberg President in 2012
Assembly’s Independents Day
By Elizabeth Benjamin
The Assembly Democrats got some bad news today from their Boston-based pollster, Kiley & Co., which basically can be summed up as follows: It’s tough out there for an incumbent.
http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2010/02/assemblys-independents-day.html#more
Independence Party Courts Unaffiliated Voters
IP Comments on Scott Brown Victory
Chairman MacKay calls for Sen. Reid to Step Aside
IP Ensures Victory for Rep. Dan Maffei
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Chairman MacKay is available to the media for commentary, appearances and radio interviews on independent politics. Call Jennifer at (631) 821-5187 to schedule an appearance, or email independencepartyofamerica@yahoo.com.