AD71 Watch: Ackerman, Spitzer and Schroeder Endorse Neil Blais
Posted by: Jubal | 09/14/2007 1:39 PM
This came over the transom a little while ago from the Neil Blais for Assembly campaign. I'm tempted to call it the Holy Trinity of OC Politics, but that goes against Mike Schroeder's "Dark Lord" image:
Major Announcement: Influential Orange County Trio Endorses Neil Blais for Assembly
71st Assembly District Incumbent Todd Spitzer, Senator Dick Ackerman, and former State GOP Chair Mike Schroeder supporting Blais
(Orange) - In a major announcement, today 71st Assembly District incumbent Todd Spitzer joined his colleagues Senator Dick Ackerman and former GOP Chairman Mike Schroeder in supporting Neil Blais for the open 71st Assembly District.
"Neil Blais is a no-nonsense conservative who will continue to fight for public safety and the rights of crime victims," said Assemblyman Spitzer. "Neil will be a strong voice to protect local control and will fight against government waste. I am proud to support him to take my place in the State Assembly."
"Neil Blais won't put up with the Sacramento shenanigans, and he'll stand firm for conservative principles," added Senator Ackerman. "Neil is a proven leader and a trusted conservative. I urge Republicans to stand with Neil in this race for Assembly."
"As a former party Chairman, I know Neil Blais will represent Republicans well in the Assembly," said Mike Schroeder. "Neil is a fighter for the conservative cause, and he's earned a reputation as someone who can get things done. He's my choice for Assembly."
Senator Ackerman, Assemblyman Spitzer, and former Chairman Schroeder join a host of Republicans supporting Neil Blais including dozens of local GOP city councilmembers.
"This is a huge development in this race," said Blais spokesman Tim Clark. "Todd Spitzer is a legislature's expert on public safety, and he is the Assembly Republican Caucus' Chief Whip. Senator Ackerman, as Senate Republican Leader, is recognized for his unwavering leadership for Republican principles. And, Mike Schroeder continues to be one of the more respected political voices in the county. These endorsements represent a significant consolidation of GOP support."
With nearly 75% of the Republican primary voters in Orange County, Neil Blais is poised to handily win the GOP nomination for this open seat. Blais has solid roots in South Orange County which dominates this district. He was active in the founding of Rancho Santa Margarita and is now is a respected member of that city's Council, where he's earned a reputation of being a tough fiscal watchdog and champion of conservative causes. Neil is also a fixture in the Orange County Republican Party, where he served for four years as the representative on the 71st District Central Committee and is currently a member of the Orange County Lincoln Club.
Mr. Ayer registered as a Republican to be electable in an interim election with no incumbents. He did...
Pretty impressive. I think Miller just had his head handed to him.
Game, set, match for Mr. Blais.
With these three endorsements, an obese lady rises and gets ready to sing.
I wonder what the motivation is behind Spitzer endorsing such a weak candidate. Could it be that he's only interested in who is more likely to help in his election for OC DA? He wouldn't endorse a Riverside County candidate for that now would he?
Ackerman's on par to screw up another election here like he did for Van Tran's woulda-been successful senate race. When will he learn?
Remember, this is the same Ackerman who joined forces with Abel Maldonado to vote against the entire senate republican caucus for the budget.
i would say holy trinity is hitting the nail on the head.
as for ragnar, 1) these endorsements clearly aren't for someone who is a "weak" candidate, 2) ackerman didn't vote against the entire senate republican caucus ... there were 7 others that agreed with him
He is a weak candidate. Does anyone know how he stands on any issues? He hasn't done anything for the Republican party.
Miller is the only serious candidate (that I know of) that has taken a stand on illegal immigration. Yes - the problem that is PLAGUING this country.
I'm pretty sure Spitzer knows he made a mistake by now, in fact, I'll bet he doesn't even show up at the Corona Chamber of commerce meeting he's scheduled to speak at.
He could have proven himself to be a leader, instead, he's proven he's a coward.
Ragnar posting is at best, great disappointment for our Republican blog. Neil has been a person with geniune heart to serve others in his community and at his church. In my mind there is no one more qualified than Neil in representing our conservative republican platform at sacramento. I think he is the BEST candidate for AD71.
CRA Repub: I've argued with MANY people regarding the AD 71 race, and never has anyone argued that Blais is a conservative, so your argument is weak at best, however, I do feel that someone on Miller's team is pulling my leg with this comment.
Miller has been an active, grassroots conservative. He's stuck his butt on the line for a plethora of republicans when he didn't have to. I ask, what has Blais, the do-nothin-muffin, done for the Republican party.
I'd recommend you look closer at the two candidates. You'll find out that Miller has supported MANY local Republican candidates.
It's Miller Time, Baby!
"Neil has been a person with geniune heart"
CRA Republican sounds like a bleeding heart lib.
I can only laugh at the response to this announcement by the Miller camp. They all know full well that these were very key endorsements, the most imporatant ones in this race, and they didn't get them. Now they whine and snivel. Too funny.
The only important one is Spitzer. Ackerman has not won a contesed race since he beat Norby years ago and Schroeder is preoccupied with two thngs: helping Mitt Romney and destroying Janet Nguyen.