Michel and Downey back Emmer

Posted at 4:34 PM on March 15, 2010 by Tom Scheck
Filed under: Campaign 2010, Campaign 2010: Minnesota Governor

GOP state Sen. Geoff Michel and GOP state Rep. Keith Downey announced today that they're backing Republican Tom Emmer's bid for governor.

"Tom has a strong and appealing message for suburban voters who are focused on deficits and the economy," said Michel. "Beyond that, I believe the Emmer campaign can pull together a broad spectrum of Minnesotans, from Republicans to Independents and conservative Democrats, to focus on fundamentally reforming state government and making Minnesota an attractive place to raise a family and create jobs."

"I am pleased to endorse Tom Emmer for Governor," said Rep. Downey. "As a new legislator and non-career politician, I have always appreciated Tom's straightforward approach. Minnesotans are looking for someone they can trust to say what he believes and do what he says - Tom is that person. Tom's commitment to common-sense deficit reduction and economic recovery through the private sector is exactly what Minnesota needs right now. We know he will focus on our priorities."

The Emmer campaign says 26 current state lawmakers and Lt. Gov. Carol Molnau are backing Emmer's campaign. Emmer is in a dogfight with Marty Seifert to win the GOP endorsement for governor. Both say they'll drop out of the race if they don't win party backing.

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