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PAGE B10 - The Leonard Graphic - Thursday, October 31,2002
THANKS FOR CONSIDERING.
CONGRESSMAN RALPH HALL
A SEASONED LEADER FOR SERIOUS TIMES!
National Taxpayers Union, The
Nation’s Largest Taxpayer Group,
Endorses Ralph Hall for Congress
August 21, 2002
NATIONAL TAXPAYERS UNION CAMPAIGN FUND 8/21/2002
“Ralph Hall’s leadership and hard work on behalf of the American tax-
payer has been proven, to anyone who has followed his voting record in
Congress. He has consistently worked to eliminate wasteful government
spending and to provide tax relief for hardworking Americans. In fact,
Representative Hall is an original cosponsor of legislation that would
require a super-majority vote on any bill that would increase taxes.”
“Representative Hall’s opposition can’t match the Congressman’s
record on behalf of taxpayers.
“Ralph Hall is the obvious taxpayer’s choice and NTU is proud to
endorse him for Congress.” John Berthoud, President (NTUCF)
Mary Ellen and I enjoy representing you in Congress!!
Hall was also
endorsed by...
the U. S. Chamber
To Complete the National Circuit
of Business Endorsements Hall
Was Endorsed by...the National
Federation of Independent
As Congress left Washing ton, D.C., the
President asked Hall to accompany him
home on Air Force One, shown here
thanking Hall for his vote on the Trade Bill
that passed 215 to 214 on 12/6/01
of Commerce.
7/8/2002
"On behalf of the world’s largest business federation
representing more than three million businesses and
organizations of every size, sector and region, I am
pleased to inform you that the U. S. Chamber of
Commerce’s Board of Directors has endorsed your
candidacy for the U. S. House of Representative.”
Tom J. Donohue
BUSINESS
Business (NFIB).
10/1/2002
On behalf of the 600,000 members of the
NFIB, Hall was endorsed as a steadfast
advocate for Texas small business owners.
For this Hall received the Guardian of
Small Business Award.
Matt Garth
NFIB Regional Political Director.
NFIB
For his voting record in sup-
port of small business Hall
has received the Guardian
of Small Business, Award
from the National
Federation of Independent
Business each session he
has served in Congress.
Hall is also endorsed at the State level by the powerful Texas
Association of Business
9/4/2002
“Congratulations!...TAB’s Political Action Committee has endorsed your candidacy for the U.S.
House of Representatives, and we are looking forward to helping you get elected.”
Matt Hammond, President TAB
Other Endorsements and Awards Are As Follows:
• Veterans of Foreign Wars 9/06/02
Salavatore J. Capirchio, Director VFW PAC
• Americans for Tax Reform -(Hero of the Taxpayer Award) .
• National Energy Resource Organization - (Distinguished Service Award)
• Texas Farm Bureau Friends of Agriculture Fund 7/23/02
“The AGFUND Board of Directors carefully considered your race and
felt Texas Farm Bureau membership and the citizens of Texas would .
be well served by your election.” Joe Maley, Coordinator AGFUND
• Christian Coalition - (Friend of Family Award)
• National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund 9/25/02
“Our endorsement of candidacy is based on your longtime commitment
to protecting our Second Amendment rights. As a Member of Congress,
you have proven to be a loyal and consistent friend of Texas gun
owners and sportsmen.” Chris W. Cox, Executive Director
• National Right to Life and Texas Right to Life 10/4/02
“This endorsement reflects our deep appreciation for the outstanding
pro-life record that you have made...You were the prime sponsor of the
Assisted Funding Restriction Act, a bill to prohibit federal funding of
assisted suicide and euthanasia,‘which you shepherded into law.
Douglas Johnson, Legislative Director
Carol Long Tobias, Director, NRL
•Eagle Forum
“During your eleven terms in Congress, you have demonstrated leadership
and support for our shared priorities of individual liberty, family integrity,
Second Amendment rights, and the sanctity of human life...I urge Texans
to go to the poll on November 5 and to vote for your reelection.”
Phyllis Schlafly, Chairman, Eagle Forum
• Concerned Women for America 10/19/02
“Concerned Women for American Legislative Action Committee of North
Texas considers it an honor to support...Congressman Ralph Hall...Ralph
Hall has brought honor to every role he has undertaken.”
Ann Hettinger, Area Director, Concerned Women For America
• The 60 Plus Association
Lawmaker of the Month Award and Guardian of Seniors Rights
The Dallas Morning News
And, of course, l appreciate being endorsed by Texas’ major big city
newspaper The Dallas Morning News. (10/25/02)
To The Citizens
of the Fourth
Congressional
District:
“I am really grateful for the
many endorsements listed on
this page. I am aware, however,
that the most important
endorsement would be your
support and friendship on
November 5th."
Congressman, Fourth District of Texas
Paid for by Hall for Congr
:, J. Blakeley Hall,
’5087. A copy of our report is filec
Federal Election Commission, Washington, D.C.
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