David Hann For Governor
The Republican Party made a mistake in the past 10-years when they ran candidates who were good politicians that could speak to conservatives. Theses candidates were reasonably successful for a time, but when the chips were down these big government pragmatist Republicans such as George W. Bush, John McCain and Norm Coleman acted to nationalize the housing, banking and auto industry in the name of corporate bailouts.
Republicans everywhere need to change their candidate selection strategy. Instead of good politicians who can talk like conservatives, we need good conservatives who can talk like politicians.
Winnowing out those who talk a good game can be difficult, but one good indication is who shows up at conservative, rather than political events. In the six years since I’ve been back in Minnesota I have been heavily involved with conservatives causes regarding public education, global warming and energy issues, and the plight of conservative students on campus. I have always been impressed to know that State Senator David Hann has stood with me.
I have seen Sen. Hann at a number of events where he is the only elected official to be found. I have been surprised to be sitting across the table from the Senator at an intimate strategy session where he sought us out. I have even encountered Sen. Hann at important gatherings out of state where only a handful of Minnesotans are present. There are a number of campus issues that I don’t even bother to bring up with elected officials (they are simply too complex to quickly explain), but with Sen. Hann, he is already familiar, knowledgeable, and seeks out more information on those issues when he knows you are in that environment. They say 90% of success is just showing up, and for conservatives, they can count on Sen. Hann to be there for them.
Just “being” a conservative is not enough to win elections. You have to be able to communicate and speak to Minnesotans. I have much respect for Rep. Tom Emmer; if you are a conservative and hear one of his fiery speeches you will be energized, pumped up, and ready to go win one for the Gipper! Sen. Hann does not have Rep. Emmer’s passion and fire. But when a moderate Minnesotan hears Sen. Hann speak, they will see and hear a thoughtful, intelligent, calm demeanor that appeals to their core values. His speaking style reminds me of Gov. Pawlenty’s ability to speak with calm authority to all Minnesotans.
It is fair to describe Sen. Hann’s look and demeanor as moderate. More importantly, he is a conservative first through his deeds, his actions, his knowledge, and not just his words. He is exactly the kind of candidate Republicans need to elect. And I am proud to endorse and promote his candidacy.
Republicans everywhere need to change their candidate selection strategy. Instead of good politicians who can talk like conservatives, we need good conservatives who can talk like politicians.
Winnowing out those who talk a good game can be difficult, but one good indication is who shows up at conservative, rather than political events. In the six years since I’ve been back in Minnesota I have been heavily involved with conservatives causes regarding public education, global warming and energy issues, and the plight of conservative students on campus. I have always been impressed to know that State Senator David Hann has stood with me.
I have seen Sen. Hann at a number of events where he is the only elected official to be found. I have been surprised to be sitting across the table from the Senator at an intimate strategy session where he sought us out. I have even encountered Sen. Hann at important gatherings out of state where only a handful of Minnesotans are present. There are a number of campus issues that I don’t even bother to bring up with elected officials (they are simply too complex to quickly explain), but with Sen. Hann, he is already familiar, knowledgeable, and seeks out more information on those issues when he knows you are in that environment. They say 90% of success is just showing up, and for conservatives, they can count on Sen. Hann to be there for them.
Just “being” a conservative is not enough to win elections. You have to be able to communicate and speak to Minnesotans. I have much respect for Rep. Tom Emmer; if you are a conservative and hear one of his fiery speeches you will be energized, pumped up, and ready to go win one for the Gipper! Sen. Hann does not have Rep. Emmer’s passion and fire. But when a moderate Minnesotan hears Sen. Hann speak, they will see and hear a thoughtful, intelligent, calm demeanor that appeals to their core values. His speaking style reminds me of Gov. Pawlenty’s ability to speak with calm authority to all Minnesotans.
It is fair to describe Sen. Hann’s look and demeanor as moderate. More importantly, he is a conservative first through his deeds, his actions, his knowledge, and not just his words. He is exactly the kind of candidate Republicans need to elect. And I am proud to endorse and promote his candidacy.
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