Log Cabin Republicans PAC Announces Second Wave of Endorsements
Last week, Log Cabin Republicans announced its Board of Directors has issued its second wave of endorsements for its federal political action committee (PAC).
"This list of candidates for federal office includes both longtime
allies of Log Cabin Republicans and new leaders lending their voice to
the common-sense conservative movement sweeping the nation," Log
Cabin Republicans National Executive Director Gregory T. Angelo declared.
"We look forward to assisting all in obtaining victory at the ballot
box on Election Day and welcoming them to the 114th Congress next year."
The endorsed candidates are:
United States Senate GOP nominee Dr. Monica Wehby (R-OR)
House of Representatives GOP nominee James Brown (CT-03)
House of Representatives GOP nominee Carlos Curbelo (FL-26)
House of Representatives GOP nominee Robert Dold (IL-10)
House of Representatives GOP nominee Dr. Nan Hayworth (NY-18)
House of Representatives GOP nominee John Katko (NY-24)
House of Representatives GOP nominee George Leing (CO-02)
"I am excited to accept the endorsement of the Log Cabin Republicans.
Working towards equality for all Americans is the first step in a long
journey toward establishing a limited government, healthy economy, and
securing our individual liberties. As Oregon's next U.S. Senator,
I am confident we will achieve great things, and I am happy to have the
Log Cabin Republicans joining me in this effort."
— Dr. Monica Wehby
"I am happy to accept the endorsement of the Log Cabin Republicans.
Like them, I believe in limited government, personal responsibility, and
individual liberty. Every American should be allowed the freedom to live
their lives with minimal government interference."
— James Brown
"The Log Cabin Republicans are strong advocates for American principles
— from free enterprise and earned success to individual freedom
and equal rights for all Americans. That is why today I am honored to
receive their endorsement and I look forward to working with them to advance
this agenda in Congress."
— Carlos Curbelo
"I am proud to have the endorsement and support of the Log Cabin
Republicans as we work together in our mutual goals of preserving individual
freedoms, furthering fiscal responsibility and protecting equal rights
across the world."
— Robert Dold
"For 40 years the Log Cabin Republicans have championed the values
that all Republicans stand for: an inclusive party that honors and respects
individual liberty. I'm proud to have been side-by-side with them
in standing for equality for all Americans, as a member of the House LGBT
Equality Caucus and a co-sponsor of legislation to extend spousal benefits
to every couple in America and to end discrimination based on sexual orientation.
It's an honor to have the endorsement of my friends in the Log Cabin
Republicans, and to have their full support in the fight to achieve economic
liberty and personal liberty for every American."
— Dr. Nan Hayworth
"I am pleased with the growing support behind my campaign for Congress, including today's announcement by the Log Cabin Republicans. They share my views on taxes and spending, jobs and the economy, and Obamacare. I believe in a 'big tent' Republican Party and will do all I can to make that belief a reality." — John Katko
"I am honored to receive the endorsement of the Log Cabin Republicans
for my campaign for the U.S. House representing Colorado's 2nd Congressional
District. As a minority, I respect and appreciate their fight for equal
rights in our country. I look forward to continuing to work with LCR's
National and Colorado offices to fight for inclusiveness and equal protection
for all."
— George Leing
Log Cabin Republicans is the nation’s largest Republican organization representing gay and lesbian conservatives and allies. The more than 30-year old organization has state and local chapters nationwide, a full-time office in Washington, DC, a federal political action committee and state political action committees.