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WEBSTER—The Webster Republican Town Committee (RTC) today officially announced its endorsement of Tom Wesley, candidate for U.S. Congress in Massachusetts’ Second District. Webster RTC Chairman Jennifer Tonelli said the following:

“Massachusetts needs Tom Wesley in Congress right now. With the ongoing military conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan, the fanning of flames between North and South Korea, and the continuing tensions in Israel, we need a congressman who has real-world experience in global preparedness and conflict.

“In addition to being a Navy veteran, Tom Wesley has witnessed firsthand the shortcomings of the social welfare state with the extensive time he has spent in Europe. President Obama has shown some precarious inclinations in this area, making this type of expertise critical in upcoming policy debates.

“On the flip side, you have our current congressman. Richard Neal is too busy in DC and Springfield to remember the people in Central Massachusetts. We have never seen Richard Neal in our town parades or celebrations. In fact, many people around here refer to him as ‘the ghost.’

“Far from a one-issue candidate, Tom Wesley brings a wide base of knowledge on issues as diverse as military preparedness, small and large business management, and high education standards. Tom Wesley is smart. Tom Wesley is electable. Tom Wesley is our future."

Tom Wesley responded to the endorsement:

“With some of our global rivals writing America’s obituary as a world superpower, we need strong leaders with the ideas and the understanding to counter our downward drift. The members of the Webster RTC appreciate this need. I pledge to always work to keep Americans safe, and never vote to put American soldiers into harms way unless it’s absolutely necessary. The peoples of the world share the same hopes of peace, security and prosperity in their lives as Americans, and we should consistently be striving to make that a reality.”

In addition to the Webster Republican Town Committee, Tom Wesley has been endorsement the Springfield Republican City Committee, the Douglas Republican Town Committee, the Hopedale Republican Committee and the Wales Republican Town Committee. He also received nomination signatures from each of the 41 cities and towns in the Second District.
 

SPRINGFIELD – The Springfield Republican City Committee today announced its enthusiastic endorsement of Tom Wesley in the Republican primary race for a place on the ballot against Rep. Richard Neal for the Massachusetts Second District. Springfield RCC Chairman Alexander Sherman had this to say:

“The Springfield Republican City Committee enthusiastically endorses Tom Wesley for U.S. Congress. His life experiences and resume are unrivaled in this race, and he gives us the best chance in decades to move this seat to the Republican column, the people’s column.

“As a city hit hard by the economic recession, we know how important it is to have someone in Washington that has the right agenda for getting people back to work and restoring a healthy economy. Tom Wesley understands the critical role that small businesses will play in this recovery, and that government must encourage them, not impede them. He also knows the harmful effects that further tax increases fueled by out-of-control spending would have in this environment.  And Tom is committed to working with community groups to regain control of their streets in order to raise their families in peace.

“Tom Wesley comes from both a business and a military background.   He has a strong mix of relevant domestic and international experience.  Whether it’s on economic or homeland security issues, we need someone who is strong in both areas.  For these reasons, among others, we are throwing our full support behind Tom Wesley in his campaign against Richard Neal.”

Tom Wesley responded to the endorsement:

“I am grateful to the Springfield RCC for recognizing the importance of experience and electability in this race, and thankful for their endorsement in the primary. They have joined with communities as diverse as Douglas, Hopedale and Wales in endorsing my candidacy. Their support is noteworthy because they have the unique designation of being the largest city in the Second District. I may hail from the eastern tier, but I am running to represent the entire District. I thank Chairman Sherman and the other dedicated members of the Springfield RCC for their support.  I look forward to working with them as we move towards victory first in September and ultimately in November.”
 

The Hopedale Republican Town Committee recently endorsed my candidacy for U.S. Congress in the Massachusetts 2nd Congressional District. I am gateful for the support of Chairman Paul Yanovitch and the other members of the Hopedale RTC. I am thrilled that the members recognize the importance of making a decision early on in the race. This reflects the urgency of need for change in Washington. Hopedale’s endorsement is another boost to the campaign as we work to grow our network of energized and engaged citizens.  We’re building the momentum that will take us through Election Day.

Click Here to read the article in the Milford Daily News about the endorsement.

I am very pleased to report that I have received the endorsement of the Wales Republican Town Committee for the Second Congressional District seat.  The committee is a vibrant and enthusiastic group of individualswho are frustrated by the status quo from Richard Neal and the Washington Democrat machine led by Nancy Pelosi.  They are anxious to have someone