"Colorado has a history of voting fiercely independent in the true spirit of the West. The state is best served by someone with a conservative fiscal sense and a strong sense of individual rights. . . . these are characteristics found in Matsunaka. Matsunaka will make Colorado proud."  more —Greeley Tribune, 10-11-02 The Greeley Tribune The Greeley Tribune gives Stan Matsunka a resounding endorsement, saying that "Matsunaka typifies the West." The Greeley Tribune has endorsed the Republican candidate in every election for Colorado's 4th CD since 1972: Jim Johnson, Hank Brown, Wayne Allard, and Bob Schaffer. The Tribune praised Stan's bipartisan approach, noting that "Matsunaka has shown an ability to work with both parties," and that "the 4th will be best served by someone who does not vote purely along party lines." Regarding Stan's opponent, the Tribune observed, "Marilyn Musgrave works too often along the fringes of her party. She has focused mainly on a conservative social agenda. She has not shown an ability to be an effective leader in the state Senate."  read it yourself!

"Matsunaka gained a reputation as an effective moderate who could work with both sides and get things done"   more —Rocky Mtn. News, 10-16-02 Rocky Mountain News "We support Matsunaka in the belief that he would serve in Congress as an independent-minded pragmatist who'd work hard for small-town and rural Colorado, as befits someone from a district that extends across the eastern plains."  read it yourself!

"Our choice:  Matsunaka for Congress . . . His views best represent the interests of the sprawling 4th Congressional District." more —Ft. Collins Coloradoan, 10-15-02 Ft. Collins Coloradoan "[Stan Matsunaka] has long been a middle-of-the road representative who is interested in getting results. But he's strong enough to not get bullied into supporting ideas that are bad or not fully developed. Musgrave's . . . social agenda seems to take precedence over issues that are important to residents of our area, such as education and health care. It's time for moderate views, such as those Matsunaka espouses"  read it yourself!

"Stan's our man: Matsunaka's middle-road inclinations for important issues, like bad roads, overcrowded highways, underfunded schools, are needed for this area."  more —Rocky Mountain Collegian, 10-14-02 Rocky Mountain Collegian The Rocky Mountain Collegian states, "we think Stan is the man and Marilyn Musgrave is too conservative for the changing area. [Stan Matsunaka] has long been a champion for sound agriculture policies, health care, and rural educational needs. He has also worked to improve transportation and growth in the area and has helped pass an alternative energy policy, which included making more wind farms, solar farms and biomass fuels. . . Marilyn Musgrave . . . is best known as a militant foe of abortion and gay rights."  read it yourself!

"Moderation for the 4th: Pragmatic Matsunaka well fits the district . . . we think Matsunaka's moderate, pragmatic politics make him the best choice"  more —Boulder Daily Camera, 10-11-02 Boulder Daily Camera "Pragmatic Matsunaka well fits the district" says the Boulder Daily Camera. "He has won repeated election to the Senate in a strongly Republican district . . . he worked with Owens to craft a compromise transportation plan in the waning hours of the legislative session . . . Marilyn Musgrave . . . spends too much time working her extreme social positions"  read it yourself!

" . . . we also like politicians who drive the extra mile to include us rural folks in the process. Thanks for dropping by, Stan.   We urge Prowers County voters to consider that when they go to the polls." —Lamar Daily News, 11-01-02 Lamar Daily News "... we'd like to remind the voters that Marilyn Musgrave's only appearance in Prowers County was a fleeting visit in conjunction with the annual Lincoln Day dinner.   Matsunaka, on the other hand, has visited the county twice, has spent far more time and effort to meet with his constituents, has shaken far more local hands, and has been in contact with local media and community leaders on several occasions in efforts to improve his understanding of local issues and concerns ... we also like politicians who drive the extra mile to include us rural folks in the process. Thanks for dropping by, Stan. We urge Prowers County voters to consider that when they go to the polls."  read it yourself!

"Schaffer blended sharply conservative views on national issues with close attention to the needs of his district.   We think the candidate most likely to match Schaffer's dedication to solving the 4th District's problems is state Senate President Stan Matsunaka"  more —Denver Post, 10-13-02 The Denver Post "Matsunaka a fit for 4th CD," proclaims the Denver Post. "In his eight years in the legislature, Matsunaka has been a tireless advocate for agriculture, rural educational needs and better access to health care. But the Loveland senator also worked closely with Republican Gov. Bill Owens to pass a bill last session to improve Colorado highways and rapid transit."  read it yourself!

"I endorse Stan because his history is rooted in the plains of Colorado. The heroism of his family makes us proud to be Americans. He will be a great congressman." —Atty. General Ken Salazar Attorney General Ken Salazar Stan dominated the straw poll held at the Weld gathering with 66 delegates for Matsunaka, 9 for Pat Waak and 3 undecided. Later on Saturday, Matsunaka continued to roll up large margins of victory at the Larimer County Assembly. The delegate preference vote in Larimer County was 101 for Matsunaka, 16 for Waak and 2 undecided.  more

American Federation of Teachers "Our members have been long-time and active supporters of Stan Matsunaka. Stan is 'The Man' for Colorado because he has always placed public education first."     —Steve Monaghan, AFT

National Education Association Stan Matsunaka promises, "As the first person in my family to go to college, I know the value of a public education. As Colorado's next Congressman, I will continue to fight for our public schools."

International Association of Firefighters "Firefighters and other emergency workers risk their lives every day to keep Colorado's families safe, and I am honored to have the endorsement of the IAFF," states Senator Matsunaka.

Conservative Blue Dog Democrats "The conservative Blue Dog Democrats stand for working families, strong moral values, and fiscally conservative government, and I am honored to receive their endorsement," said Stan Matsunaka. "The Blue Dogs have a reputation for creating common-sense legislation with bipartisan support, a reputation I worked hard to earn as Colorado's Senate President. Coloradans are tired of partisan bickering and want a Congressman that will support good ideas over party politics."

The Matsunaka for Congress campaign is proud to announce the following endorsements:

Greeley Tribune   Boulder Daily Camera   Denver Post   Ft. Collins Coloradoan   Rocky Mountain Collegian   Lamar Daily News   Rocky Mountain News   U.S. Rep. Mark Udall   U.S. Rep Diana DeGette   Colorado Attorney General Ken Salazar   Colorado State Senator Peggy Reeves   Colorado State Senator Terry Phillips   Colorado State Rep. Bryan Jameson   Colorado State Rep. Bob Bacon   Dick and Reva Bond   Bob and Linda Eisenach   Rollie and Josie Heath   Tom Strickland   AFL-CIO   AFSCME   American Federation of Teachers   American Trial Lawyers Association   Blue Dog Conservative Democrats   Colorado Education Association   Colorado Trial Lawyers Association   Communications Workers of America   IAM   IBEW   International Association of Firefighters   International Brotherhood of Teamsters   Laborers International Union   National Education Association   NARAL   Service Employees International Union   UFCW

 
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