When it comes to serving his community, Stan has never cared about labels. Instead, he has lived by the values his father taught him at a young age: maintain your personal integrity, stand up for what is right, and work hard for what you believe in. Do these things, and you will live a life without regrets. That's why thousands of Coloradoans across the political spectrum voted to make Stan their State Senator in the traditionally-Republican Senate District 15 in 1994 and 1998. That's why Coloradoans like Gale Davey, a Republican since 1955, have decided to support Stan's Congressional bid. Chief Davey, the retired former Chief of Police from Stan's home town of Fort Morgan, has known Stan for many years, and calls him "an upstanding, moral, and principled Coloradoan" with a tough attitude toward crime.
	Meet Republicans for Stan    Why Republicans are supporting Stan    Weld County GOP activists supporting Stan    Why the Greeley Tribune endorses Stan    How you can support Stan

Meet Republicans for Stan
Bruce Broderius, former Republican 4th CD Delegate   Bruce and Shirley Broderius  enlarge photo   read about Bruce     tell your friends       read more     "I'm a Republican because I don't want the government butting in" "The main reason I've been a Republican all these years is that I value my autonomy and my independence. I'm a Republican because I don't want the government butting into my life where it doesn't belong ..." "That's why ... I could never support the kind of in-your-face government interference that Marilyn Musgrave represents. It would be against the principles I hold dear and against the very basis of my loyalty to good Republican values. ... I oppose Musgrave because I am true to Republican values"  read more!
Randall McConnell, former Larimer County GOP Committeeman   Randall McConnell, lifelong Republican, supports Stan Matsunaka for Congress enlarge photo   read about Rand     tell your friends       read more     "This district belongs to its citizens — not to special interests" ""I met Stan 16 years ago, and was impressed by his integrity. His conduct in this campaign has been exemplary. Here's why, as a lifelong Republican, I'm voting for Stan: 1.   Musgrave does not represent our views 2. Stan Matsunaka has integrity 3. I oppose dishonest and negative campaigning 4. This district belongs to its citizens—not to special interests 5. Stan is the best candidate, most diligent, best informed, and hardest working to have run in many years. He would be the best for Colorado, and the 4th District."  read full statement!
Ruth Gartrell, former Weld County Republican Vice-Chair   Ruth Gartrell, former Republican Precinct Chair and Weld County Republican Vice-Chair, supports Stan Matsunaka for Congress  enlarge photo   read about Ruth     tell your friends       read more     "I don't let anyone tell me who to support — farmers are very independent-minded people" "I should tell you that although I worked as a schoolteacher for 25 years, I grew up on a farm and I'm still a farmer at heart. And farmers are very independent people. They don't like the government or anyone else telling them what to do or how to do it." "So what I like about Stan is that he is independent-minded, too. He looks at the broad issues, not just a narrow point of view. He thinks for himself, and is not a dogmatic Democrat. I don't like dogmatic politicians, whether they are Republicans or Democrats. Stan is very intelligent and willing to listen respectfully to both sides of an issue. I like that."  read more!
Betty Jo Ehn of Greeley, a lifelong Republican Party activist   Betty Ehn, lifelong Republican activist, supports Stan Matsunaka enlarge photo   read about Betty     tell your friends       read more     "Stan tells the truth about his record, and I like that" "As a Republican who has actively been involved in many Republican campaigns over the years," Betty explained, " I wasn't about to support Stan Matsunaka until I knew more about him. So I did a lot of research on his voting record, and looked up information about what he said and compared it to what he actually did."  read more!
Gale Davey, retired Fort Morgan Chief of Police   Gale Davey, retired Fort Morgan Chief of Police and longtime Republican, is a strong supporter of Stan Matsunaka      hear his message   read more     Gale Davey has served as a Morgan County Sheriff, Chairman of the Colorado Racing Commission, and as Fort Morgan's Chief of Police. In 1955, he registered as a Republican, and has been a strong party supporter ever since. He is also a strong supporter of Stan Matsunaka. Listen to Chief Davey's radio spot explaining why he supports Matsunaka for Congress.  more
Mary Lynn Jones, Ft. Collins teacher and mother of two   Mary Lynn Jones, Ft. Collins teacher and mother of two, is another registered Republican who supports Stan Matsunaka      hear her message   read more     Mrs. Jones, a fifth-generation native of Ft. Collins, has been active in the Poudre Education Association and the Ft. Collins Junior League. She has worked for 29 years as a certified special education teacher in the Ft. Collins schools. Listen to her radio ad, explaining why she is another Republican supporting Stan Matsunaka for Congress.  more
Skip Koenig, Firefighter   Skip Koenig, Colorado firefighter, is another Republican who supports Stan Matsunaka for Congress      hear his message   read more     Stan Matsunaka is honored to be endorsed by the Colorado chapter of the International Association of Fire Fighters, and individual Colorado firefighters like Lt. Skip Koenig. Listen to Lt. Koenig's message, where he explains why he is another Republican supporting Stan Matsunaka for Congress.  more
Why are Republicans Supporting Stan?
Fiscally conservative, socially moderate—Just Like the 4th District Common sense solutions. Getting the job done. Working together. Bi-partisan. These phrases have been used to describe Stan Matsunaka by Coloradans who have known him throughout his life. As Leader of the Colorado Senate, it was Stan Matsunaka's job to bring Democrats and Republicans together. As a State Senator, Stan voted for over 30 tax cuts, balanced eight budgets and fought for over 5 billion dollars in tax refunds. Stan is proud of his record of consistent tax relief for Colorado families and business, and invites you to see his voting record for yourself. Stan has been a deacon in his church and a leader in dozens of volunteer organizations. He has served as a role model and basketball and football coach for thousands of young women and men in the 4th District who have grown up to become good citizens, whether Republicans or Democrats. Stan grew up in rural Colorado and hasn't forgotten his roots   enlarge photo Praised by Governor Owens and Republican leaders Review his Record, look at his Plan, and read about how he grew up here in the Fourth District as a fourth-generation Coloradoan. See how this fiscal conservative and social moderate has won the praise of Governor Owens and other Republican legislators for creating a common sense bi-partisan transportation plan that will benefit Colorado's working families for years to come. Stan welcomes your support No matter what your party affiliation, we hope you'll agree that Stan Matsunaka is the best candidate to represent the 4th District in Congress. "I welcome Republican voters to my campaign," said Senator Matsunaka, "and I look forward to listening to and representing the interests of all of my 4th District neighbors—both Republicans and Democrats alike."
Why the Greeley Tribune endorses Stan
"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 "Stan Will Make Colorado Proud" The Greeley Tribune gives Stan Matsunka a resounding endorsement: "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!
How you can support Stan
If you like Stan's message, email this page to your friends and family!   By pulling together, common-sense moderates in both the Republican and Democratic parties can work together to elect a fiscally conservative, socially moderate fourth-generation Coloraodoan to be our Representative in Congress. There are many ways you can help. For starters, you can host a house party, organize an event in your town, or show your support for Stan Matsunaka the old-fashioned way—with a Stan Matsunaka for Congress bumper sticker or yard sign. Just fill in the request form on the volunteer page, or phone our headquarters at 970-224-9952. You can also help out by inviting your family and friends to visit this website, making a contribution in whatever amount you can afford, and by participating in Stan's Media Brigade. As a Republican for Stan, your public support for Stan is especially important. You will join Stan's many neighbors and friends who believe that his character and integrity are just what we need in our Representative to Congress. To join the public list of Republicans for Stan, please send an email to the campaign and sign on as an endorser of Stan's candidacy. Thank you very much for your support, and please call Stan and his team at 970-224-9952 if you have any questions.