Pence Makes Stop In Warsaw
July 28, 2016 at 4:25 p.m.
By Jennifer [email protected]
Pence held a rally at the Kosciusko County courthouse attended by approximately 120 supporters.
He spoke standing on the bed of his red Chevy truck.
After speaking, he shook hands with rally attendees and autographed campaign signs.
His wife, Karen; daughter, Charlotte; and brother, Greg, also made an appearance during the rally.
Pence faces Democrat John Gregg in the Nov. 6 election.
State Representative Rebecca Kubacki introduced the Pence family.
Pence’s wife said her husband is a great dad, husband, brother and son.
“He is always trying to learn about how to be a better leader, and I know in my heart he is going to be an amazing leader for Indiana,” Karen said.
Pence said he is running for governor because he loves the state, and has a plan to take Indiana from a good to a great place.
He said under Governor Mitch Daniels’ leadership, the state has balanced its budget.
“We’ve cut taxes and extended educational opportunities to underprivileged kids more than any other state in the union,” Pence said.
He described himself as a small-town boy from southern Indiana who grew up with a cornfield in his backyard.
He said he never dreamed he would have the privilege of being able to run for governor of the state that he loves.
“I believe if we elect the right leaders at every level with renewed energy and the right ideas, Indiana will take its rightful place as the leading state in the Midwest and one of the fastest growing economies in the United States,” Pence said.
Pence spoke about his “Roadmap For Indiana” initiative.
The six-point plan is to improve private sector employment; attract new investment in Indiana with the emphasis on manufacturing, agriculture, life sciences; improve math and reading skills at elementary schools; and increase graduation rates.
Other parts of the plan are to improve the quality of the Hoosier workforce; and improve the health, safety and well-being of Hoosier families, especially children.
“The plan is about creating good jobs, great schools, safe streets and strong families,” Pence said.
Pence spoke about making sure Indiana elects Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney and vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan and Senate candidate Richard Mourdock in the Nov. 6 election. He also encouraged voters to re-elect State Representatives Rebecca Kubacki and Dave Wolkins.
“We will take Indiana from good to great and the state will lead the nation back to everything that has already made it strong,” Pence said.
Following his rally speech, Pence took questions from the media.
He was asked about his thoughts on Indiana Republican Senate candidate Richard Mourdock’s comments regarding rape.
Mourdock made comments during a recent debate that “Even when life begins in that horrible situation of rape, that is something that God intended to happen.”
Mourdock later held a press conference following the comments and said “God creates life, and that was my point.”
Pence said Friday Mourdock has clarified and apologized for the statement and said he still supports Mourdock.
“I think it’s time to move on, and our red truck tour is about carrying a positive message that is about Indiana’s future,” Pence said.
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Pence held a rally at the Kosciusko County courthouse attended by approximately 120 supporters.
He spoke standing on the bed of his red Chevy truck.
After speaking, he shook hands with rally attendees and autographed campaign signs.
His wife, Karen; daughter, Charlotte; and brother, Greg, also made an appearance during the rally.
Pence faces Democrat John Gregg in the Nov. 6 election.
State Representative Rebecca Kubacki introduced the Pence family.
Pence’s wife said her husband is a great dad, husband, brother and son.
“He is always trying to learn about how to be a better leader, and I know in my heart he is going to be an amazing leader for Indiana,” Karen said.
Pence said he is running for governor because he loves the state, and has a plan to take Indiana from a good to a great place.
He said under Governor Mitch Daniels’ leadership, the state has balanced its budget.
“We’ve cut taxes and extended educational opportunities to underprivileged kids more than any other state in the union,” Pence said.
He described himself as a small-town boy from southern Indiana who grew up with a cornfield in his backyard.
He said he never dreamed he would have the privilege of being able to run for governor of the state that he loves.
“I believe if we elect the right leaders at every level with renewed energy and the right ideas, Indiana will take its rightful place as the leading state in the Midwest and one of the fastest growing economies in the United States,” Pence said.
Pence spoke about his “Roadmap For Indiana” initiative.
The six-point plan is to improve private sector employment; attract new investment in Indiana with the emphasis on manufacturing, agriculture, life sciences; improve math and reading skills at elementary schools; and increase graduation rates.
Other parts of the plan are to improve the quality of the Hoosier workforce; and improve the health, safety and well-being of Hoosier families, especially children.
“The plan is about creating good jobs, great schools, safe streets and strong families,” Pence said.
Pence spoke about making sure Indiana elects Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney and vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan and Senate candidate Richard Mourdock in the Nov. 6 election. He also encouraged voters to re-elect State Representatives Rebecca Kubacki and Dave Wolkins.
“We will take Indiana from good to great and the state will lead the nation back to everything that has already made it strong,” Pence said.
Following his rally speech, Pence took questions from the media.
He was asked about his thoughts on Indiana Republican Senate candidate Richard Mourdock’s comments regarding rape.
Mourdock made comments during a recent debate that “Even when life begins in that horrible situation of rape, that is something that God intended to happen.”
Mourdock later held a press conference following the comments and said “God creates life, and that was my point.”
Pence said Friday Mourdock has clarified and apologized for the statement and said he still supports Mourdock.
“I think it’s time to move on, and our red truck tour is about carrying a positive message that is about Indiana’s future,” Pence said.
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