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Cruz backs Labrador's gubernatorial bid |
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November 2, 2017 |
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz announced Wednesday he is
endorsing Raúl Labrador’s bid to become Idaho’s
next governor.
“I’ve worked closely with Raúl Labrador over the
past few years to advance conservative policies
for our country and I can tell you he is one of
the most effective, dedicated, and honest men I
have known,” said Cruz. “His fierce commitment
to conservative values, his respect for our
Constitution, and his pledge to making
government accountable to the people will make
him a great governor and I’m proud to endorse
his candidacy.”
Senator Ted Cruz is highly regarded as one of
the foremost leaders in the conservative
movement in the United States Senate. As the
longest serving Solicitor General in Texas
history from 2003 to 2008, Senator Ted Cruz has
first-hand experience with the skills necessary
to be successful in state government.
As Solicitor General, Senator Cruz argued eight
cases before the United States Supreme Court,
advancing conservative causes from his elected
position. In the landmark case of District of
Columbia v. Heller, Cruz drafted the amicus
brief signed by the attorney generals of 31
states, including Idaho, which said that the
Washington, D.C., handgun ban should be struck
down as infringing upon the Second Amendment
right to keep and bear arms.
“I’m honored to have Senator Ted Cruz’s
support,” said Labrador. “Ted Cruz and I both
know that conservative policies, like freedom,
liberty and personal accountability will do more
to improve people’s lives than any government
program. And when we can get government out of
the way, people will thrive. It’s been a
privilege to work alongside Senator Cruz in
Congress to promote policies that support these
ideals, and I’m humbled to have his support in
this campaign.”
Labrador’s service in the Idaho Legislature and
in Congress clearly shows his resolute
commitment to advancing conservative principles
in government.
From his unwavering support for pro-life
policies, his strict adherence to the
Constitution, to his iron-clad opposition to
deficit spending and tax hikes, Labrador’s solid
conservative record distinguishes him from the
crowded field of candidates in the Republican
primary.
Labrador, 49, represents Idaho’s First
Congressional District. He and his wife Becca
are proud of their five children and one
daughter-in-law, and are happily expecting their
first grandchild.
More information about Raul Labrador and his
campaign is available at
www.RaulLabrador.com. |
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