U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio: My Family’s Flight from Castro

Dear Friend,

The Washington Post on Friday accused me of seeking political advantage by embellishing the story of how my parents arrived in the United States.

That is an outrageous allegation that is not only incorrect, but an insult to the sacrifices my parents made to provide a better life for their children. They claim I did this because “being connected to the post-revolution exile community gives a politician cachet that could never be achieved by someone identified with the pre-Castro exodus, a group sometimes viewed with suspicion.”

If The Washington Post wants to criticize me for getting a few dates wrong, I accept that. But to call into question the central and defining event of my parents’ young lives – the fact that a brutal communist dictator took control of their homeland and they were never able to return – is something I will not tolerate.

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Sen. Marco Rubio and Rep. Tom Rooney on “Why We’re Fighting The EPA’s Job-Destroying Water Mandate”

Senator Marco Rubio and Representative Tom Rooney

Sen. Marco Rubio: 1 Year Anniversary of Obamacare

Dear Supporter,

One year after the passing of Obamacare and the independent Congressional Budget Office estimates it will cost our country more than 800,000 jobs over the next 10 years. Today conservatives are leading the way to repeal and replace this job killing law with free market based principles.

In 2010 voters across the country sent a clear message that the Obama agenda was taking America down a path that must be stopped. America is the most exceptional country in the world and it is time to reclaim the principles that make her exceptional.

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Senator Rubio Calls On Senate To Act On Amendment Defunding Job-Destroying EPA Mandate

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Marco Rubio today released a letter to Appropriations Chairman Daniel Inouye (D-HI) and Ranking Member Thad Cochran (R-MS) calling on the Senate to include in any Fiscal Year 2011 continuing appropriations legislation an amendment by Representative Tom Rooney (R-FL) defunding the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) enforcement of job-destroying numeric nutrient regulations for Florida.

“As we continue debate of the Fiscal Year 2011 continuing appropriations legislation, I respectfully request that Section 4035, as amended by Representative Tom Rooney, be included in the legislation considered by the full Senate. This provision would temporarily halt numeric nutrient criteria for the State of Florida finalized by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on December 6th, 2010,” wrote Senator Rubio.

“There have been numerous concerns raised regarding the numeric nutrient criteria set by the EPA. Cost estimates have been widely disparate. The EPA estimates that implementation of the standards would cost $135.5 to $206.1 million annually. However, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has determined that the new standards would cost $1.148 billion annually. Despite the massive discrepancy, to date, the EPA has refused a Congressional request to conduct an independent analysis of the economic impacts. Furthermore, there have been questions raised regarding the scientific basis and methodology used for the EPA standards.”

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Washington Needs A Balanced Budget Amendment

By U.S. Senator Marco Rubio

In my two short months in office, it has become clear to me that the spending problem in Washington is far worse than many of us feared. For years, politicians have blindly poured more and more borrowed money into ineffective government programs, leaving us with trillion dollar deficits and a crippling debt burden that threatens prosperity and economic growth.

In the Florida House of Representatives, where a balanced budget is a requirement, we had to make the tough choices to cut spending where necessary because it was required by state law. By no means was this an easy process, but it was our duty as elected officials to be accountable to our constituents and to future generations of Floridians. In Washington, a balanced budget amendment is not just a fiscally-responsible proposal, it’s a necessary step to curb politicians’ decades-long penchant for overspending.

Several senators have proposed balanced budget amendments that ensure Congress will not spend a penny more than we take in, while setting a high hurdle for future tax hikes. I am a co-sponsor of two balanced budget amendments, since it is clear that these measures would go a long way to reversing the spending gusher we’ve seen from Washington in recent years.

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Sen. Marco Rubio: Washington Needs a Balanced Budget Amendment

Friends,

Earlier today I released an op-ed focusing on the need for a balanced budget amendment. We simply cannot afford to continue to run trillion dollar deficits; the time to reverse course and stop our nation’s runaway debt is now. If we choose to do nothing and permit spending levels to continue to spiral out of control, we will hamstring our economic recovery and saddle future generations with an unfair economic burden and a poorer life.



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RPOF: ICYMI: “America Must Stand With The Libyan People”

“We should unflinchingly support the Libyan people’s legitimate demands to build a freer and peaceful country. Unfortunately, the administration’s initial response has been inadequate.” – Senator Rubio

“America Must Stand With The Libyan People”

By Sen. Marco Rubio

National Review Online’s “The Corner”

February 24, 2011

http://www.nationalreview.com/corner/260666/america-must-stand-libyan-people-sen-marco-rubio

In recent days, the world has watched in horror as the Gaddafi regime has brutally massacred its own people for simply expressing their desire to live in a free and peaceful Libya.

Without hesitation, Americans should condemn the brutal Gaddafi regime and this wanton killing of civilians. We should unflinchingly support the Libyan people’s legitimate demands to build a freer and peaceful country.

Unfortunately, the administration’s initial response has been inadequate. Instead of taking the initiative, the administration is relying on other countries and international bodies to lead. For example, it makes no sense to rely on the United Nations Human Rights Council, a body that has long been comprised of and even led by some of the world’s worst human-rights abusers, including Libya.

Instead, we should immediately engage willing partners to limit the regime’s ability to wage war against its own citizens.

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Save the Date: Miami-Dade County’s Lincoln Day Dinner With Congressman David Rivera And Honored Guest U.S. Senator Marco Rubio

Save the Date
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Miami-Dade County’s
Lincoln Day Dinner

With

Congressman David Rivera

Honored Guest
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio

And

A Special Surprise Guest

More Details to Follow

Contact Information:
Erik Fresen/ J.C. Hernandez
305.591.3840
Republican_party@bellsouth.net

Team Rubio: In Case You Missed It: Rubio’s Firsts

We wanted to share a few key stories about what Marco’s been up to since his swearing in. Marco spent almost two years on the campaign trail talking about the need to take back Washington and to fight for good conservative values.  Now that is exactly what he is doing:

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Big Vote Tomorrow!

Tomorrow, the United States House of Representatives is expected to vote on a bill that would repeal ObamaCare, the President’s massive health care law that will burden our economy and stifle job creation.

During the campaign, Marco heard from Floridians across the state opposed to the President’s new health care law and its higher taxes and burdensome regulations. His position on this issue has never changed—he has always been opposed to ObamaCare and has supported its repeal. In its place, Marco believes we should adopt common sense, conservative measures that make health care more affordable and accessible.

The Democrats’ health care package hurts small businesses all across Florida. It punishes entrepreneurial Americans who want to start a new business or expand an existing one.  We can do better.

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U.S. Senator-Elect Marco Rubio: My Promise

For nearly two years, I campaigned on the promise to go to Washington, stand up to a big government agenda that threatens to diminish our country and offer an alternative that will help secure the American Dream for future generations.

Over these past two years, you supported me and, in doing so, propelled our shared vision of limited government, fiscal discipline and free enterprise to victory.

Next Wednesday, January 5th, we begin the hard work of turning principles into policies, ideas into legislation and campaign promises into a new course for our state and America. On that day – and because of your support – I will be sworn in as Florida’s next United States Senator.
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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Marco Rubio

This holiday season, I want to wish you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas and all the very best in the new year.

As 2010 winds down, we are reminded of the many great memories that made this past year such a rewarding one. For me, that includes the time I spent traveling throughout Florida and meeting so many of the talented and hard-working people that make our state and country such an exceptional place to live.

The end of 2010 also reminds us of the challenges many of our fellow Floridians continue to face and the important work that awaits us in 2011 and beyond. When the new year and new Congress begins in a couple of short weeks, I look forward to being your voice in Washington.
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AIF on Marco Rubio Winning U.S. Senate Race

Statement By: Barney Bishop III, President & CEO, Associated Industries of Florida
Regarding Marco Rubio Winning Florida’s U.S. Senate Race

“Marco Rubio is a principled, forward-thinking man and, as an elected official, has demonstrated an interest in seeking out new ideas while never compromising the ideals important to the people he represents.  This is the kind of leader Florida needs in Washington, D.C., and Associated Industries of Florida (AIF) is very pleased he will be serving as our next U.S. Senator. … Continue Reading

Marco Rubio For U.S. Senate: A Generational Choice

As we enter the final week of the 2010 election cycle, it’s important to keep what is at stake in sight. This is not just an election about winning more votes than the other side.  This election is nothing less than a referendum on our identity as a nation. Please take 2 minutes to watch Marco’s final advertisement of the campaign, “A Generational Choice”.

If you believe it’s time to stand together and reclaim our country, please participate in our “Generational Challenge”, a fundraising drive to help raise enough money to air his 2 minute closing argument statewide this final weekend of the campaign. Your participation in this challenge will ensure Marco’s final ad will reach voters throughout Florida before they head to the polls.

It’s time to reclaim America. It’s time to stand with Marco today.

Proud to stand,
Team Rubio

RPOF: Marco Rubio Decisively Wins Another Debate

TALLAHASSEE – RPOF Executive Director Ronnie Whitaker released the following statement after Marco Rubio’s decisive win in tonight’s debate at NOVA Southeastern University.

“Tonight’s debate proved once again that Floridians simply can’t afford the Obama-Meek agenda, they surely can’t trust Charlie Crist, and they desperately need a leader like Marco Rubio. With nearly 12% unemployment here and reckless wasteful spending and debt in Washington, Marco Rubio is the only candidate who will challenge the direction that Washington politicians are taking this country.

“Desperate as his electoral prospects plummet, Charlie Crist spent yet another debate avoiding straight-forward questions, launching vicious false personal attacks, and characteristically changing his position, showing that he really will say and do anything to win an election.”

Crist for U.S. Senate: Marco Rubio in his Own Words: He Can Run, But He Can’t Hide From His Extreme Tea Party Agenda

ST. PETERSBURG – In last night’s ABC News Debate, Marco Rubio repeatedly denied that he supports raising the retirement age and cutting Social Security benefits. Unfortunately for Rubio, he can run, but he can’t hide from his his own words or his extreme Tea Party agenda.

Watch Marco Rubio on Social Security HERE.

“Marco Rubio’s extremism knows no bounds – he wants to punish seniors, women, teachers and schoolchildren in the name of a far-right ideological agenda,” said Crist campaign spokesman Danny Kanner. “Marco Rubio may want to run away from his extreme Social Security scheme, but voters have a right to know that he would dismantle Social Security as we know it, and that Charlie Crist is the only candidate 100 percent committed to protecting it.”

Marco Rubio has signed a right-wing pledge calling Social Security “generational theft,” and has consistently supported raising the retirement age and cutting benefits. He also believes Roe v. Wade should be overturned and supported Senate Bill 6, a bill that would have punished our hard-working teachers.

Charlie Crist is fully committed to protecting and preserving Social Security as we know it, vetoed a bill that would have forced women to pay for and view an ultrasound before making personal health decisions, and vetoed Senate Bill 6.

“Charlie Crist is the only candidate who can win in November and then crash that Tea Party in Washington to deliver bipartisan solutions to the economic challenges we face,” said Kanner.

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Contact:
Danny Kanner
(727) 498-5806

Marco Rubio For U.S. Senate: Elections Matter. Again!

Momentum is on our side. Marco’s message is positive and idea-driven and people are responding. But, we must remain diligent. Thursday at midnight is the end of the fundraising quarter and it is critical we meet our fundraising goal of $100,000. Those resources will go toward winning the absentee votes being cast across the state right now.

Will you help us reach our goal this week? Please consider making a donation of $25 dollars to our ELECTIONS MATTER fundraising drive by midnight Friday.

We have less than 36 days until the election to finally let Floridians have their say.  Send a message that elections matter, that principles stand for something, and that our voice can make a difference. We can say “No more” to politicians who are willing to sacrifice principles and say or do anything just to win.

Please make a donation to our final fundraising drive for this quarter and please send this message to your friends. Ask for their help AND their vote!

Thanks for all you do,
Team Rubio
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Marco Rubio For U.S. Senate: Help fight Charlie’s “Misleading” attacks!

Like clockwork – Charlie Crist proves that the only thing reliable about him is when polls go down, the false attacks go up.

Within hours of Charlie’s latest negative attack ad on Marco, independent fact checkers and news outlets called it “misleading”. Once again, Charlie has proven that the only thing credible about his fiscal record is the more than $800 billion he supported in failed stimulus spending.

FIGHT BACK AGAINST TYPICAL POLITICAL ATTACKS. STAND WITH MARCO TO RECLAIM AMERICA.

Charlie just doesn’t get it.  Voters are fed up with typical politicians who say anything to get elected. Today, the contrast could not be starker – as Charlie sticks to his same old politics-as-usual ways, Marco is talking about issues and ideas to get our country back on track. Watch Marco’s latest ad – he continues to be the only candidate who will challenge the ways of Washington.

What you can do to fight back against Charlie’s politics as usual:

Get the facts and share them: Marco’s record is clear. He is the only candidate with ideas and with a record that backs them up.
Share Marco’s positive, idea driven message. Learn how here.
Donate what you can to fight the millions Charlie’s spending on attacks. This campaign has proven that every voter, every contribution and every dollar adds up to make a difference.

Without you we would not be here. We would not be leading the fight to challenge typical politicians who are more interested in their own futures rather than yours. Together, we have proven elections can matter again and, in 41 days, they will!

Thank you for your continued support!
Team Rubio

Marco Rubio for U.S. Senate: Don’t Miss “Most Important”

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Marco launched a new ad this week, “Most Important.” Be sure to watch the video and then help spread Marco’s positive, ideas-based message to your family and friends.

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Marco Rubio for U.S. Senate: 60 days to go!

Thank you for your support! We’ve clearly come a long way and have less than 60 days to go until the November election.  We need you to keep giving your all for Marco.  Every call made, every door knocked, every dollar raised gets us one step closer to victory.  Be sure to check out our Action Center here and find your local volunteer office here.

This week, we want to highlight some outstanding volunteers Team Rubio.

Narda from Clearwater: Since last November, Narda has been volunteering nearly every day, making sure the Rubio for U.S. Senate office in Clearwater is open and that calls are being made to spread Marco’s message.  Because of her efforts and others like her across Florida, we were able to make over 40,000 calls this week alone.

Billie from Ocala: Although she recently hurt her knee block walking, Billie couldn’t be stopped from getting out the word to her community about Marco’s campaign.  She picked up her phone and started dialing, promising to make 500 calls in a week. But, she didn’t make 500…she made 800!  This made Billie one of our top callers this week!

It’s not hard to understand why our supporters are so committed and energized about Marco’s campaign.  Here’s a sampling of news coverage from the past week:

Marco talked about promoting  a job creation environment in Florida and jumpstarting the U.S. economy on Fox News’ “America’s Newsroom” this week.

Watch news coverage from Marco’s time in the Tampa area on Monday.

A good article to read, “Charlie is flipping, flopping, fumbling and losing.”

Thanks again for everything you do. Please continue to spread the word – talk to your friends and families about what’s at stake, share Marco’s ideas with your networks, make some calls.  In 60 days we can send Marco to Washington to really shake things up.

Thanks for your support,

Team Rubio