State Senator Rodney Tom Withdrawing from Congressional Race
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 5, 2007
For More Information, Call 425-466-1030
Bellevue - State Senator Rodney Tom, D-48th District, announced today he is withdrawing from the 8th District Congressional race. “Our fundraising was going great, but Darcy Burner’s campaign has been phenomenal”, Tom said. “Darcy has over 3,200 contributors, an incredible statement to her broad base of support. Reichert’s idea of campaign finance reform is having $10,000 dinners. Democracy was never intended to be limited strictly to millionaires. Clearly, he’s out of touch with the common voter.”
“My purpose from the start was to replace the current Congressman with someone who actually represents the values of the 8th district. Dave Reichert is completely out of step with the values shared in this district. Darcy Burner’s campaign has proven they have the leadership, strength and momentum to win next November.”
Tom plans to refund 100% of the contributions made to his campaign. “I’m just so appreciative of their incredible support. I’m a firm believer in both business and politics that you should always leave whomever you come in contact with better off then before they dealt with you.” He will personally pay for all the campaign expenses incurred to date so that his contributors will receive a full and complete refund. “I’ve always believed in being frugal, both in government and in campaigns. People expect and deserve a lot of bang for their buck,” said Tom. “The bottom line is we must now unite behind Darcy and bring real leadership and representation to this district.”
Tom plans to continue his focus in the State Senate on improving education. “I’m ending this campaign, but I will never stop fighting to make education our top priority both at the state and national level. We have to take education to a much higher level if we are going to be competitive in a global, high tech economy.”
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For more information: Senator Rodney Tom, 425-466-1030
