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Ellmers applauds McMorris Rodgers on election to conference chair
Story Date: 11/15/2012
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Source: PRESS RELEASE, 11/14/12
Congresswoman Renee Ellmers released the following statement from her office in Washington this afternoon:
"I'm thrilled to congratulate Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers on today's election to Chairwoman of the House Republican Conference. This is a new beginning for our party and the U.S. House of Representatives as we prepare for the 113th Congress and the important issues facing our country. Millions of Americans are facing prolonged unemployment and a stagnant economy while looking to our government for solutions. Cathy's leadership and dedication to providing innovative platforms will allow our conference to enact bold initiatives and expand our outreach to all Americans. I'm proud to see the progress that is being made within our party and the growing role of women in our leadership. Today's election shows a profound step forward in our fight to protect the freedoms and opportunities of all Americans as our mission continues to expand our platform in the coming years."
This afternoon, Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives elected Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers as Chairwoman of the House Republican Conference. Congresswoman Ellmers was a proud supporter of McMorris Rodgers' candidacy for this position, acting on her whip team for gathering support.
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