| WAUKESHA, Wis. – Nov. 3, 2009 – With the goal of encouraging a dialog with the citizens ofWisconsin while presenting specific plans to address job creation and economic development, gubernatorial candidate Mark Neumann today challenged his primary electionopponent to a series of town-hall style joint appearances that cover every Congressional district by March 31, 2010.
“We are a year away from general election day. There is no better time than now to begin speaking directly with folks across Wisconsin, in the communities we want to serve as the next Governor,” Neumann said. “I trust my opponent agrees that this direct communication is vitally important and that he will readily agree with my proposal. We should be able to come together for a series of joint appearances that emphasize our experience and our specific plans for the future of Wisconsin.”
Neumann is seeking two events per month with Scott Walker starting in December and continuing until the September, 2010 primary election. While details regarding scheduling and venues would have to be worked out between the campaigns, Neumann expressed hope that discussion and planning could begin immediately. He also encouraged potential community partners, civic organizations, and media outlets to contact the campaigns with proposals to help organize the events.
“For years, Wisconsin has languished because of a failure at the top to strengthen the economic engine that retains and adds jobs while balancing budgets and lowering taxes,” Neumann noted. “We have a tremendous opportunity to refocus our priorities. These town-hall events will offer the chance for us as candidates to speak directly with the folks from Superior to Kenosha, who deserve a say in Wisconsin’s future.”
In announcing his campaign for Governor, Neumann emphasized his plan to provide apositive vision for the future of Wisconsin, with his top priority centered on ensuring job opportunities for our children and grandchildren.
“There is no doubt that folks across the state are angry and fed up with government, and that frustration is partially because they feel like no one is listening to them,” Neumann said. “I am an optimist by nature. The serious challenges facing state government are not insurmountable. With the right goals and effective leadership, together we can build a strong Wisconsin. That planning can, and should, start now.” |
