Iott concession remarks
Written by Toledo Free Press Staff Writers | | news@toledofreepress.comPrepared remarks from Rich Iott, candidate for Ohio’s 9th Congressional District, on election night results:
“There are so many people to thank that I’m not really sure where to begin.
“When I decided to run for Congress, I was frustrated at the direction our country was taking and was willing to do whatever was necessary to put our nation back on track. I soon found myself surrounded by terrific supporters and volunteers who agreed with me and were willing to put their efforts toward our common goal. To all of you who’ve worked so hard – putting up signs, making calls, putting on stamps and labels, stuffing envelopes, knocking on doors, marching in parades – all the things that helped us get to tonight, my sincerest thank you.
Rich Iott
“To all the people who believed in me enough to donate to my campaign – your contributions helped pay for all those phones and stamps and labels and envelopes – and all the mailers, television and radio ads. Without the financial support – whether it was the maximum amount or the two dollar donations from the Two Dollar Project – we wouldn’t be here without you and I’m deeply grateful.
“I was also honored to be endorsed by such terrific organizations as the National and Ohio Right to Life PACs, the Susan B. Anthony List, Gun Owners of America, Buckeye Firearms Association and the National Federation of Independent Business. These organizations were willing to get behind a first-time candidate based upon my beliefs and my word – and I want to thank them as well.
“While many of you have done so much, I want to especially thank Joe Jaffe. For those of you who don’t Joe, he was the Libertarian candidate for congress who decided not to run, but to endorse and support me. We knew this would be a close election and I know his calls and efforts on my behalf helped us in the final counts.
“To my family – Chris, Devon and Ian – you’ve always been there for me and this endeavor was no different. We’ve always done things as a family and I know that I never would have embarked down this road if it hadn’t been for your support and your confidence in me. Thank you for coming on this journey with me.
“And because of all of you, we put on a terrific campaign and tonight, I thank you for your votes. Even though we did not win at the polls, there is still much to celebrate.
“It looks like we’ll have a new governor by the name of John Kasich.
“We’ll have a new senator named Rob Portman.
“State Representative Barbara Sears will continue to serve the 46th House District.
“And, we’ve won back control of the U.S. House of Representatives.
“Across the nation, the American people have sent a message so loud that even President Obama had to hear it.
“I wish Marcy Kaptur well in her next two years and I wish this fantastic Congressional district the success it deserves.
“Now, I know I’ve asked a lot of you during this campaign and I’d like to ask one more thing. Please pray for our elected officials. Pray that they listen and make good judgments on our behalf – and continue to pray for our country – the greatest nation on earth.
“Again, thank you all for placing your trust in me and for being with me throughout the campaign and tonight.
“Good night – and God Bless.”
Tags: Marcy Kaptur, Rich Iott
I am sorry Rich did not win. I believe his plan was to get the message to Washington that you don’t legislate new jobs. You clear the path to growth by removing or lowering tax barriers. Allowing business to grow through well thought out planning along a path that creates income and development through return on investment. Investment creates return which creates growth and jobs to support that growth. It is the right direction and that should be part of our prayers and effort.
This comment was posted on November 3rd, 2010 at 10:28 amMr. Iott and his family were pure class. Something marcy kaptur has not exhibited at all during this campaign.
This comment was posted on November 3rd, 2010 at 3:58 pmThe better person lost last night. I hope Iott considers running for office again. Toledo needs quality citizens like him involved in public life.
This comment was posted on November 3rd, 2010 at 6:01 pmToledo Lucas County, quite frankly, deserves Kapturd & the profligate Demonrats, that have destroyed a once prosperous area.
You only have to drive a few miles to the suburbs to sight the difference between horrid Toledo, and the much, much, better towns beyond the pale.
Champion Spark Plug, did not move to China.
Sheller-Globe, did not move to Mexico.
O-I, did not move to Bangladesh.
AP Parts, did not move to Kampuchea.
Doehler-Jarvis, did not move to Taiwan.
Etc.
Etc.
Oh, to the O-I investors, do not expect much assistance from Kapturd,in your problems with your loss down in Venezuela, from Hugo Chavez’, confiscating your investments.
Kapturd and Chavez , are fellow travelers in the World of Profit Hating Radical Fascists.
Besides, O-I, isn’t in her district anymore…they had to flee 12 miles for their very survival !!
This comment was posted on November 4th, 2010 at 10:11 amThis particular race got attentioin frm all over the world due to Mr. Iott being a candidate. What is surprisng is why tens of thousand of Americans would vote for a man who wants to have the governement come between a woman and her doctor i.e. his anti choice stance and would vote for a man who dresses as a member of the Nazi SS. here are many more examples bt these two are more than enough to see what a wacho he is. This guy is more than one sandwich short of a picnic and still people voted for him. Very odd indeed. At least now he is free to continue to dress up as he pleases and preach about stamping on the rights of others without the burden of pretending he believes in American ideals.
This comment was posted on November 9th, 2010 at 12:32 am