Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison closes out a week in which virtually all of the states major newspapers granted her the favour of their endorsement in the Republican Party Primary over Governor Rick Perry. The Austin American-Statesman Beaumont Enterprise Dallas Morning News Houston Chronicle Lubbock Avalanche-Journal Marshall News Messenger San Antonio Express-News And Wichita Falls Times Record News have all ndorsed Hutchison For Governor.
The Austin American-Statesman Says Kay Offers A Record Of Substantive Leadership":
What Hutchison offers is a record of substantive leadership in transportation border security and education among others. … On education Hutchison urges an aggressive and innovative attack on the states dropout rate. … On transportation Hutchison vows to shake up the Texas Department of Transportation to bring long-overdue transparency to the organization. … Shes the best choice in the Republican gubernatorial primary."
Austin American-Statesman
The Beaumont Enterprise Calls Kay Visionary" And A Stronger Candidate" In November:
If Texas Republicans pick Kay Bailey Hutchison over Rick Perry in the upcoming primary election they will send a much stronger candidate to the general election in November. Hutchison is stable responsible and visionary - qualities sorely lacking in the incumbent."
Beaumont Enterprise
The Dallas Morning News Calls Kay A Statesman" Who Is Better Equipped" To Lead Texas:
Our state is in need of a statesman. After nearly a decade in power Gov. Rick Perry has emerged as a leader who depends more on bully tactics than his bully pulpit. Now as Texas faces daunting deficits and a number of urgent challenges Perrys strong-arm style will no longer suffice. Kay Bailey Hutchisons measured approach to governing would be a welcome change. The states senior senator is better equipped to build the coalitions that will be needed to balance budgets curb dropouts tackle transportation issues and keep Texas on track. Thats why Hutchison has earned our recommendation."
The Dallas Morning News
The Houston Chronicle Says Kay Has Been A Reliable And Effective Representative" For Texas:
For 16 years in the U.S. Senate as the only woman ever to represent Texas there Kay Bailey Hutchison has been a reliable and effective representative for her state and the Houston-Galveston area where she grew up. Now Hutchison is campaigning to convince GOP primary voters that she can bring to the position of
Texas governor a proven record of working across party lines to benefit all. The Chronicle believes this former newswoman University of Texas Law School-trained attorney and longtime Lone Star public servant is the best choice in a GOP primary field that includes incumbent Texas Gov. Rick Perry and political newcomer Debra Medina."
Houston Chronicle
The Lubbock Avalanche-Journal Says Kay Would Bring The Leadership Texas Needs":
We strongly believe Sen. Hutchison would bring the leadership Texas needs ... fueled by her conservative principles. … But our biggest concerns about Gov. Perry are his shrinking transparency and the mean-spirited campaign against the longtime senator. … Were also concerned that the governor notes hes repeatedly balanced the states budget which is commendable but its also required by the state constitution. Were disappointed in issues with the Texas Enterprise Fund and Gov. Perrys attempt to force Gardasil shots on young girls."
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
The Marshall News Messenger Says A Vote For Kay Is A Vote For Better Government":
Perry can be counted on to provide disastrous ideas at regular intervals. Remember Perrys move to require HPV vaccination for all girls? Overall that might be something parents want to consider but Perry wanted to require it by fiat not even allowing the state legislature to consider it. … What we need now is responsible representation in the governors office and we have ample evidence that this can be provided by Kay Bailey Hutchison. We know this because we have seen her in action in the midst of difficult situations time and time again and she has always responded with solid solutions that work to benefit both Texas and the United States. … A vote for Kay Bailey Hutchison in the Republican primary will take us one step closer to bringing better government for all of us in Austin."
Marshall News Messenger
The San Antonio Express-News Says Kay Offers Clarity On The Issues":
Hutchison has a distinguished record of public service in Austin and Washington. She served in the Texas House of Representatives as state treasurer and for the past 17 years as U.S. senator. In between elected offices Hutchison also has a record of accomplishment in the private sector. … Her clarity on the issues and her strong personal background make her the clear choice in the Republican gubernatorial contest. Perry can claim a number of accomplishments during his tenure the longest in Texas history. In the past four years those accomplishments have been overshadowed by an increasing number of ethical clouds and Perrys unyielding commitment to ideology at the expense of Texas taxpayers."
San Antonio Express-News
The Wichita Falls Times Record News Says Kay Will Serve Texas Especially North Texas Well:
Our vote in this race goes to Hutchison who has served this state and more importantly this district well during her time in Washington D.C. … How can a senator one of 100 powerful politicians do more for her state as a governor as a delegation of one? Wed like to see her try. Her experience and seniority on a variety of committees served us well and her ability to work with all elected officials without appearing to obstruct the process. She knows North Texas and quite frankly a Perry spotting in these parts is as rare as seeing a peacock on a cattle ranch. Perry has served too long. Thanks for serving."
Times Record News
