Bayh To Campaign for Clinton

From the Clinton Campaign (the events are closed to the public):

Indiana Senator Evan Bayh will talk to undecided New Hampshire voters about Senator Hillary Clinton’s 35-year record of making change happen in stops across the Granite State Thursday. Having repeatedly won elections in a red state, Senator Bayh will also address why Hillary Clinton is the Democrat best suited to win a general election in November 2008.

Senator Bayh was first elected to the Senate in 1998. Prior to that, he served two terms as Governor of Indiana. He has worked in the Senate to strengthen national security, create more jobs through the growth of small businesses, encourage responsible fatherhood, and help families better afford college tuition, retirement, and long-term care.

Flake, Huntsman Give A Helping Hand To McCain

This past weekend, John McCain was joined by campaign surrogates Arizona Congressman Jeff Flake and Utah Governor Jon Huntsman.

To our knowledge, this was Flake's first trip to New Hampshire. Huntsman was in the state back in January, when he attended the NH GOP convention.

Bringing prominent supporters to the Granite State, appears to be an ongoing strategy for the McCain campaign.

Earlier this month, McCain was joined on the trail by former Secretary of Homeland Security Tom Ridge.

South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham and Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty have also appeared in the Granite State stumping for McCain. Pawlenty and Graham are often considered to be candidates for potential cabinet positions in future Republican administrations.

McCain Brings In Rising GOP Stars to Help Campaign

This weekend, New Hampshire Republicans will be able to see two rising Republican stars. Both though, will be campaigning for Senator John McCain.

Tomorrow, North Carolina Senator Richard Burr will be stumping for John McCain in Bedford. Burr won election to the Senate in 2004, he previously had served in the House.

On Monday, October 8 Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty will be speaking at the Grafton County GOP Dinner. Pawlenty is often mentioned as a possible 2008 vice-presidential nominee, especially if McCain gains the nomination.

Senator Richard Burr Makes First Visit To NH

North Carolina Senator Richard Burr will be in New Hampshire tomorrow attempting to drum-up support for John McCain.

Senator Burr will speak with supporters and McCain staffers in Manchester.

He will then head-over to the Hillsborough Republican Oktoberfest Picnic

Jim Webb To Speak At NH Dems Dinner

Virginia Senator Jim Webb will be the featured speaker at the New Hampshire Democratic Party's annual Jefferson Jackson Dinner. Webb is often mentioned as a possible 2008 vice-presidential nominee or a 2012 presidential candidate.

Here is the ticket information you will need to know:

Saturday October 20, 2007
6:30pm
Center of New Hampshire
700 Elm Street, Manchester
$50 per person
Tickets are now available online at http://www.nhdp.org/

Beau Biden Campaigns For Father

Recently elected Delaware Attorney General Beau Biden, will spend Saturday, July 28, 2007 campaigning in New Hampshire for his father, Sen. Joe Biden. Biden will make several stops including at the Greenfield Blueberry "JAMboree", Jaffrey Riverfest, Peterborough Diner and Stratham Fair.

9:45 AM
BEAU BIDEN WILL MAKE A CAMPAIGN STOP AT THE GREENFIELD BLUEBERRY JAMboree
Greenfield Blueberry Jamboree
Oak Park971 Forest Road
Greenfield , NH

11:15 AM
BEAU BIDEN WILL MEET WITH LOCAL RESIDENTS AT THE JAFFREY RIVERFEST
Jaffrey RiverfestMain Street
Jaffrey, NH

12:30 PM
BEAU BIDEN WILL MAKE A CAMPAIGN STOP AT THE PETERBOROUGH DINER
Peterborough Diner
10 Depot Street
Peterborough, NH

3:00 PM
BEAU BIDEN WILL MEET WITH LOCAL RESIDENTS AT THE STRATHAM FAIR
Stratham Hill Park,
Route 33
Stratham, NH

Durbin Campaigns For Obama

Senator Barack Obama's New Hampshire campaign announced today that U.S. Senator Dick Durbin will visit two house parties in New Hampshire tomorrow. The senior senator from Obama's home state, Durbin serves as the Majority Whip in the U.S. Senate and is a longtime supporter and friend of Obama's. He will greet voters and speak about Barack Obama's vision for changing politics in America.

Saturday, July 28

10:00am – 11:45am
NASHUA HOUSE PARTY WITH SENATOR DURBIN
Home of Rep. Cindy Rosenwald & Peter Klementowicz
101 Wellington Street
Nashua, NH

1:30pm – 3:00pm
MANCHESTER HOUSE PARTY WITH SENATOR DURBIN
Home of George Bruno & Rona Zlokower
Saturday, July 28,
161 North Adams Street (between Clark & Carpenter Streets)
Manchester, NH

Pawlenty: My Hands Are Already Full

Today, Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty participated in the official opening of John McCain's New Hampshire headquarters. Before a crowd of 60 "McCainiacs," Pawlenty said that he is supporting Senator McCain because he is a "leader for our times" and he has "uncommon courage and patriotism." After his opening remarks, the Republican Governor met supporters and signed a blank wall that will be filled with signatures of McCain supporters and volunteers

.In an interview with "New Hampshire Presidential Watch," Pawlenty said that so far he has rarely campaigned for McCain, but once the Minnesota legislative session concludes he plans to do more stumping for McCain. As he was leaving, I said "you would make an interesting VP pick" to which Pawlenty laughed and said "I already have my hands full."

For more on Tim Pawlenty and his support of John McCain, check out this link: http://robertbluey.com/blog/2007/02/06/gov-tim-pawlenty-why-im-supporting-john-mccain/

Graham To Visit Lake Winnipeasaukee

South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham will be in the state on May 4th. Graham is a close friend of McCain and Sununu and is often mentioned as a possible Vice-Presidential nominee or Attorney General appointment. Senator Graham will be speaking at the Belkap County Lincoln Day Dinner on May 4th. He will be urging Republicans to support John McCain's presidential bid. Here are the details:

Belknap County LDD Cruise
Date : 4 May 2007
Event Description: Annual Belknap County Lincoln Day Dinner Cruise with featured guest Senator Lindsey Graham
Where: Lake Winnipeasaukee (departs from The Weirs)
When: Friday, May 4th @ 5:30pm
Cost: $35
Contact: Frank TiltonEmail: franktilton@gmail.com

Pawlenty To Attend McCain HQ Opening

It's been confirmed to us, that Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty will be in New Hampshire on Saturday, April 28th. Pawlenty will be attending the opening of John McCain's New Hampshire headquarters. McCain's Manchester headquarters are at the Waumbec Mill on 250 Commercial Street, Suite 3007. The McCain campaign is just down the hall from Tom Tancredo's office.

Blackburn To Bedford

I know this is a few months ahead of schedule, but Tennessee Congresswoman Marsha Blackburn will be in the state in about four months. Blackburn is not running for president, instead she will be stumping for Mitt Romney.

Date : 4 June 2007
Category : General CalendarEvent Description-Graduation luncheon with keynote speaker Congresswoman Marsha Blackburn (R-Tennessee)
Where: Bedford Village Inn
When: Monday, June 4th
Cost: To be announced
Contact: Donna Sytek 893-8889
Email : donnasytek@aol.com

Huntsman Helps McCain

Utah Governor Jon Huntsman Jr. was in Manchester today. Huntsman was at the Merrimack Restaurant for a "John McCain 2008 Exploratory Committee" luncheon. McCain supporters were handing out fliers promoting the event, at the NH GOP convention. Huntsman is also a former U.S. Ambassador to Singapore and a staff assistant for President Reagan. Huntsman will be up for re-election in 2008. In case you were wondering, Jon Huntsman Sr. is a national finance co-leader for Mitt Romney.

The picture above is of Huntsman Jr. and Romney in 2005. Huntsman wrote a series of foreign policy briefs for Romney.

Steele In NH

Former Maryland Lt. Governor Michael Steele is in New Hampshire tonight. He is speaking at a Martin Luther King Jr dinner. Steele lost a senate race to Ben Cardin, last year. His name was mentioned last year as a new RNC chairman, Sen. Mel Martinez eventually took the post.

Why 2012??

Some people might question why a blog devoted to 2012 is necessary. I would say, why not?? This blog will keep track of potential presidential candidates who might be looking towards a run in 2012. For example, if Sen. Ken Salazar of Colorado visits the state it might signal he is interested in running in 2012. This website will not be updated that often, instead visit www.nh2008.blogspot.com, for updates on the 2008 primary and presidential contest.