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.