Republican National Convention: A Jolt of Excitement

Below is an excerpt from National Republican Congressional Committee Chairman Tom Cole about the super-charged Republican National Convention and the campaign ahead.

"Last night was electrifying!

Senator John McCain delivered a vision for America that will bring our troops home from Iraq and Afghanistan in victory, put us on the path to energy security and improve our economy through cutting taxes and limiting spending.

And, isn't Governor Sarah Palin a great pick for Vice President?

In less than an hour on Wednesday night she showed the world that our Party's conservative values are not just rhetoric -- but that Republicans walk the walk. She did that by talking common sense to Americans and reaffirming their beliefs about what we need to do in Washington to change the direction of the country.

Needless to say -- it is a great time to be a Republican.

The momentum that was started during this week's convention is going to carry us to victory on Election Day. I am more confident than ever that we can keep a Republican in the White House and also elect enough Republicans to the House of Representatives to end Nancy Pelosi's liberal reign.

But we can't send John McCain and Sarah Palin to the White House without support.They need more Republicans in Congress who share their values and their views, and who will work with them to change the direction of the country.

I hope you will join with us in doing everything you can to fight for the issues you and I care so deeply about and elect Republicans this fall.

As this past week has shown, there has never been a more clear difference between the values of our Party versus the values of Barack Obama and the Democrats. A Barack Obama, Joe Biden, Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid team is just too risky a chance to take.

This past week has energized our Party. I hope you will join with us now to keep the momentum going to victory on Election Day!

Thank you for your support of our party and our candidates.

Sincerely,

Tom Cole, M.C.
Chairman