Republican Candidates Emerge As Winners In Primary
February 12, 2008

Congratulations to the winners of our Republican Primary contests. We were fortunate to have so many talented individuals competing for elected office this year. Their willingness to sacrifice time, talent, and treasure to compete for our votes is proof that our Democracy is alive and well. On behalf of the Republican Central Committee for Prince George’s County, I thank each of them for their efforts.

Unfortunately, despite the wealth of talent, only one candidate can advance to carry our standard in the 2008 November General Election. With the Primary contests behind us, it is now time to consolidate our efforts behind our 2008 General Election candiates. Please join with me in supporting the following candidates in the upcoming 2008 General Election:

Senator John McCain, Candidate for the Presidency of the United States.  Volunteers interested in working for his campaign in Maryland should visit www.marylandformccain.com/Volunteer_Sign_Up.php. 

Mr. Peter James, Candidate for U.S. Congress, 4th Congressional District, www.PeterJames08.com

Mr. Collins Bailey, Candidate for U.S.Congress, 5th Congressional District, www.baileyforUScongress.com

Mr. Steve Hudson, Candidate for U.S. Congress, 8th Congressional District, www.stevehudson2008.com

MARYLAND REPUBLICAN PARTY

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Chairman James Pelura

November 12, 2007

House Votes for Largest Tax Increase In Maryland History

Democrats Ask “What’s In Your Wallet?”

ANNAPOLIS—Yesterday, the Maryland House of Delegates passed two tax bills, which as a package, represent the largest tax increase in Maryland history. House Bill 2, which would increase the sales tax and car titling tax by 20 percent, double the cigarette tax, and double the hotel tax, passed 82-55. House Bill 5, which would significantly increase the income tax and the cost of doing business in Maryland, passed the House 80-56. All Republican delegates voted against these regressive tax increases that will hurt working families and small businesses trying to grow and prosper in Maryland.

Dr. Jim Pelura, Chairman of the Maryland Republican Party, released the following statement:

“This vote is nothing more than an all out assault on the hardworking, tax-paying families of Maryland by the Democrats in the General Assembly. The blatant attempt to take money from Maryland families for special interests is disgraceful.

“Taxes know no party affiliation. We all pay taxes. Republican legislators deserve the respect and admiration of all Maryland families for putting forth a fiscally responsible alternative with no tax increases and for standing up to this economically destructive legislation. In the end, the Democrats showed they do not respect their constituents or their financial burdens. The new Democrat slogan seems to be ‘what’s in your wallet.’”

The 88 Democrat delegates who voted for one or both of the tax bills, comprising the largest tax hike in Maryland history are:

MARYLAND REPUBLICAN PARTY

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Chairman James Pelura

August 15, 2007

House Republicans Offer Fiscally Responsible Budget Plan With No New Taxes

ANNAPOLIS - Today, the House Republican Caucus put forth a fiscally responsible budget plan that will eliminate the state budget deficit without raising taxes. For several months, Governor Martin O’Malley and the Democrat leadership have discussed their desire to raise the state’s gasoline tax, sales tax, and income tax, among others. The Republicans have proven that the state budget can be balanced without new taxes being levied on working families.

Maryland Republican Party Chairman James Pelura made the following statement:

“It is shameful that the Democrats’ knee-jerk reaction to anything wrong in the world is to raise taxes. The House Republican Caucus has demonstrated that if you roll up your sleeves and tackle the budget deficit, you can find real solutions. Working families are already having a tough time making ends meet thanks to O’Malley’s electric rate hike, record gas prices, and the price of other consumer goods on the rise. Republican Leader Tony O’Donnell and the House Republicans are to be commended for their very thorough work on behalf of all Maryland taxpayers.”