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Fallbrook, CA - Robert J. Hamilton, Democratic candidate for the 49th Congressional Seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, talked to the North Central Democratic Club on Monday night, June 23rd about his position on the economy, with proposals on how to reverse the downward trend set in motion by the Bush administration. Hamilton said, “Our national debt of over $9 trillion, and growing by over $1.5 billion per day, has weakened our economy and created a monumental tax burden for future generations. While the Bush administration has squandered billions on an unnecessary war and government mismanagement, Congress continues to be controlled by special interests.” He discussed with the audience how our world is being challenged as never before by escalating demand for energy, food and other vital commodities. Of particular concern is the urgent need to develop alternatives to high priced oil. Hamilton said, “The Bush administration and my opponent Darrell Issa continue to call for more oil drilling to solve our energy problems while Germany, Brazil and other nations develop better solutions.” “During the last seven years, our government has disengaged from programs to reduce global warming, ridiculed the need for conservation, undermined attempts to reduce oil consumption, and paid huge subsidies to oil companies while cutting subsidies for development of alternative sources of energy. I will work to reverse these misguided policies.” The audience was concerned with many different issues regarding the economy. Hamilton recommended several options for improving the economy including repair of our nation’s crumbling infrastructure and rail system, affordable healthcare for all Americans, and greater emphasis on support for small businesses instead of just the large corporations favored by the Bush administration and Darrell Issa. Hamilton favors a “pay-go” policy where new spending programs must be paid for by cuts in other spending. “Just as individuals and families throughout our nation are coming to terms with the new, tougher economic landscape, our government needs to cut back spending to essentials, plan and invest for long-term growth, and execute the plan responsibly and competently.” For information visit www.roberthamiltonforcongress.com.
Contact: Bill Gould, Press Secretary: press@roberthamiltonforcongress.com 760-723-7144 June 24, 2008 |
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Fallbrook, CA Robert J. Hamilton, Democratic candidate for the 49th Congressional Seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, today announced his position on the growing energy crisis and its impact on our economy and national security. Hamilton’s Position: "Developing alternative sources of energy, encouraging energy conservation and achieving independence from Middle Eastern oil imports are among my highest priorities", said Hamilton. "For the last seven years the Bush administration, with almost 100% support from my opponent, Darrell Issa, has pursued an energy policy built around what's good for the oil industry, not the long-term interests of our nation. The result is record profits for the oil industry, which continues to enjoy subsidies at taxpayer expense”. A more serious consequence of Bush administration policies has been a weakened economy in which high gas prices have led to higher prices for goods and services, reduced profits for businesses, and growing unemployment. While Americans continue to work hard, they find themselves falling ever further behind as prices soar for gasoline, food and many other products they depend on. Hamilton proposes targeted incentives and stricter enforcement of efficiency standards for all vehicles produced in the U.S. He also believes government should take an active role in promoting the development of clean biofuels. “Gasoline consumption accounts for almost half of U.S. demand for oil”, says Hamilton. “So, producing more fuel-efficient cars using a biofuel blend would go a long way towards reducing demand for oil, as well as helping our struggling auto industry survive.” "A Comprehensive Energy Policy is a matter of National Security", says Hamilton. “We cannot afford to continue on the path set by the Bush administration, relying on Middle East oil and loans from China. We must find alternative sources of energy and use existing sources more effectively if we are to retain a competitive role in an ever-changing world.” For information visit www.roberthamiltonforcongress.com
June 10, 2008 Contact: Bill Gould, Press Secretary: press@roberthamiltonforcongress.com 760-723-7144
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Fallbrook, California Robert J. Hamilton, el candidato democrático para el congreso en el distríto 49 de la casa de los representantes del Senado de los Estados Unidos de América, hoy anunció su posición en la crisis de desarollo energético y el impacto que hace en nuestra economía y la seguridad national. La posición de Hamilton es: Dijo Hamilton. "Desarrollar fuentes alternativas de energía, motivando conservación de la energía para obtener independencia de las importaciones con el medio oriente es una de las mas altas de mis prioridades". Además dijo Hamilton. “Por los último siete años de la administración de Bush con cerca del 100 % del soporte de mi oponente Darrel Issa, ha creado una política energética desarrollada que es buena solamente para las compañias petroleras pero no para los intereses a largo plazo para nuestra nación“. El resultado es ganancias enormes para las compañias petroleras que continúan con el beneficio de subsidios a costo de los impuestos de los ciudadanos. Una de las mas serias consecuencias políticas de la administración de Bush ha sido el debilitamiento de la economía en la cual el alto costo de la gasolina ha conducido al alto precio de alimentos y servicios, reduciendo las ganancias de los negocios y al crecimiento de la desocupación. Mientras los Americanos continúan trabajando duro, ellos se encuentran callendo cada vez mas bajo asi como los precios de la gasolina suben mas alto, como así tambien los alimentos y muchos otros productos de los cuales ellos dependen. Hamilton propone incentivos objetivos y enforzar mas estrictamente la eficiencia y rendiminto con respecto a la gasolina en los Estados Unidos. El también cree que el gobierno debiera tomar una posición mas activa para promover el desarrollo de combustibles biológicos. “ La consumición de gasolina incluye a la mitad de la demanda de petróleo de los Estados Unidos.” Dice Hamilton. “Asi, produciendo vehículos con mas alta eficiencia de combustibles de mezclas biológicas, podríamos alcanzar la reducción en la demanda de petróleo, asi como tambien ayudar a sobrevivir nuestra luchadora industria automotriz. "Una comprensiva Política Económica es la base de nuestra seguridad nacional". Nosotros no podemos soportar continuando el camino propuesto por la administración de Bush, contando con el petróleo del Medio Oriente y los préstamos de China. Debemos encontrar fuentes alternativas de energía asi como usar nuestras riquezas mas eficientemente si deseamos continuar nuestra posición competitiva en este mundo de cambios permanentes. Para información visite www.roberthamiltonforcongress.com 10 de Junio de 2008
Contacto: Bill Gould, Secretario de Prensa: press@roberthamiltonforcongress.com 760-723-7144 |
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Fallbrook, CA - Robert J. Hamilton, who ran unopposed for the Democratic nomination in the 49th Congressional District for the U.S. House of Representatives, today congratulated his fellow nominees on winning the Democratic nominations for Congress, including Nick Leibham, 50th CD, incumbent Bob Filner in the 51st CD, Mike Lumpkin, 52nd CD and incumbent Susan Davis, representing the 53rd Congressional District. “The Democratic Party in San Diego and Riverside Counties has a strong and unified slate of candidates for the general election in November, and I look forward to an equally strong and vigorous campaign to unseat my opponent Darrell Issa, who continues to demonstrate his support of the Bush administration’s failed policies in our district”, said Hamilton. For information visit www.roberthamiltonforcongress.com.Contact: Bill Gould, Press Secretary: press@roberthamiltonforcongress.com 760-723-7144 June 4, 2008 |
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Fallbrook, California- Robert J. Hamilton anunció haber conseguido hoy en su campaña politica, importantísimos respaldos políticos, en su propuesta para sacar al corriente representante Darrel Issa (R-Vista) del Districto 49 para la banca de la Casa del Congreso de los Estados Unidos de América.
Hamilton recibió el respaldo político del Partido Demócrata de California en la última convención estatal. Tambien los trabajadores se están uniendo a Hamilton con los respaldos de las uniones de los trabajadores automotrices (UAW), Region 5 de la federación de trabajadores de California, (AFL-CIO), representando mas de 2 millones de miembros atravez de California. La Fundación de Acción de Planeamiento Paternal, donde la parte política de los mismos también endorsan su campaña y soportarán enteramente su candidatura. La importancia en la carrera por el Distrito Congresal 49 es que esta resaltando por el rápido crecimiento en el soporte, por la arena política, incluyendo soportes claves como de Bob Filner (D-Chula Vista), que sirve ya en siete términos, como congresista, ademas de ser el presidente de la comisión del Congreso de los asuntos de Veteranos (D-Chula Vista), ademas John Chiang, Controlador del estado de California y oficial fiscal alto del estado de California, tambien los senadores de California Dean Florez y Leland Yee, como Francine Busby, ex-candidata congresal del districto 50. Grey Frandsen, candidato democrático por la Asamblea Estatal del distrito 66 de California, ex jefe asesor de política exterior del senador Russ Feingold y ex asistente de la secretaria de Estado de Colin Powell, quien ha respaldado fuertemente a Hamilton, diciendo "Bob es exactamente el tipo de líder que necesitamos en el Congreso para representar nuestra región. La experiencia, integridad, y visión de Bob ofrece un Nuevo acerque político...algo que necesitamos urgentemente." Hamilton es honorado especialmente por los primerisos respaldos del famoso escritor mas leído Chalmers Johnson, profesor honorario, de la Universidad de California en San Diego e internacionalmente reconocido como una autoridad política en Política externa de los Estado Unidos. Como asi tambien J. Brady Anderson, ex-embajador a Tanzanía y ex-administrador de la Agencia de Desarrollo Internacional de los Estados Unidos (USAID) Si desea más información, visite www.RobertHamiltonforCongress.com.
Contact: Bill Gould, Press Secretary: press@roberthamiltonforcongress.com 760-723-7144 27 de Mayo de 2008 |
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Fallbrook, CA- Robert J. Hamilton’s campaign announced today that he has received key endorsements in his bid to unseat incumbent Darrell Issa (R-Vista) for the California 49th Congressional District seat in the United States House of Representatives.
Hamilton received the endorsement of the California Democratic Party at the recent State Convention. Labor is uniting behind Hamilton with the endorsements of The United Auto Workers (UAW), Region 5 and the California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO, representing over 2 million members from throughout California. The Planned Parenthood Action Fund, the political arm of Planned Parenthood Federation of America, also endorsed his campaign and will fully support his candicacy. The importance of the 49th Congressional race is highlighted by rapidly growing support from the political arena, including key endorsements from seven term Congressman and Chairman of the House Committee on Veteran’s Affairs Bob Filner (D-Chula Vista), John Chiang, California State Controller, CA State Senators Dean Florez and Leland Yee, as well as Francine Busby, former Congressional candidate (California 50th District). Grey Frandsen, Democratic candidate for California’s 66th State Assembly District, former Chief Foreign Policy Advisor to Senator Russ Feingold and Former Staff Assistant to Secretary of State Colin Powell, has strongly endorsed Hamilton, saying “Bob is exactly the type of leader we need in Congress to represent our region. His experience, integrity, and vision offer a new approach to politics… something we drastically need.” Hamilton is especially honored by his early endorsements from best selling author Chalmers Johnson, Emeritus Professor, University of California at San Diego and internationally recognized authority on U. S. Foreign Policy, as well as J. Brady Anderson, former US Ambassador to Tanzania and former Administrator of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). For information visit www.RobertHamiltonforCongress.com. Contact: Bill Gould, Press Secretary: press@roberthamiltonforcongress.com 760-723-7144 May 21, 2008 |
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As the Election 2008 season heats up, the Fallbrook Democratic Club is honored to host a special forum on Thursday, May 1st. This will be an exciting opportunity to meet and question Robert Hamilton, candidate for the U.S. 49th Congressional District, and Grey Frandsen, of Temecula, the leading candidate for the California State Assembly seat for District 66.
Hamilton, an independent Democrat and Fallbrook resident, is seeking to replace incumbent Darrell Issa (R-Vista). Bob has decades of executive experience in the financial services sector during his years with American Express and the Bank of America, and has been recognized for maintaining a broad view of complex financial issues and for exercising sound business judgment. Born in Kankakee, IL on the 4th of July, he grew up in Havana, Cuba, escaping with his parents after Castro assumed power, with only $5 in their pockets. He is bilingual, fluent in Spanish, has lived in Cuba, Venezuela, Brazil, and Spain and is a Navy Vietnam War veteran. He is a member of the County and the State Central Democratic Committees, as well as the Executive Board of the State Democratic Party. He is past president of the Fallbrook Democratic Club. Grey Frandsen, a young and committed Democrat, has an impressive record of public service. He served as U.S. Senator Russell Feingold’s chief foreign policy advisor, as well as assisting both Secretaries of State Colin Powell and Condoleezza Rice as their Special Assistant/Chief of Staff of the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Reconstruction and Stabilization. He has lectured on national security-related issues at The George Washington University, American University, the National Defense University, the Air War College and the National War College. Grey graduated magna cum laude from UCLA and obtained his graduate degree in foreign policy at Johns Hopkins University. He is a business owner in Riverside and a member of the Riverside Chamber of Commerce. The meeting will be held Thursday, May 1st, 2008, at 7:00 PM, in the Fallbrook Public Utilities District (FPUD) board room, 990 East Mission Road. For information visit www.fallbrookdemocraticclub.com, or contact president@fallbrookdemocraticclub.com (760) 451-1959. |
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PARA PUBLICACIÓN INMEDIATA Robert Hamilton aspirará al escaño del Distrito 49 7 de marzo de 2008 Fallbrook, CA - Robert J. Hamilton ha anunciado hoy que aspira al escaño del Distrito 49 del Congreso en la Cámara de Representantes de Estados Unidos. Hamilton, un demócrata independiente, pretende reemplazar al actual congresista, el republicano Darrell Issa (de Vista). El objetivo de Hamilton es concentrarse en las necesidades críticas de los habitantes del distrito, fomentar una economía que ayude al desarrollo real de los negocios y los empresarios, y restaurar la imagen de Estados Unidos, dentro y fuera del país, como modelo de libertad, esperanza y nuevas oportunidades. En el nivel nacional, Hamilton ayudará a que el país recupere la responsabilidad fiscal y el respeto por la Constitución. En el plano internacional, Hamilton afirmó: “Espero ayudar a que los EE UU recobren el respeto y la admiración de la comunidad internacional respetando los valores tradicionales de nuestro país y poniendo en práctica una ciudadanía global responsable”. Hamilton ha ejercido un papel activo en la política local y fue presidente del Club Democrático de Greater Fallbrook. Es miembro tanto del Comité Democrático del Condado como del Estado, así como miembro de la Junta Directiva del Partido Demócrata del Estado. Robert Hamilton tiene una experiencia de varias décadas como ejecutivo en el sector financiero, en Bank of America y American Express. Se le elogia por su excelencia en la comunicación empresarial, por mantener una visión amplia de los complejos problemas financieros actuales y por ejercer su buen criterio en los negocios. Hamilton es bilingüe, con un español excelente, y tiene una amplia experiencia empresarial tanto en Estados Unidos como en Sudamérica, América Central y Europa. Ha vivido en Cuba, Venezuela, Brasil y España. Hamilton estudió Ciencias Políticas y se graduó en 1968 en UCLA. Veterano de la guerra de Vietnam, sirvió a bordo del Destructor de la Marina de EE UU USS Brinkley Bass (DD-887) como Oficial de Guerra Antisubmarina y como Oficial de Armas Nucleares en 1969 y 1970, entrando en acción en las aguas costeras de Vietnam. Robert Hamilton se casó con su esposa, Jenifer, en 1971. Tiene tres hijos adultos y reside en Fallbrook, California. El evento inaugural de la campaña tendrá lugar el 18 de marzo a las 16.00 en Pala Mesa Resort, en Old 395, Fallbrook, con Francine Busby como invitada especial. Si desea más información, visite www.RobertHamiltonforCongress.com. Secretario de Prensa: billg@roberthamiltonforcongress.com # # # |
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Robert Hamilton to seek California’s 49th Congressional Seat March 7, 2008 Fallbrook, CA - Robert J. Hamilton announced today that he is seeking the California 49th Congressional District seat for United States House of Representatives. Hamilton, an independent Democrat, is seeking to replace incumbent Darrell Issa (R-Vista). Hamilton’s mission is to focus on the critical needs of the people in the district, to foster an economy that genuinely supports business growth and entrepreneurship, and to bring back the image of America, at home and abroad, as a beacon of freedom, hope and opportunity. On a national level, Hamilton will help return the country to fiscal responsibility and respect for the Constitution. On an international level, Hamilton said “I hope to help the U.S. regain respect and admiration in the international community by respecting our country’s traditional values and practicing solid global citizenship.” Hamilton has been active in local politics and has served as the President of the Democratic Club of Greater Fallbrook. He is a member of the County and the State Central Democratic Committees, as well as the Executive Board of the State Democratic Party. Robert Hamilton has decades of executive experience in the financial services sector with Bank of America and American Express. He has been recognized for excellence in business communications, for maintaining a broad view of complex financial issues and for exercising sound business judgment. Hamilton is bilingual, fluent in Spanish, and has extensive business experience domestically as well as in South and Central America and Europe. He has lived in Cuba, Venezuela, Brazil, and Spain. Hamilton is a 1968 UCLA graduate with a BA in Political Science. A Vietnam War veteran, he served aboard US Naval Destroyer USS Brinkley Bass (DD-887) as an Anti-Submarine Warfare Officer and a Nuclear Weapons Officer in 1969 and 1970, with action in the Vietnamese coastal waters. Robert Hamilton and his wife Jenifer were married in 1971, have three adult children and reside in Fallbrook, California. A campaign kick-off event will be held at 4:00 PM, March 18th at the Pala Mesa Resort, on Old 395 in Fallbrook, with special guest speaker Francine Busby. For information visit www.RobertHamiltonforCongress.com. Press Secretary: billg@roberthamiltonforcongress.com # # # |