Congresswoman Michele Bachmann Endorses Brian Davis for Congress

Bachmann: Minnesota needs Davis' expertise in Congress

For Immediate Release
Contact: Brad Biers

651.261.5421

April 23, 2008

ROCHESTER, MN - Today, Minnesota Congresswoman Michele Bachmann endorsed Brian Davis to represent the state's First Congressional District.

"Brian Davis has the experience, leadership, and values that are right for Minnesota's First District. With concerns about access to affordable healthcare front and center for Minnesota families, Brian Davis' lifelong commitment to healthcare and experience as a doctor will be a great asset here in Congress. I look forward to the opportunity to serve the people of Minnesota with him."

"It's an honor to receive the support of Congresswoman Bachmann," Davis said of Bachmann. "She is a dynamic leader for Minnesota and for our conservative causes. I value her leadership and advice, her principles and energy. I look forward to serving with her in the 111th Congress."

Davis is a physician in Rochester who specializes in the radiation treatment of cancer. With his wife, Lori, an emergency medicine physician, they have four children and live in Rochester.

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Former First District Candidate Mark Meyer Endorses Brian Davis for Congress

For Immediate Release
April 21, 2008
Contact: Brad Biers
651.261.2182

(Lake Crystal, MN) - Today, former Congressional candidate and Lake Crystal Welcome Memorial School Board Chairman, Mark Meyer, endorsed Brian Davis for Congress. Meyer, who was one of the four initial candidates in the race for the Republican endorsement, dropped out of the race last December. Brian Davis won the Republican endorsement at the First District Convention on March 29 by winning 61% of the votes on the first ballot.

Meyer, a farmer, attorney and employee benefits consultant, stated, "During this past year I was able to get to know the other three Republican candidates well, up close and personal. Throughout the campaign, all of the Republican candidates stated that we were committed to the endorsement process, would abide by it, and would unite to defeat the incumbent, Tim Walz. As the campaign progressed, Brian's motivation, work ethic and determination to represent our Party in the November election became evident, and he built a powerful message and campaign that resulted in his endorsement. Brian has proven himself as the strongest candidate to win the election this fall against incumbent Congressman Walz and represent the First District in Washington. His background and experience in the health care and energy fields makes him exceptionally qualified to represent us in Congress. He is something special!"

Meyer continued, "I enthusiastically endorse Brian Davis for the United States Congress and I will do everything I can to help him defeat the incumbent this November. Now is the time for all First District Republicans to work to elect Brian as our next Congressman."

"I am very pleased that Mark has given me his support in this race. His advice, support and energy will definitely make a difference in the coming months all the way to November" said Davis in response to the endorsement.

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From the Star Tribune

By Chao Xiong 4/22/08

From 'Madam Speaker Listens to Vets'

Excerpt

Mayo Clinic cancer doctor Brian Davis won the Republican endorsement to challenge Walz.

Davis issued a statement criticizing Pelosi for voting against a resolution that would have required universities to allow Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) instruction and military recruiters on campus or risk losing federal funding.

Davis: Speaker Pelosi and Congressman Walz should deny funding for universities that restrict ROTC programs

Davis notes that Pelosi's voting record has been consistently against the military and the ROTC

For Immediate Release
April 21, 2008
Contact: Brad Biers
651.261.2182

(Rochester, MN) - Today, Brian Davis, the endorsed Republican candidate for the First District of Minnesota, called upon House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and First District freshman Congressman Tim Walz to move forward with legislation that would remove the authority that universities exercise in banning Reserve Officers' Training Corp (ROTC) instruction from their campuses. Universities that fail to comply with the proposed ban would be denied all federal research funding and student financial aid. Speaker Pelosi is scheduled to meet Congressman Walz today at a veterans hospital in Minneapolis.

"In 1996, Congress passed the Solomon amendment which requires universities to allow ROTC and military recruiters on campus or risk losing federal funding. As recently as 2005, Speaker Pelosi was among only 20% of Congress to vote against a similar house resolution granting military recruiters equal access to institutions of higher education. When I was a graduate student, I was appalled to learn that ROTC students from a nearby campus had to meet, drill and receive instruction at our university because their school didn't allow a ROTC program even though they were well-funded in every other respect. I thought this was absolutely outrageous, and I still do," said Davis.

Davis continued, "Speaker Pelosi and Congressman Walz are meeting with First District veterans today. If they really want to help the military, Pelosi and Walz should ensure our military receives the respect it deserves on our college campuses. Any university that forbids ROTC instruction on campus should lose all federal funding, plain and simple. This will be one of the first bills I introduce in Congress."

Brad Biers, campaign manager and a National Guard veteran, remarked, "Tim Walz continues to cozy up to the anti-military leftists in Congress. This just doesn't sit well with the overwhelming majority of people in southern Minnesota who respect and honor our military."


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Davis: DFL and Walz Putting Politics Ahead of our Troops

Davis Calls for Eventual Referendum in Iraq


For Immediate Release
April 16, 2008
Contact: Brad Biers
651.261.2182

(Rochester, MN) - The Minnesota Democratic-Farm-Labor (DFL) released a statement on April 10, presumably with the approval of Congressman Walz, criticizing President Bush for taking the recommendation of General David Petraeus to temporarily halt troop withdrawals in July after the 'surge' troops have been withdrawn. The statement also leveled criticism at Brian Davis, the endorsed Republican Party candidate for the congressional seat held by Walz, for some of his views on this topic."General Petraeus asked the President to give him some time to analyze the situation in July to determine the best way to proceed in light of the safety of U.S. troops and stability in Iraq. What the DFL-Walz release seems to convey is that they would disregard the request of General Petraeus and ignore the safety of our troops on the ground. This is irresponsible and puts politics ahead of our men and women in uniform," said Davis.

"The surge has Al Qaeda on the run, there's consensus on that issue. The DFL-Walz position seems to be that we should let terrorists regain their strategic position in Iraq and squander all that our military has sacrificed so much to gain" added Davis.

As part of a longer-term solution, Davis has called for an eventual popular referendum in Iraq which poses the question whether the citizens of Iraq want the United States military to remain in their country. Some Americans have called the United States presence an 'illegal occupation'. Davis disagrees with this view and believes that a referendum would establish if the presence of the United States military is welcomed, not just by the government, but by the Iraqi people as well. A 'thumbs up' vote would provide further legitimacy for our presence there.

Davis stated, "Many doubted that elections could be held in Iraq in the past. They were clearly wrong. The people of Iraq should hold another election which will help us determine a productive long-term relationship with their country. If Iraqis want American troops to leave, then we should begin redeploying outside of Iraq in a way that is safe for our troops.

On the other hand, if Iraqis wish our military to stay and assist them in further stabilizing their country, then we should also discuss sharing the basing costs by implementing agreements similar to the ones we have with other countries where American military presence is considered mutually beneficial."
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Represenative Steve Drazkowski Endorses Brian Davis for Congress

TO: House District #28B Media and First District Republicans
FROM: Representative Steve Drazkowski
DATE: 04/16/08
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Rep. Steve Drazkowski
14369 654th Street
Wabasha, MN 55981
651-564-0638

REPRESENTATIVE STEVE DRAZKOWSKI ENDORSES BRIAN DAVIS FOR CONGRESS

Following the First District Republican endorsement of Dr. Brian Davis for U.S. Congress, Representative Steve Drazkowski enthusiastically gave his support to Davis. "Brian is a perfect fit for the U.S. House of Representatives. His experience and education have prepared Brian to tackle the challenges facing America and those important to the First District of Minnesota. Brian's engineering background and work experience in the electric power industry make him well-suited to provide solutions to our energy crisis and to represent the burgeoning energy industry in our District."

Representative Drazkowski continued, "Brian's experience as a physician specialized in radiation oncology gives him the perspectives in healthcare to offer meaningful answers to the many problems we face in this area. We need his background from the private-sector in health care and his principled views on the value of a market-driven economy in Washington. It is clear that Brian recognizes the successes and limitations of our healthcare system from a practical perspective. More perspectives like his are needed in Washington."

Drazkowski also commented on his friendship with Dr. Davis stating, "I have enjoyed getting to know Brian and his family over the past year. He and I share the same commitment to limited government, rural values, and dedicated service to the people of Minnesota."

"I have great respect for Representative Drazkowski," said Davis in response to the endorsement. "Steve is a hard-working, determined and principled leader in our District. I'm honored to have his endorsement in this Congressional race and to work with his many supporters. "

Representative Steve Drazkowski can be reached at 888-683-3436 or rep.steve.drazkowski@house.mn.

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Davis: DFL and Walz Putting Politics Ahead of our Troops

For Immediate Release
April 16, 2008

(Rochester, MN) - The Minnesota Democratic-Farm-Labor (DFL) released a statement on April 10, presumably with the approval of Congressman Walz, criticizing President Bush for taking the recommendation of General David Petraeus to temporarily halt troop withdrawals in July after the 'surge' troops have been withdrawn. The statement also leveled criticism at Brian Davis, the endorsed Republican Party candidate for the congressional seat held by Walz, for some of his views on this topic."General Petraeus asked the President to give him some time to analyze the situation in July to determine the best way to proceed in light of the safety of U.S. troops and stability in Iraq. What the DFL-Walz release seems to convey is that they would disregard the request of General Petraeus and ignore the safety of our troops on the ground. This is irresponsible and puts politics ahead of our men and women in uniform," said Davis.

"The surge has Al Qaeda on the run, there's consensus on that issue. The DFL-Walz position seems to be that we should let terrorists regain their strategic position in Iraq and squander all that our military has sacrificed so much to gain" added Davis.

As part of a longer-term solution, Davis has called for an eventual popular referendum in Iraq which poses the question whether the citizens of Iraq want the United States military to remain in their country. Some Americans have called the United States presence an 'illegal occupation'. Davis disagrees with this view and believes that a referendum would establish if the presence of the United States military is welcomed, not just by the government, but by the Iraqi people as well. A 'thumbs up' vote would provide further legitimacy for our presence there.

Davis stated, "Many doubted that elections could be held in Iraq in the past. They were clearly wrong. The people of Iraq should hold another election which will help us determine a productive long-term relationship with their country. If Iraqis want American troops to leave, then we should begin redeploying outside of Iraq in a way that is safe for our troops.

On the other hand, if Iraqis wish our military to stay and assist them in further stabilizing their country, then we should also discuss sharing the basing costs by implementing agreements similar to the ones we have with other countries where American military presence is considered mutually beneficial."
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