Campaign News

Testimonials from Republicans who are supporting Chris Carney's re-election

The welfare of our country must be a greater priority than party affiliation

"There are real problems out there which we're facing: high gas prices, skyrocketing heating bills, home mortgage costs, and the extraordinary price of the continued prosecution of the Iraq war. These are not problems that can be solved by right-wing ideology. They need practical solutions based on intelligent assessments of each individual case.

Pays off multiple tax bills only after campaign for Congress begins

Clarks Summit, PA—Chris Hackett violates his own declaration of principles when it comes to paying his own taxes. The Scranton Times Tribune reported that Hackett owed nearly $17,000 in back taxes, and he waited to pay the bulk of the overdue taxes until after he secured his party’s nomination.

Clarks Summit, PA—Chris Carney strongly rebuked Chris Hackett's misleading statements about Social Security, which were designed to scare seniors into following his plan to privatize the system.

Carney Seeks Re-election in Pennsylvania’s 10th Congressional District

WASHINGTON— The Council of Prison Locals (CPL) of the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) today announced its support of U.S. Rep. Chris Carney’s (D-Pa.) bid for re-election in Pennsylvania’s 10th Congressional District.

“Chris Carney’s record in Congress sets him apart from his opponent. Carney has been a friend of labor and a friend for all working families, especially federal correctional officers in Pennsylvania,” said Bryan Lowry, CPL president.

Williamsport, PA—Congressman Christopher P. Carney is joining with Antioch Baptist Church to host the Truth Memorial Day Youth Basketball Tournament. The tournament begins on Friday, May 30th and continues to Saturday, May 31st. Congressman Carney will speak on Saturday, May 31st at 11:45, immediately following the 11AM tournament game.

"Chris Carney fights for our family farmers. Chris Hackett opposes them--these aren't Pennsylvania values"

Clarks Summit, PA—This week, Chris Carney fought for local farmers and passed the widely supported bipartisan Farm Bill, which passed in the U.S. House of Representatives with a vote of 318-106 and passed in the U.S. Senate by a vote of 81-15.

"I have watched this primary process very closely--and as I said I would do, I have weighed the temperament and leadership displayed by Senators Clinton and Obama during the course of this campaign. We are extremely fortunate to have two very strong candidates vying to lead our nation. Pennsylvania's 10th District overwhelmingly chose Senator Clinton in the Pennsylvania primary and I will respect their decision. On Wednesday, I had the opportunity to meet with Senator Clinton, and let her know Thursday that I am supporting her," said Congressman Carney.

Today, indicted former House Majority Leader Tom Delay comes to Pennsylvania's 10th congressional district in an effort to shore up support for his new cause—Coalition for a Conservative Majority. Like the Club for Growth, the Coalition for a Conservative Majority seeks to raise money for candidates—like Chris Hackett—and run negative and misleading ads in our district.

70,000 votes for Carney compared to 64,000 in the competitive GOP Primary

Clarks Summit, PA—Results from Tuesday's primary show an overwhelming support for Chris Carney, who received over 70,000 votes. By contrast, the GOP Primary generated 64,000 votes, far lower than Carney's total.

Clarks Summit, PA—Congressman Chris Carney is airing a new ad to urge Pennsylvanians to vote in Tuesday's primary. His new TV ad, "Vote", will be running this weekend on broadcast and district-wide cable. The TV compliments Carney's radio ad of the same name.