Phyllis Woods, NH RNC CommitteeWoman, is endorsing Saul Anuzis for RNC Chair - Granite Grok

Phyllis Woods, NH RNC CommitteeWoman, is endorsing Saul Anuzis for RNC Chair

To my New Hampshire GOP Friends,
 
Although my letter to the members of the RNC, a copy of which is below, did not mention this issue, I want to assure you that as a precondition of my even considering the qualifications of a candidate, I needed to have their assurance that they were supportive of our first in the nation primary status.  That is part of the trust the State Committee members placed in me when I was elected to represent you on the RNC.
 
Saul Anuzis has told me that he is strongly in favor of New Hampshire retaining our primary status and has given us his word that if he is elected Chairman that he will put a member from New Hampshire on the Temporary Delegate Selection Committee so we will have a continued voice in whatever plan is presented to the RNC as a whole next year. This is in addition to the "carve out" for New Hampshire and Iowa that has already been placed in the rules.  He has also confirmed his support in writing to me, Gov. Sununu, and Sean Mahoney as well.  If Saul says he’s with us on this issue I take him at his word as a person of character.
 
Phyllis
 
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Dear Fellow RNC Members,

Fully realizing the importance of our choice for an RNC Chairman, I have approached the task of selecting the candidate who I will support as most of you have – with much serious study, analysis, and deliberation. As a relatively new member, I have been extremely impressed and heartened by the talent and quality of all the candidates who are running for this office. We are fortunate to have so many fine individuals who are willing to “step up to the plate” and we owe them all our thanks and gratitude for what they have brought to the process.

However, after speaking with them all and reading their plans, and after giving thoughtful consideration to each person running, it is with the utmost confidence that I am enthusiastically endorsing Saul Anuzis for RNC Chairman.

I believe Saul Anuzis stands out as the kind of “boots on the ground”, easily accessible, and responsive leader we need to get our party back on track. His ideology is most closely aligned with my own on core Republican values and social issues, and like me, he’s an indefatigable optimist. He has the unique ability to bring our social and economic conservatives together. As a movement conservative and someone who has long been an activist in conservative causes, he has the credibility and relationships to bridge the gap as we work to regain our majority by appealing to Reagan Democrats and independents alike. As someone said, Saul is a “full spectrum conservative.”

His Blueprint lays out a vision and provides specific steps in an ‘action plan’ in each area to make that vision a reality. His plan is the most comprehensive, detailed, and achievable that has been presented. It also provides an opportunity for all for participation and ownership in the party. He is open to, asks for, and encourages input from others. As a grassroots activist he practices what he preaches and leads by example with his work ethic and optimistic “can do” attitude. He has limitless energy, tireless dedication, tactical and strategic expertise, and exceptional communication and fundraising skills. These are all qualities that make him exceptionally well-suited to assume the role of RNC Chair.

Saul has pledged to work to preserve our conservative values and believes they can be a winning strategy. We don’t need to ‘moderate’ our message – we need to ‘modernize’ it and present it in a fresh new light. Never timid, and always candid, Saul had the courage to say that we were trounced in two straight elections, not because of ideology, but because of hypocrisy. He realizes our first and toughest challenge is to reclaim the trust of the American people. We have to start “walking the walk” and putting our words into actions. We must also have candidates who will talk about the issues on which they have credibility and who will hold firm once elected.

Saul believes that to be successful, Republicans must present bold, conservative ideas that deliver on a promise of less government, more freedom and strong national defense. He knows we must present a vision of hope and opportunity for all and convince people that we are the party of innovative ideas that has better solutions to problems. We must talk about education, health care and the environment, as much as we talk about taxes and national security in a way that grabs the interests and meets the needs of ordinary people.

His experience qualifies him as the most tech savvy candidate which is a vital prerequisite in the quest to win the support of young voters, expand our voter base, and redouble our fundraising efforts. The depth and breath of his knowledge and expertise in the communication field will be an indispensable tool in our arsenal as we head into battle to win the “technology war” with the Democrats. He understands the need and the transforming power of technology and networks, and is the best equipped to lead the GOP out of the darkness and into being the leading party of the new IT age.

His optimism inspires hope, and his energy and enthusiasm are infectious. Having persevered and stayed the course in Michigan under the most difficult of situations, Saul has shown that he sees challenges as opportunities and will never abandon his optimistic attitude no matter how rough it gets. When the national campaign pulled out of Michigan, Saul persevered and led the fight to find emergency resources to keep Victory programs functioning throughout the state. Newt Gingrich has described Saul as the greatest State Chairman in the Republican Party and called him a person of courage, hard work, and determination.  Coming from a state that has to fight for every vote in every election, he’s ‘battle tested’ and that’s what we need now.  This is the kind of ‘hands on’ dynamic leader who will lead us in the fight to reclaim the “heart and soul” of the Republican Party.

As a fiscal, social, and foreign policy conservative, Saul embodies the perfect combination of skills as a fundraiser, recruiter, spokesperson, and organizer. We need someone with his vision, resolve, and determination to work on renewing and restructuring the Republican Party. He is an inspirational leader and encourager and he is about as young as you can be and still claim the experience, history, and savvy to undertake this enormous responsibility. Saul Anuzis is like a ‘SPA’ for the ailing RNC; he has the right combination of Skills, Personality, and Attitude that is needed to refresh, revitalize, and bring new energy to our party.

Saul is a straight shooter. When questioned, he is unequivocal. He gives direct, logical, and precise answers and gets right to the heart of the issue. He has earned my trust. In these times it is imperative that we have a leader of uncompromising character and unquestionable integrity. SauI embodies these qualities. I ask you to consider joining me in putting your confidence in Saul Anuzis as the candidate who has the plan, the experience, the ability, and the character to best lead the “Comeback” of our party.

Phyllis Woods
National Committeewoman for New Hampshire

 

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