John Bolton Endorses Three NY GOP Primary Winners, & Rep. Pete King, Rep. Chris Collins, & Rep. Chris Gibson For The U.S. House

WASHINGTON, Sept. 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Ambassador John Bolton endorses three challengers and three incumbents in New York with his support of U.S. House Rep. Pete King (NY-2), Rep. Chris Collins (NY-27), Rep. Chris Gibson (NY-19), along with state Sen. Lee Zeldin (NY-1), Elise Stefanik (NY-21), and former Rep. Nan Hayworth (NY-18). Additionally, the John Bolton PAC makes a contribution to each campaign.  

"New York is a critical state within which the GOP must continue to have a proactive presence and influence," Bolton said. "New York will continue to serve as an epicenter for some of the country's top foreign direct investment, agricultural production and energy needs in the years ahead."

Statements on each candidate:

Bolton on Zeldin: "Lee is an accomplished public servant and an American hero. Having stood on the front lines in Iraq with the 82^nd Airborne Division in 2006, Lee carries a strong sense of self-sacrifice and courageous leadership. I'm proud to support a man of the utmost integrity who understands the value of an innovative and protected New York."

Bolton on Stefanik: "A strategic thinker with a mature grasp of the nature of important decision making, Elise is a promising rising star. She is a champion for small business growth in upstate New York and has a prudent sense for policies that will facilitate further job creation and fiscal responsibility among lawmakers on behalf of the New York taxpayer. A fine leader with national security policy experience, Elise will enhance the standards for accountable and smart representation in Washington."

Bolton on Hayworth: "Nan is a persistent and committed leader. Having achieved a great track record supporting policies conducive towards sustainable growth, Nan's previous tenure serving in the House of Representatives helped to underscore the importance of maintaining a robust economy that can underpin an active and focused U.S. diplomacy abroad."

Bolton on King: "A courageous and clear-eyed leader who serves as one of New York's best advocates for a secure and prosperous future. Pete has worked tirelessly to combat crime on Long Island and to improve the accessibility and preparedness of brave New Yorkers that work in the defense of their communities. He's a reliable leader of great character."

Bolton on Gibson: "A 24-year veteran of the U.S. Army who served in Kosovo and Iraq, Chris has earned numerous military decorations including four Bronze Stars and a Purple Heart. A member of the House Committee on Armed Services, Chris is a leader amongst his colleagues and a forward thinker on national security policy."

Bolton on Collins: "Chris is a self-made man who believes in a prosperous America built through hard work rather than by government regulations and taxes. He is a strong advocate of proactive homeland security policies, and an ardent supporter of entrepreneurism as a source for supporting innovation for New York across the state."

Bolton is committed to supporting candidates for elected office who believe in protecting American freedoms by securing U.S. interests in a challenging world. The John Bolton PAC and the John Bolton Super PAC have raised more than $6 million to date, with nearly $3 million cash on hand.

Ambassador Bolton's PAC has endorsed or made contributions to 41 candidates, including U.S. Senate candidates Rep. Steve Daines (MT), Rep. Cory Gardner (CO), Sen. Pat Roberts (KS), Rep. James Lankford (OK), Dan Sullivan (AK), David Perdue (GA), Rep. Bill Cassidy (LA), former Sen. Scott Brown (NH), Thom Tillis (NC), Ed Gillespie (VA), Rep. Tom Cotton (AR), Joni Ernst (IA), Terri Lynn Land (MI), and Leader Mitch McConnell (KY); along with U.S. House of Representatives candidates Steve Russell (OK-5), Rep. Jim Bridenstine (OK-1), Ryan Zinke (MT), Mike Coffman (CO-6), former Rep. Frank Guinta (NH-1), Marilinda Garcia (NH-4), Bruce Blakeman (NY-4), Rep. French Hill (AR-2), Rep. Mike Pompeo (KS-4), Bruce Westerman (AR-4), Rep. Ron DeSantis (FL-6), Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart (FL-25), Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (FL-27), Carlos Curbelo (FL-26), Will Hurd (TX-23), Martha McSally (AZ-2), Barbara Comstock (VA-10), Rep. Adam Kinzinger (IL-16), and former Rep. Robert Dold (IL-10).

About John Bolton PAC (www.boltonpac.com): The John Bolton PAC was founded by former U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. John R. Bolton to raise the importance of American national security in federal elections. The PAC will support and contribute to candidates who are committed to restoring strong American economic and national security policies that secure America's interests in a challenging world. 

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