Ron Paul: Alaskans' Choice for a Stronger America

ANCHORAGE, Alaska--(Business Wire)--
Republican presidential candidate Ron Paul, the only Republican
White House contender with an active state campaign and offices in
Alaska, enjoys the greatest support from active and former military
personnel of all presidential candidates, according to newly-released
FEC reports.

The news is particularly significant for Alaska, which is home to
four active military bases. Ron Paul is the highest-polling Republican
presidential candidate in the state.

The ten-term Texas congressman has received many endorsements from
Alaska military veterans, and is the only Republican presidential
candidate to have a coalition of veterans, Alaska Veterans for Paul,
backing him in the state. He draws supporters from all branches of
military service, including Purple Heart recipients, Humanitarian
Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, and Air Force and Navy
Achievement Medal winners, and hosts of other decorated veterans.

"Congressman Ron Paul is clearly Alaskans' choice for a stronger
America," said Paul Alaska state political director Craig Bergman,
himself a veteran. "Dr. Paul supports Alaska's troops, and they
overwhelmingly support him for President of the United States."

Added Alaska Navy and Army Veteran for Paul Aaron Gorham, "God
bless Mr. Paul and his family for what they are trying to do for this
nation that I love!"

Congressman Ron Paul served his country in the Air Force and Air
National Guard. He is also a founding member of the Vietnam Veterans
of America chapter in Hallettsville, Texas. Regarding his military
service,

Former President Ronald Reagan said, "Ron Paul is one of the
outstanding leaders fighting for a stronger national defense. As a
former Air Force officer, he knows well the needs of our armed forces,
and he always puts them first. We need to keep him fighting for this
country!"

The Alaska Republican caucus will take place this Tuesday,
February 5.

Ron Paul 2008 Presidential Campaign Committee
Jesse Benton, 703-248-9115

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