February 17, 2010

Contact: Jessica Garrison, Campaign Manager 205-568-4371

Timing, Message from King Shows Desperation, Inability to Lead

BIRMINGHAM, Ala– Republican candidate for attorney general, Luther Strange issued the following statement regarding the Attorney General’s news conference today:

“Troy King reminds me of the groundhog. He came out briefly, saw his shadow and went back in. Looks like we might have at least six more weeks of electronic bingo. Once again today, Troy King took no stand on the legality of gambling, and that’s exactly what the gambling bosses wanted him to do. Milton McGregor called and Troy King came out to do his bidding. He blamed everyone from the courts to the Governor for the confusion around the issue – confusion and a law enforcement crisis created by his actions approving these establishments and then walking away from the consequences. Mr. King’s awkward statement ignores recent clarity by the Supreme Court on the bingo issue, while his continued unwillingness to carry out his elected duties enables casino bosses to keep breaking the law. He isn’t taking over the gambling task force because he knows he can’t. This is what happens when you play politics with the attorney general’s office. Mr. King is now desperate to keep the support of his gambling friends, and he is desperate to win support from the people who oppose illegal gambling. He is trying to have it both ways on this issue and we all know it doesn’t work that way. Alabama deserves a real leader in the attorney general’s office, not someone who will continue to embarrass our state.”

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“Luther Strange follows up Sunday’s TV ad with a radio spot going up in the Wiregrass today that takes it right to incumbent Troy King. The ad begins, “Troy King has created a law enforcement crisis. King has compromised the Attorney General’s office.”

Click here to listen to the radio ad.

Source: http://www.politicalparlor.net/wp/2010/02/08/luther-strange-on-offensive-with-radio-ad/

BIRMINGHAM, Ala– Republican candidate for attorney general, Luther Strange, issued the following statement in response to recent public comments made by Troy King:

“I am deeply disturbed by what I believe are disparaging remarks from Attorney General Troy King about our state’s law enforcement officials. Mr. King accuses law enforcement professionals of, “midnight raids, with gun-toting armies” for their work on the Governor’s Task Force on Illegal Gambling. He says their work is, “a dangerous path to put us on,” in a Mobile Register interview. Is this the kind of behavior we should expect from the person responsible for enforcing the laws of our state? I would never criticize law enforcement officials for doing the very difficult job they have of enforcing the laws of our state. It’s their sworn duty, not just their civic duty, and they deserve our constant thanks. The members of the Task Force on Illegal Gambling are doing their jobs, regardless of their personal opinions. Shouldn’t we expect the same from the attorney general? What’s doubly troubling is the fact that Mr. King has refused to enforce the law, leaving the job to a special task force the governor had to create because King is either unwilling or unable to carry out his responsibilities due to a compromising relationship with gambling interests. This is the first time in memory an Alabama governor has had to create a task force to enforce the law — a job we pay the attorney general to do. We should all be disappointed in Mr. King’s vocal disrespect for Alabama’s law enforcement professionals. I admire the blind justice provided by police officers, troopers, sheriff’s deputies and court officers who put themselves on the front lines of public safety and law enforcement. Anything less than respect for these men and women is unacceptable.”

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January 25, 2010

Contact: Jessica Garrison, Campaign Manager 205-568-4371

Luther Strange Campaign Schedule, Week of January 25

BIRMINGHAM, Ala– The Luther Strange campaign for attorney general has announced the following events planned the week of January 25, 2010:

Monday, January 25 — Millbrook

5:30 pm

Speech

Elmore and Autauga County Republican Party

Millbrook Civic Center, 3168 Park Circle, Millbrook, AL 36054

Tuesday, January 26 — Foley

11:30 am

Speech

South Baldwin Republican Women

The Gift Horse Restaurant, 209 W Laurel Ave Foley, AL 36535-1918

Tuesday, January 26 — Mobile

6:00 pm

Speech

Azalea City Republican Women

Wintzell’s Oyster House 605 Dauphin St. Mobile, AL 36602

Thursday, January 28 — Opelika

6:30 pm

Visit

Republican Gubernatorial Forum

Opelika Performing Arts Center, Opelika High School, 1700 Lafayette Parkway, Opelika, AL 36801

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala — A new video released by the Luther Strange campaign for Attorney General introduces the Republican candidate’s personal background, his perspective on the role of the office and his views on protecting Alabama rights . The video can be seen by visiting the website, www.youtube.com/user/lutherstrange.

In the video, Luther and Melissa Strange discuss their personal story and how their experiences as a family have shaped Luther’s views on the role of Attorney General. Mr. Strange also shares the issues and concerns many voters express as he meets with people across our state.

The latest video, along with previous campaign video messages, can be seen by visiting www.youtube.com/user/lutherstrange.

Further biographical information about Strange can be found at the campaign website, www.LutherStrange.com.

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You can click here to link to the WAPI 1070 web site and listen to the show.

January 18, 2010

Contact: Jessica Garrison (205) 568-4371

New Luther Strange Videos Include State’s Rights, Endorsement Messages

BIRMINGHAM, Ala — Two new videos released by the Luther Strange campaign for Attorney General include the Republican candidate’s views on state’s rights as well as the fourth university SGA president to endorse Strange. Both videos can be seen by visiting the website, www.LutherStrange.com as well as the campaign’s Facebook page, www.facebook.com/LutherStrange4AG.

Strange discusses his public sentiment over recent national legislation which could impact state’s rights, in one video message.

“It gives me a chance to share my views on protecting our rights from the intrusions of the federal government,” Strange said.

The other video is an endorsement of Strange by Jacksonville State University SGA President, T. Bryant Whaley, of Roanoke.

“Thousands of college voters are standing up for Luther because he stands for the future of Alabama,” Whaley said in his video statement. “We need an attorney general who puts the law and safety above politics.”

The video by Whaley is the fourth endorsement of Strange by student government leaders across our state. SGA presidents at the University of Alabama, Auburn University and Samford University have also endorsed Strange with online video messages.

The Luther Strange campaign has linked all of these video messages to their website and to social media sites including YouTube and Facebook, where they have been widely shared by campaign supporters.

The two latest videos, along with previous video messages, can be seen by visiting the campaign website, www.LutherStrange.com, as well as the campaign’s Facebook page, www.facebook.com/LutherStrange4AG.

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January 17, 2010

Contact: Jessica Garrison, Campaign Manager 205-568-4371

Luther Strange Campaign Announces Statewide Events

BIRMINGHAM, Ala– The Luther Strange campaign for Attorney General announces the following schedule of statewide appearances and press events for the week of January 18, 2010.

Monday, January 18 at 7:00 pm, Ozark

Dale County Republican Party

Speech

Location: Quality Inn & Suites

858 US Hwy. 231 South , Ozark, AL, US, 36360

Tuesday, January 19 at 11:45 am, Huntsville

Speech

Twickenham Republican Women Meeting

Location: Holiday Inn -Downtown Huntsville.

401 Williams Avenue, Huntsville, AL 35801

Wednesday, January 20 at 8:00 am, Baldwin County

Meeting with Baldwin County Law Enforcement

Thursday, January 21 at 8:00 – 9:00 am, Birmingham

Matt Murphy Radio Program

Radio appearance

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