ENDORSEMENT

Today, Erik Aadland, CD7 Republican candidate for Congress, announces a formal endorsement from Minority Leader of the United States House of Representatives Kevin McCarthy.

Congressman Kevin McCarthy serves California’s 23rd district and is currently the Republican Leader in the U.S. House of Representatives. McCarthy was first elected to Congress in 2006. In Washington, McCarthy fights every day for the constituents of California’s 23rd District and for the future of America with the simple promise: to have the courage to lead with the wisdom to listen.

At the age of 21, McCarthy started his own small business, Kevin O’s Deli, from the ground up. As he worked hard, hired employees, and enjoyed success in his community, he soon learned—as all small business owners do—that the margins are thin, the hours are long, and that often Sacramento and Washington are obstacles, not aids, to success. The redundant and frivolous rules along with tedious paperwork and overburdening taxes compelled McCarthy to enter public service.

After he was elected to Congress in 2006, McCarthy quickly became Chief Deputy Whip and later served as Majority Whip. In 2014, he was elected Republican Leader in the House, where he now leads Congress in fighting for individual liberty, an efficient and effective government, free markets, and a vibrant civil society.

Since McCarthy was elected to Congress, he and his Republican colleagues have blocked the largest tax increase in American history, cut out-of-control government spending, passed bills to create jobs, promoted North American energy independence, and fought to free Americans from the meddlesome influence of Washington in health care and beyond. 

In a statement sent to Erik Aadland’s campaign, McCarthy said:

“Americans deserve safe communities and opportunities to prosper. Erik Aadland understands how to resolve the crises keeping us from that prosperity. That is why I am pleased to endorse him in his bid to become my next colleague from Colorado’s 7th district. As we face out-of-control inflation and crime, it is more critical than ever to elect responsible leaders to represent us in Washington. Erik is that kind of leader, proven in both his military and civilian careers. He will come to Congress ready to provide solutions. I look forward to working with him.”

“I am greatly honored to receive Congressman McCarthy’s endorsement. He has been a reliable voice of reason and an excellent example of legislative leadership for many years. I am enthusiastic about partnering with him to end the economic and public safety problems we face due to failed policies from the radical Left in Washington.“