Mike Rogers For Congress

Sabato Says Rogers Seat "Safe Republican"
Respected Political Scientist, Larry Sabato of the University of Virginia, announced on February 25th that Mike Rogers has improved his prospects for re-election. Sabato now labels the seat as “safe Republican,” his most optimistic designation, another sign that voters are fed up with the direction of the Nation and are laying blame at the feet of liberal policies being pushed by Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid. You can read the story at http://www.centerforpolitics.org/crystalball

“In spite of this encouraging news, I am not taking anything for granted. The people of East Alabama are hurting and our campaign is going to travel every corner of this district over the next several months to make sure that our message of lower taxes and sound economic policy is heard by voters,” said Rogers.

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Mike Rogers Announces for Re-Election
Anniston, AL—Third District Congressman Mike Rogers (R-Saks) kicked off his bid for a fifth term today, before a large crowd of Democrats and Republicans that agreed Washington's Big Government, Big Tax and Spend, and nationalized healthcare agenda is taking our nation in the wrong direction.

“I want to thank the citizens of East Alabama for the privilege of representing them. If re-elected I will continue to work for your interests, as a strong conservative that will help stop the troubling Big Government agenda that national Democrats are pushing in our Nation's Capitol.”

“The people of the Third Congressional District deserve an honest and hard working representative that will fight against the tax and spend policies of Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Majority Leader Harry Reid. I have worked tirelessly to advance our conservative Alabama values, and hope I have made you proud,” he added. “Thank you for the honor of allowing me to fight for the interests of hard working Alabamians during one of the most economic challenging times in our nation's history.”

Rogers was introduced this morning by noted East Alabama Democrat Gerald Willis, who was among the many major endorsements Rogers received in his first campaign. Rogers thanked Willis and the entire audience for turning out and said he looked forward to continuing to talk with the voters about the issues that matter.

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Rogers Wins Debate On Economy, Jobs And Leadership
Rogers Says Times Are Tough

Anniston, AL: Today, in the first debate between Congressman Mike Rogers and his young opponent, Joshua Segall, Mike Rogers won on each question with a clear and decisive understanding of not only the issues, but proven leadership for our district, our state and our nation. On issues ranging from jobs and the economy, farming and agriculture to proven leadership and healthcare, Mike Rogers showed superior understanding of the needs of the voters and their struggles each and every day for better paying jobs and lower taxes. >>more

National Right to Life Endorses Rogers
Rogers’ Strong Pro-Life Record Earns Yet Another Major Endorsement

Anniston, AL—The National Right to Life Committee (NRL), one of the nation’s leading defenders of the unborn, has announced their endorsement of U.S. Representative Mike Rogers’ bid for reelection to the U.S. House of Representatives.

NRL commended Congressman Rogers for his 100% pro-life voting record during the 110th Congress. “Mike Rogers has a strong pro-life record that has earned him the support of all voters in the 3rd Congressional District that are concerned with the right to life and the protection of the most vulnerable members of the human family,” said Dr. David O’Steen, NRL Executive Director. >>more

Rogers Receives U.S. Chamber Endorsement
Calls Rogers a Champion for the People of East Alabama

Anniston, AL— The U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement today of Congressman Mike Rogers’ re-election, giving Rogers three major endorsements in the past three weeks.

Bill Miller, the U.S. Chamber’s senior vice president and political director, praised Rogers’ strong support for Alabama businesses, both large and small.

"Mike Rogers is a champion for the people of east Alabama and an invaluable leader on important business issues," said Miller. "The Chamber believes Representative Rogers will continue to be an effective legislator and supporter of businesses of every size if re-elected.">>more

Mike Rogers was at Scott Bridge Company in Opelika, Alabama today where he picked up the endorsement of the NFIB, Alabama’s largest small-business advocacy group, with over 12,000 members statewide.

Rogers campaign manager Tripp Skipper says, “like most Alabamians, small business owners are struggling with the rising cost of fuel and the skyrocketing cost of healthcare. NFIB recognizes that Mike Rogers is the only candidate in this race that has the experience to address the challenges facing small business owners across Alabama.”

Alabama Farmers Federation Endorses Rogers’ Re-Election Bid
Jerry Newby calls Mike Rogers “a tireless advocate for Alabama Farmers.”

Anniston, AL—Agriculture Committee member Congressman Mike Rogers announced today the Alabama Farmers Federation political action committee has endorsed his bid for reelection.

“This year's passage of the Farm Bill was a critically important accomplishment for East Alabama’s farmers. I am proud to have worked with Democrats and Republicans alike to help secure its passage,” said Rogers. “I am deeply humbled to receive the Alabama Farmers Federation’s endorsement for my work on behalf of our farmers.”

“I have been honored to work closely with Alabama’s farmers through my Third District Agricultural Advisory Committee. It’s been a very hard couple of years for our agriculture economy, and I have worked hard to support our farmers.”

“Earning the Farmers Federation support for my campaign is a key endorsement for our efforts. I am counting on their powerful grassroots support in every county to help me get through another tough reelection fight,” Rogers added.

Alabama Farmers Federation President, Jerry Newby said, “Congressman Mike Rogers is a tireless advocate for Alabama’s farmers. He’s a hard working representative who has personal relationships with our members, and is someone we count on to make sure Alabama’s agriculture interests are heard in Washington. He has earned the respect of our members and we look forward to working with him during his next term in Congress.”

“The Alabama Farmers Federation is proud to endorse his bid for re-election. Our organization and its statewide grassroots network are committed to working hard to keep Mike Rogers working for us in Congress,” Newby concluded.

Anniston Star article* describes Rogers on energy “the very profile of pragmatism” as his campaign banks another $250,000+

Anniston, AL—Third District Congressman Mike Rogers will report a war chest of just over $1.119 million at the end of the second quarter, his campaign manager said today.

The news comes on the heels of comments last week by non-partisan political expert Stuart Rothenberg, who said in his July 8, 2008 column in Roll Call that districts across the nation like Alabama’s Third Congressional District are actually like many other safe Republican seats – races in which there is a lot of chatter but very little hope of success for challengers.

Rothenberg concludes that while the national political climate may “allow Democratic Congressional candidates to improve their showings in many districts…that is not, however, the same thing as saying that Democratic challengers will now win many districts that have been reliably Republican in the past. They won’t.”

Rogers manager Tripp Skipper said Rothenberg’s analysis sends a chilling message to the Democratic Party, which has tried cycle after cycle without success to unseat the popular and well-organized candidate Mike Rogers.

Since his first race for Congress in 2002, Rogers has not only proven to be a prolific fundraiser but has also kept full time campaign staff and spent countless hours traveling the district to hear his constituents’ concerns, he explained.

Skipper said, “Mike Rogers has arguably one of the strongest and most well-organized grassroots campaigns in the state, and that combined with his strong fundraising is where we want to be going into the Fall. People know Mike Rogers, and they know that he travels each week to Washington to fight for common sense solutions to the important challenges of our times, like high gas prices.”

Skipper said Rogers had another strong fundraising quarter, banking just over $250,000 from April to June.

Montgomery, Al. (WSFA) -- As the nation paused on Memorial Day, Alabamians
followed suit. Many bowed their heads in prayer for the military men and
women who lost their lives.

In Prattville, residents gathered at the Autauga County Courthouse. Many in
attendance had just gotten back from the area's first Honor Flight.

"I just wanted to go down there and see some of my friends--some of my
Veterans--and enjoy the memorial that they have for us and all veterans,"
said Jim Gardner, a World War II veteran.

In Montgomery, Congressman Mike Rogers laid a wreath at the city's V.A.
hospital, while the Capital Sounds Concert Band played military tunes for
veterans and their families.

"When we think about the enormous sacrifices that so many families in this
country have made over the course of our history, you can't help but be
humbled," Rogers explained.

It wasn't just the older generations that said, 'thank you' during this
year's holiday.

February 1, 2008
Rogers Kicks Off Bid for Re-Election
Says East Alabama’s future is bright Full article

Anniston, AL--Third District Congressman Mike Rogers (R-Saks) kicked off his bid for a fourth term today, saying he believes East Alabama’s brightest days are ahead and thanking citizens for the privilege of working for their interests in Congress.

“East Alabama has seen extraordinary change over the past several years, and it has been an incredible honor to be able to work on your behalf,” Rogers said.

“The people of the Third District deserve an honest and hard working representative in Congress. I have worked tirelessly to be that person, and hope I have made you proud,” he added. “Thank you for the honor of standing up for your interests during a time of immense challenge for our nation.” Full article

January 31 , 2008
Rogers Reports $950,000+ Cash on Hand
Raises over $208,000 in fourth quarter Full article

Anniston, AL—Third District Congressman Mike Rogers (R-Saks) said today his campaign will start the 2008 election year with over $950,000 cash on hand, a significant financial advantage Rogers says will help him run another strong re-election campaign.

Rogers said his already strong cash advantage was strengthened by raising over $208,000 in the last three months of 2007. Full article