NEWS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
November 12th, 2013
San Diego, CA – Kirk Jorgensen, Republican candidate to represent California’s 52nd congressional district, released the following statement in response to the endorsement decision by the Republican Party of San Diego County Central Committee:
“I am obviously disappointed, but not at all surprised, by the committee’s decision to endorse my Republican opponent. It’s public knowledge that the Republican Party of San Diego County backed Carl DeMaio in his failed mayoral bid. And, it’s common knowledge in our community that a group of prominent insiders promised to back Carl if he stayed in the race for California’s 52nd, rather than making another attempt for mayor. The central committee’s decision is a mistake and proves once again that political insiders and our party leadership are out of touch with the voters who will ultimately decide which candidate will represent them in Washington. I intend to continue my campaign in an honorable manner to earn the trust and support of the people of the 52nd district.
“Scott Peters has voted time and time again in support of policies that hurt the people of San Diego. We need the best possible candidate to ensure Peters is out of a job next year. I look forward to making my case to the voters in the coming weeks and months to prove that I am that candidate.
“It’s time to end the era of political survivors. Unfortunately, in this respect, there is little difference between Scott Peters and Carl DeMaio. They are ‘political tourists’ who make a career out of traveling from election to election. No matter what their campaign rhetoric, neither candidate is truly looking to lead or fix problems that matter to voters. Running for office is what they do for a living, and it’s time for them to start hunting for another career.
“We have no right to expect different results from Washington if we keep electing the same type of people to represent us. It’s time to send true leaders to Congress, men and women who understand real sacrifice and civic duty. I am honored to have the opportunity to earn the voters’ support.”
Background:
The 52nd Congressional District stretches from Poway to Coronado. The district is home to many of San Diego’s iconic sites and military installations, including Marine Corps Air Station Miramar and Naval Air Station North Island.
Kirk Jorgensen is a longtime San Diego resident. He is a U.S. Marine Corps combat veteran, who deployed to the Middle East and Europe and led teams to combat terrorism around the globe. Jorgensen’s time as an active duty Marine Officer was marked by numerous awards and honors, including the Defense Meritorious Service Medal. Most recently, Jorgensen worked in the private sector in San Diego, helping identify technologies that increase the strength of America’s defense capabilities. Kirk, his wife, Dr. Georgine Jorgensen, and their two sons live in the Black Mountain Ranch neighborhood of San Diego.
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