AD 71 Watch: Ed Royce Endorses Jeff Miller For Assembly

This just came over the transom from the Jeff Miller for Assembly campaign:

U.S. Representative Ed Royce Endorses Jeff Miller in AD 71

(Orange County, CA) United States Representative Ed Royce (R-Orange) has endorsed Jeff Miller for Assembly in the 71st District. 

“Jeff Miller is a Republican leader who believes in lower taxes, limited government and stronger border security,” said Royce. “He was instrumental in helping pass Jessica’s Law last November and I am confident he will do a great job for the people of the 71st District.”

Miller is the leading Republican candidate in the 71st Assembly District, currently represented by Assemblyman Todd Spitzer, who is serving his final term.  Jeff Miller is the Chairman of the Republican Party of Riverside County and the Mayor Pro-Tem of the City of Corona.

“I am very honored to have the support of Congressman Ed Royce, one of Orange County’s most respected and popular public servants,” said Miller.

The 71st District includes parts of eastern Orange County and the fast-growing Corona and Norco areas in Riverside County. Miller is the Mayor Pro Tem of Corona.  For over 20 years, he has been a successful businessman with family businesses in both Orange and Riverside counties. A strong conservative, Miller believes in lower taxes, free markets and less government intrusion into the economy. He is widely recognized as an innovative leader on transportation issues.

 

Comments

[Mark Brainard]

Where is Karl Rove trying to convince us that this isn't a significant endorsement? I think Congressman Royce trumps the mayor of rsm.

I think this is a significant endorsement. According to my score card this is the first cross over from OC to the Riverside candidate while out of the OC bunch, the only legislative endorsement for the OC candidates is Van Tran's endorsement of Steven Choi. Meanwhile, Jeff Miller has locked up nearly every Riverside Republican for Team Miller.

Miller is winning not only the money war but the endorsement one too.

[Miller Time]

This is indeed a major endorsement for Miller. Royce is very popular in the OC and his endorsement will certainly lead to more support from our end of the 91.

[Karl Rove]

Karl Rove has been out of town for a while.

I do agree this is a good endorsement for Miller. But Royce doesn't represent the 71st so it remains to be seen just how influential this will be among the voters in the district.

I heard a rumor over the weekend that another Riverside candidate may be jumping into the race. Someone who can self fund. Anyone hear about that?

[Been Around]

In fact, Ed Royce represents about 30% of the district's voters, making this a very good endorsement for Miller.

[Karl Rove]

30%. You better look again. It is more like 10-15%.

[Been Around]

Just looked at the actual numbers - I stand corrected.

[Self Fund?]

Can anyone in the IE afford anything? I mean, that's why they live in the IE, right? Self funding candidates don't come from Riverside!

[Home town]

I'm writting from Riverside Co. and I am offended by the notion that we are poor folk!
I don't know anyone in Corona or Norco, who hasn't already endorsed Miller, who would run for this. Especially since they would want to wait around for the term limits measure to be voted on. Nothing like spending a ton of money on a race and then find out you wasted your money.

[Brett Nemeth]

I believe this endorsement may have some impact on voters. But, more importantly, this endorsement will resonate with the campaign contributors and the political activists. It will definitely help Miller in OC.

By the way, there's plenty of money in Riverside County. (I live in OC).

[1+1=0]

Dave Gilliard = Ed Royce = Jeff Miller.

$$$ talks, consultants listen...