Erickson Thanks Hooley While Anticipating Change

Mike Erickson commented today on Rep. Hooley’s announcement, thanking the Congresswoman for her service while advancing his message of bringing new ideas to Washington.

“I would like to thank Darlene Hooley for her service to our state. I appreciate her commitment to the people of Oregon and extend my best wishes to her and her family in the years ahead,” Erickson said.

“I look forward to bringing real change and new ideas to Congress. I am running to represent Oregonians, to help improve our economy and to balance the budget without raising taxes,” he continued.

In the midst of rumors about another Republican challenger arising before the primary, Erickson also thanked the Republican Party and Chairman Day for supporting his candidacy.

“The National Republican Congressional Committee was excited about Mike Erickson’s candidacy in this race long before Rep. Hooley’s decision to retire. Mike Erickson is a great candidate. His message of real change in Washington and new ideas in Congress, along with his strong record as a businessman, offer the citizens of Oregon’s 5th Congressional District with the leadership and vision needed to win this seat in November,” said Ken Spain, the NRCC Press Secretary.