Posted on 09/01/2004 11:42:59 AM PDT by RWR8189
ARLINGTON, VA - The Uniformed Firefighters Association of Greater New York, which represents 20,000 active and retired firefighters, yesterday endorsed President George W. Bush's reelection as President of the United States. In a letter of endorsement to President Bush yesterday, Uniformed Firefighters Association of Greater New York President Stephen J. Cassidy said, "There are many issues in which we share common ground. During the attack on our nation on September 11, 2001, your leadership and compassion sustained us during our darkest hour. "Your post September 11th policies have strengthened our nation by taking the war to the terrorists. Additionally your overall record of achievement and support for firefighters proves that your have earned another four years leading this great nation.” Cassidy committed his organization's support in reelecting the President in November. "Our 20,000 members are ready to stand by you and support you during your bid for re-election. Call on us and we will be there. This nation needs your leadership to continue to protect us both at home and abroad,” he said. President Bush has dramatically increased funding for state and local law enforcement. In 2005, the President called for an additional $3.6 billion in first-responder grants and assistance, which represents a $3.1 billion increase - almost 700 percent - in funding over the previous administration. Funding for firefighters in the President's last budget represents a 400 percent increase over 2001 funding levels. The Uniformed Firemen's Association (UFA) was formed in 1917 to represent their members and protect their rights and they are still serving that mission today.
So sweet. In your face Lurch.
I thought they were all Dems. This must be pretty big.
Nicely done. I wonder if those 20,000 firefighters could be sent across the river into NJ for some campaign activity? :-)
W's supposed to be at a firhouse tonight..what would be really cool, if tomorrow, he rode up to the Garden, for his speech, on a firetruck....
Hmmmmm, let's see about that. I have an ear that I can plant a bug in......
Don't say that. I think he would be trashed for doing that. BIG TIME.
Do you really think so..the ones who would trash him, will trash no matter what he does.. I'm not trying to be argumentative here, I enjoy your posts, and your comments, but sometime I think you worry too much about what the other side thinks..how we'll be perceived..
This great, I hear that alot of locals are bucking the national unions and endorsing Bush also.
Yes he will be trashed. It will be aircraft carrier part deux.
While the uninformed endorse Kerry.
The Milwaukee firefighters, of which my son is a part, also endorsed President Bush Monday night. They were shown by satellite and the head guy gave a fantastic speech about the President! This is great news!
Could someone tell the IAFF to shut up now?
New York's bravest step up to the plate and do the right thing.
New York's finest have already shown great support by arresting and putting in jail over 1500 "protesters"
I believe the former President of the IAFF said just that to the Current President.
The following quote if from the book The Right Man, by David From. It shows the true heart, nature of the New York Firefighters and Police, regardless of their political leanings.
Event - Bush's motorcade approaching ground zero days after 9/11 (where he made his famous they are going to hear from all of us speech.) Giuliani is in the limo with Bush.
""All along the short route, rescue workers, police, firefighters, and medics cheered wildly, waved flags, and chanted "USA! USA!" Giuliani pointed out the window of the limousine at the shouting crowd. "You see those people cheering you?" he asked Bush. "Not one of them voted for you.""
Was that shown during the convention? I saw that and it was really great. It was really emotional. It was one of the best events of the convention.
Wow, thanks for posting this.
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