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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact Chris Covucci at 845-309-2654 or
chris.covucci@kml2008.com
Lalor Endorsed by Top Wappinger Democrat, Starts Democrats for
Lalor
East Fishkill, NY/May 8, 2008 – Kieran Michael Lalor is pleased
to announce the launch of Democrats for Lalor. Chris Masterson,
town clerk of the Town of Wappinger, and the highest-ranking
elected Democrat in Wappinger, has endorsed Lalor and will be
organizing the Democrats for Lalor coalition.
“Kieran represents a new generation of selfless leaders. If you
want to change Washington, you have to change the type of people
you send there,” said Masterson. “Kieran has the dedicated
spirit we need in our leaders. After Hurricane Katrina, Kieran
and two Marine buddies drove to New Orleans and volunteered for
search-and-rescue operations. While they were pulling people out
of the water, Washington politicians pointed fingers.”
Masterson finished, “Serving with Kieran in the Marine Corps, I
was fortunate to see his outstanding leadership capabilities,
his determination, and his boundless optimism.”
“I’m honored by Chris’ endorsement,” said Lalor. “I’m determined
to reach out to Democrats who share the same hopes for America.
We both want the best for the Hudson Valley, and I’m convinced
that together we can restore responsible leadership to
Washington.”
“Chris is a rising star among Dutchess Democrats and his support
reflects our campaign’s cross-party appeal,” Lalor added.
Lalor joked, “Chris was a sergeant and I was a corporal, so he’s
given me an order to win this campaign.”
Lalor has already received the endorsement of the FDNY Uniformed
Fire Officer’s Association and the National NYPD 10-13. Both
endorsements represent an unusual cross-party appeal to union
members who traditionally vote Democratic.
Masterson was re-elected for a second term in November 2007. He
served as the treasurer of Joe Ruggiero’s 2007 campaign for
Dutchess County Executive.
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