Hunter Town Hall Meet Draws Over 3,900

The hot topic was immigration as the Republican candidates spared and sparks flew in the ABC News, Facebook Debate. At the same time Presidential candidate Duncan Hunter, who was excluded by ABC from the debate, was having forum-townhall meeting at the Radisson hotel in Manchester. He was joined by former Senator Bob Smith, war hero General Chuck Yeager and, through a special telephone hook-up, by more than 3,900 New Hampshire residents. The group discussed the fact that there were only three men in America who have Republican delegates for President, and Hunter being one of them. Hunter, Fred Thompson and Mitt Romney won delegates in the Wyoming caucus Saturday. Many were stunned that ABC had not allowed Hunter to participate in the debate.

New Hampshire Republican Party Chairman Fergus Cullen weighed in on the debate when ABC/facebook excluded Hunter from Saturday night’s live broadcast. The network claimed Hunter lacked the support to be included in the broadcast: “Limiting the number of candidates who are invited to participate in debates is not consistent with the tradition of the first-in-the-nation primary. The level playing field requires that all candidates be given an equal opportunity to participate – not just a select few determined by the media prior to any votes being cast.” After unsuccessful attempts to convince Fox and ABC to reconsider, Cullen announced New Hampshire GOP would no longer support the Republican forum scheduled for Sunday on FOX that has also excluded Hunter.

Hunter has been the leader on immigration reform. The townhall audience noted the fact that several other Republican candidates are now “speaking” Hunter’s positions on immigration. Hunter’s position for the last 20 years was quoted, almost verbatim, during the televised debate. Hunter, who built the double fence along the San Diego border is the only candidate that has actually taken action that resulted in securing our southern borders.

Hunter has also been a long-standing supporter of a strong national defense. He is an opponent of NAFTA, and is fighting to bring jobs back to America. He wants a fair trade balance, especially with the Communist Chinese, and he is a lifelong supporter of a Buy-American policy.

Supports are sending request to Fox News Channel to reinstate Hunter in tonight’s debate. Fox can be reached by calling 1-888-369-4762, extension 4, or (212) 301-3000, or emailing at yourcomments@foxnews.com The Fox News Washington, D.C. telephone number is 202-824-6300.

Blogs for Duncan Hunter

GFP Note: The Georgia Front Page has a separate blog set up for Duncan Hunter. We contacted his campaign early in the cycle (along with all others) and volunteered to set up a blog on the Georgia Front Page for them. Hunter responded.

Like many, most of our staff can't understand why Hunter isn't getting more notice. Many say it is a lack of money. However, if he's not being mentioned in the media, if they don't give him time during the debates, then how is he to get on the general public's radar screen? How will he be able to collect money?

We have decided that at we will be posting links to other blogs that reference Duncan Hunter on this blog / column. If you'd like to see Hunter's press releases and campaign materials, look to the right for a link to our blog for Duncan Hunter.

Crunch Time For Duncan Hunter In IowaBy The Anon Guy Like I said, many have not decided yet and YOU can make the difference just by showing them that support for Duncan Hunter is building - and letting them know where he stands on the issues important to YOU and to them. ...Campaign Emails - http://campaignemails.blogspot.com/

Duncan Hunter By anglangdon Everything that I have read/heard about DH, gives me the impression that he is the whole package...am I missing something? Why is he not the front runner? Sean Hannity Discussion - http://forums.hannity.com

Seen Common Sense Lately? By Red S Tater (Red S Tater) So, I say to you, as a Reagan Republican, I will vote for Duncan Hunter and work to put him in the White House 2008. Please take time to give Duncan Hunter another look, as I did. There is much work to be done. Time is short. ...Red Stater - http://redstaterusa.blogspot.com/

Duncan Hunter's Statement on the Assassination of Benazir Bhutto By Carl Kilo(Carl Kilo) Hunter Condemns Bhutto Assassination Washington DC--Congressman Duncan Hunter (R-CA), ranking Republican on the House Armed Services Committee, today condemned the assassination of former Prime Minister of Pakistan . ...Spark It Up!!! - http://kilosparksitup.blogspot.com/

Republican Presidentail Candidate Duncan Hunter Condems Bhutto ...By Hunter for President 2008(Hunter for President 2008) For Immediate Release: December 27, 2007 Contact: Joe Kasper (202) 225-5672 Hunter Condemns Bhutto Assassination Washington DC--Congressman Duncan Hunter (R-CA), ranking Republican on the House Armed Services Committee, today condemned ...Duncan Hunter: The Only Choice - http://duncanhuntertheonlychoice.blogspot.com/