2008 Republican Candidates
The Cambria County Republicans are very proud to have a team of candidates with the ability to provide a promising future their constituents.
35th PA Senatorial District
Joseph Veranese
Meet Joe
The problem in Harrisburg today is that our legislators have lost touch with real people and our real problems. Fuel prices, property tax reform and jobs leaving the area are just a few problems that affect us all everyday. Instead of working to solve these complicated issues our legislators voted themselves a pay raise. It is time for a change. As a husband, father and taxpayer, I share your concerns and values. As a successful businessman, I have the know-how to make a difference in Harrisburg. On November 4th, please give me your vote so I can use this experience and understanding to fight for you as your State Senator.
12th Congressional District
William Russell III
Meet Bill
I am a conservative. I believe in the sovereignty and security of this one nation, under God. I believe in the sanctity of life and that life begins at conception. I believe in marriage between one man and one woman. I believe that all children in our school systems should be educated in English and taught the civic duties and responsibilities of citizenship and patriotism. I believe that we have the responsibility and obligation to control our borders and determine who is allowed to live and work in our country. I believe in private property rights and that the death tax should be killed. I believe government economic policies should reward those who build business or save and invest their money. I believe in the right to bear arms and the right of self defense. I believe in rugged individualism and that no one owes me anything just because I live and breathe. I believe we should all practice charity in some form or fashion, especially to those who are suffering and least fortunate. But charity must be voluntary and spring from a spirit of altruism and love for your neighbor. I believe that imposed systems of wealth redistribution destroy families, produce a culture of dependence and hurt everyone. Finally, I believe there is room to acknowledge the role of our Creator in public life as stated in the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution.
71st District PA House of Representatives
Jim Rigby
Meet Jim
1. A 30-year record of public service.
2. A strong work ethic.
3. Jim Rigby knows the problems faced by the 14 municipalities and their emergency services providers within the Greater Johnstown area.
4. Jim Rigby knows the problems that face families within the 71st District.
5. Jim Rigby is: An experienced public servant ready to take his commitment to
Harrisburg; “Just Jim” – the candidate who typifies the residents of the 71st District; Committed: He’s willing to walk away from a 27-year career to accept the challenge of representing Greater Johnstown in
Harrisburg.
72nd District PA House of Representatives
Chris Voccio
Meet Chris
Chris Voccio grew up in Johnston, RI, graduating from Johnston High School in 1985 and Bryant University in 1989.
His newspaper career started at the Providence Journal. He later worked at newspapers in Florida, Texas, Kentucky, and Indiana, before taking the helm of The Tribune-Democrat in 2004.
During his time in Johnstown he helped change the tone of the newspaper, started Johnstown Magazine, and helped develop many new community events and programs. He served on numerous board and committees throughout the region and earned a Masters of Business Administration degree from IUP in 2006.
He lives in Upper Yoder Township, where he can be found riding his motorcycle or ATV, managing his small business, and occasionally soaring above the region in a little single engine