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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Andy Dupre
June 18, 2014 985-855-2553

NEW ORLEANS, LA The board of the Greater New Orleans Republicans issued a statement
encouraging the election of U.S. Representative Kevin McCarthy of California to the vacant post
of Majority Leader in the Republican caucus of the U.S. House of Representatives and for the
election of U.S. Representative Steve Scalise of Jefferson as Majority Whip in the event
McCarthy is chosen Majority Leader.

"Young Republican leaders across the country know Kevin McCarthy from his time as chairman
of the Young Republican National Federation and are aware of his coalition building skills,
which will help advance the conservative agenda on Capitol Hill," said Michael Bayham,
Chairman of the Greater New Orleans Republicans.

"Steve Scalise has been a conservative champion as a legislator and as a member of Congress,"
said Bayham. "Steve took the lead role in pro-second amendment legislation up in Baton Rouge
and could always be counted on to support policies that would expand economic opportunities
for people across the state."

"The Republican caucus in the US House of Representatives would greatly benefit from the
elevation of young Republican leaders such as McCarthy and Scalise to higher leadership
positions," added Andy Dupre, President of GNOR.

Quotes from area young professionals about Congressman Steve Scalise's record attached
below

GNOR has consistently supported the Republican cause of honest and efficient government and
boasts a longstanding record of political involvement in federal, state and local elections.


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While a relatively new member of the Louisiana House of Representatives, Steve Scalise passed
legislation negating the Mayor Morial suit against gun manufacturers and sellers, saving my
familys half-a-century-old sporting goods store from years of frivolous litigation. Steve is able
to take an issue, move it forward, and pass meaningful legislation that actually changes policy.
He can not only discuss issues rhetorically, he can be effective in enacting legislation that
improves the lives of real people.

Stephen M. Gel
Constituent
Former General Counsel for the Young Republican National Federation
Elected Member of Orleans Republican Parish Executive Committee
Former President Louisiana Lawyers for Life
Delegate to 2008 Republican National Convention

Steve was not only a great boss but a great friend. He treats everyone from the Governor to the
mailman the same: with respect. He is an extremely hard worker and is someone who genuinely
wants to improve the lives of the people he serves. Steve is the best choice for Majority Whip.

-J.T. Hannan
Past Chairman-Greater New Orleans Republicans
2008 Delegate to Republican National Convention


"As a Veteran of over 27 years in the United States Marine Corps, I could not be more excited
than to hear that one of our greatest advocates has the opportunity for leadership in the House of
Representatives. Congressman Scalise has been there for the military, veterans and the local
military presence since his time in the state legislature. His efforts to promote the Marine Corps
presence in New Orleans has been superb. He is a LEADER. He is out front. We need real
leaders more now than ever. May the members of the Republican Caucus seize the opportunity
to lead and do so with a proven leader. Out front, in the fight, representing his district and the
nation."

-Col. P. B. Deckert (Ret.)
New Orleans, LA

In his current role as the chair of the Republican Study Committee, the House's largest
conservative caucus, Congressman Scalise stands uniquely suited to serve as a bridge between
House Members possessing different ideologies and serve the caucus as an excellent whip.

-John W. Tobler, CPP
Jefferson Transit Advisory Board
Jefferson Economic Development and Port Commissioner


Steve Scalise has always been true to the Bruneau family, our neighborhoods, the greater New
Orleans region, the Gulf Coast, and the United States of America. No matter what the situation
his conservative, pragmatic, no nonsense approach has served us well. He will be a great leader
for us all. #ScaliseForWhip! Geaux Scalise!!!

-Jeb Bruneau