Tuesday, April 3, 2012 | 12:48 p.m.
Author/Iraq vet. David Bellavia (R) on April 2 "picked up" the endorsement of State Sen. George Maziarz (R), "a powerful political figure" in Niagara Co. Maziarz "bypassed the better-known" ex-Erie Co. exec. Chris Collins (R) "in a signal that" Collins will not enjoy unanimous backing from the GOP hierarchy.
Maziarz: "I think it's his turn. ... While I admire David for his military service, it is important for the voters to know his knowledge of national issues far exceeds his opponent in the Republican primary and his general election competitor. David knows how those issues impact the working class, because he is just like the constituents of the 27th District — a hardworking family man who knows what it's like to struggle with high taxes and balancing the family budget."
Bellavia: "I am humbled by Sen. Maziarz's early support in this Republican primary because I know he weighs endorsements very carefully. His backing is a real shot in the arm for our campaign, especially because almost his entire State Senate district lies within the 27th Congressional District" (McCarthy, Buffalo News, 4/2).
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