Charlie's New TV Ad "Patriotism Before Partisanship"
May 2nd, 2008
On Monday, Charlie's first TV ad of the 2008 cycle will hit airwaves across District Four.
It's about a family that's been in the national security business for generations--a battle-tested candidate who leads by example--and a campaign that's focused on solving problems and producing results. You can watch the ad, called "Patriotism before Partisanship" here.
Together, we can change partisan politics as usual---by electing a higher standard of leadership that puts country first, takes on the tough missions, and gets the job done.
Last Saturday, nearly 60 volunteers from across District Four descended on our headquarters here in Roseville for our first "Day of Action."
We knocked on hundreds of doors, made thousands of phone calls, and registered countless numbers of new voters along the way. And the response to Charlie's positive message of "patriotism before partisanship" was overwhelming.
The positive feedback we've gotten from everyone we reached on the ground has been clear and consistent. People of all political stripes are united in a desire for real results and a higher standard of leadership in Washington. And that's why they are uniting behind Charlie Brown.
Thank you again to everyone who made our first Day of Action so successful. You know that the stakes in this election could not be higher. And that's why our first Day of Action will be followed by many more.
Remember, change starts with the actions we take today.
A Promise Kept
March 24th, 2008
Actions speak much louder than words.
Last Thursday, we were proud to contribute $17,500 to three local veterans service providers---amazing groups working in the trenches every day to help our returning warriors heal, reconnect with family, access promised benefits, find jobs, shelter, or a hot meal, and reintegrate into civilian life.
Thank you for making this donation possible through your generous support of this campaign.
And thank you for taking time to learn about the great work these groups are doing in our community. More than 2,000 voted to determine how much each would receive, and the vote was close.
The Gathering Inn: $10,000
Francis House: $5,000
Soldiers Angels: $2,500
Remember, for many of our newest veterans, the journey home will not be measured in days, weeks, or months---but years. The challenges and unmet needs they face are not new. And no empty sound byte, or carefully staged photo op will ever change this underlying fact: war carries a lasting cost and a shared obligation that demands everyone's attention, everyday.
Together, we are making this campaign about solving problems. We're taking action to ensure that those who help our returning warriors in District Four receive the support they need to serve, and in some cases, save the lives of those who sacrifice to defend us every day. And we will continue challenging others to join our cause---a cause much greater than partisan politics.
As you know, last week, Charlie was honored to receive the endorsement of VoteVets.org--the nation's largest political organization for veterans of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
And this morning, we learned Charlie won the VoteVets.org instant runoff---a national online poll in which thousands of people from across the country selected Charlie to receive a $5,000 check from VoteVets.org PAC.
There can be no doubt that our military men and women, their families, and the millions of new veterans across America need more elected leaders who know what it means to serve, sacrifice, and defend this country.
And that's been the Brown family business for three generations.
Today's news is another sign of our growing momentum in the race for District Four. We are proud to have the support of thousands like you---the parents, teachers, firefighters, nurses, and small business owners who are the backbone of our community. And now, the support of thousands more of the brave warriors who defend us around the world, and who have so much at stake in this election.
We are humbled and extremely grateful for your support. And we are honored to be in the company of such an extraordinary group of fellow veteran candidates and elected leaders.
We Need a New Direction in Our District, Not More Career Politicians who Need Driving Directions Just to Find It
March 4th, 2008
I decided to run for Congress against John Doolittle because I believe we desperately need a new direction for America.
My decision was never about political ambition or blind partisan loyalties, but fulfilling a promise I made to defend our country, and to serve the community where Jan and I have been proud to live, work, and raise our children these past 17 years.
Today, State Senator Tom McClintock announced he is going to move from his district in Southern California in order to run for Congress in our district.
My position hasn't changed.I still firmly believe we need a new direction - for our country.And I believe the last thing District Four needs is another career politician who needs driving directions just to find our district.
Click here to give Senator Tom McClintock a warm welcome when he arrives.
This will be the ninth different political office that Tom has run for in California.If you are scoring at home, here's the list:
Chair, Ventura County Republican Party
CA State Assembly, District 36 in Southern California
U.S. House of Representatives, District 24 in Southern California
CA State Controller
CA State Assembly, District 38 in Southern California
CA State Senate, District 19 in Southern California
When Jan and I started this campaign in our living room back in the summer of 2005, we knew in our hearts that something was terribly wrong with the direction of the country we loved, had served and protected.
We believed it was our duty and our responsibility to do something about it. Out of that belief, came our decision that I should run for Congress-squaring off against an entrenched incumbent who epitomized the problem in Washington. Out of your efforts came our near miss in 2006, and an intensifying groundswell of momentum for change every day since.
Yesterday was an historic day. John Doolittle finally retired. But the heart and soul of our mission remains the same today has it has for the past two years.
Bigger than Politics--Charlie's First Radio Ad, by Iraq War Veteran Cody Conway, Sgt. USMC
December 21st, 2007
Thanks to you, this past week, production was completed on Charlie Brown's first radio spot of the 2008 campaign. Entitled "The War at Home," the ad speaks for itself. And as an Iraq War veteran who is fighting each day to heal my scars and rebuild my life, it speaks for me.
Who Charlie Brown is, and the kind of leadership he represents for veterans like me isn't about partisan politics. That's why I want to tell you my story.
Growing up in Roseville, I had two dreams---to serve my country in the Marine Corps, and to become a mechanic-a lifelong passion that began from the moment I was old enough to hold a wrench. When I graduated High School in 2000, I got to live both, as a Marine Amphibious Assault Vehicle Repairman.
My unit was part of the initial ground invasion into Iraq in March of 2003. I injured my right shoulder, leg and abdomen while removing an engine during a sandstorm outside Baghdad in April. Still able to hold a rifle with my left arm, I finished my tour of duty. But by the time I came home in July, the severity of my injuries left me unable to continue my career as a Marine or a mechanic. I was devastated.
“To Protect and Defend the Constitution of the United States of America.” That’s the promise I made at the start of my military career 35 years ago, and it’s why I’ve dedicated my life to defending America.
Country comes first, and I keep my promises.
So today I am officially announcing my 2008 candidacy for United States Congress in California’s 4th Congressional District. Together with my family and hundreds of supporters, we are kicking off this campaign in the best traditions of our great country—barnstorming the region we are proud to call home to share my vision for a more secure, more hopeful future.
While not everyone who has stood with us these past two years could make today’s events, I hope you all will take a few minutes to read today’s announcement speech, and share it with your friends and colleagues. READ MY ANNOUNCEMENT SPEECH HERE
Together, we will get this country back on track, and we will restore honorable and effective leadership to this seat in Congress.
Thank you all for visiting, check back often and thank you again for your continued support. I look forward to seeing you very soon on the campaign trail.
new voters along the way. And the response to Charlie's positive message of "patriotism before partisanship" was overwhelming.
doubt that our military men and women, their families, and the millions of new veterans across America need more elected leaders who know what it means to serve, sacrifice, and defend this country. 
Growing up in Roseville, I had two dreams---to serve my country in the Marine Corps, and to become a mechanic-a lifelong passion that began from the moment I was old enough to hold a wrench. When I graduated High School in 2000, I got to live both, as a Marine Amphibious Assault Vehicle Repairman.