15 reasons to vote for Emmett Hanger

Sharon and Emmett Hanger on the campaign trail.

By Lynn R. Mitchell

Why vote for Senator Emmett Hanger on June 9? Here are 15 reasons:

1) Conservative common-sense life-long Republican: Born and raised in Augusta County, graduated from James Madison University and served as the former Commander of the Harrisonburg National Guard; obtained the rank of Captain in the US Army as an Infantry Officer; represents every constituent.

2) Pro-life: Believes in the sanctity of life.

3) National Rifle Association endorsement with “A” rating 2015 … defends the Second Amendment … stands up for gun owners; co-chair of Legislative Sportsman’s Caucus which leads fight in General Assembly for rights of gun owners, hunters, fishing enthusiasts.

Signs signs signs #5 … Hanger campaign

By Lynn R. Mitchell

Campaigning the last Saturday before the election

By Lynn R. Mitchell

Senator Emmett Hanger and wife Sharon were on the campaign trail Saturday with only a few days left until Primary Tuesday.

Tools of the trade on this last Saturday before election day … my car trunk was full and then we returned to headquarters to refill and hit the road again. We have had wonderful response from the voters of the 24th Senate District

Yard signs, lit, bumper stickers, lapel stickers … and lots of enthusiasm.

The endorsements continue.

Tuesday, June 9, 2015
Polls will be open 6am-7pm. Vote at your regular precinct.
Have photo ID.

Please join me in voting for Senator Emmett Hanger.

Photos by Lynn R. Mitchell
May 6, 2015

Emmett Hanger endorsements

By Lynn R. Mitchell

LTE: Hanger represents constituents with integrity, honesty and intelligence

Sen. Emmett Hanger

By Lynn R. Mitchell

A letter to the editor in support of Senator Emmett Hanger (R-24th Senate District):

Editor:

I am currently a retired state employee.  During my many years of employment at various state agencies, I have had the opportunity to observe and work directly with Senator Emmett Hanger. He has represented his constituents with integrity, honesty and intelligence.  His review and decisions regarding legislation are not limited by party affiliations or influenced by other legislators.  Because of his experience and reputation, he is respected by members of the General Assembly and is able to work with them to bring about compromise when faced with difficult issues.

LTE: Emmett Hanger demonstrates honest, conservative leadership

Sen. Emmett Hanger

By Lynn R. Mitchell

Senator Emmett Hanger (R-24th Senate District) sits on a number of boards and committees throughout Virginia, working with community leaders about a variety of issues. This letter highlights that work:

June 1, 2015

To The Editor:

As the Chair of the UVA Culpeper Hospital Board of Trustees, I write to endorse the re-election of Senator Emmett Hanger.

Senator Hanger represents a sprawling area including parts of Culpeper County as a result of recent redistricting.  Ever since having our County included in his District he has been a regular visitor to our community, attending formal Chamber of Commerce sponsored events as well as other, less formal community activities.  He has always listened carefully to the concerns of his constituents and responded candidly regarding his positions on the issues of the day.  He welcomes his constituents to his Senate offices during Session and, again, listens and shares his views without guile or apology.  He is the consummate Virginia gentleman.

Signs signs signs #4 … Hanger campaign

By Lynn R. Mitchell

The Emmett Hanger for Senate sign team has been busy in Virginia 24th’s Senate District leading up to the June 9th Republican Primary. From Staunton, Waynesboro, and Augusta County to eastern Rockingham, Culpeper, Greene, and Madison, the red, white, and blue Hanger yard signs, 4’x4′, and 4’x8′ signs are out to remind folks to vote on June 9th at their regular polling places from 6am-7pm.

Signs signs signs #3 … Hanger campaign

By Lynn R. Mitchell

The Emmett Hanger for Senate sign team has been busy in Virginia 24th’s Senate District leading up to the June 9th Republican Primary. From Staunton, Waynesboro, and Augusta County to eastern Rockingham, Culpeper, Greene, and Madison, the red, white, and blue Hanger yard signs, 4’x4′, and 4’x8′ signs are out to remind folks to vote on June 9th at their regular polling places from 6am-7pm. Above is Hanger headquarters located at 700 Richmond Road at the corner of Statler Boulevard in Staunton.

Senator Emmett Hanger.

Signs signs signs #2 … Hanger campaign

By Lynn R. Mitchell

The Emmett Hanger for Senate sign team has been busy in Virginia 24th’s Senate District leading up to the June 9th Republican Primary. From Staunton, Waynesboro, and Augusta County to eastern Rockingham, Culpeper, Greene, and Madison, the red, white, and blue Hanger yard signs, 4’x4′, and 4’x8′ signs are out to remind folks to vote on June 9th at their regular polling places from 6am-7pm.

LTE: Hanger makes government work better for us

By Lynn R. Mitchell

More support for Senator Emmett Hanger:

Editor

I’m not political but I do want my family to continue enjoying what makes this area special; family values, strong schools, low taxes, and economic development driving good jobs.

Elections seem to be a lot of the same thing, tearing down your opponent. Emmett doesn’t do that. He runs on his record; a good, conservative record.

Emmett’s working hard to make our government work better for us.

He’s approachable and speaks to his record. I don’t have all the details legislators do when they cast votes, but I am confident Emmett does and he makes the best decision representing my interests. That’s why I support him.

Emmett has earned a lot of leadership positions; you only do that over time and by understanding issues. New guys start at the bottom and that is not good for us.

We have strong, conservative, honest leadership with Emmett Hanger. Vote June 9.

Dana Breeding
Staunton

The Republican Primary is Tuesday, June 9. Voters will go the polls from 6am-7pm.

EmmettHanger.com

LTE: ‘Hanger a man of integrity, a statesman’

By Lynn R. Mitchell

With only twelve days left until the June 9th Primary, letters to the editor continue to be published supporting state Senator Emmett Hanger including this one from Larry Roller of Mount Sidney (see Hanger a man of integrity, a statesman):

Radio ad: ‘Hello … I’m Emmett Hanger’

Have you heard Senator Emmett Hanger‘s radio ad playing on local stations (play radio ad). It’s a message from him to you — his neighbors, friends, folks in the community — as we head into the June 9 Primary. Take a listen. Here’s what he says:

Signs signs signs #1 … Hanger campaign

By Lynn R. Mitchell

This was Sunday morning at Wright’s Dairy Rite in Staunton for the Memorial Day weekend Drive-In that eventually had more than 200 cars, closing one lane of Greenville Avenue for half a mile. In the middle of it all was this Emmett Hanger for Senate sign. For more about the Cruise-In, see Greenville Avenue shuts down for cruise-in.

In front of Kathy’s Restaurant on Greenville Avenue in Staunton …

… beside the historic “Birthplace of Woodrow Wilson, U.S. President 1913-21” sign.

Photos by Lynn R. Mitchell
May 24, 2015

Re-elect Emmett Hanger for Senate

By Lynn R. Mitchell

Look who stopped by Hanger Headquarters on Saturday while out in the District. After spending the morning at a spring festival in Weyers Cave, Senator Emmett Hanger picked up more yard signs before heading over to Staunton’s Gypsy Hill Park for Art in the Park, and after that he had other events to attend while campaigning in the District.

The Republican Primary is Tuesday, June 9, at your normal polling place from 6am-7pm. Absentee voting is going on now as well as in-person absentee voting at your registrar’s office.

Volunteers: Needed to help man headquarters during the day from noon until 7pm so supporters can stop by to pick up campaign supplies.

Hanger HQs: 700 Richmond Rd, Staunton.
Campaign phone: 540.280-4450
Website: EmmettHanger.com
Twitter: @Emmett_Hanger
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Photo by Lynn R. Mitchell
May 23, 2015

Campaigning 101: Signs

By Lynn R. Mitchell

It was busy Saturday at Emmett Hanger for Senate Headquarters in Staunton with only 17 days left until the Republican Primary on June 9. The senator’s son Chad stopped by in the afternoon for another load of 4’x8′ signs to go into the District, and more yard signs. The 24th Senate District includes all of Augusta County, Staunton, Waynesboro, and the eastern part of Rockingham as well as east of the Blue Ridge Mountains with all of Madison and Greene Counties, and part of Culpeper County.