Nixon fundraising letter: We're doing things differently and it's working

In a fundraising letter leading into the final day of the first quarter, Gov. Jay Nixon points to his administration's success:

When you look around the country at other states these days, here’s what you’ll see: huge budget deficits, massive cuts to education, tax increases on families, and workers who are being vilified by their elected leaders instead of trained for the jobs of the future. No wonder Americans are rallying at state capitals across the country.

Here in Missouri, I’m proud to report we’re doing things differently – and its working.

But to keep making progress during these challenging times, I need your help to gear up for the months ahead. A contribution of $10, $25 or $50 will help us build a strong re-election effort.

I’m proud that each year I’ve been in office, we’ve balanced our state budget – without raising taxes and without reducing funding for our K-12 classrooms. We’ve done it by making tough choices and by taking bold steps to make government smarter and more efficient, which has saved the taxpayers millions.

This has allowed us to make job-creation our top priority – helping thousands of families get back on their feet. After two straight years of job losses due to the national recession, we’re turning the corner – and had a net gain in jobs in 2010.

While times remain tough, I know the people of Missouri are tougher – and we must continue moving forward and making progress. That’s why I need your help to make sure we’re in a strong position to get re-elected.

Tomorrow, March 31st, is the first fundraising deadline of the year – and the reporters and pundits will all look at those finance reports to see how strong the campaigns are at this early stage. Help us show strength by making a contribution today.

Together, we’re providing the tough leadership to get through these challenging times. But we can’t stop now.

Sincerely,

Jay Nixon
Missouri Governor