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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

February 8, 2006

SIX COUNTY CHAIRS ENDORSE DANIELS
REPUBLICAN CALLS FOR "REAGAN REVOLUTION"

Randy A. Daniels, candidate for the Republican and Conservative nomination for Governor, received the endorsement of five Republican County Chairs and one Conservative Chair at an afternoon news conference in Syracuse.

Flanked by supporters from throughout the region, Daniels, the former New York Secretary of State, received the endorsement of the Republican County Chairs of Allegany, Cayuga, Jefferson, Onondaga, and Oswego Counties, as well as, the Conservative Party Chair of Jefferson County. The news conference was held at the headquarters of the Onondaga County Republican Party in downtown Syracuse.

"New York is at a crossroads, Republicans and Conservatives need a candidate for Governor who stands for common sense conservative values and I am that candidate." said Daniels, a resident of New York City.  Continuing, Daniels said: "Eliot Spitzer feels he can prosecute his way to prosperity, well, he's wrong. New York needs a good old fashioned Ronald Reagan revolution and I plan to give it one."

Bob Smith the Onondaga GOP Chairman said:  "I am endorsing Randy Daniels because, when you look at the facts, he is the only candidate in the race who has the experience needed to lead this state. When it comes to creating jobs, boosting economic development, reforming education and responding to acts of terrorism, Randy has been tested time and again. Randy Daniels has what it takes to be Governor."

"Randy Daniels has been to Oswego County repeatedly, as Secretary of State and as a candidate." Said George Williams, GOP Chair, "When he was Secretary of State he worked to preserve and improve our waterfront and to make sure our first responders had the equipment needed in case of a terrorist attack.  He understands the problems we face in Central New York and he has a proven record of delivering for us. Randy Daniels will be a great Governor for all New Yorkers. Oswego County Republicans know and trust Randy Daniels, and that's why we're endorsing him today."

Sandra Corey, Jefferson County Republican Chair said: "Over the past month I've talked to Republican after Republican in Jefferson County and they say on every issue they agree with Randy Daniels. Well, personally, I do too and that's why I'm endorsing him today."

Cayuga County Chair Cherl Heary said: "When he was Secretary of State Randy Daniels visited every county in New York. Whether you're a farmer or live in the inner-city, Randy Daniels understands your problems, he has common sense solutions, and I know he'll never stop fighting for what's right. We need him as our next Governor."

Allegany County Chairman Tom Hayden said: "When you hear Randy Daniels speak, you hear a clear vision for the future of New York. He believes in our state, our nation and our Republican principles. Randy Daniels is the candidate who can defeat Eliot Spitzer and I'm proud to endorse him."

The Daniels' campaign also released excerpts from a letter written by Raymond C. Carpenter, Jefferson County Chairman and Regional Vice Chairman (Northwest Region) for the New York State Conservative Party. The letter is being mailed to Conservative Party officials throughout the state. The excerpts read: "Randy believes what we believe. He is a true conservative who will provide principled leadership for our state. I am proud to endorse Randy Daniels for Governor of New York;...I strongly urge all Conservative Party leaders to back this outstanding conservative candidate."

At the conclusion of the news conference Daniels stated: "We must leave here today intent on creating a grass-roots movement that will not merely reform Albany, but will transform it into a government that truly represents all New Yorkers."