Tancredo for President -- Official Blog

New trip to Iowa

Tom will be in Iowa on Monday and Tuesday, take a look here to see our schedule for Monday.  Tuesday schedule to come in soon!

Presser Pics

Special thanks to Caree who took these great pictures from the press conference today!

Illegal Immigration Not An Issue?

Uhh...no?

Illegal immigration flares as hot as a scorching Iowa summer day.

The issue -- I mean, the ISSUES ASSOCIATED with illegal immigration, such as its hit on education, healthcare, and culture, have made Americans furious. Why else would Romney come out with a radio and television ad right before the straw poll on immigration? And then attack on that issue:

In one of the strongest conflicts yet between Republican presidential front-runners, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney attacked rival Rudy Giuliani Wednesday, implying that Giuliani supported illegal immigration when he was mayor of New York.

Because immigration is hot. And so is Tancredo.

Crunch Time!

No photos from today's events most likely. I've been working on some straw poll stuff: I didn't hit the sack until 4 AM and then woke up after a few hours to finish up some multimedia for the introduction to Tancredo's straw poll speech. I then ran it over to the studio in West Des Moines. If anyone took any pictures of today's town hall meetings, send 'em over! I'll post 'em and give credit.

Town Hall in Carroll

After that interview with the Lake View Resort, Tancredo spoke on the issues in Carroll at the Swan Lake Park

Tancredo in Lake View

Tancredo made a quick stop this afternoon in Lake View for an interview with the Lake View Resort. He also met with some of the town's leading Republicans.

(far left: Milton Meyer; far right: Jim Smith, precinct 7 leader for the central committee)

Breakfast in Storm Lake

At the Lakeshore Cafe this morning, Tancredo spoke about illegal immigration's disastrous effects on America, such as bilingualization of the country and a loss of our culture.

Tancredo in Sioux Center

Tancredo spoke at Dordt College in Sioux Center this evening. The event went well, with many audience questions on immigration reform.

Town Hall Meeting in Sioux City

Town Hall Meeting in Harlan

Wow! Immigration was hot. Most questions were asked on that.

Town Hall Meeting in Perry

Tancredo shared sandwiches for lunch at the Highland Elk in Perry. Everywhere we go, Tancredo meets crowds full of people who are Democrats, full of people who are still 'shopping for a candidate,' full of people who are just now hearing about him. And these crowds all give huge applause when Tancredo discusses his immigration platform. The momentum is there and we won't let the media stop it.

Home Schoolers for Tancredo

This morning at Brookside Park in Ames, Tancredo talked about his support of school choice for America's children: whether the schooling is public, private, or home. The federal government has no role -- and shouldn't, either -- in education, says Tancredo.

Town Hall Meeting in Marshalltown

Tancredo discussed his signature issue of immigration, once again to full room applause. If the ABC debate won't touch it, sure bet Tancredo will.

Reasons Why to Vote Tancredo in the Iowa Straw Poll

Tancredo in Atlantic

Last night in Atlantic at the Farmer's Kitchen, Tancredo discussed his immigration plan, and explained some of his key foreign policy principles.

Town Hall Meeting in Bedford

Half a dozen questions were on the topics of immigration and border security at the Junction Cafe in Bedford.

Town Hall Meeting in Creston

Tancredo dazzled the crowd during lunch at the Pizza Ranch in Creston this afternoon. A few people told me that they are now Tancredo supporters after hearing The Tanc's platform.

Town Hall Meeting in Osceola

Tancredo had breakfast with supporters at the Family Table in Osceola.

Town Hall in Ames

Tancredo enthralled the crowd today at the Prairie Moon Vineyard in Ames. A lot of new supporters turned out.

Lunch in Grinnell

Tancredo spoke to a packed room at West Side Family Dining in Grinnell.

Breakfast in Pleasantville

Tancredo shared coffee and muffins and chatted in Pleasantville this morning at The Smokey Row.

Tancredo in Ankeny

Tancredo was asked what it means to be a Republican today. He gave a great explanation to what it means to be Republican -- (such as individual responsibility and limited government), but realized many Republicans may not follow these principles.

Tancredo in Waukee

Tancredo shared frozen treats with supporters at the Waukee Ice Cream Shop. He answered questions on social security and alternative fuel sources.

Tancredo in Lee County

Tancredo spoke at the Lee County Republican Hog Roast in Denmark this evening.

Tancredo in Cerro Gordo County

Tancredo spoke at the Cerro Gordo County Republican Fundraiser in Clear Lake. He had a chance for one audience question and it was on the two border agents -- Ramos and Compean.

Lunch in Iowa Falls

Standing ovation as Tancredo told the crowd how it is with issues such as education and immigration. He faced question after question on immigration on what he would do to solve the open borders and illegal immigration crisis. Immigration is just this hot.

Breakfast in Parkersburg

Just had breakfast at the Hi-Way 20 Cafe in Parkersburg. After Tancredo finished talking and went to the Q & A session, everyone asked about the borders agents Ramos and Compean. It was the most heated topic in the Q & A session because of the frustration that the two are behind bars.

More Iowa Voices

Travel Time

Flyin' back to D.C. from Des Moines. So, expect no new posts until later tonight -- unless during my connection I have time.

Indianola Town Hall

Tancredo brought the crowd to its feet as he delivered on the key issues that everyone cared about: immigration and culture.

Newton Town Hall

Just had some lunch and listened to The Tanc hold a town hall in Newton. The Tanc talked about all the issues and then answered questions on immigration and education.

House Party in Madrid

Last night Tancredo shared laughs and talked on the issues at a house party in Madrid.

Against Amnesty Protest

Yesterday evening, Tancredo supporters protested the meeting of a pro-amnesty group in Des Moines.

Town Hall Meeting in Council Bluffs

Congressman Tancredo spoke about his plan for the nation's future in Council Bluffs, this morning, talking about policy issues such as healthcare, education, and immigration.

Illegal Immigration Microcosm in Waterloo

It's everyday to listen to passion on opposing illegal immigration. So, listen to this one woman's comment. She's a Democrat and she wants her country back.

Watch the whole thing.

Tancredo "keeps it real"

Today's Des Moines Register Page 6B.

The photo shows "arriving at the Des Moines International Airport (signifying a commercial flight, not a charter or corporate jet). No entourage, no aides, no hangers-on. Just the candidate, his water bottle and a wheeled carry-on bag."

Tancredo Interviewed on KIMT

KIMT.com has the interview. It's under Video on demand.

The Future of Iowa's Cultural Identity (?)

Here's the newspaper Tancredo referenced last night that is printed in both english and spanish:

Waterloo Town Hall

Tancredo held a town hall meeting last night at the Bonanza Steakhouse in Waterloo. In the second picture, The Tanc holds up a newspaper printed in Iowa that is in both english and spanish.

Tancredo at the Buchanan County Fair

Tancredo chatted with supporters at the Buchanan County Fair yesterday in Independence.

Tancredo with State Senator Kitty Rehberg:

Lunch in Dubuque

Tancredo chatted and shared lunch with supporters in Dubuque. He answered questions on issues from education to Iraq. But, immigration and the future of our national identity were the defining audience interests.

Breakfast in Manchester

Tancredo spoke to supporters and had breakfast with them at the Pizza Ranch in Manchester (yes, Manchester, Iowa). He answered questions on immigration, healthcare, and Iran.

Town Hall Meeting in Osage

Now that's what I call a town hall meeting in Osage, with standing room only and great weather. Tancredo shared hot dogs and hamburgers as his message resonated with the crowd.

Mason City Town Hall

Tancredo talked to a packed room at the Chicago Dawg in Mason City after touring the Woodharbor facility. His message has gained traction in Iowa and more people turn out everyday, each event.

TOUR: Woodharbor Doors & Cabinetry

American made doors and cabinets.

Tour: Hydrogen Engine Center

Congressman Tancredo toured the Hydrogen Engine Center in Algona this morning.

Fort Dodge Town Hall Meeting

A packed crowd greeted Tancredo at the Webster County Republican Headquarters tonight in Fort Dodge.

Country Kitchen in Webster City

Congressman Tancredo stopped by the Country Kitchen in Webster City for a snack and to answer some questions on the issues.

Lunch in Boone

Supporters joined The Tanc for lunch at the Dutch Oven Bakery in Boone.

Tancredo in a media interview:

And, Tancredo with State Senator Jerry Behn:

Meet and Greet in Jefferson

At the Uptown Cafe in Jefferson, Congressman Tancredo chatted with supporters and also those interested in his message.

Immigration, Tancredo is Front, Center in Des Moines Register

Look at this, front fold, front page:

Rep. Tom Tancredo, R-Colo., has made it his main campaign plank, and other Republicans have zeroed in on Iowans' worries over illegal immigration and border security as they jostle for support in the first-in-the-nation caucus state.

Read the article in today's Des Moines Register.

Interview in Perry

Congressman Tancredo was interviewed by WHO-NBC 13 (Des Moines) at the Highland Elk Coffee House in Perry.

Breakfast in Madrid

Just grabbed a bite to eat at the Town and Country Cafe in Madrid. The audience was frustrated with open borders and Spanish becoming a second language in the United States and looked to The Tanc for hope.

Coffee in Adel

Just had a quick campaign stop at Cool Beans Coffee Bar in Adel.

Guthrie County Town Hall Meeting

Just finished up a great town hall meeting at the Panora Community Center -- the room was packed! The Tanc received standing ovations in the middle and at the end of his speech.

Ice Cream in Onawa

Root beer floats were served at Dick and Dorothy Schlitters home as Congressman Tancredo answered questions on the issues.