Arizona is fortunate to have a 100% pro-life candidate with a proven track record on the ballot for governor, one who was endorsed by Arizona Right to Life's PAC back in February of this year. Len Munsil is the pro-life candidate of choice in Arizona, a man who stands out among his peers despite recent claims to the contrary:
In a recent mailing by the Goldwater campaign the literature states that Don is recognized as a strong pro-life candidate by Arizona Right to Life. Well, that is not quite the whole story. So to quote a veteran newscaster, "Here is the rest of the story.Arizona Right to Life has a Political Action Committee that endorses candidates in elections. AZRTL-PAC endorsed Len Munsil in February 2006. Len Munsil completed the AZRTL-PAC survey and was 100% pro-life. Len Munsil has long been an advocate for the right to life and we in the movement have worked with Len during his years at CAP to pass pro-life legislation and to promote a Culture of Life. Len is a long time friend of AZRTL and AZRTL-PAC was proud to endorse him.
Prior to Len entering the race, Don Goldwater began to attend some pro-life events. He had announced that he was running for Governor. AZRTL-PAC reviewed his survey and noted that he answered most of the questions in a pro-life manner, with the exception of the rape-incest question. His answer to that question was not consistent with AZRTL's position. However, the general sentiment was supportive of the reversal of Roe v. Wade and therefore AZRTL-PAC acknowledged that he had embraced a pro-life position. An acknowledgement is not an endorsement. Because he allows for a rape-incest exception, he could not be truly classified as strongly pro-life. Mr. Goldwater's statement that AZRTL recognized him as strongly pro-life is not a true reflection of the facts.In case you missed it, Len notes the Arizona Republic's recent "endorsement":Years ago Don Goldwater was not pro-life. He has changed and AZRTL recognizes that. It is a good thing to finally understand that killing babies is wrong and to come to embrace the Culture of Life and the right to life. But that does not mean that those in the pro-life movement should vote for that person when there exists a champion for life who has fought the battles and been on the front lines. It is that person, Len Munsil, who should hold the standard for the right to life. He has earned it on the battlefield. He has earned the respect of those who wish to make a difference. He has earned their consideration.
For those who want a truly engaged advocate for the unborn, AZRTL-PAC strongly encourages you to vote for Len Munsil on September 12th.
Munsil will be the most articulate and effective candidate against Janet Napolitano. He is smart on his feet and can challenge her on her failures as a Governor. He can also remind the voters how she has opposed and vetoed common-sense legislation passed by the legislature to protect women--legislation that Len Munsil had a hand in preparing and advocating. Munsil will be able to challenge Napolitano on more than one issue. Finally, Munsil has the qualifications once elected to surround himself with able individuals who can effectively implement a government policy designed to protect and defend all the people.
Sincerely,
John J. Jakubczyk
Past President, Arizona Right to Life
Spokesman, Arizona Right to Life-PAC
HELL FREEZES OVER!September 07, 2006
And The Arizona Republic endorses me. Sort of.
This is a tough blow for our campaign, but I think we can overcome it. That's because when you boil it down, the Republic endorsement amounts to this:
Len Munsil is a capable, articulate leader who presents a different vision for Arizona than Janet Napolitano. But he's too conservative for us, because he believes in marriage and the sanctity of life.
I'll take it
