GOP opens campaign headquarters in Perkasie
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“I’m just really looking forward to being part of that momentum and that history and bringing it back here,” Loughery said.
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Although it seems a cliche, this year’s election is a pivotal one for the future, Loughery said.
“It’s about which direction we’re going to go with our country, which direction we’re going to go with our state,” Loughery said.
“We want to talk about the differences between Republicans and Democrats,” Clymer said.
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“Wealth is not a sin and that’s how it’s been portrayed,” Clymer said.
“It’s class warfare. We don’t need that in America,” Clymer said. “What we need is people working together.”
Concerns include the growth of government, excessive spending and excessive regulations, he said.
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