Ron Paul Comments on Election Results

Letter released to the public from Congressman Ron Paul:


We’re in! Thanks to all who voted, either for me or for my opponent. You are the reason
democracy functions! Thanks to those who helped on my campaign, as they did most of the
legwork, and their contributions led directly to this victory. Thanks also to Representative
Kucinich for his passionate thoughts and views. While I can’t say that I agree with him on
everything, it certainly is a wonderful thing to have someone as passionate as he as an opponent.
His concern for the future of our country is shared by many.
This election was about the balance of power. In a majority vote, you chose local control
over federal bureaucracy. Wisdom and logic suggest that people are in control when the power is
closest to them. The federal government should be restricted to the tasks given to them by the US Constitution.
We’ve seen serious deviation from these principles over the past several years, and its
time to go to work to fix the problem. The US must return the power to the states, and it must
yield decisions that are not defined in the Constitution. Then, and only then, will we be able to
claim a government for the people and by the people.
I look forward to serving you in Washington this term, and I hope to correct the
egregious errors that have been made for years.
Once again, I thank you for the opportunity to represent you. I will be back often to visit
with you, to work to understand your concerns and wishes, and to see that you’re satisfied with
your representation. Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.
Now it’s time to move forward in bringing the government back home! Thank you, and
God bless America!