ELECTION ALERT: Tea Party Express Endorses Erik Aadland in Colorado’s Seventh Congressional District

For Immediate Release: August 17, 2022

Sacramento, CA: Tea Party Express, the nation’s largest grassroots Tea Party political action committee, is pleased to announce its endorsement of Erik Aadland in Colorado’s Seventh Congressional District.  

Sal Russo, Tea Party Express Chief Strategist, Erik Aadland, Congressional Candidate, and Kay Rivoli, Tea Party Express

Tea Party Express Co-Founder and Chief Strategist Sal Russo said, “Erik Aadland is a conservative powerhouse who is determined to shake up the status-quo in Washington, D.C. and restore our nation to its founding principles, and we are delighted to endorse his campaign. 

“After graduating from West Point, Erik was commissioned as an Army officer and bravely served our country with two combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, where he earned two Bronze Stars.  And with only 91 current Members of Congress having served in the military, Capitol Hill would benefit from the seasoned experience of veterans like Erik to shape our foreign policy and put America first.

Erik is fed up with politicians in Washington, D.C. and their out-of-control spending streaks that rob Coloradans of their hard-earned money to fuel special interests. He firmly believes politicians should serve the people – not the other way around – and that our individual rights enshrined in the Constitution should be always protected. 

“Having worked as a project manager in the Oil and Natural Gas industry, Erik knows firsthand the importance of protecting domestic oil production that will create thousands of jobs and stimulate Colorado’s economy.  With skyrocketing prices at the pumps and an Administration that is determined to keep America dependent on hostile nations to fuel our transportation needs, we need to elect courageous leaders like Erik who will reverse course and protect America’s interests.  

Erik’s ever-growing list of endorsements include key national policy leaders such as former U.S. Secretary of the of Interior Ryan Zinke, former U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry, and former U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert Wilkie.  Tea Party Express is proud to join with these leaders and other groups, such as Combat Veterans for Congress PAC, to endorse Erik’s campaign. 

“With Biden and Pelosi driving our country into a dark place of no return, we need bold leaders like Erik to push back and fight.  I’m confident Erik Aadland will champion our Tea Party principles to rein in runaway spending, stop massive tax hikes, and restore American prosperity, and we are proud to give him our full endorsement,” Russo concluded. 

The following are statements from local leaders:

“It’s my pleasure to endorse Erik Aadland for Congress. I’ve been part of the political and business communities in Colorado for most of my life, and as such I’ve seen many would-be leaders come and go. I’m proud to say that Erik is the real deal, both in his desire and his qualifications to serve Coloradans. Erik’s experience encompasses the struggles and successes of leading teams all over the world in multiple contexts. He is well prepared, in the depth of his thought and of his character, for the challenges of representing his constituents with wisdom and integrity. I have no doubt that he will elevate the discourse in Washington while remaining true to Colorado and Constitutional values.” –  Rick Enstrom, Colorado Businessman, Conservationist, and former Mesa County Commissioner

“We are pleased to stand with Erik Aadland as he endeavors to serve Coloradans in Congress. His qualifications set him apart as a strong leader and a man of well-tested character. It is clear that Erik is the best-suited candidate to win this seat and address the concerns of all its constituents. He will represent and serve CD7 with the same vigor he brought to his previous careers in the military and the energy sector. As former U.S. Senate candidates, we understand the importance of integrity and compassion in advocating for solutions to the problems Coloradans face. It has been a great pleasure for each of us to get to know Erik and discovering the depths of his intelligence, empathy, and thorough contemplation. He is well-prepared and incorruptible in his aim to bring our concerns to Washington. With fidelity to our first principles of limited government and independent spirit, Erik will always put Colorado and the limitless potential of her citizens first.” –  Gino Campana, Founder and President of Bellisimo, Inc. & Former U.S. Senatorial Candidate 

“I am pleased to offer my endorsement of Erik Aadland for Congress in Colorado’s 7th district for the 2022 election. As a retired Major General with 37 years’ service in the United States Marine Corps, I understand what makes people excel in fulfilling their duty. Erik’s passion and drive are unequaled among his peers in the Congressional race. Today’s elected officials face a critical mission in resolving the crises besetting our country. I believe in Erik to successfully undertake his part in this mission because he possesses a lifetime of experience leading teams and getting things done. Knowing that Erik has risked his life to defend our country and our Constitution, I can rest assured that he will not waver in his duties. I trust Erik to ably steward our resources and our security. Erik’s steadfastness of character and clear-headed approach to policy are exactly what is needed in Washington. I strongly believe he is the best man for the job. I encourage you all to support Erik as enthusiastically as I do.” –  Fred Padilla, Major General (Ret.), USMC

“I am pleased to endorse Erik Aadland for Congress in the 7th Congressional District. As a law enforcement official with 17 years of experience I value Erik’s strong commitment to public safety, and his demonstrated passion to uphold and defend our Constitutionally protected rights. Erik knows and appreciates the foundational role that public safety plays in the flourishing of our community. Erik will face the crises we are facing in Colorado and our nation and he will be a champion for law and order. Erik has served our nation and has the resolve necessary to fight on our behalf in Washington, and restore the promise embodied by ‘We The People’. I have every confidence that, just as he was in the military and the private sector, Erik will be a strong servant leader who keeps the concerns of his constituents foremost in his thoughts and actions.” – Michael Allen, 4th Judicial District Attorney

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