August 8, 2006

 

Dear Senator Colburn:

The National Federation of Independent Business is pleased to inform you that we endorsed your reelection bid for the MD Senate.

We thank you for your support and understanding of the needs of Main Street small businesses in Maryland. You may use our endorsement in your campaign materials, but please keep in mind our endorsement of your reelection should not reflect as an endorsement of your entire campaing ticket, because that may not be the case.

In describing the NFIB you may wish to you use the following"

"NFIB is that nation's leading small-business advocacy association, with offices in Washington, D.C. and all 50 state capitals. Founded in 1943 as a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, NFIB gives small and independent business owners a voice in shaping the public policy issues that affect their business. NFIB's powerful network of grassroots activists send their views directly to state and federal lawmakers through our unique member-only ballot, thus playing a critical role in support America's free enterpise system.

NFIB's mission is to promote and protect the right our our members to own,operate and grow their businesses. More information about NFIB is available onlineat www.NFIB.com/newsroom."

Thank you for standing with us on important issues, best of luck and congratulations on the endorsement.

If you have any questions of wish to discuss your individual campaigns, please feel free to contact our Regional Office.

Sincerely,

Michael Kostinsky
Owner, Sorrento of Arbutus
NFIB Leadership Council Chairman