Endorsements

Rudy Giuliani:
"Michael Grimm has outstanding qualifications for public office.  As a U.S. Marine he served in combat for our county and then he continued to serve our country for 11 years as a Special Agent in the FBI. I am proud to endorse Michael Grimm for New York’s 13th Congressional District."

John McCain:
"We need leaders like Michael Grimm in Congress.  Michael served as a Marine in combat for our country, continued his service for 11 more years as a Special Agent in the FBI, and then went on to become a small business owner.  Michael Grimm is an extraordinary candidate and I am proud to endorse him for New York’s 13th Congressional District."

Sarah Palin:
"As a current small business owner, Michael understands that real economic growth comes from the private sector, not government. He’ll represent New Yorkers with just as much integrity and courage as he defended them in the FBI and the Marine Corps. Please join me in supporting Michael by visiting his website at www.grimmforcongress.com and following him on Facebook and Twitter."

Mitt Romney:
"At a time when we need leaders who will enact pro-growth policies that willturn our troubled economy around and put people back to work, too many Washington politicians are instead focused on growing the size of government," said Gov. Romney in his endorsement. "New York - and our nation - deserves leaders who will put the interests of the people ahead of the special interests, and work to get our economy back on track."

Guy Molinari:
"As our next Congressman, Michael Grimm will support new leadership in the House of Representatives, and lead the charge to against Obama and Pelosi."

Susan Molinari:
"Michael Grimm is exactly the type of person we need in Congress.  At 19 he enlisted in the Marines and fought for us the in Persian Gulf War, and then fought 11 years for us as a Special Agent of the FBI.  He understands the problems New York families and small businesses are facing and the best thing the residents of the 13th Congressional District can do is to send Micheal to fight for us in Washington.  Michael Grimm will make an outstanding member of Congress, and I am proud to give him my unequivocal endorsement."

Congressman Mike Rogers:
"We need leaders like Michael Grimm in Washington. Like Michael, I am also a former FBI Special Agent so I can tell you first hand that Michael knows that commitment to our country comes before politics.  And as a small business owner Michael knows that lower taxes and tax credits are the best way to stimulate job growth."

New York State Senator Martin Golden:
"Washington politicians are taxing us to death,” Golden said. “New York has the second-highest taxes in the country. Our economy won’t grow until we end the cycle of taxing and spending. That’s why we need Michael Grimm now more than ever to fight for our families by growing our economy and creating jobs. That is why I am proud to endorse him for Congress."

Councilman James Oddo:
"I know that Michael Grimm has the qualifications and leadership to help grow our economy and create the jobs we need while maintaining a strong national defense. I support his candidacy because he is the right man at the right time for this challenging job and I will give 100% to make sure he is elected."

Councilman Vincent Ignizio:
"Michael Grimm has what it takes to win this seat and become an outstanding congressman for the 13th district. He understands the problems Staten Island families are facing and he has the vision, drive and experience to do something about it. Michael will fight to cut taxes and create jobs. Michael Grimm will make a great congressman, and I am proud to give him my unequivocal endorsement."

Mike Long, Chairman of the New York State Conservative Party:
"I am pleased to endorse Michael Grimm for US Congress. For decades, the Conservative Party has supported sound fiscal policies, a strong national defense and community interests.  As former FBI Special Agent, decorated Marine Corps veteran of Operation Desert Storm and a small business owner I know that Michael truly understands those values and will be a superb Congressman."

New York State Conservative Party:
"New York State is in great need of a leader who will fight for common sense Conservative values at a time when they are needed most. The Conservative Party of New York State proudly endorses Michael Grimm, a decorated Marine Combat veteran, former FBI special agent and small business owner, for U.S. Congress with the confidence that he is the leader that we have been waiting for and will represent NY-13 with honor, integrity and an unwavering commitment to conservative Constitutional principles. "

Brooklyn Conservative Party:
"As former FBI Special Agent, decorated Marine Corps veteran of Operation Desert Storm and a small business owner Michael Grimm understands that we must get this county back on the right track.  The Brooklyn Conservative Party is proud to endorse Michael Grimm because of his position on the issues, experience and knowledge. The residents of the 13th congressional district deserve a representative that will stand up to Washington insiders and will fight to create jobs and lower taxes."

Brooklyn Republican Party:
According to its Chairman, Craig Eaton, the Brooklyn GOP will provide its full support toward Grimm’s campaign and vowed to do whatever it takes to help Grimm win in November.

Molinari Republican Club:
"We believe that Mr. Grimm's background as a battlefield-decorated Marine and undercover agent for the Federal Bureau of Investigation sets him apart in a time when voters are starved for leadership and character.  We are confident that Michael Grimm will be a candidate of exemplary courage, conviction and integrity, attributes we believe the voters of this district will be looking for in November as Republicans seek to regain control of the House of Representatives from Nancy Pelosi, Charlie Rangel and Michael McMahon."

Combat Veterans for Congress:
"If you review SA Grimm’s positions on his Web site, you would be pleased with his stand; they agree with the Combat Veterans For Congress Mission Statement.  We look forward to working with Special Agent Grimm, and are pleased that a Combat Veteran of his caliber is running for Congress."

Iraq Veterans For Congress:
"It is Michael’s unique combination of experiences and leadership that will make him an outstanding congressman, and there is no question that he will shake up the status quo and stand up to special interests, party bosses and the establishment in Washington D.C."

National Vietnam and Gulf War Veterans Coalition:
“Michael Grimm’s leadership and patriotism are especially needed in the House of Representatives at this time in our history. Our beloved country is at risk not only from foreign terrorists but from domestic advocates of extreme social and economic ‘reform.’ We at the Coalition look forward to Michael Grimm’s service to our nation in the House of Representatives.” said John Molloy, Chairman of the Coalition.

New York Fraternal Order of Police:
"The endorsement of Michael Grimm, who won last week's Republican Primary by 69%, was announced by NYS-FOP President Charles J. Caputo who stated that the endorsement was based upon Mr. Grimm's "demonstrated and continued support of police professionals" and his "courage and compassion to promote the confidence in our government and courts."