Leigh-Ann Bellew for Congress

PALLONE DROPS THE BALL ON FORT MONMOUTH

Union Beach - The Governor was joined by Frank Pallone when he signed legislation establishing an authority to help determine the future of the Fort Monmouth property. If Frank Pallone had spent more time in Washington representing the interests of his constituents that legislation might not have been necessary.

Despite what he attempts to argue, Pallone’s voting record shows that his actions in Washington were against Fort Monmouth and against the security of his constituents.

“The people of the 6th Congressional District deserve better representation�, 6th District Republican candidate Leigh-Ann Bellew said. “Fort Monmouth has been a key employer for this area and has been a leader in our fight against world terrorism. It’s absolutely shameful that Frank Pallone has been asleep at the wheel when it comes to protecting this vital institution.�

Although Mr. Pallone has been trying to convince the public that he has been doing all that could be done to save the Fort over the past year, over his past 18 years in Washington, his consistent pattern of voting against military appropriations, particularly appropriations for intelligence measures, were votes against Fort Monmouth. Such votes were against the Fort obtaining the additional resources that could have further bolstered, and cemented, its place in the Nation’s defense arsenal.

“Had Mr. Pallone voted for bills providing funding for the military and in favor of bills providing funding of intelligence efforts, and tried to obtain additional funding for such measures�, Bellew added. “Fort Monmouth might not have been victim of the BRAC closures.�

It is time to send Frank Pallone a message that the people of the 6th Congressional District want someone in Washington who will recognize and support their economic interests and overall security.

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