Human Events’ political reporter John Gizzi recently previewed our campaign and wrote that in the race to replace Harry Reid, quote:

“Momentum is shifting towards Tarkanian.”

The reason that momentum is shifting our way is simple: Republicans are looking for a clear choice to take on Reid and replace him. They see the direction Senator Reid is taking us and they know it is 180 degrees wrong. Not 10 degrees, not 50 degrees or 90 degrees – they know we need a complete U-turn.

So no matter how much Senator Reid thinks he can “vaporize” our campaign, this campaign is a debate of ideas – a debate about the future of our party. And as your nominee, I will prevail because I provide a clear contrast on the issues important to you.

For example:

On the economy, Senator Reid thinks deficit spending and pork will fuel the economy, while I believe a balanced budget amendment and tax relief for families and small businesses is the right path.

On health care, Senator Reid thinks government control is the answer, while you and I both know that more choices and lower private sector costs will turn the economy around.

Senator Reid even tries to re-write his past to say he was once “Independent like Nevada.” He wants us to think all those special interests are giving to him because he’s “independent.” You and I both know that the truth is 180 degrees the opposite. Harry Reid was never independent – he has always been a captive of special interests and campaign donors looking for favors he was all too happy to provide.

The fact is, as conservatives, we’re not so easy to fool. We know that Senator Reid has always been the same “tax and spend liberal” Ronald Reagan told us he was when he came to Las Vegas back in 1986.

Now, I understand that each of us has different perspective and I have never criticized those who aren’t ideologically “pure” on conservatism nor those who may disagree with me on some issues. I hope that is one of many things that sets me apart from Senator Reid: I don’t call those who disagree with me names.

But the only way to beat Senator Reid is to present a clear contrast and I am ready to carry our message of freedom and liberty into the fall and to a historic victory that will re-energize our Republican Party here in Nevada and across America.

Won’t you please encourage others to join the fight and join our cause. This is a big responsibility, but I am ready to lead our cause to victory.

Sincerely,

Danny Tarkanian