Horner accepts endorsement

Appearing in the stage of the IP convention with his family Tom Horner thanked fellow candidates Rob Hahn and John Uldrich.

He said he will now hit the road and soon start advertising. He said his message will be "Minnesota first."

He said Minnesotans are hungry for leadership that gets everyone working together and heading in the same direction. He asked for delegates to help as volunteers and with financial support. He thanked Dave Durenberger and Tim Penny.

The above photo is Horner talking to reporters just outside the auditorium after his speech. He said the endorsement will put a lot of committed volunteers behind him.

Rob Hahn said he will run in the IP primary, and that he too will start advertising soon. Hahn says his ads will be interesting and targeted.

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