PA-08 Patrick Murphy Outraises Fitzpatrick

We haven't covered the PA-08 Congressional race very much. I spent a great deal of time in Bucks County last year and continue visiting there frequently for various events. In all that I've yet to meet Patrick Murphy. I have met all four of the other Democrats who were competing for this nomination. I haven't written much about the race because I don't have any feel for Murphy as a candidate and/or progressive. At any rate here is a press release from Murphy.

John Morgan



PATRICK MURPHY OUT-RAISES FITZPATRICK

Levittown, PA - New fundraising reports released today show Patrick Murphyout-raised his incumbent opponent Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick's by over$150,000 in the second quarter. It was also announced that the DemocraticCongressional Campaign Committee selected Patrick Murphy for the "Red toBlue" fundraising program. This program targets districts that arecurrently held by the GOP that are likely to change hands in November.Being on this program means Murphy can expect additional financial andlogistical support
"I want to thank all of my supporters throughout the 8th District, becausewithout your grassroots support, this would not be possible," said PatrickMurphy. "This campaign is built on grassroots support for change inWashington. People are tired of career politicians like Congressman MikeFitzpatrick, and are looking for fresh leadership and real change. When I'melected to Congress in November, I promise I will never leave the 8thDistrict behind, and will continue to fight for the concerns of 8th Districtfamilies."
As reported in the Bucks County Courier Times this morning, Patrick Murphysurpassed Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick's fundraising total for the quarterby over 50%. The campaign's selection by the Democratic CongressionalCampaign Committee as one of the top targeted races in the country isfurther proof of the growing momentum of the Murphy campaign.