Jack Jackson's campaign manager sent me a letter this morning regarding the recount in the auditor's race and the campaign ahead.
Here it is in its entirety:
"While Jack Jackson is not yet ready to concede defeat, we on the campaign are all well aware that the chance of a possible recount making a difference in the outcome is extremely slim, however considering that this is one of the narrowest margins in Republican Primary Election history we think that retaining the option to request a recount is more than reasonable. Unfortunately it also means the Thomas Campaign is hampered by the lack of a final result. It is not our intent to be difficult or obstructive, but under these circumstances (a difference of just 6/10s of 1 percent) even our opponents agree that reserving the right to call for a recount seems to be the proper course of action."
"We hope the entire process will take only a matter of weeks from the end of the preliminary vote count which concluded Wednesday afternoon. No matter which way the final results go I want to say personally how much I respect Sandra Thomas for her unrelenting persistence on the campaign trail. She is a determined professional and maturing politician who has already made considerable personal sacrifices by being away from her home and family. She is wise to accept and follow the guidance and assistance she receives from powerful political entities who are using their considerable influences to help make her campaign a success. "
"I would like to thank Senator John Loudon for making Jack Jackson a better candidate, we could never let up for a moment with John campaigning around the clock using every available means to attempt to gain an upper hand. We have not seen the last of John Loudon, there will be more victories for him and with the help of Gina and his family (especially Lilly who will be Governor some day!) he will be a force in Missouri Politics for many years to come."
"I admire Mark Wright for his ambition and friendliness, he never had a cross word and was always the first to smile, shake my hand and say hello. The people of Springfield should be proud of his independent spirit and fearlessness to speak his mind no matter what the cost."
"As for my volunteers and campaign staff, I couldn't be prouder of the way we conducted ourselves. We ran a clean campaign and I don't think it is possible that anyone worked harder than we did. Phil Eckelkamp, Michelle Cote, Sherri Shumard, Adam Bitley, Jamie Kim and Josh Foster would be valuable additions to other campaigns if the possible recount ultimately ends ours. I am extremely satisfied by the overwhelming margin of victory we achieved in St. Louis and St. Charles Counties."
"If this had this been a two candidate race instead of five I have little doubt we would have had a substantial win statewide. I have no regrets and know that God has a plan for all of us, and unless a recount shows differently, winning this election apparently isn't part of that plan."
"As for Colonel Jack Jackson, I have never known a more honorable man. He is as tough, courageous and independent as he is humble, dedicated and kind. I work for him because Missouri and the United States need more people like Jack Jackson in Government. It is a very rare opportunity that we have the chance to vote for a person of the caliber of Colonel Jack Jackson. It is my honor and privilege to serve under his command and I hope a recount, if ultimately requested, gives me the opportunity to continue in that service."
Paul Brown
Campaign Manager
Colonel Jack Jackson for State Auditor
I will sit down with the Democratic nominee for state auditor Susan Montee this afternoon for an interview on the general election ahead.
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