Press Releases

Allentown- Republican Gubernatorial candidate Tom Corbett spoke today about the importance of small businesses to Pennsylvania�s economy as he toured Egypt Star Bakery in Allentown.

Exton- Republican Gubernatorial nominee Tom Corbett spoke about the importance of creating good paying, high skilled jobs that can support Pennsylvania families as he toured Bentley Systems in Exton. With so many Pennsylvania businesses hit hard by the economy, Corbett says it is time to work with our job creators, not against them.

June 23, 2010- Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Tom Corbett today released the following statement regarding environmental issues concerning Marcellus Shale: "While the Marcellus Shale offers great economic and energy independence opportunities for Pennsylvania, I believe that it must be developed responsibly and with strong environmental stewardship. We must make every effort to protect Pennsylvania�s waterways and lands."

York- Republican candidate for governor Tom Corbett today spoke about the importance of matching workers in Pennsylvania with the right set of skills to increase their job opportunities. Corbett toured the William F. Goodling Regional Advanced Skills Center in York and saw firsthand how people are being trained for industrial jobs so they can stay here in Pennsylvania rather than looking for jobs outside of the state.

Harrisburg- Republican gubernatorial candidate Tom Corbett today unveiled the Women for Tom Corbett coalition. Comprised of women leaders from across the Commonwealth, including Tom's wife of 37 years, Susan Manbeck Corbett, the coalition will work to mobilize and encourage women living and working in Pennsylvania to join the campaign and will ensure the priority of women's unique perspective on issues of concern during this campaign season.

Pittsburgh- Republican gubernatorial candidate Tom Corbett thanked Republican primary voters for their overwhelming support and expressed enthusiasm for the campaign ahead during a victory celebration in downtown Pittsburgh.

Willow Grove- Republican gubernatorial candidate Tom Corbett today unveiled the Veterans for Tom Corbett coalition during a rally at the Willow Grove VFW; veterans cited Tom�s record of standing up for our men and women in uniform as credence for their endorsement.

Philadelphia- Republican gubernatorial candidate Tom Corbett today during a visit to the Philadelphia Port Authority unveiled the fifth component of his jobs plan for Pennsylvania, Expanding Pennsylvania Worldwide a common-sense approach to international trade policy that positions Pennsylvania as a global leader and supports job creation statewide.

Johnstown- Republican gubernatorial candidate Tom Corbett today unveiled the Sportsmen for Tom Corbett coalition during a rally at the Solomon Run Pavilion in Johnstown, announcing statewide, broad based support for his 2nd amendment stances.

Philadelphia - During a visit to Philadelphia today, Speaker Newt Gingrich announced his endorsement of Tom Corbett for Governor via video. Gingrich cited Tom's proven record of courage and tenacity as the best choice for reform in Harrisburg, and putting Pennsylvania's economy back on track.