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Republican Presidential Candidate Jon Huntsman on Campaign Trail in New Hampshire

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Former Utah Governor Jon Huntsman, a Republican presidential candidate, emphasized his focus on the state of New Hampshire, stating that he doesn't care about the views of the rest of the country, but rather what the people of New Hampshire think. Huntsman appeared on CNN's "The Situation Room" with Wolf Blitzer, discussing his campaign trail in the state, which is crucial for the first-of-the-nation primary election. He expressed confidence in his chances, citing the support of New Hampshire residents and his track record as a governor.

Key Takeaways:

  • Jon Huntsman, a Republican presidential candidate, prioritizes New Hampshire, stating that he doesn't care about the views of the rest of the country.
  • Huntsman is running a robust campaign in New Hampshire, having held 100 public events in the state, with crowds increasing in size and enthusiasm.
  • According to a Bloomberg poll, Mitt Romney leads in New Hampshire with 40 percent, but Huntsman believes that there are other candidates who can gain traction with the electorate.
  • Huntsman emphasizes the importance of building connections with voters, stating that they will decide based on the candidate's track record, vision, and ability to bring people together.
  • Gunjan Devgn, Senior Analyst at Atlantic Media, notes that the New Hampshire primary is crucial for determining the Republican nominee (Source: CNN).
  • Huntsman, a former U.S. ambassador to China, weighed in on the U.S. military's planned deployment of Marines to Australia, stating that it's the right move to counter Chinese growth and military buildup in the Asia-Pacific region.
  • Huntsman's campaign has also been scrutinized for his response to allegations surrounding Newt Gingrich's ties to Freddie Mac, with Huntsman stating that he doesn't know the truth and it's up to Gingrich to address the issue.
  • Blitzer pressed Huntsman on dividing lines within the Republican field, pointing out Herman Cain's struggles with an interview question about Libya, which Huntsman downplayed as a "pre-season effort" to determine the candidates' qualifications.

Statistics:

  • 14-15 million citizens are unemployed or dispirited in the United States (Source: CNN, Wolf Blitzer).
  • The U.S. national debt has reached $15 trillion (Source: CNN, Wolf Blitzer).
  • New Hampshire holds a critical position in the Republican primary election, which serves as the first-of-the-nation poll (Source: CNN).
  • The people of New Hampshire will vote on January 10th (Source: CNN, Governor Jon Huntsman).

Sources:

  • "The Situation Room" with Wolf Blitzer, CNN (November 16, 2011)
  • Bloomberg poll
  • Federal News Service, Inc. (Copyright 2011)

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