A letter is circulating amongst the business community in North Texas which contains the names of prominent men and women that are traditionally supporters of Republican candidates and causes, who are now supporting Bill White for Governor. From the Fort Worth Star-Telegram:
John Adams, former chairman and CEO of Chase Bank of Texas, said the majority of the signers are moderate Republicans like himself. But he said some are independents who have supported both Democrats and Republicans.
He said the letter is aimed at appealing to "independents and Republicans that Bill may be able to pull across the aisle and show his bipartisan support."
About half the signers supported Hutchison in the primary, according to White's campaign.
"Obviously we think Perry ought to be replaced," Adams said.
The continued circulation of this letter through traditionally conservative circles will hopefully continue and yield bi-partisan support for Bill White. This is the type of support that candidates with strong bi-partisan records attract. It is very refreshing to see the consensus building around White as we move closer to November.
