David Dewhurst
Age: 66
Residence: Houston
Professional/Political Experience: University of Arizona; US Air Force; CIA; State Department; Founder of Falcon Seaboard energy and investment company; Texas Land Commissioner 1999-2003; Texas Lt. Governor since 2003.
Texas Connection: Born in Houston; Cattle rancher and champion horse rider inducted into Texas Rodeo Cowboy Hall of Fame 2009
Why I am the best choice: "I believe that my unique experience – as a businessman creating jobs and as an elected official restraining government – makes me the best candidate to represent Texas during these difficult times. As lieutenant governor, I helped make the Texas economy one of the best in the nation by repeatedly cutting taxes and spending, and balancing every budget without raising taxes."
Top Priorities: Repeal the federal health care plan; Reduce the deficit through cuts to government spending; Pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Official Website: www.dewhurstfortexas.com