I want to thank everyone that helped me with my campaign and everyone who voted for me.  I was particularly pleased that as I worked hard in every county, driving over 10,000 miles just in the last month, that I had consistent support across the 2nd Congressional District.

I would like to thank those who gave financially.  Although we were under-funded, for the dollars spent we did very well.

Because I have not seen the results of absentee voting, I will only say that I congratulate both of my opponents and wish them well.

I believe that with the help of Conservative Republicans I have driven the debate to highlight conservative values.

I expect that the one who is victorious in this contest will live by the Republican Party's platform and by the Conservative values they have stated they support.

Lee Harder