Shays Announces for United States Senate; Calls for balanced budget within six years

Hartford - Christopher Shays today officially announced he is a candidate for the United States Senate

By AMANDA BERGEN

He made the announcement just after noon before an enthusiastic crowd at the Old State House in Hartford.

During his speech, Shays said he would make it a #1 priority to balance the federal budget.  As Congressman, Shays sponsored and voted for a balanced budget amendment, and balanced the budget for four years despite a Democrat President.  

“When I am elected to the United States Senate, I will sponsor legislation that balances the budget within my six year term of office, and vote that way, regardless of the political consequences, and regardless of which party is in the majority,” said Shays.  “Until we get our financial house in order, nothing else matters.”  

Shays emphasized that we need to send someone to the United States Senate who can get the job done, someone who doesn’t need on-the-job training; someone who is ready on day one.

“We need to elect a United States Senator who possesses the courage, the record, and the experience to get things done,” said Shays.  “That's why I'm running for United States Senate. I have the courage to stand up for what needs to be done, but I also have the knowledge and experience to know how to get it done, and a record of accomplishment that you can rely on.”