Thank You!

Dear friend:

I want to share with you my, single overwhelming emotion right now – and it is entirely one of gratitude!

Anyone who has campaigned before knows there are highs and lows along the road.  The key is to stay focused on the ultimate goal, learn from any all miscues, and remember the good people you meet and help you along the way.

I owe an immense debt of gratitude to every RTC member, State Central member and elected Republican official who took the time to listen and discuss issues, and to offer advice and encouragement.

There are far too many who helped to list individually! 

So I will thank two who best represent the two groups that have supported my campaign.

The first are the members of my Sherman RTC.  They supported my efforts for years.  And like every other RTC in the 5th District, they are the ones doing the work, day in and day out, to get good Republicans elected to office so we all can benefit from Republican stewardship of our government.

As I visited the 41 communities of the 5th District over this past winter and spring, I heard first-hand the passion and hard work of all of our RTC members.  It is inspiring and I salute you all for the good work you are doing!

The second group is comprised of our elected Republican officials -- and Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton best represents that group.  He is the Republican leader of the largest city in our District and was among the first to support my candidacy.  He hosted my launch at Danbury City Hall, and he has been incredibly generous, despite his substantial workload, sharing ideas and insights and offering encouragement. 

I will be forever grateful to Mayor Mark.  His support was echoed many times over by our Republican State Senators, State Representatives, Mayors and First Selectmen and Selectmen.  I am grateful to each and every one for their time and words of support and encouragement!

Hit the Ground Running!

As I mentioned last night in Hartford, I want to transition quickly from the Convention phase of the campaign to the general election phase – and I will continue to need your help to guide and tailor my campaign efforts in your communities.

I hesitate to ask for help so soon – but the task ahead of is great and we need to get started right away!

If you would like to help with the campaign, please visit our campaign website – claycope.com – and register.

Additionally, political campaigns are not cheap.  In fact, they are expensive!
If you would like to make a financial commitment to our efforts, you’ll find it easy to do so on our website by clicking here.    We also request that you share our message with others via social media.

And if you have an idea for an event or function I should attend in your town or community, please let me know as soon as possible.  I need to hear about those as well.

Again, thank your for your thoughtful and generous support, and much appreciated encouragement. 

I am ready to win in November and with your help we can do this together!

Very best regards,

Clay Cope
Republican Candidate for Congress
5th District, Connecticut