Indianapolis -- Former reality TV star Rupert Boneham said he thinks he has a real shot at becoming Indiana's next governor after being nominated as a third-party choice Saturday.
The fan favorite from 2004's "Survivor: All-Stars" was unopposed for the Libertarian Party's nomination, which came during the party's state convention in Indianapolis.
"My aim, honestly, is to win governor," Boneham said in a phone interview afterward. "I really feel I have a strong chance of pulling not just the Libertarian vote, but the independent vote, the undecided vote, and maybe even some votes from Democrats and Republicans."
He will face Republican Mike Pence and Democrat John Gregg in November's gubernatorial election. Current Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels is limited to two terms and cannot run again.
"We have a governor's candidate in Rupert Boneham that can reach out to the 70 percent of the population that does not vote, and bring them into the process,...
The fan favorite from 2004's "Survivor: All-Stars" was unopposed for the Libertarian Party's nomination, which came during the party's state convention in Indianapolis.
"My aim, honestly, is to win governor," Boneham said in a phone interview afterward. "I really feel I have a strong chance of pulling not just the Libertarian vote, but the independent vote, the undecided vote, and maybe even some votes from Democrats and Republicans."
He will face Republican Mike Pence and Democrat John Gregg in November's gubernatorial election. Current Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels is limited to two terms and cannot run again.
"We have a governor's candidate in Rupert Boneham that can reach out to the 70 percent of the population that does not vote, and bring them into the process,...
- 3/25/2012
- by AP
- Huffington Post
Indianapolis -- Former reality TV star Rupert Boneham said he thinks he has a real shot at becoming Indiana's next governor after being nominated as a third-party choice Saturday.
The fan favorite from 2004's "Survivor: All-Stars" was unopposed for the Libertarian Party's nomination, which came during the party's state convention in Indianapolis.
"My aim, honestly, is to win governor," Boneham said in a phone interview afterward. "I really feel I have a strong chance of pulling not just the Libertarian vote, but the independent vote, the undecided vote, and maybe even some votes from Democrats and Republicans."
He will face Republican Mike Pence and Democrat John Gregg in November's gubernatorial election. Current Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels is limited to two terms and cannot run again.
"We have a governor's candidate in Rupert Boneham that can reach out to the 70 percent of the population that does not vote, and bring them into the process,...
The fan favorite from 2004's "Survivor: All-Stars" was unopposed for the Libertarian Party's nomination, which came during the party's state convention in Indianapolis.
"My aim, honestly, is to win governor," Boneham said in a phone interview afterward. "I really feel I have a strong chance of pulling not just the Libertarian vote, but the independent vote, the undecided vote, and maybe even some votes from Democrats and Republicans."
He will face Republican Mike Pence and Democrat John Gregg in November's gubernatorial election. Current Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels is limited to two terms and cannot run again.
"We have a governor's candidate in Rupert Boneham that can reach out to the 70 percent of the population that does not vote, and bring them into the process,...
- 3/25/2012
- by AP
- Aol TV.
Indianapolis -- Rupert Boneham won over TV viewers during 2004's "Survivor: All-Stars" – earning a nifty $1 million as the overwhelming choice for fan favorite. Now the bushy-bearded, tie-dye-wearing Boneham is hoping Indiana voters will find him just as charming.
Boneham, 47, announced Saturday that he's seeking the Libertarian Party nomination for Indiana governor, saying he wants to take on the state's political establishment because he feels voters deserve better.
At a news conference in Indianapolis, Boneham said he's the best candidate to replace Republican Gov. Mitch Daniels, who has reached his term limit and can't run next year, because he's "not beholden to any special interests."
In prepared statements circulated later by his campaign, Boneham said he wants to run as the Libertarian candidate because he thinks Indiana voters deserve an alternative to "the dysfunctional state of our current government."
"I have only one interest: Empowering Hoosiers to give back to their communities.
Boneham, 47, announced Saturday that he's seeking the Libertarian Party nomination for Indiana governor, saying he wants to take on the state's political establishment because he feels voters deserve better.
At a news conference in Indianapolis, Boneham said he's the best candidate to replace Republican Gov. Mitch Daniels, who has reached his term limit and can't run next year, because he's "not beholden to any special interests."
In prepared statements circulated later by his campaign, Boneham said he wants to run as the Libertarian candidate because he thinks Indiana voters deserve an alternative to "the dysfunctional state of our current government."
"I have only one interest: Empowering Hoosiers to give back to their communities.
- 10/23/2011
- by AP
- Huffington Post
Rupert Boneham knows something about backstabbing and alliance building from his multiple turns on the reality series "Survivor." Well, he'll have to use those skills and more in his next effort, running for Indiana governor.
The 47-year-old Boneham announced Saturday (Oct. 22) that he's vying for the Libertarian Party nomination. He started an exploratory committee for the run in late August.
"I have only one interest: Empowering Hoosiers to give back to their communities. If the government puts up roadblocks, then they should be repealed," Boneham says in a statement.
He continues, "Hoosiers have consistently voted in professional politicians and look at the results. Hoosiers should have a different choice in 2012."
Boneham joins a crowded field of contenders looking to replace outgoing Governor Mitch Daniels who has to leave due to term limits. Other candidates include Republican Rep. Mike Pence and former Democratic Indiana House Speaker John Gregg.
As for Boneham's prospects,...
The 47-year-old Boneham announced Saturday (Oct. 22) that he's vying for the Libertarian Party nomination. He started an exploratory committee for the run in late August.
"I have only one interest: Empowering Hoosiers to give back to their communities. If the government puts up roadblocks, then they should be repealed," Boneham says in a statement.
He continues, "Hoosiers have consistently voted in professional politicians and look at the results. Hoosiers should have a different choice in 2012."
Boneham joins a crowded field of contenders looking to replace outgoing Governor Mitch Daniels who has to leave due to term limits. Other candidates include Republican Rep. Mike Pence and former Democratic Indiana House Speaker John Gregg.
As for Boneham's prospects,...
- 10/23/2011
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
He won a million dollars on "Survivor." Now Rupert Boneham wants to win the governorship of Indiana.
The bearded man with the tie-dyed shirts has announced he's launching an exploratory committee to run for governor of his home state.
"I see an opportunity to make a difference for Indiana," he writes on his website. "While surveying the current choices for our next Governor, I do not see anyone that has an understanding of what daily life is like for many Hoosiers nor anyone who appears to understand the harm that misguided government policies are doing to our communities."
For the last 20 years, Boneham has been helping at-risk youth through his own charity.
If he chooses to run, Boneham will run as a Libertarian. Others already planning to take a shot at the seat Gov. Mitch Daniels is vacating include Democrat John Gregg and Republican Mike Pence.
Boneham expects to announce...
The bearded man with the tie-dyed shirts has announced he's launching an exploratory committee to run for governor of his home state.
"I see an opportunity to make a difference for Indiana," he writes on his website. "While surveying the current choices for our next Governor, I do not see anyone that has an understanding of what daily life is like for many Hoosiers nor anyone who appears to understand the harm that misguided government policies are doing to our communities."
For the last 20 years, Boneham has been helping at-risk youth through his own charity.
If he chooses to run, Boneham will run as a Libertarian. Others already planning to take a shot at the seat Gov. Mitch Daniels is vacating include Democrat John Gregg and Republican Mike Pence.
Boneham expects to announce...
- 8/30/2011
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
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