Author: Don Blankenship

Don Blankenship, Republican candidate for U.S. Senate and former CEO of Massey Energy Company will host a series of events including two town halls, a luncheon, and a breakfast in the Northern Panhandle on Thursday, February 22nd, and Friday, February 23rd. The campaign recommends that those interested in attending pre-register for the events. However, attendees may also register at the door. Mr. Blankenship will speak briefly and then answer questions from those in attendance at all events. MARSHALL COUNTY LUNCHEON DETAILS: Don Blankenship for U.S. Senate LuncheonThe Sanford Center, 1600 3rd Street Room #104, Moundsville, WV, 26041Thursday, February 22nd, 2018,…

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UPDATE: After a conversation between Don Blankenship and Attorney General Patrick Morrisey, earlier today, we have made several minor changes to this ad to ensure it accurately depicts Morrisey’s relationships with Cardinal Health and Planned Parenthood. In an abundance of caution, we have also made a few changes in the ad explanation. Williamson, W.Va. – Don Blankenship, former CEO of Massey Energy Company and candidate for U.S. Senate, released a web ad that highlights Patrick Morrisey’s connections to pharmaceutical companies and abortionists. This ad exposes Morrisey’s hypocrisy. He claims that his wife’s business activities are not connected to him. For…

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This ad delivers a very important message for West Virginians. Particularly those who want to keep their job or hope to find a job near home. The ad also reminds us all how long we have lived in poverty and in fear of being unable to support our families in West Virginia. Personally, I am reminded that even when I graduated from Marshall in 1972 I had to leave West Virginia to find a job. We have been the victim of career politicians putting themselves first and their voters last for decades. In fact, combined Manchin and Jenkins themselves have…

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On Thursday, February 8th, the Don Blankenship for U.S. Senate campaign will hold its fourth town hall meeting in Vienna, West Virginia, at the Grande Pointe Conference and Reception Center. A reception will precede the event at 5:30 p.m. and the program will begin at 6 p.m. The event is expected to conclude about 7:30 p.m. Attendance is free and everyone is welcome. The campaign recommends that those interested in attending register for the event on the campaign website at votedonblankenship.com. However, attendees can also register at the door. Mr. Blankenship will speak briefly and then answer questions from those…

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At his town hall meeting in Beckley, West Virginia, Don Blankenship revealed some previously undisclosed Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) emails. These emails are among those that the federal prosecutors withheld from his defense attorneys in violation of what is known as Brady material disclosure rules. The emails were improperly withheld for more than two years, and support several important matters.

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Don Blankenship, former CEO of Massey Energy Company and candidate for U.S. Senate, announced today that during a presentation at his Beckley town hall meeting on Thursday, he will reveal some previously undisclosed Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) emails. The emails will be from among those that the federal prosecutors withheld from Mr. Blankenship’s defense attorneys in violation of what is known as Brady material disclosure rules. The Don Blankenship for U.S. Senate town hall meeting will be held at the Beckley Raleigh County Convention Center at 6 pm. on Thursday, January 25th. Reception will begin at 5:30. The…

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