Statement on New RNC Chairman

Texas Governor Rick Perry, chairman of the Republican Governors Association, issued the following statement on the election of Reince Priebus as chairman of the Republican National Committee:

“In light of the critical elections scheduled over the next two years, we absolutely must have a strong Republican National Committee supporting our candidates up and down the ballot. Reince Priebus’ leadership will continue our Party’s forward momentum and pave the way for genuine reforms that restore government of the people, by the people, for the people. His remarkable track record in Wisconsin, including the election of Governor Scott Walker, gives us great confidence in his abilities. Republican governors look forward to working with Reince to continue uniting our Party, growing our majority and getting America back on track.”