May 11, 2008 - 2:43pm
Congressional candidate Charlie Summers returns from Iraq
By Jessica Alaimo
Charlie Summers, a Republican candidate in the 1st congressional district, returned home from Iraq Saturday evening, greeting a small group of friends and family at the Portland Jetport.
Summers' wife, Ruth, has stood in for him as he served as a Navy reservist in Iraq.
In the next month, Summers has planned a rigorous debate schedule against GOP primary opponent Dean Scontras.
Photos provided by Maine Republican Party Chairman Mark Ellis.
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I'm not voting for him, but
I'm not voting for him, but I'm very glad he's home safely.
I am voting for him
And I'm glad he's home safe and sound.
Welcome home. May the rest
Welcome home. May the rest soon follow.
I'm confused
Remind me....how do we tell Charlie Summers apart from Adam Cote?
Well...
At least Charlie admits to being a Republican!
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