Kasich Campaign Press Release - Endorsements: Two Former Mississippi Congressmen Endorse John Kasich for President

Today, two former Mississippi Congressmen – Webb Franklin and Mike Parker –announced they have joined Governor John Kasich's presidential campaign as members of the Kasich for America Leadership Team. Both Franklin and Parker served with Kasich in Congress.

Said Franklin, "John and I were elected in the same class to Congress. I think he was the youngest member of the class. I know he was the smartest. I am proud to endorse my friend and former colleague for president."

Congressman Webb Franklin represented Mississippi's 2nd District from 1983-1986

Said Parker, "There is only one candidate in this race that will bring people together and get things done as president, and that's Gov. John Kasich. I served alongside him as he led the effort to balance the federal budget, and there's no one I trust more to restore economic vitality in this country."

Congressman Mike Parker represented Mississippi's 4th District from 1989-1998.

Said Kasich, "I'm grateful to have the support of Webb Franklin and Mike Parker. As former colleagues of mine and respected public servants, they both understand what it takes to reach across the aisle and unify people around commonsense solutions. I am thankful for their help as we spread that message far and wide across Mississippi."

Missisippi Public Officials Who Endorse John Kasich

Former US Senate Majority Leader Trent Lott

Former Congressman Webb Franklin

Former Congressman Mike Parker

Congressman Gregg Harper

Former State Senate President Pro Tem Giles Ward

State Senator Josh Harkins

State Senator Billy Hudson

State Senator Brice Wiggins

State Rep. Toby Barker

Transportation Commissioner Mike Tagert

Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes

Ridgeland Mayor Pro Tem Chuck Gautier

Workers Comp Commission Chairman Liles Williams

Tishomingo County Prosecuting Attorney Lee Thorne

Lincoln County Chancery Clerk Tillmon Bishop

Former Fordice Chief of Staff Mark Garriga

Former Fordice Chief of Staff Andy Taggart