October 12, 2009

(Knoxville, TN) In another sign of growing campaign momentum, Knox County mayoral candidate State Senator Tim Burchett today announced that the campaign’s account has exceeded $100,000.

“Money is far from the only indication of a strong campaign, but for a county candidate to break the $100,000 mark this early in the cycle is very encouraging and deeply appreciated.” Burchett said. “Our message of moving this county in a new direction is being heard and the fact that we have received contributions ranging from $5.00 to $1,000 tells me we are on the right track.”

In addition to raising funds, Burchett is actively engaging voters every day. “I’ve been knocking on doors and meeting with voters since July. I’m asking people to put their trust in me, and I believe that means I need to be out earning that trust every day.

Burchett added, “It takes time, and if you’re serious about really listening to the voters, you have to commit yourself early and stick with it, but that should be what campaigns are all about.”

Burchett is seeking the Republican nomination for county mayor in the May 4, 2010 primary. Early voting starts April 14.