Lieutenant Governor Peter Kinder Press Releases

June 5, 2012

Lt. Governor Peter Kinder statement on Scott Walker Victory in Wisconsin Recall

JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri Lt. Governor Peter Kinder tonight issued the following statement on Gov. Scott Walker's historic victory in the Wisconsin Recall Elections:

“Tonight, with a huge voter turnout, Wisconsin voters have made history. Fighting a courageous battle, Governor Scott Walker has become the first Governor in American history to survive an attempted recall.

“Governor Walker's smashing victory is proof that successful, mainstream fiscal reforms will triumph over union bosses and their selfish, special-interest agenda. Congratulations to Governor Walker, Lt. Governor Kleefisch, and the people of Wisconsin.”