"Bob Straniere will be a strong voice for taxpayers and for the reforms we need to lower energy prices, strengthen our economy, and create new jobs. A lifelong Staten Islander with a long record of service in the State Assembly, Bob will be an effective advocate for his district and a key ally in our effort to fix a broken Washington."
-- House Republican Leader Rep. John Boehner (R-OH)

"I am pleased to lend my support to Bob Straniere for New York's 13th Congressional District. I look forward to working with him in Washington, D.C. as a Member of the 110th Congress. Bob Straniere has great legislative experience and he will be ready to roll up his sleeves and help on major legislation such as the Highway Reauthorization bill that I will be working on as the Ranking Republican of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. His experience and leadership will be of great value to Staten Island and the city of New York as we work to overhaul our major transit and highway programs for the 21st Century. In bringing to Congress a common sense approach to government, Bob Straniere will help us rebuild our economy, become energy independent and provide a brighter future for our next generation. As the former chairman of the Italian American delegation in Congress, I look forward to Bob Straniere's service in the U.S. House of Representatives. He is well respected for his appreciation of our rich Italian-American heritage and he will be a great credit to New York, the 13th District, and our nation."
-- Rep. John Mica (R-Fla.)

"I am proud to endorse Bob Straniere in his bid for the 13th Congressional District. In addition to Bob Straniere's 24 years of service to families on Staten Island, Bob is a good community member, husband, father and grandfather. [Bob] has an understanding of the financial markets and how Wall Street affects Main Street. He has the broad financial expertise that families desperately need during these tough economic times. Bob understands and will fight for lower taxes, sensible government restraints and more personal freedoms that every New Yorker and American deserves. The families of Staten Island and Brooklyn need Bob Strainere fighting for them."
-- New York State Republican Party Chairman Joseph N. Mondello

"The endorsement reflects your commitment to renewing a culture of life, not only in New York, but throughout the nation. We look forward to working with you in Congress to restore legal protection for innocent life - unborn children and medically disabled or dependent persons whose lives are threatened by abortion or euthanasia...This willingness to take up the fight for life in the U.S. Congress makes us proud to endorse you."
-- National Right to Life PAC

"He's smart, a tough campaigner, he's got vast legislative experience (24 years in the state Assembly) and he knows the issues -- for Staten Island and the nation -- as well as anyone. And there is no question, either, about his commitment to this borough."
-- Staten Island Advance

"Bob and I worked very well together when we were in the Assembly together...he was a key helper when I was governor and he was in the Assembly. I look forward to seeing him help the people of Staten Island get the appropriate representation in Washington that they need."
-- Governor George Pataki

"I've known him for a lifetime, really. And when you talk about a dedicated, committed person who wants to serve and has the commitment to serve...he's just the kind of person that people oughta be looking to for leadership."

"...the people have to get focused...because they have to realize that the people who serve in Congress have huge effects on their lives, and if they get focused, that seat will stay Republican, because you have a person who steps up and is ready to serve, and can serve with distinction."
-- State Senate Majority Leader Joe Bruno

"We have a great, dedicated and hard-working candidate in Bob Straniere...I recognize the energy and dedication Bob brings to this campaign. As a long-term Assemblyman Bob is uniquely qualified to represent the 13th Congressional District in the House of Representatives."
-- Brooklyn Republican Party Chairman Craig Eaton

"I'm supporting Bob Straniere...I knew him when he was in the Assembly. He has the experience…and I think he can put it together."
-- Congressman Peter King

"Bob Straniere is a great American, New Yorker, and future Congressman. I have known and worked with Bob since we were elected to the New York State Assembly in 1980. Bob is a man of tremendous character, inspiring leadership, and of complete commitment to the people of New York. I am proud to endorse my friend and have full faith that he will be serving next to me in 2009."
-- Congressman Randy Kuhl