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June 1, 2010
Tim D’Annunzio: Setting the Record Straight
The attacks by the media, Republican establishment, and his opponent Harold Johnson have been orchestrated to derail the campaign of Tim D’Annunzio. Tim is setting the record straight and facing his attackers head on – by proving these accusations wrong, one at a time.
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Myth #1: Tim D’Annunzio is a “religious zealot” who believes he found the Ark of the Covenant, that he is the Messiah, and that God is going to drop a pyramid on Greenland.
Fact: It’s no secret that Tim is a born-again Christian. When his life seemed to be falling apart, Tim turned to to Christ and began to study the Bible. As a Christian, he has interpreted God’s word as written in the Bible to apply to the modern day. Tim believes God has a plan for his life, just as He does for all Christians. For this, Tim’s religious views have been attacked and misinterpreted by the liberal news media.
Myth #2: Tim is a drug addict with a criminal past.
Fact: Tim had a troubled upbringing. He escaped a culture of gangs and drugs by joining the military and moving to the Ft. Bragg area, where he’s lived for over 30 years. If you don’t believe that Tim has no criminal record from his younger years, click here to view a report from a background check that Tim voluntarily did on himself.
Myth #3: Tim was dishonorably discharged from the military.
Fact: Tim was Honorably Discharged from the Army in November, 1984, with several letters of recommendation from his commanders. Click here to view his honorable discharge papers and letters of recommendation.
Myth #4: Tim didn’t pay child support for his three children.
Fact: When Tim was starting his business, he was living below the poverty line, and lived modestly with his family in a doublewide trailer. Child support was set higher than the income he was making at the time. He was making virtually no money for almost two years and was unable to contribute full payment at times to the support of his children. He paid the arrearage and monthly payments on time the remaining years. To view a letter from Tim’s ex-wife stating that Tim was making a good faith effort to pay, click here. Tim went on to build and grow a manufacturing/sewing company, and he held two patents to which made his product “one of a kind.” With much success, Tim sold his self-made business for $30 million. Three of his adult children now work for his company and live nearby in Raeford.
Myth #5: Tim is a “loose cannon” who can’t control his temper.
Fact: Tim is a family man, married to his wife Colleen for almost 15 years, and has 6 children. As proven by overwhelming number of votes he received from those who know him in his hometown of Raeford, and nearby in Fayetteville, Tim is a successful businessman who would not be where he is today without discipline, hard work, and a clear head. In the parts of the district where Tim is not as well known, the media has portrayed him in a negative light.
Myth #6: Tim D’Annunzio didn’t pay payroll taxes on his employees and had a tax lien against his company.
Fact: Tim was only part owner in Paraclete Armor and Equipment. When he bought out his partners, he assumed the tax lien and promptly paid it off. He has always been current with all taxes.
Tim is a man who didn’t have any opportunities handed to him. He has worked for everything that he has and is thankful to God for it. You can count on one thing for certain – Tim will tell you the truth just as he has from day one.
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A U.S. Army veteran, Tim D’Annunzio was an infantryman, parachute rigger, and member of the prestigious Golden Knights parachute team. He has lived in the 8th district for 30 years. As a businessman and owner of Paraclete XP SkyVenture, the world’s largest indoor skydiving facility and wind tunnel, he has created jobs in Hoke County and stimulated the local economy. Tim is a conservative Republican supporting smaller government, lower taxes, and a stronger military. Visit www.TimVote.com.
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