Coffman Receives American Conservative Union Award
Lauded for Conservative Voting Record

(WASHINGTON) — Rep. Mike Coffman (R-Aurora) has been honored by the American Conservative Union (ACU) and was presented today with an award for his conservative voting record during the first session of the 111th Congress.

“I’m honored to be recognized by the American Conservative Union for fighting to promote the principles of liberty and strength of the Constitution,” Coffman commented.

Eligibility for the award is based on how Members of Congress vote on a broad range of issues including taxes, wasteful government spending, cultural issues, defense and foreign policy.  “This award is a reflection of Representative Mike Coffman’s consistent support of conservative principles on a wide range of issues of concern to grass roots conservatives in 2009,” said David A. Keene, Chairman of the American Conservative Union.  “At a challenging time when the fundamental principles on which the American system of government are being challenged, Rep. Coffman stands with those who are trying to preserve those principles.”

The ACU scored Congress on 25 House votes in 2009, including the economic stimulus package, the financial industry bailout, and the House healthcare reform bill.

To view a complete list of the 2009 ACU Conservative award recipients, please visit http://www.conservative.org/congress-ratings/.

The American Conservative Union, the nation’s largest grassroots conservative organization, was founded in 1964, and serves as the umbrella organization for conservatives in America.

American Conservative Union Chairman David A. Keene presents Rep. Coffman with ACU’s award, May 6, 2010

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