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    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    Date: January 15, 2014


    Contact: Bradley Pepper (713) 898-1257
    Austin, TX -- Today, State Representative Dwayne Bohac and his former District Director Kay Clinton
    presented Governor Rick Perry with a framed copy of a poem that the two wrote to honor the
    governor's service to the State of Texas. Entitled Paint Creek's Patriot, the poem represents a snapshot
    of Governor Perry's life from growing up in Paint Creek, Texas, to his rise to the Governor's Mansion.
    See an excerpt below:
    Paint Creek's Patriot
    He strolled out of Paint Creek with a twinkle in his eye
    His future was uncertain but his expectations high
    He was no ordinary man, though from humble West Texas roots
    This was a man of destiny wearing cowboy boots
    He'd been an Eagle Scout, distinguished from the pack
    He later penned On My Honor, as a way of giving back
    Standing out in College Station, this boy was on his way
    How far this Aggie from the Corps would go - no one would dare to say
    His anchor since elementary school, she keeps him grounded indeed
    With Anita, along with Griffin and Sydney, they're all he'll ever need
    Quite the natural leader with downright Texas appeal
    He soon stood out from all the rest, yes he was the "real deal"
    Committing early to his country it was the C-130 he flew
    The Air Force couldn't hold him, he had great things to do
    To the Texas House he made a bee line, yes he waltzed right in
    Everyone knew he had a future, a success story about to begin
    The next step on the master plan was becoming Ag Commish
    His star was on the rise and on that star Texas made a wish
    Knee deep in cotton, a country boy, for Ag a perfect fit
    But by now his worth was known - the political fire lit
    Lt. Governor became his goal and Texas chose her man
    In a few short years when "W" left, at the top of the heap he'd stand
    To the Mansion he made his way, He's The Best we say it loud
    A man of honor & character, yes he has done us proud

    The longest serving Governor in our proud state's history


    What he accomplished was through hard work, there is no mystery
    He gave Texas her reputation as 'conservative to the core'
    If you don't like the way he thinks, we'll show you to the door
    A tax cutter from the git-go, Perry fiercely holds the line
    A man with more restraint in spending you will never find
    Our economy and jobs they are the envy of the nation
    Californians are moving here for a permanent vacation
    Through low taxes and housing costs our robust State has spoken
    Businesses are flocking here the floodgate has been opened
    Of frivolous lawsuits he is no fan, "throw 'em out" we hear him say
    Only suits that are legit should see the light of day
    The Feds are out of control, stealing our rights without debate
    Walking on the Constitution, our Governor won't tolerate
    In our midst hides Liberty's enemy - a wildfire we must quell
    But the warrior who lives among us, for justice would walk through hell
    You know him by now, he's a 10th Amendment guy
    Stomping on State's rights is like pokin' a stick in his eye
    He has a higher calling, leaving Austin is a must
    He'll be remembered far and wide for his support of the least of us
    Making all of Texas proud he stood Austin on its head
    They say "We wish he'd stay forever" - I say "Amen well said"
    We love you Rick, your kind will never come again
    But we know you're on your way, God always has a plan
    Stand tall O man of Texas, never waiver on your way
    We'll be with as you take your place to fight another day
    We'll miss you when from Austin your new ship must set sail
    Your legacy will live forever and history your story tell
    With strong & grateful hearts we salute you one & all
    You are the Pride of the Lone Star State, making Texans stand tall
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