Senator and Taxpayer Advocate George Runner has announced the endorsement of Senate Republican leader Dennis Hollingsworth and Senator John Benoit in his campaign for Board of Equalization. This announcement comes on the heels of a successful fundraising period and the recent endorsements of Senators Aanestad, Strickland and Dutton.

In addition to being endorsed by a growing list of Republican leaders throughout the state, Runner has secured positions on the most proven and effective Republican slate mailers likely to be mailed to voters in the 2010 primary election.

“I am honored that Senate Republican Leader Hollingsworth and Senator Benoit have endorsed my candidacy for Board of Equalization,” said Runner. “Our campaign continues to see early momentum in fundraising and endorsements. I look forward to continuing the progress in the weeks and months ahead.”

Senator George Runner currently represents a large southern portion of BOE District 2 in the State Senate. He is well known statewide for his work in implementing the successful Amber Alert system and passing Jessica’s Law in 2006. He resides in Lancaster with his wife, former Assemblywoman Sharon Runner.