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Nick is back in 2012 and running for Congress in CA-53rd district. Please help us get the word out and share the bio. From the Fall of the Saddam statue in 2003, to the time when he was wounded in Fallujah 2004, to the time you supported him in his last congressional run. You have been there and we thank you. God Bless you and thanks again, April Popaditch

A few months back I wrote a story about Veterans for Congress, focusing in particular on Marine Gunnery Sgt. Nick Popaditch, who is running for Congress in San Diego’s 51st district. “Gunny Pop” as he was affectionately known in the Corps, was grievously wounded in the first battle for Fallujah, Iraq, when he was hit in the head by an enemy RPG. Medically retired, he lost one eye and retains 8 percent use in his second eye, only because of the medical staff’s heroic efforts and Nick’s indomitable spirit. Nick earned the Silver Star for his battlefield bravery and innovation....

iCaucus endorsed Candidate for US Congress in California's 51st Congressional District Nick "Gunny Pop" Popaditch addresses the crowd at the iCaucus Freedom Rally at Sweetwater Harley Davidson in National City 04/24/10 - Part 1 of 2 (2 of 2 linked below)

Dear freepers. This Thursday morning, 3/18/2010, at 8:00AM Pacific (11:00 eastern) Marine Gunnery Sergeant Nick Popaditch will join us for an hour or so live on FR to say hello and answer as many questions as he can in that time. His lovely wife April will be joining him as well. As many of you know, Nick is a candidate for Congress in California's 51st district. He is attempting to unseat the Pelosi butt kisser and socialist named Bob Filner. Nick is also a retired Tank Commander who had two great stints in the Marine Corps (prounounced 'core', Mr. Obama,...

By Donald Harrison - SD Jewish World, February 15, 2010 POLITICS—The Republican candidacy of former Marine Gunnery Sergeant Nick Popaditch in the 51st Congressional District has prompted incumbent Bob Filner, chairman of the House Veteran Affairs Committee, to caution supporters that “there are no safe seats.” Popaditch, who once was pictured in a tank by the infamous statue of Saddam Hussein in Iraq, lost an eye in combat and has written a book, Once a Marine, about his experiences, clearly appealing to the same veterans constituency that Filner has so assiduously cultivated. “The candidate running against me has no credentials...

Former Marine Nick Popaditch, aka the Cigar Marine, is running for the Republican nomination to challange the incumbent Democrat in the California 51st Congressional race for 2010. He needs your support. The district is heavily Democratic and he faces an uphill struggle but this Marine is one tough opponent. This man is a true war hero, not some "Swift Boat" wannabe. His slogan, "A Marines word is his bond", says it all. He gained national popularity when he was photographed atop his tank turret smoking a cigar at the fall of Baghdad. Later in the war he was seriously wounded...

At no time should we ever compromise ourselves to anyone who is seeking to destroy our God-given freedom and liberty – we either stand up, or fall fighting for it! This, in essence, is the gist of the speeches delivered by former Congressman Duncan L. Hunter, and his son, Congressman Duncan D. Hunter, guest speakers at the celebration of America’s Independence by the Skyline Church of La Mesa. Dubbed “Celebrating Life Together” the Independence Day services/celebration was held Friday afternoon, July 3, 2009. Dr. James L. Garlow, Skyline’s senior pastor, introduced the Hunters with these beautiful words: “These congressmen don’t...

Nick is putting on his battle gear and getting ready for a redeployment to serve his community and country once again. Cross your fingers and say a little prayer for us. We thank you for all the support you all gave our family during OIF1 and OIF2 when Nick came home wounded. Thank you for your prayers. Tomorrow is The Marine Corps Birthday and Nick will be making his Official announcement for his candidacy. What a way to celebrate our Marine Corps Birthday. Have a blessed Veterans Day, April Popaditch

http://www.popaditchforcongress.com/