Dave Weldon's Post-Loss Statement

Republican Dave Weldon, who lost his bid for U.S. Senate in Tuesday's primary to U.S. Rep. Connie Mack IV, issued the following statement in defeat:

"I want to thank all of my volunteers and supporters for helping me during this short and intense campaign. It has been a great joy to travel the state and to meet so many patriotic Floridians. I know we share the same passion for liberty, our Constitution, and a desire for a better future. The can-do American spirit that has built and sustained this great country lives on in Florida! While it did not turn out as we had hoped, we must now do everything we can to help elect the Romney-Ryan team and help Connie Mack defeat Bill Nelson. Connie has my endorsement. I now will return to my medical practice, my wife and family. However, I will remain engaged and do my part to help the Republican ticket. The future of our nation is at stake."