Broadcast Show

December 16, 2011

Dear Friends,

Please tune in to PCNC show “NightTalk: Get to the Point” on WPXI tomorrow night from 8pm to 9pm where I will discussing issues such as Allegheny County Taxes, Port Authority, etc with the host P.J. Maloney. As… Read more

Thank you for your support!

November 18, 2011

Dear Friends,

Thank you for your support, encouragement, and for all your help on our campaign for Allegheny County Chief Executive. While, I certainly was disappointed to have lost the race, I was even more disappointed that Allegheny County voter… Read more

PPG: Allegheny County tax hike pondered

November 14, 2011

Allegheny County tax hike pondered
Would be first time council increased millage in 10 years
Monday, November 14, 2011
By Amy McConnell Schaarsmith, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Democrats on Allegheny County Council plan to pass a 1 mill tax… Read more

Election Night Remarks

November 9, 2011

Vote Today!

November 8, 2011

The polls open at 7am and close at 8pm. If you have any time please volunteer at our office at 1910 Cochran Rd, Manor Oak One, Pittsburgh, PA 15220. You can call us at 412-567-8448.

To find your polling place… Read more

Flaherty, Democrats Endorse Raja Momentum Grows Heading into Final Days of Campaign

November 3, 2011

Flaherty, Democrats Endorse Raja
Momentum Grows Heading into Final Days of Campaign

Pittsburgh – Former Democratic State Representative Shawn Flaherty and former Vice President of the Pittsburgh Public School Board, Randall Taylor keynoted the announcement of Democrats for Raja… Read more

Unhinged, Unstable, Unfit Rich Fitzgerald’s Erratic Behavior on Display at Last Night’s Debate, Calls Into Question Fitzgerald’s Fitness to Serve

November 2, 2011

Unhinged, Unstable, Unfit
Rich Fitzgerald’s Erratic Behavior on Display at Last Night’s Debate,
Calls Into Question Fitzgerald’s Fitness to Serve

PITTSBURGH, PA – Rich Fitzgerald’s continued erratic and aggressive behavior has once again called into question his ability… Read more

Raja Announces 100 Day Plan

October 26, 2011

Raja Lays out First 100 Days
Lays out stark contrast between a Fitzgerald administration and a Raja Administration

PITTSBURGH – Today Raja released a plan that outlines his goals for his first one hundred days as County Executive.

Raja… Read more

A Personal Message To My Supporters.

October 22, 2011

Some of my friends have approached me over the last few weeks and asked me why
I remain silent in the face of the false accusations and lies that my opponent
has been telling about me and my… Read more

Raja Announces Senior Policy

October 20, 2011

Raja Calls for Property Tax Freeze for Seniors
Unveils Policy That Calls for Improving Services for County’s Senior Citizens

PITTSBURGH – Today the Raja campaign unveiled their eighth policy initiative, which aims to improve the lives of our County’s… Read more

Raja To Eliminate The Drink Tax.

October 6, 2011

Raja Will Eliminate The Rich Fitzgerald Drink Tax, Without Raising Property Taxes.
Endorsed by the Western Chapter of the Pennsylvania Restaurant Association

PITTSBURGH – This morning Raja, candidate for Allegheny County Chief Executive, announced that he will seek… Read more

The Fact Sheet

October 1, 2011

In debate after debate Rich Fitzgerald has continued to lie about Raja’s record. Rich has also lied about his own record.

Check the PDF link and find out the truth.

The Fact Sheet

Raja Announces Plan For The Airport

September 29, 2011

Raja Announces Comprehensive Plan for the Pittsburgh International Airport.

PITTSBURGH – This morning Raja, candidate for Allegheny County Chief Executive, released his sixth major policy initiative, a detailed three-point plan for the Pittsburgh International Airport. In his remarks Raja… Read more

Raja Announces Port Authority Plan

September 22, 2011

Raja Announces Comprehensive Plan To Reform the Port Authority.
Fitzgerald still recycling failed policies.

PITTSBURGH – This morning Raja, candidate for Allegheny County Chief Executive, released his fifth major policy initiative, a detailed three-point plan for reforming the… Read more

Raja Announces Education Plan

September 15, 2011

Raja Announce Education Plan.
4th Major Policy Initiative.

PITTSBURGH – This morning Raja, candidate for Allegheny County Chief Executive, released his fourth major policy initiative, a three-point plan for developing partnerships between education institutions and industry. Raja said… Read more

Raja wins KQV Radio Poll!

September 13, 2011

Raja wins KQV radio poll in a huge blow out!

KQV did an opinion poll yesterday on our race.

The results were definitive! Raja wins huge!

Raja – 56%

Fitzgerald – 39%

Undecided – 5%

Momentum for… Read more

Raja Announces “ShaleShakedown.com” to Highlight Rich Fitzgerald’s Unethical Behavior

September 6, 2011

Raja Announces “ShaleShakedown.com” to Highlight Rich Fitzgerald’s Unethical Behavior

PITTSBURGH – This morning Raja’s Campaign for County Executive, announced the launch of ShaleShakedown.com, a website dedicated to highlighting Rich Fitzgerald’s unethical behavior while in office. The new web presence includes… Read more

Raja Launches Plan to make Allegheny County a Leader in Innovation.

September 1, 2011

Plan will Create jobs and make County Government More Effective
Fitzgerald campaign still void of any substance.

PITTSBURGH – This morning Raja, candidate for Allegheny County Chief Executive, released his third major policy initiative, a five-point plan for… Read more

Raja Announces Comprehensive Plan For Allegheny County Modernization.

August 18, 2011

Raja Announces Comprehensive Plan For Allegheny County Modernization.
Fitzgerald campaign still void of any substance.

PITTSBURGH – This morning Raja, candidate for Allegheny County Chief Executive, released his second major policy initiative, a six-point plan for modernizing county… Read more

Jobs Plan for Allegheny County

August 4, 2011

Executive Summary

The Raja Jobs Plan for Allegheny County draws from the regions strengths; a well-educated workforce, world-class educational institutions, major businesses, mineral wealth, transportation infrastructure and most importantly our high quality of life and low cost of living to… Read more

Raja calls on Fitzgerald to Support Non-Partisan Redistricting

August 1, 2011

Contact: James Genovese
James@joinraja.com

Raja calls on Fitzgerald to Support Non-Partisan Redistricting

County Council leaders on Friday laid out their plan to move forward with politically driven redistricting for county council seats. A special committee of council members has… Read more

New 4ft x 8ft Signs are here!

July 29, 2011

Call headquarters at 412-567-8448 if you are interested in putting a large 4ftx8ft sign your lawn or business!

Our First Townhall Star!

July 28, 2011

Last night we had a very successful townhall in White Oak at Luciano’s restaurant. The room was packed. The feedback from the crowd was fantastic.

For each event we will recognize our Townhall Star.

Our first star: Jodi… Read more

Our Townhall Stars

July 25, 2011

In order for each of these townhall events to be a success the most important thing is voter participation. We have seen unbelievable participation at each one of our events. You have seen some of the feedback on our facebook… Read more

Townhall Attendees’ likes, dislikes and ideas for Allegheny County

July 23, 2011

You can check out our townhall attendees likes, dislikes, and ideas about Allegheny County on Facebook. They are posted after each event.

http://www.facebook.com/JoinRaja

Here are the likes, dislikes and ideas from our event in the Strip District at the… Read more

Check out the new dates for our townhall events

July 21, 2011

Join us at one of the following free townhall events.

Saturday July 23rd
6:00pm
Rico’s Restaurant
1 Rico Lane
Pittsburgh, PA 15237

Wednesday July 27th
630pm
Luciano’s Restaurant
1212 Long Run RoadRead more

Pictures from our townhalls

July 19, 2011

Here are some photos from our townhalls.

Come join us at a townhall near you!

July 19, 2011

Come join us at a townhall near you and listen to Raja’s vision for the county!

Events
Join us at one of the following free townhall events.

Tuesday July 19th
6:30pm
Tolerico’s
2525 Monroeville Blvd
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Saturday’s Townhall Events Show Momentum

July 10, 2011

Our Saturday townhall events were outstanding. A good crowd in Robinson and another standing room only event in Shaler later in the day.

Voters all across the county continue to rally to Raja’s message of job creation. Voters continue… Read more

Townhall In Bethel A Success

July 8, 2011

Just a quick thank you to everyone who came out in Bethel Park to attend our second townhall.

We are going to put some pictures up today from the event. Great turnout. Great feedback. Great event.

Two more… Read more

Our first Townhall was a smashing success

July 1, 2011

Last night we embarked on our ambitious Townhall Tour of Allegheny County. We had a great turnout. With over 100 people at the event the room was packed with enthusiasm for this campaign and for real change in the county.… Read more

Kick Off Of Raja’s Townhall Tour

June 28, 2011

The Raja campaign is kicking off their Town Hall Tour of Allegheny County on June 30th at Andora restaurant in Mt. Lebanon from 6pm to 7pm.

These events are open to the public with refreshments.

Team Raja at the Mt. Lebanon Car Show

June 27, 2011

Raja Out On The Trail

June 6, 2011

Raja meeting voters at Lincoln Elementary school (May 17th, 2011)

Just shy of 500 “Likes” on Facebook

June 2, 2011

As we reach 500 “likes” on Facebook I wanted to thank all of my Facebook users for joining the effort. This campaign is about building momentum and reaching out to the voters. Facebook and Social Media is new technology that… Read more

Join The Campaign Today!

May 31, 2011

We need everyone’s help. As the campaign moves through the summer we will need everyone’s help to knock the doors and make the phone calls necessary for victory.

Join the campaign today!

http://joinraja.com/volunteer/

Happy Memorial Day Weekend

May 29, 2011

As we enjoy today and tomorrow’s activities let’s remember that Memorial Day is about the sacrifice made by our men and women in uniform. Thank a Veteran or an Armed Service Member this weekend.

I hope everyone enjoys the… Read more

In Case You Missed It – Raja interview with John Delano

May 25, 2011

http://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2011/05/18/raja-fitzgerald-set-to-face-off-in-county-executive-race/

Volunteer at Headquarters

May 24, 2011

Just because the primary came to an end last week doesn’t mean we don’t need your help. Come out to our campaign headquarters and help make history.

Raja for County Executive
Suite 100
Manor Oak One
1910

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In Case You Missed It here are a few pictures from Election Night

May 18, 2011

Thank You!

May 18, 2011

Thank you everyone for your support. A first step in our path to victory.

Text of Speech as Prepared:

INTRODUCTION

Thank You. Thank you all very much. I am honored to stand before you as the Republican nominee for

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Raja’s 2nd TV Ad

May 13, 2011

Watch our new TV Ad

May 2, 2011

Gov. Corbett endorses Raja for County Executive

April 20, 2011

MT. LEBANON, PA – Republican Governor Tom Corbett endorsed Allegheny County Executive candidate D. Raja today. “I am proud to endorse Raja for Allegheny County Executive. I know he’ll bring the job creation experience we need to the office,” said… Read more

Raja Gains North Hills Endorsements

April 8, 2011

Mt. Lebanon – D.Raja continues to pick up key Republican endorsements in his race for Allegheny County Executive this week, securing the support of the McCandless, Marshall, Pine and Franklin Park Republican Committees. “I am very proud to have received… Read more

Jim Roddey Endorses Raja for County Executive

April 5, 2011

GOP Chairman & Former Chief Executive and Vice Chairman Dave Majernik Join Growing List of Supporters

Mt. Lebanon, PA – Allegheny County Republican Committee Chairman and former Chief Executive Jim Roddey has endorsed D. Raja’s campaign for County Executive. “Raja… Read more

Raja Gains Endorsement of Plum Republican Committee

March 29, 2011

Mt. Lebanon – The Republican Committee of Plum County has voted to endorse D.Raja for County Executive. The endorsement follows the announcement of list of Republican Leaders across the county supporting Raja’s campaign, including Senator Pat Toomey, Rep. Tim Murphy… Read more

Senator Toomey, Congressman Murphy, Republican Leaders Endorse Raja

March 28, 2011

MT. LEBANON, PA – Today, Raja for County Executive announced the support of US Senator Pat Toomey, Congressman Tim Murphy, Majority Leader Mike Turzai, Former Congresswoman Melissa Hart, and other Republican leaders.

New Endorsements:

US Senator Pat Toomey
Congressman Tim

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POLITICS PA: Raja Emerges as Front Runner

March 24, 2011

By Keegan Gibson, Managing Editor

Tea Party leader Patti Weaver has dropped out of the race for Allegheny County Executive, making businessman and Mt. Lebanon Township Commissioner D. Raja the front runner for the GOP nomination.

Weaver, a conservative organizer… Read more

Republican Leaders Endorse Raja for County Executive

March 17, 2011

State Rep. Mark Mustio Lends Support to Raja’s campaign

MT. LEBANON — Republican leaders from across Allegheny County including State Representative Mark Mustio endorsed D. Raja’s campaign for County Executive today. “Raja’s business commonsense is exactly what we need in… Read more

KD’s Delano Interviews Raja

February 25, 2011

(KDKA) The first thing you need to know about D. Raja is his name.

“My only name is Raja, and I just took the initial D.” Raja told KDKA Political Editor Jon Delano.

Delano: “So you prefer that everyone call… Read more

Join the Raja Petition Drive

February 25, 2011

We’re closing in fast on the March 8 deadline to formally place Raja’s name on the May Primary ballot, and we need your help.
Please make sure you’re qualified to circulate by reviewing the following checklist:

I am registered

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Raja Announces! Pippy Endorses

February 17, 2011

Photos: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

PITTSBURGH, PA – This morning, local technology CEO and Mt. Lebanon Commissioner D. Raja officially announced his campaign for Allegheny County Executive in the historic Ewart Building in downtown Pittsburgh. Surrounded by… Read more

Be Part of History! Join Raja

February 16, 2011

We invite you to attend an historic event on Thursday, February 17, 2011, at 10:00 am in the lobby of the Ewart Building located at 925 Liberty Avenue in the Cultural District of downtown Pittsburgh. Raja is officially kicking off… Read more

Raja is Awarded Carnegie Science Center’s “Entrepreneur of the Year”

May 29, 2009

D. Raja Recognized by Carnegie Science Center with Entrepreneur Award

On May 8, the Carnegie Science Center announced the winners of their prestigious 2009 Awards Program. D. Raja, CEO of Computer Enterprises, Inc., was recognized by the Science Center for… Read more

Raja wins the 2008 Entrepreneur of the Year Award from Ernst & Young

September 14, 2008

CEO of Computer Enterprises, Inc. Winner of Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania – July 2, 2008 – Computer Enterprises Inc. (CEI) a global leader in information technology today announced that D. Raja, CEO has been selected… Read more

Raja awarded the Diamond Award for Region’s Top CEOs/Presidents by the Pittsburgh Business Times

September 14, 2008