However, the real fuel for Iowa Republicans' love for Trump is to be found in the strong ties between the candidate and Branstad.
Mr. Summers, 46, is seen as one of America's brightest economic minds, a man with deep roots in academia, strong ties to the corporate world, extensive international connections and a colorful record in government.
We have a very talented group of local staff in Cairo and we hope this generates even more interest amongst local communities to join us in building strong ties between the UK and Egypt," the FCO said.
And let's remember, not only will he now have President Obama coming into Pennsylvania to campaign for him, but he'll also have Joe Biden coming in with his strong ties in the State, and he'll also have Hillary Clinton coming in, and she won the State in the primary campaign.
Turkey, a NATO member, has long been Israel's closest friend in the Muslim world, with $2.5 billion in trade in 2009 and strong ties between the countries' militaries and governments.
Hezbollah is a military, political and social organization in Lebanon with strong ties to Iran, a bloc in Lebanon's Parliament and ministers in the cabinet.
Ben Clement is a photographer based in Melbourne, with strong ties to his homeland in Gisborne, New Zealand.
Ben Clement is a photographer based in Melbourne, with strong ties to his homeland in Gisborne, New Zealand.
Today, the Pascua Yaqui Tribe in Tucson maintains strong ties with many of its members in the Sonoran home lands.
In addition, his strong ties to former Gov. Jim Florio -- who fared poorly in his primary bid against Mr. Corzine -- does not work in his favor.
