The Democratic primary takes place in June. From AP-
Bucking party leaders who urged him not to run, U.S. Rep. Rob Andrews has decided to challenge Frank Lautenberg for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate.None of the Republicans are likely to unseat Lautenberg. Andrews has a better chance, but at this late stage it appears his run is just a cover for his retirement from Congress.Andrews told Democratic officials of his intentions Wednesday, 48 hours after his conspicuous absence from Lautenberg's formal re-election announcement in Trenton.
"I have decided that I will place my name and my credentials before the people of New Jersey to serve as their new United States senator," Andrews said. "The people of New Jersey deserve to choose their senator."
State and national party leaders tried feverishly over the past 48 hours to dissuade the eight-term congressman from challenging the 84-year-old Lautenberg.
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Andrews, 50, has been South Jersey's 1st Congressional District representative since 1990. Lautenberg seeks another six-year term, which would expire when he turns 90.
Three Republicans are also seeking the seat.
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But why does that fossil, L... (Below threshold)1. Posted by COgirl | April 3, 2008 11:26 AM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)
But why does that fossil, Lautenberg, even want to run for reelection? Shouldn't there be a time in your life when you just decide to slow down and enjoy your family, see the world, pursue hobbies? You can't take power with you into the grave.
This comment holds true for Democrats and Republicans alike who decide they'd rather die in office than have a life. (Thurmond and Byrd included.)
1. Posted by COgirl | April 3, 2008 11:26 AM |
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2. Posted by Jim Addison | April 4, 2008 5:06 AM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)
I don't know anything about Andrews, but it would be hard to imagine he could be worse than Lautenberg.
Of course, my imagination is constantly challenged by the innovative stupidity of the political class.
2. Posted by Jim Addison | April 4, 2008 5:06 AM |
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Posted on April 4, 2008 05:06