Democratic frontrunner Kinky Friedman withdraws from Texas Governors Race – Seek Ag Commissioner post instead – Former Houston Mayor Bill White in the race

 Posted by on 2010/01/13  Comments Off
Jan 132010
 
Democratic frontrunner Kinky Friedman withdraws from Texas Governors Race - Seek Ag Commissioner post instead - Former Houston Mayor Bill White in the race

Following weekend meetings with Mayor Bill White and Farouk Shami, Kinky Friedman announced today that he is abandoning his campaign for Texas Governor and entering the race to become the Democratic nominee for Texas Commissioner of Agriculture. “This has never been about me; this has always been about what is best for the people of Texas and the Democratic Party,” Friedman stated. “After my visit with Bill my mind was made up. There is a clear alternative for the people of Texas, and today I’m changing courses with a happy heart. I’ve determined that the best way that I can help the ticket and serve Texas families is by switching to the Ag Commissioner’s race. Former Texas Agriculture Commissioner, Jim MORE

Alaska Governor Sarah Palin to Resign

 Posted by on 2009/07/03  Comments Off
Jul 032009
 
Alaska Governor Sarah Palin to Resign

Alaska Governor Sarah Palin said on Friday she will resign this month and will not run for re-election as governor. “I’m not seeking re-election,” Palin told a news conference at which she said she would transfer authority to Lieutenant Governor Sean Parnell. Palin was Republican presidential candidate John McCain’s vice presidential running mate in last year’s election and rallied the party’s conservative base. There has been speculation that she would seek to be the Republican Party’s presidential candidate in 2012. “We know we can effect positive change outside government at this moment in time,” she said. Palin said her decision came after much “prayer and consideration.” She did not want to waste time on “political blood sport” and cited public MORE