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Harris Poll Shows Kratovil Down Double Digits
November 20, 2009, 1:56 P.M.
The campaign of state Sen. Andy Harris (R) on Friday circulated an internal poll that showed Rep. Frank Kratovil (D) down by double digits in a hypothetical rematch of their 2008 race in Maryland’s Eastern Shore-based 1st district.
Huckabee Pens Money Appeal for Rice in S.C.
November 19, 2009, 12:07 P.M.
Former Arkansas governor and potential 2012 presidential contender Mike Huckabee (R) is trying to stir up some fundraising enthusiasm for South Carolina state Rep. Rex Rice (R), who is running in a crowded open-seat contest that is noteworthy for its dearth of campaign donations.
New York: DCCC Adds Owens to ‘Frontline’ Program
November 19, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is adding Rep. Bill Owens (D), the newly elected Congressman from New York’s traditionally Republican 23rd district, to its “Frontline” program for vulnerable incumbents. Owens is the 43rd Democrat added to the program, which is designed to bolster fundraising and outreach and help vulnerable Democrats prepare early on for competitive contests.
Utah: Possible Bennett Foe Has Audience With Club
November 19, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
Attorney Mike Lee (R), who is mulling a primary challenge to Sen. Bob Bennett (R), was making the rounds in Washington, D.C., this week. His visit included a sit-down with the anti-tax group Club for Growth on Wednesday to talk about the race.
Minnesota: Franken Throws His Support Behind Clark
November 19, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
Freshman Sen. Al Franken (D-Minn.) has lined up behind state Sen. Tarryl Clark (D) in the Democratic primary to take on Rep. Michele Bachmann (R).
Nation: NRSC Outraises DSCC by $300,000 in October
November 19, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
The National Republican Senatorial Committee outraised its partisan counterpart last month by about $300,000, but the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee ended October with roughly twice as much cash in the bank.
Alabama: Roby Feted Today by GOP Congresswomen
November 19, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
Montgomery City Councilwoman Martha Roby (R), who the National Republican Congressional Committee has touted as one of its top recruits of the cycle, is making the rounds on Capitol Hill this week and will be feted by a group of GOP Congresswomen at a lunch event this afternoon just off Capitol Hill.
Connecticut: GOP Wooing Caligiuri to 5th District Race
November 19, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
State Republican leaders are pushing state Sen. Sam Caligiuri (R) to step out of the Senate race and run against Rep. Christopher Murphy (D) — a move the candidate is seriously considering, according to a statement from his campaign.
Missouri: You GOJO! Emerson Forms New PAC
November 19, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
Rep. Jo Ann Emerson (R) has joined most Members in forming a leadership political action committee. The new organization, called the GOJO Political Action Committee, was just organized with the Federal Election Commission and will give Emerson another way to donate to Republican incumbents and candidates.
Florida: Kosmas Draws Ex-Mayor as Primary Opponent
November 19, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
Former Winter Springs Mayor Paul Partyka will announce this afternoon that he will challenge freshman Rep. Suzanne Kosmas for the Democratic nomination in the 24th district.
Texas: Will Republican Ride Hurd on Rodriguez?
November 19, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
Will Hurd (R), a former CIA officer, is initiating a 2010 campaign against Rep. Ciro Rodriguez (D).
Illinois: Schakowsky Endorses Giannoulias’ Senate Bid
November 17, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D) endorsed state Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias over the weekend, becoming the fifth Member of the state’s Congressional delegation to support the party’s frontrunner in the race for President Barack Obama’s former Senate seat.
Texas: Hutchison Exit Likely to Set Up Nov. 2010 Special
November 17, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
By delaying her resignation until after she competes in a gubernatorial primary next March, Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison (R) is also putting on hold the political plans of would-be successors who have long prepared to run in a special election.
Nation: Biden Fundraises for Targeted House Frosh
November 17, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
With President Barack Obama out of the country, Vice President Joseph Biden stepped out on the campaign trail over the past two days with stops in Nevada, Arizona and New Mexico to fundraise and rally support for local Democrats. And the Connecticut Democratic Party announced Monday that he will attend a luncheon in support of embattled Sen. Chris Dodd (D) on Dec. 11, signaling a new level of intensity in the vice president’s party-building efforts that have already seen him visit, by his count, 54 House districts this year.
Missouri: Hartzler to Formally Kick Off Campaign
November 17, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
Former state Rep. Vicky Hartzler (R) plans a two-day, 22-stop announcement tour in the 4th district this week to formally kick off her 2010 campaign against Rep. Ike Skelton (D).
Arkansas: Poll Shows Trouble for Snyder Next Year
November 17, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
After winning re-election with ease over the past decade, Rep. Vic Snyder (D) may be in for the toughest race of his Congressional career, according to a new Public Policy Polling survey released Monday.
Kentucky: Paul Hosting Event for State Senate Candidate
November 17, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
While his Republican primary challenger accused him again Monday of being more beholden to his “Libertarian donor base” than to Kentucky voters, ophthalmologist and Senate candidate Rand Paul is making an effort to show he’s a good soldier for the Kentucky Republican Party.
Iowa: Poll Shows Grassley Popular, Leads Big Over Conlin
November 17, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
His approval rating isn’t soaring in the stratosphere anymore, but Sen. Chuck Grassley (R) is still well-regarded in his state and has a big lead over his likely 2010 Democratic opponent, according to a Selzer & Co. poll conducted Nov. 8-11 for the Des Moines Register.
New York: Ball Poll Shows Race With Hall Competitive
November 17, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
According to an internal poll done for Republican Greg Ball’s campaign, the New York Assemblyman is within striking distance of sophomore Rep. John Hall (D) — however, the survey was only conducted in a portion of the district.
Maryland: Big Names Drop In for Harris Money Events
November 17, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
State Sen. Andy Harris (R) is calling on a slew of big-name party operatives over the next three weeks to host fundraising events for his 1st district Congressional campaign before the end of the year.
Reid Launches Fourth Campaign Ad
November 13, 2009, 1:35 P.M.
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) continued his airwave offensive Friday with the launch of his fourth television ad of the 2010 campaign, another sign that despite his nonchalant attitude, the four-term Senator is aware that his re-election chances are in peril.
Pennsylvania: Yeakel Backs Sestak Over One-Time Foe
November 10, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
A one-time Democratic challenger to Sen. Arlen Specter (D) has endorsed Rep. Joe Sestak’s (D) 2010 bid to unseat the five-term Pennsylvania Senator.
Ohio: ‘Apprentice’ Star Hopes Voters Will Fire Schmidt
November 10, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
Surya Yalamanchili, a marketing executive who once appeared on the reality TV show “The Apprentice,” is running as an Independent in a Southern Ohio district held by Rep. Jean Schmidt (R).
Kansas: Flake, Osborne Jump on Moran Bandwagon
November 10, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
Rep. Jeff Flake (Ariz.) is the latest Republican Member to pick a side in the Senate primary battle between GOP Reps. Jerry Moran and Todd Tiahrt.
Minnesota: Meffert Latest Democrat to Take On Paulsen
November 10, 2009, 12:00 A.M.
Jim Meffert, the executive director of the Minnesota Optometric Association and president of the state PTA, became the second Democrat to file to run in the 3rd district, joining forensic psychiatrist Maureen Hackett in the race to take on freshman Rep. Erik Paulsen (R). Meffert told Roll Call he filed a statement of candidacy last week and the organizational paperwork Monday but has no immediate plans to formally launch a campaign, saying most voters still aren’t paying attention at this early stage. Instead, he is focused on laying the groundwork for the campaign, including fundraising and conducting grass-roots outreach with local Democratic constituencies in the suburban Minneapolis district.
Schumer Advocates for Many on Panel
Nov. 16, 12 a.m.
As Senate Majority Leader, Lyndon Johnson once said of the Joint Economic Committee, “It’s as useless as tits on a bull.” But as that panel’s chairman during the 110th Congress, Sen. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) seized the opportunity to elevate the traditionally low-profile post to the forefront of shaping policy. Read Full Article
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