When Governor Plays Kingmaker, Primary Result Can Be Swayed

By Louis Jacobson
Roll Call Staff
March 8, 2006, 12 a.m.

Last week, Out There looked at whether having a governor of the same party was helpful to a presidential candidate in the general election. But finding consensus on that question was elusive — so now we examine whether a governor’s support can aid a candidate in a presidential primary or caucus.



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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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