Thread: Napolitano reportedly gauging support for US Senate run

Napolitano reportedly gauging support for US Senate run
February 12, 2011



The Senate campaign in Arizona to succeed Kyl could also be competitive and contentious, although the Republicans appear more organized in their efforts to hold the open seat in a state that leans Republican. However, the Democrats are optimistic about their prospects and believe recent population gains benefit their side. President Barack Obama briefly considered making a campaign push in Arizona in the 2008 presidential race but opted against it when Arizona Sen. John McCain (R) became the nominee.

None of the current statewide GOP officeholders are expected to run at this point, including the governor, attorney general and treasurer.

One notable Republican who is thinking of running is Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio, who has made national headlines over the years for his tough stance on crime and illegal immigration. Arpaio has hinted he might be more interested in national office.

Among Democrats, several names are being discussed, but it remains unclear who is giving serious consideration to running.

Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, former Arizona governor and state attorney general, has made calls over the past few weeks to gauge support for a Senate bid. She could emerge as the early frontrunner. Wealthy businessman Jim Pederson, who challenged Kyl in 2006, isn’t saying no, and Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon could run. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords — currently recovering from an attempted assassination — could enter the race as late as April 2012 and still raise enough money to be competitive.

Democrats in the state have told reporters that Giffords should have the “right of first refusalâ€

Snowballs chance in HELLO!
The people of AZ are smarter than that! In the next election, I predict, IAs will have a harder time casting a vote and without IAs voting Reid would be retired right now. Without the IA vote Crappy wouldn't even come close to being elected.

"She could emerge as the early frontrunner."

Well, Arizona, if you don't stop this "person" from running for Senate, then all has to be lost. You've already stepped in it with McCain's reelection, please don't repeat it with this "person." Please.

AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAAAAHAHAHHHAHAAAAA Oh my aching ribs! AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAA Nappy? PAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

Originally Posted by miguelina

AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAAAAHAHAHHHAHAAAAA Oh my aching ribs! AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAA Nappy? PAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

Originally Posted by miguelina

AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAAAAHAHAHHHAHAAAAA Oh my aching ribs! AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAA Nappy? PAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

i feel the same way when i read this, especially since all the lies abou tthe border and her being part of an administration that criticized and sued AZ over 1070

But remember, she was elected Governor in this state ... twice.

Come voting time, this Country will turn in an entirely new direction. Americans are fed-up with standing at the back of the line. If you are not for us citizens or are not with us, we do not need you!

Good grief… this woman is a narcissist! She and obama deserve each other. She really has no clue….

Originally Posted by Judy

But remember, she was elected Governor in this state ... twice.

Not to mention, McAmnesty himself has managed to stick around all these years as well!