[ad_1] The news will likely come as a relief to traditional Republican leaders who are trying to unite the party around Dave McCormick, a former hedge fund CEO and Bush administration official, in an effort to unseat Sen. Bob Casey (D-Pa.) next year. Party officials in Washington and Pennsylvania believe McCormick can attract suburban voters … Read more
[ad_1] “I think he’s the favorite,” said Scott Jennings, a prominent Republican consultant in Kentucky. “Do I think he can be beaten? Yeah, I do. But I think it’s going to be expensive, and it’s going to take a while.” Beshear will have all the advantages generally granted to incumbent governors: the power of the … Read more
[ad_1] Punching right against Republican ultras? No doubt: In media appearances, Sununu reliably distances himself from culture warriors, election deniers and anyone who would wink at political violence like last year’s attack on Paul Pelosi. Book the New Hampshire governor on a Beltway interview show or make him the subject of a lengthy profile in … Read more
[ad_1] This time, they’re hoping they can avoid a fight. “It’s the first administration in 20 years without an [Asian American Pacific Islander] Cabinet secretary … This is the first chance they have to diversify the Cabinet,” Duckworth said. “So I’m waiting to see. Hopefully they will nominate her or an AAPI.” “It’s the first … Read more