Posted by
Billy on Thursday, March 22, 2007 8:45:01 PM
Below is a letter I wrote my local paper, which I'm happy to report they did print. For the
record I live in the state of Nebraska.
I got very excited when I heard that our Republican Attorney General Jon Bruning has formed an exploratory committee to run for the United States Senate.
My thrill soon turned to political disappointment. Bruning, who I have been mostly pleased with said he plans to run only if Senator Chuck Hagel is not in the race. I believe if the right Republican (perhaps any Republican) is willing to challenge Mr. Hagel (if he does try to be re-elected) could be given the nomination by the voters. I don't know if Hagel is going to run for the White House, Senate, dog catcher, or any office, but I do believe the conservatives in this state are ready to send Mr. Hagel packing. I'm not sure if the possible candidates see it that way but they should. It is time we put doing the right thing ahead of our political loyalties.
Billy