UPDATE: In response to our query, GMD has heard from Brian Dubie.
He specifically denies having made any decision about whether to run for reelection, and says that he isn't going to make any decisions until after the session is over. He does say that he's always encouraging other people to run for office, though.
Amazing the things you can hear if you keep your ears open. We don't know that it's for sure, definitely true, but GMD has been hearing from reliable sources that Lite Gov Brian Dubie is definitely not running for reelection. True? It's a bit early to be sure, but if he does step aside this soon it may leave the Republican field open for Barre Mayor and Jim Douglas Pie Bodyguard and marijuana flip-flopper Thom Lauzon. After all, the Republican bench is pretty skimpy, and Lauzon has made no secret of his interest in moving to the copilot's seat. (note: some more of Lauzon's greatest hits, including advocating for the death penalty for drug dealers, can be found here and here. - odum) Given that Floyd Nease is also considering a run for Lite Gov from the D side, this step would seem to create an excellent opportunity for our side to pick up one of the few statewide offices not in Democratic hands. Nease has already demonstrated his expertise with the legislative process, and his work as majority leader has given him the statewide exposure that Lauzon lacks. Still, the down ticket races can be unpredictable, especially with the attention the governor's race is likely to get next year. |
