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January 1, 2006
Farmer Pulls Up Roots for More Fertile Ground
Congressional candidate John Farmer, a Republican, has withdrawn from the 9th District race. He's still running for Congress, though, next door in the 8th, which is currently represented by Democrat John Tanner. (I'm assuming that Tanner will run for re-election, but have no confirmation as yet. If someone will provide it, I'll gladly update the ballot preview page.) I'd say Farmer's candidacy marks a major improvement over the 8th's GOP nominee in 2004. Remember him?
I hope, for John Farmer's sake and for yours, that if you vote for Mr. Farmer in 2006, it is because he best represents your civic values. Here's some advice for all voters in 2006: look past the brand name, and read the ingredients.
So, they may have them a race there in District 8? Possibly, but the gerrymander has a big 'D' on it. Additionally, it seems that a lot of self-classified conservatives are attracted by Tanner's Blue Dog credentials. I have to say I agree with Farmer's campaign advisors in stepping out of the 9th, though. Terry Roland notwithstanding, the seat currently held by Harold Ford, Jr. will remain Democratic. (More on that interesting primary later.)
Happy New Year to everyone.
Elections | By joe lance | 8:47 AM