Debbie Dingell considering Senate bid in Michigan
(CNN) - Debbie Dingell, longtime Democratic activist and wife of veteran Rep. John Dingell, is seriously considering a run for the Senate seat that will be vacated by retiring Sen. Carl Levin of Michigan next year, a knowledgeable source told CNN.
A Democratic National Committeewoman, Dingell has been approached by multiple people in Michigan and Washington about a potential bid.
Dingell has long been involved in Wolverine State politics. She worked alongside Levin in 2008 to get the Democratic primary moved up to an earlier slot in the primary calendar so the state could have more of an influence on the nomination process.
In addition to her 30-year career at General Motors as a senior executive, Dingell has served on multiple boards of charities and organizations and has chaired several political campaigns, including former Vice President Al Gore's presidential campaign in Michigan.
Her husband, 86, is the longest-serving congressman in history, with 57 years on Capitol Hill. He represents Michigan's 12th district.
Another Democrat, Rep. Gary Peters, is weighing a bid, as well. His district includes parts of Detroit. The three-term congressman told the Detroit Free Press editorial board on Friday that he was "seriously considering" a Senate campaign.
On the Republican side, sources say Scott Romney, the older brother of Mitt Romney, is interested in the seat. The Romneys' father, the late George Romney, served as Michigan governor during the 1960s.
Saul Anuzis, a former Republican National Committeeman and former chairman of the Michigan Republican Party, is also being encouraged to run, he told CNN.
Levin, 78, announced Thursday he would not be seeking re-election in 2014.
Michigan Democrats really need to find a strong candidate for Governer. Michigan Republicans are running rough shod over democracy and the Constitution with their "emergency manager" law.
Good, any gop kicked out of the house or the senate is a good thing !!!
Have you heard she's planning a new line of "Dingell-berry" jams and jellies?
It must be time to bring out the republican hate machine. If the republicans didn't spew they're hate, then pound the bible, they'd be lost for conversation. But the way they look at it, it's a method that's served them well in the past, why change things when all they have to do is stampede the masses. After the carnage, step in and claim power.
another family that thinks they must keep a seat forever.... replace a 86 old with a wife ..there has to be someone body not name dingle qualified...
Henry
Have you heard she's planning a new line of "Dingell-berry" jams and jellies?
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Henry, your mommy called. She said it's time for you to get off the 'puter and do your homework or there will be no dessert this evening.
Spew hate. Thump bible. The way republicans win elections. Trouble is, many of you have fallen for the cycle. Many because it easy and convenient. The lazier they are the easier they are led.
@freedom – Limiting our military capacity is putting Americans in harm's way, and is an impeachable offense for the president.
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Yawn.... Perhaps Debbie can educate you on exactly how much the 50% of Federal Spending that goes to military actually is. Democrats can count you know.. unlike Repugs who only have a problem with spending when they're not the ones doing it. QED.
the last thing we need in washington is another dingleberry...
Professional politicians? A family business of sorts, running for office. Not quite what the Founding Fathers had envisioned I think. There is far too much of this going on in BOTH parties. THIS is how you end up with corruption in government.
Please save your money and give to my organization instead. I need more money that the average corrupt politician. Thank you for your support.
Paczki Day? When do we get to celebrate Slap-Cantor-in-the-Mouth-with-Babypowder-Hands Day?