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January 02, 2006
Strayhorn to run as Independent
Comptroller Carole Keeton Strayhorn announced Monday she will run for governor as an independent, abandoning the Republican primary for a direct shot at the state’s top job in November. “I am a Republican, but I know we must set partisan politics aside and do what’s right for Texas," Strayhorn said in prepared remarks. "That is why I am running for governor as an independent. A Texas independent.” more MySA.com: Metro | State
Posted by Lyn Wall at January 2, 2006 03:08 PM | Permalink
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