Democratic President Barack Obama and a spokesman for the Republican Governors Association issued statements today regarding Gov. Chris Gregoire’s decision not to run in 2012.
Here they are:
Republican Governors Association spokesman Mike Schrimpf:
Governor Gregoire bowed to political reality today, recognizing that Washington voters are ready for new leadership in the governor’s office after more than 25 years of Democratic control. Gregoire’s decision on the heels of Attorney General Rob McKenna’s announcement that he is running for governor is confirmation that the Attorney General will be tough to beat next year. Attorney General Rob McKenna’s vision for Washington – especially his focus on creating jobs and improving neighborhood schools – is exactly what the voters are looking for.
President Barack Obama:
I applaud Governor Gregoire for her decades of outstanding service to the people of Washington. From Seattle to Pullman, Gov. Gregoire has demonstrated relentless determination in her efforts to foster economic growth, strengthen the communities she serves and improve the lives of millions of Americans. As a fierce advocate for American businesses, she continues to work tirelessly to promote American goods, open up new markets and strengthen American businesses abroad. As chairwoman of the National Governors Association, Gov. Gregoire not only fosters strong bipartisanship among her colleagues, she helps build common-sense solutions to some of our nation’s toughest problems. Michelle and I, along with the people of Washington, will miss her outstanding leadership and thank her for her years of service.
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