Breaking News In The Race For Governor...
Columbus Mayor Mike Coleman has decided that he is no longer a candidate for Governor of the State of Ohio. I know only a few people care about this so we can discuss in the comments.
I have pasted the full text of his email to supporters in the comments section.
By Kyle - 11/29/2005
16 Comments:
Dear Supporters:
This past weekend I spent a lot of time with my family and it was great. We were able to relax for a moment and talk about the future. I love them and can't imagine getting through a single day without their strength and patience.
With your help and support we were pulling ahead in the race for Governor - Wall Street's Zogby Poll shows me leading against every Republican contender and our fundraising was going well, with 2,000 new supporters joining the team since September.
But life is more than polls and more than any one campaign. My family and my city are more important than either, and after spending Thanksgiving considering all of the factors, I have made a very difficult decision. Today, I announced that I am no longer a candidate for Governor of the State of Ohio.
I have traveled long miles since this began, and I've learned so much about this great state and its needs, but I love my family above all other things, and right now that is where I am needed most - as a husband and father.
I love my city, and my mission is not yet done here. It has become increasingly clear that to win this race, which I believe I can win, it would require that I neglect my duties as mayor during the course of this campaign. I cannot do that.
While I am no longer a candidate for Governor in the State of Ohio, the state and citizens have a place in my heart, my mind and my spirit, and I will not shrink from offering my views nor will I shy away from engaging in what's important for our people. Ohio needs a leader who can get things done, and Frankie and I will continue to be a voice for all people. I will be speaking out on the issues that matter, and holding those who want to lead our State to the highest possible standard.
I want to thank the thousands of people I met all over the state, and all those who supported this campaign. Every hand that I shook lifted my heart and I am humbled by the experience of running for Governor.
I also want to thank both of my staffs, in City Hall and on the campaign, for their complete faith in us and their willingness to give their hearts and minds and energy 100% for this campaign.
Thank you and may God Bless Ohio.
Mike Coleman
Does this have something to do with his wife's DUI?
I wonder if this opens the door for Don Plasquelic, pardon the spelling??
I think this opens the door for a united front against the Republicans. It allows the Democrats to save resources that would be wasted in a hotly contested primary b/w Coleman and Strickland.
Personally, I am very disappointed. Just this weekend back in Ohio, I was telling everyone I could that Coleman is better then Strickland. I based on nothing other then Coleman "governs" a major city (note: the best city in ohio) in a strong way.
Also, I don't like that Strickland is from rural Ohio. Maybe that is biased, but I just don't think the Democrats should be getting caught up in catering to stupid issues that rural voters seem to care about.
But now Strickland is the option, and clearly the best available. Republicans Petro (he is nuts) and Blackwell (he is fine, if you want more of Taft) suck.
I think it is pretty safe to say that this has everything to do with his wife's DUI. As his letter sites, he is ahead in the polling.
Chuck, I don't know if you watched enough TV while you were home to see Petro's TV ads, but I have seen them a lot. It is odd that a candidate has bought media time so early. Clearly he's trying to get his fundraising off the ground and get his name out there.
Petro, Blackwell and the rest of them are all Tafties and will be horrible candidates because of it. I hope one of them wins the Republican primary.
Chuck,
That is interesting that rural Ohio has issues no one cares about. I mean most of Ohio is urban, right.
Except for six (6) counties, Ohio is rural. That leaves 82 rural counties. Even most of the "urban" counties have a sizeable demographic of rural households.
The rural issues may not be as glamorous as the urban ones, but they are no less important to the people of the State of Ohio.
I've lived in Akron and various rural areas of Ohio. There is a somewhat stark difference between the two types of communities, but to say one has issues more important to the people of Ohio is shortsighted.
I will, however, agree with you that Petro is nuts. I ask that you refrain from using Blackwell and "fine" in the same sentence, unless Blackwell and "fine" is used in the follow context:
Today, Sec. of State Blackwell paid his fine and was released from custody.
Keep up the good work,
BWA
Honestly, I don't know the breakdown of the population, but I would guess that half of the state lives in Hamilton, Franklin, and Cuyahoga counties. I understand that there are important issues to rural areas, and I am certainly being shortsighted.
but I think one reason Ohio has collapsed is because those urban centers have fallen.
The issue is also relevant on a national scale. Where did Bush/Kerry campaign? Less populated suburbs of cities like Cleveland, Denver, Cincinnati, Tampa, etc. They never held events addressing the people of NYC, Chicago, or LA. California is 1/7 of the entire population (and growing) and they are ignored.
The stuff just ticks me off. There are reasons for massive poverty, crime, and other problems in major cities.....I think politicians should be focusing there. That is just my opinion.
Also, if you look at where tax dollars go, I would venture to guess (based on reading data in the past) every $1 paid in taxes by urban people only comes back to that area at a rate of like 85 Cents. But in more rural parts, every $1 paid comes back at around $1.15.
More on California, a state in financial disaster:
they only get back 85 Cents on the Dollar. and they pay 1/7 of ALL TAXES. That is not right. Not only for that state, but for ALL liberals.
California is a punching back for Republicans, as they cite how the "liberal state" shows Democrats principles/ideas are flawed. Well, think if Cali got the BILLIONS it is shortchanged? Cali may be peforming a lot better. Then the entire Liberal/Progressive agenda would benefit.
I know I have skated away from the topic, but that California thing has always bugged me.
And yes, I still should/do care about other rural regions. I just feel that todays face of politics neglects our vital urban centers.
I think you would be suprised if you saw the demographics of Ohio, pertaining to rural vs. urban. Without a doubt the counties you mentioned hold the largest per capita population, but they are merely a few counties of the 88. Think about Holmes, Medina, and all the other counties that surround Cuyahoga and Summit. Look at Southwest Ohio, around Dayton. Darke, Miami 9I work for Miami County, addressing mostly rural issues), Mercer, and all the other counties that make up the Dayton and Lima MSA.
Many of the issues facing urban areas are the issues facing rural areas. Crumbling infastructure is present all over. Crime/drug problems are not limited to Cleveland, Cincy, Columbus, and the other "urban" areas. If you don't think that is true, I will introduce you to some of my high school classmates from Greenville (very rural) who use meth. What I'm trying to say, in a somewhat roundabout manner, is that we shouldn't look at the issues and problems facing this state (and country for that matter) as distinct rural and urban problems; there are more similarities, beneath the surface, than there are differences.
Sure, Mr. Strickland hails from a "rural" area. Has he not had to face the same daunting social issues that a George Voinovich (pardon the spelling) faced in Cleveland? Has Mr. Strickland not faced the same perplex economic development issues faced by a representative in an "urban" area?
I too am saddened by Mr. Coleman's departure from the field of candidates. From an outsider's perspective, it appears he did an exceptional job governing Columbus. Mr. Coleman brought one perspective to the table, but questioning Mr. Strickland's ability to govern this state due to his representation of a "rural" area is detrimental to the overall "big picture" when viewing the upcoming election.
BWA
BWA,
I wanted to add to your points about the advantages of Strickland. Democrats run into problems when we run candidates from where our base already is. Look at Tim Hagen, our last candidate for Governor who was from Cuyahoga County. It was like running a guy from Massachusetts for President. Coleman wasn’t bad because he was from the middle of the state. Coleman would make a great nominee for Lieutenant Governor.
Strickland / Coleman 2006
There is no doubt that a Democrat will carry Cleveland, Akron, Columbus, Dayton, Toledo, and inner city Cincinnati. The election will be won or lost in the rural areas and Strickland will be able to speak to those voters about god, guns, and agriculture. 2004 proved that you can't just rely on the cities to win because Bush won by such HUGE margins in those 82 counties you mentioned. We have to run a state wide campaign.
You may also remember in 2004 when Kerry went goose hunting and they staged that photo-op. He went hunting with Ted Strickland.
Tough times for Coleman. Sources close to this reader indicated several weeks ago that Coleman's departure from the race was imminent, and it has everything to do with his wife's DUI. Just a shame - expect Coleman to come out in full support of Strickland in the coming days as he is truly a party man. Strickland can, should, and will win.
I think Fingerhut will probably win. Or get like 34%.
Bob Turkley thinks so as well, but he is a moderate so he has mixed emotions on the race.
BWA/Kyle, very good points. Especially about how we already have those urban votes.....but that leads to my problems: when you know you have an area locked, you neglect it.
Honestly, I don't know anything about Strickland....except that he will be the next governor of Ohio.
Finally, another reason I was disappointed in Coleman's withdraw: About 3 years ago I started claiming Coleman would be the first black President of the US. 1) Coleman wins OH Gov in 2006. 2) Coleman improves Ohio, which is not hard when there is nowhere to go but up, due to Taft. 3) Then in 2012 or 2016 Coleman runs for President.
A Democratic Governor from a state like Ohio is a key to National victory....especially a charasmatic guy like Coleman
Barack will be the first black President.
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