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NY Post: Gov says Caroline turned 'Nasty'

Kennedy's six-week political career was marked by a string of miscues as she faired poorly in interviews and was hit by criticism and questions about whether she was up to the job.

As for Paterson on Thursday, a source close to him said Kennedy was never in true contention because of issues over taxes, a nanny and questions about her marriage.

WS Journal: Came and Wentalot

Caroline Kennedy's decision to drop out of consideration for Hillary Clinton's vacated U.S. Senate seat was clearly not for the "personal reasons" she cited in a statement released earlier this week.

Kennedy loyalists insisted that Caroline was giving up her political dreams even though she had been tapped by Governor David Paterson. "He was offering her the seat," one family confidant told ABC News. "There's no doubt about that."

That is pure Kennedy spin. My own sources tell me she decided to seek a graceful exit after realizing she was unlikely to be picked. Governor Paterson came away from interviews with her unimpressed by her communication skills and uncertain if the financial contributions that her supporters promised would come his way for his own 2010 race were anything more than an illusion.

US News: Why Caroline Kennedy's Senate Bid Flamed Out

Angriest [Rat] of all was state Attorney General Andrew Cuomo, the ex-governor's son who up until then was leading the pack. His relations with the Kennedy clan were already strained after his bitter divorce from Kennedy's cousin.

"It's awkward," said a Democrat with ties to Paterson. "If she's serious, there could be a serious behind-the-scenes war, with lots of personal baggage behind it."

Fox News: Inside the Caroline Kennedy Mystery

BILL O'REILLY, HOST: Our lead story tonight is the mystery surrounding Caroline Kennedy dropping out of Senate contention.

"The Factor" has learned that New York Governor David Patterson was told by unidentified sources that Caroline Kennedy was having an affair with New York Times publisher Arthur Sulzberger. Upon hearing that information, Governor Patterson got a bit nervous, as you would imagine, because both Mrs. Kennedy and Mr. Sulzberger are married, although Sulzberger is apparently separated from his wife. And around midnight last night, Caroline Kennedy pulled out of the race for "personal reasons."

Now, a spokesperson for The New York Times says Sulzberger does not, I repeat, does not have a relationship with Mrs. Kennedy. But this is one huge mess.

The Australian: Caroline Kennedy move sparks rumors

Caroline Kennedy's mysterious and abrupt decision to abandon her ambitions for a US Senate bid gave rise to an ugly swirl of rumours yesterday, with accusations she was mired in issues over taxes, her nanny and possibly her marriage.

And many, many more.

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12 posted on 01/24/2009 3:50:53 AM PST by Zakeet (There ought to be one day -- just one -- when there is open season on senators)
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To: Zakeet

That photo is startlingly unflattering. Is she storing a wintertime supply of nuts in her jowls, chewing tobacco, or what?

Regards,


23 posted on 01/24/2009 4:51:24 AM PST by alexander_busek
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To: Zakeet
she was mired in issues over taxes, her nanny and possibly her marriage. <<

Isn't that part of the liberal litmus test for liberals to be considered electable and one of “us” ??

30 posted on 01/24/2009 5:13:06 AM PST by M-cubed (Why is "Greshams Law" a law?)
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To: Zakeet
My own sources tell me she decided to seek a graceful exit after realizing she was unlikely to be picked. Governor Paterson came away from interviews with her unimpressed by her communication skills and uncertain if the financial contributions that her supporters promised would come his way for his own 2010 race were anything more than an illusion.

I enjoyed this from your quote from the WSJ.

No, we're not "selling a Senate seat" here now are we? No, not like that horrible Rod Blago in Illinois. Oh no.

These Rats are so predictable and consistent.

32 posted on 01/24/2009 5:29:23 AM PST by exit82 (The Obama Cabinet: There was more brainpower on Gilligan's Island.)
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