Posted on 08/12/2013 11:31:28 AM PDT by Servant of the Cross
A new political dynasty might soon be joining the Kennedys, Clintons and Bushes: Duck Dynasty, that is.
Some key Republican operatives are eager to woo one of the hit show's stars--Willie Robertson--to run for the seat given up by retiring Republican Rep. Rodney Alexander.
Alexander, expressing frustration with divided government, is going to work in Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal's cabinet. He will leave at the end of September and a special election will be held to fill the open seat.
He represents the 5th District, including Monroe, La., home to the group headed by Robertson, the game call and hunting companies Duck Commander and Buck Commander. Alexander and his staff are also friendly with the Robertson family, especially Willie. Sign Up for the Paul Bedard newsletter!
Robertson is more famous for the TV hit Duck Dynasty on A&E about the family business, in which where he is known for being the CEO prankster. He is a self-described "redneck millionaire."
"My boys want to run Willie Robertson for the seat," said a key outside advisor to House GOP leadership. The source said that efforts are being made to interest Robertson into running.
(Excerpt) Read more at washingtonexaminer.com ...
They’re celebrities, it’s what celebrities do.
And you didn’t make any point in your original post, you misrepresented the circumstances behind the event and the Robertson’s attendance in an attempt to mischaracterize the Robertson’s.
I merely corrected the false assertions so that no others believed the accusations and now the goalposts are on the move...sorry, not playing.
Out of the entire Robinson clan, Willie demonstrates the LEAST conservatism. That, was MY point.
Very interesting. I’d need to know more before supporting him, but he would be a very interesting candidate. A lot of local Republicans are looking at running, but no well-known candidates have committed to running yet.
He removed himself from contention.
Oh, well, there are many others thinking of running. I’m surprised it’s taking them so long to decide.
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