Posted on 02/12/2009 1:17:04 PM PST by STARWISE
Edited on 02/12/2009 1:29:09 PM PST by Admin Moderator. [history]
Developing.
********
GREGG WITHDRAWS NOMINATION FOR COMMERCE SEC
Thu Feb 12 2009 16:18:14 ET
For Immediate Release:
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Senator Gregg Statement on His Withdrawal for Consideration of U.S. Commerce Secretary
Sen. Gregg stated, “I want to thank the President for nominating me to serve in his Cabinet as Secretary of Commerce. This was a great honor, and I had felt that I could bring some views and ideas that would assist him in governing during this difficult time. I especially admire his willingness to reach across the aisle.
“However, it has become apparent during this process that this will not work for me as I have found that on issues such as the stimulus package and the Census there are irresolvable conflicts for me. Prior to accepting this post, we had discussed these and other potential differences, but unfortunately we did not adequately focus on these concerns. We are functioning from a different set of views on many critical items of policy.
“Obviously the President requires a team that is fully supportive of all his initiatives.
“I greatly admire President Obama and know our country will benefit from his leadership, but at this time I must withdraw my name from consideration for this position.
“As we move forward, I expect there will be many issues and initiatives where I can and will work to assure the success of the President´s proposals. This will certainly be a goal of mine.
“Kathy and I also want to specifically thank Governor Lynch and Bonnie Newman for their friendship and assistance during this period. In addition we wish to thank all the people, especially in New Hampshire, who have been so kind and generous in their supportive comments.
“As a further matter of clarification, nothing about the vetting process played any role in this decision. I will continue to represent the people of New Hampshire in the United States Senate.”
Now that Gregg's been scorned, maybe he will become a crusader for our side. Nothing like being made a fool of to convince a person see the light.
I assume he did it like Hillary, kept his seat till he went through confirmation.
Does this mean that Gregg keeps his senate seat? Gregg has not resigned it yet, correct?
It is good he withdrew. I do not trust that his state Gov. would have appointed a Republican. I know the GOP higher ups were not worried but I didn’t share that confidence.
I wonder if Commerce easing up on Syrian sanctions was the last straw.
Maybe if Obambi Amin moves a Democrat into this office, he’ll move the Census back there.
What did Michael Steele have to say about this? Saw a mention in the title that he was on TV, but no mention of what he said.
Thanks!
What did Michael Steele have to say about this? Saw a mention in the title that he was on TV, but no mention of what he said.
Thanks!
Drudge:
OBAMA BURNED: GREGG WITHDRAWS AFTER POLICIES TOO MUCH TO STOMACH
Damn! What a man! He puts the country before his own ego and fame. He's the Man of the Day. Quick, find some more of these guys.
In other countries, they call this sort of thing a vote of no confidence.
Senator Gregg voted with his feet.
“The problem is that 0be wants to rule. “
As the Dems keep saying, “We won, we get to write the bill”
I was thinking more along the lines that he did pay his taxes.
Burn, baby, burn.
Correct.
>>I wonder if Commerce easing up on Syrian sanctions was the last straw.<<
You know, when I heard about this happening this morning, I wondered what Gregg’s reaction would be.
Disclaimer: Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its management. All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.