Tommy Not Running for Governor

Not a huge surprise.

WisPolitics ALERT!

14 May 2006

www.wispolitics.com

Tommy Thompson says in a statement tonight that he won't run for guv this year.

He said his family is opposed to another campaign and that he's convinced Mark Green is the right candidate for the GOP.

See more soon in the right hand column at www.wispolitics.com

Tommy has issued a statement:

After serious consideration and many conversations with my family and people around Wisconsin, I have decided not to run for Governor this year. I have come to this conclusion for two simple reasons: my family's unanimous opposition against another campaign and because I am convinced that Mark Green is the right candidate to lead our party and will be victorious in November.

It was critical in my decision making to know that the Republican Party has Mark Green to lead Wisconsin forward again and return our state to the greatness we enjoyed when we were the pride and model of the nation.

I am privileged to accept the role as the honorary chairman of Mark's campaign because he knows that the strength of Wisconsin is found in our people. Mark has the vision, integrity and principles needed to bring the state and its people together.

Mark Green will put the state back on the right track. I will work tirelessly to campaign for Mark as we seek to restore the confidence and resolve that make Wisconsin great.

Mark Green also has a statement, at WisPolitics.

Now that that is settled, on with the General Election!