State Rep. Glenn Anderson running for lieutenant governor
January 9, 2012
By Administrator
State Rep. Glenn Anderson entered the race for lieutenant governor Jan. 5, as 2012 campaigns coalesced for local candidates.
The formal announcement had been expected for days, after the Fall City Republican said he did not intend to run for another term in November.
Anderson joins a crowded field angling to fill the state’s No. 2 job. Incumbent Lt. Gov. Brad Owen, a Democrat, also faces challenges from former GOP state Sen. Bill Finkbeiner and independent candidate Mark Greene, a Newcastle resident.
Anderson outlined a campaign focused on education, economic development and spending issues.
The longtime lawmaker plans to start campaigning for the post after the legislative session concludes in March, although special sessions to address the state budget gap could shift the schedule. (Legislators returned to Olympia on Jan. 9 for the 2012 regular session.)
State law prohibits campaign fundraising for lawmakers and other elected state officials 30 days before a regular legislative session, and during the session.
Comments
Got something to say?
Before you comment, please note:
- These comments are moderated.
- Comments should be relevant to the topic at hand and contribute to its discussion.
- Personal attacks and/or excessive profanity will not be tolerated and such comments will not be approved.
- This is not your personal chat room or forum, so please stay on topic.
