Congressman David Obey (D-Wis) won't seek re-election. Breaking now.

jezebel

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Wed May-05-10 10:56 AM
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Congressman David Obey (D-Wis) won't seek re-election. Breaking now.

Edited on Wed May-05-10 10:58 AM by jezebel

http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0510/36812.html

In a major blow to Democrats, House Appropriations Committee Chairman David Obey has told close associates that he will not seek re-election and an announcement of his plans is expected as early as Wednesday.

The Wisconsin Democrat faces tough poll numbers at home but until Tuesday night his staff had insisted he was running aggressively and had hired campaign staff. But a person close to him confirmed the decision to POLITICO Wednesday and said Obey was preparing to make a statement.

Read more: http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0510/36812.html#ixzz0n4TWU2jH

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greencharlie

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Wed May-05-10 10:59 AM
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1. is the district competitive? To the pugs have a chance? nt

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jezebel

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Wed May-05-10 11:00 AM
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2. I don't know, I'm hoping someone here does. nt

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Wed May-05-10 11:05 AM
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3. It's only a Cook +3

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