July 06, 2007
TX-Senate : Carping little bitches
Over at BOR, the comments have been on fire regarding Rep. Noriega's decision to throw his hat into the ring for the senate seat currently held by former human John Cornyn. The convo has pretty much been back and forth between those entrenched in the Watts camp and those who are pro-Noriega. Some negative comments about both, but nothing of real substance. Some positive comments about both from people who are a little more balanced and some who obvs haven't developed a hatred or love for one or the other.
I also heard someone, at an event I attended last night, make some jackass comment to the effect that Rep. Noriega should instead run for Railroad Commissioner. I wondered, aloud, if maybe Mikal Watts would be better served running for a judicial seat. The record of the altercation will clearly show that I DID NOT, in fact, throw the first punch and that any glass lodged in Mr. Mouthy's neck was purely an accident.
In other words, more than 8 months out from the primary, things are already heating up. Ladies and gentleman, I give you a primary. And for those of you who aren't up to it... Texas politics is brutal. So don't be surprised if it gets a lot nastier.
That being said, I've been asked why I'm supporting Noriega. It's simple... he has the campaign, legislative and life experience to not only win the seat but to do a great job for all Texans. Am I completely discounting Watts? Absolutely not. The man has made a career out of helping people who've been screwed by companies. I have a tremendous amount of respect for the man. I do not, however, think he's the best choice for Texans. Further, his highly nuanced responses to direct questions will be problematic, as will his (from the reports I've seen) uninspiring speaking style on the stump. A great lawyer? Without a doubt. A good candidate? Not so much.
Now, before any of the pro-Noriega folks launch into the inevitable Tony Sanchez comparisons because of the ability to self-fund, let me point out one decisive difference... Watt's has shown an ability, at least in the Garcia race, to put the money to extraordinarily good use. Fortunately, so has Noriega (who, it should be noted, is a damn good fundraiser).
For those of you thinking that Noriega should 'wait his turn', you need to either STFU or put your name into the hat. Not so much with the orderly waiting to run for offices. This is a free for all. Let the best person win.
Posted by mcblogger at July 6, 2007 09:10 AM
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