O'Malley's potential opponents not ready to rumble
Two widely discussed gubernatorial contenders say that they will wait a few more months before deciding whether to get in the ring this fall.
Former Gov. Robert L. Ehrlich Jr., a Republican whom some strategists have said would be wise to ride the wave of voter discontent with incumbents, said at a recent fundraiser for state lawmakers in Washington County that he'll wait until March before announcing, according to a story this morning in The Gazette.
Ehrlich spokesman Henry Fawell just sent us this statement:
"Like every other taxpayer, Governor Ehrlich will be watching the legislative session to see if the state will finally stop spending money it doesn’t have. As a result, it is unlikely he will arrive at a final decision before March. Though no date has been circled on the calendar, he will make his decision known at a time that he believes is right for his family, his many supporters over the years, and the state he loves."
Meanwhile, former Prince George's County Executive Wayne K. Curry, who is pondering a primary challenge, also wants to remain the queue for now.
The Washington Post reports that Curry said on WTOP radio this morning that he, too, will wait until the end of the legislative session (April 12) to make his decision.
He noted that if he runs against O'Malley, it's not because he dislikes him.
"This has nothing to do with our personal sentiments," Curry said on WTOP. "He's a great guy to have a beer with."
