Breaking News As It Is About To Happen
Yesterday, there was a rumor that Mark Dayton's chief fundraiser had resigned to work for Minnesota Attorney General Mike Hatch. This fueled speculation that Dayton might not run for reelection in '06.
Today, the Strib is reporting that Dayton expected to bow out of re-election bid (thanks Tom):
Minnesota Democratic sources said they believe Sen. Mark Dayton, D-Minn., will announce today that he will not seek reelection to a second term in the Senate.
Two knowledgeable Democratic sources said Dayton was believed to have made the decision because of a series of events that darkened his reelection prospects.
A new Star Tribune Minnesota Poll showed his approval rating had plummeted to 43 percent, and Republicans have already made the freshman Democrat their top target for ouster in next year's election.
One source said Dayton told his staff in Minnesota and Washington of his decision shortly before noon today.
Dayton has scheduled a telephone news conference at 1:30 p.m. Eastern time.
More as this story unfolds. Good news for Minnesota. Bad news for local bloggers who have enjoyed Dayton as a rich target of opportunity. REALLY bad news for one blog in particular.
UPDATE: Saint Paul and I prove once again that great minds do indeed think alike (and receive the same e-mails from readers).
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