Eckels: "My intention is to stay right here"
The Chronicle's Bill Murphy reports that Harris County Judge Robert Eckels will apparently seek re-election:
As part of the fallout from Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison's decision not to run for governor, County Judge Robert Eckels said today that he anticipates running for re-election next year.
Eckels had been considering a run for state attorney general or lieutenant governor if either post had opened up when its incumbent sought Hutchison's Senate seat. The popular Republican senator's decision to seek re-election increases the likelihood that most statewide officials will stay put.
Eckels acknowledged that Hutchison's decision narrowed his options. "My intention is to stay right here. This is a great job," Eckels said. "I'm happy right here."
Eckels will be seeking his fourth term. He has previously said he would only serve three terms.
Posted by Kevin Whited @ 06/23/05 10:33 PM | Print |
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