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Stallings: Craig breaks promise, Democrats look toward 2008 victory!

Contact:  Chuck Oxley   (208) 871-4976 (office)  

    BOISE, Idaho --  State Democratic Party Chairman Richard Stallings issued the following remarks regarding Republican Sen. Larry Craig's decision to break his word and continue to hold his seat in the United States Senate:

    "Well, the drama continues," Stallings said Friday. "Larry Craig's selfish decision to remain in office means that for the next 15 months, he and Idaho will continue to be fodder for late-night comedians. The embarrassment is going to be ongoing for our state and our people."

    However, Stallings said Craig's move will help Idaho Democrats across the board, especially with an open Senate seat.

    "Gov. Butch Otter will not replace Craig with someone like Lt. Gov. Jim Risch, who would have had a head start on the 2008 election. That means the Republicans primary will be divisive," Stallings said.

    "It also will have an energizing effect on our party's candidates. Larry LaRocco has gotten a running start at his campaign for the senate seat. Our members are highly motivated by these events and we are looking forward to giving Idaho a fresh start in 2008."