CCC and BVBL on the 11th
By JR Hoeft | Sunday, January 10th, 2010 | PoliticsPerhaps the best postings on what’s happening in the 11th come from Krystle and Greg L.
Krystle writes:
While Herrity would provide a good challenge to Connolly, Fimian has been active with various community and grassroots-related events. During the summer, when Connolly refused to meet with constituents at open townhall-style meetings, Fimian was alongside of the grassroots (tea party) activists calling on Connolly to meet with them and discuss why he would be in support of the health care reform package.
Fimian has been working tirelessly for a rematch against Connolly. When Fimian first ran in 2008, the climate was bad and the voters used the Presidential elections (along with the Congressional) as a referendum against George W. Bush. The tide has changed significantly in the 11th, as Bob McDonnell (and the Republicans) won decisively in the recent elections. There is no doubt that Fimian can win this election against Connolly.
A national GOP official said that they have not actively recruited GOP challengers in the 11th District, as they are confident with Fimian’s ability to fundraise and to get his message across to voters. The official mentioned that Fimian recently raised $500,000, and that he is one of the top 10 challengers to watch this election cycle. This is good news for Fimian, as he was recently named one of the Top Guns by the NRCC.
And Greg seems to think this is a conspiracy by the Washington Post, but his best point is here:
Herrity probably would [perform well against Connolly], if he wasn’t starting a campaign months late and competing in a primary against a candidate endorsed by the House Minority Whip and just about every Republican elected official in the district.
Bottom-line: Herrity should not enter the race. A quick glance at the 2nd and 5th should be reason enough for Republicans in the 11th to rally around Fimian right now.
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3 Responses to "CCC and BVBL on the 11th"
I just don’t think Fimian can win much less hold the seat. He is very popular in Prince William County but unfortunately Prince William makes up a very small part of the district. Its going to take more than Tea Party activists to win and hold this seat. While very likable, Fimian at times just did not coordinate well and looked out of place against Connolly last time. A little competition with a Fairfax politician could help prepare him. I don’t think he can compete with Herrity even with a major financial advantage. Should be very interesting.
I’m inclined to agree…Fimian is ready and prepared to take on Connolly, Herrity (if he is waffling as much as it appears) is not. I think Herrity could (and should) try to help Fimian. Both seem to have different circles of “people”, and if Herrity puts his people to work towards electing Fimian, it could very well put Fimian over the top in November.
Another good post is up at Mason Conservative. Tom Davis’ handlers seem to be behind Herrity. Seems rather obvious, but he Davis crowd will deny it. But, perhaps they doth protest too much.
Herrity should focus on defeating Bulova and help Fimian beat Connolly. That seems like the best course of action.
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