The Importance of Governance/ Senator Jon Corzine

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I read with great interest Sen. Corzine's note to the dKos community this morning, and in particular his proud rejection of the DLC.

The party shifts to the people
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The Importance of Governance
by Senator Jon Corzine

I want to introduce myself to you, the Daily Kos and `blog' community. I'd also like to hear from you, as well as give you a sense of what I think is the most pressing challenge we face as a progressive movement.

My name is Jon Corzine, and I am a proud Democrat who represents the people of New Jersey in the United States Senate. I've had a long career in business, and growing up, I was always surrounded by strong communities. I rose to the top of a great American company, and now feel honored to be allowed to serve my country in a public role. I've lived what anyone would consider an absolutely blessed life, and I'm in public service because I believe that all citizens should have the same access to the American dream that I had.

Many in the progressive movement must feel despondent at this point. A reactionary Republican party is more dominant than at any point in any of our lives on a Federal level. And even where we have workable social programs on a state level, this administration is dedicated to reaching into states (including my own) and forcing their agenda upon them.
http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2005/4/14/92124/9571

[DeepModem Mom]

1. Have we considered Corzine for '08? A former chmn of Goldman, Sachs...

might be a little less difficult for the Repubs and MSM to destroy than a life-long politician. The man sat at the very top of the nation's financial community, and supported Dems the whole time.

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2. Corzine would be an

Interesting sleeper pick. I can honestly say if he was our candidate I'd have no complaints. A problem that arises with him is the same as with Spitzer who gets mentioned once in a while. He's gonna run for NJ Governor in 2005 and in all likelihood he will win, with that he will only have been Govrenor for 2 years before he would have to run for Pres.