This blog a year ago

On April 28, 2005, I posted an entry on a NY Sun article quoting a speech made by Randy Daniels. Mr Daniels said:

I believe that we must harness the cost of government and bring it under control - I've said it before, I'll say it again: The government of New York is too big and spends too much of your money [applause]. And until we change that, until we change that, we cannot create the environment in which the investment will come into New York and create the new industries, and the new jobs, and the new hopes and opportunities of the future. We must change New York, we must and we can. ... We are capable of growing our way out of the economic hole that we are in; we have to make the decisions, do it, and move forward with the policies that will get us there. ...

The New York Sun added:

Right now, Mr. Daniel's and William Weld are possible Republicans that can run strong and successful campaigns against Eliot Spitzer. The Sun suggests they both run, along with perhaps John Faso, and give New Yorkers a Primary like the GOP is giving New Jersey voters. It is a smart move and Republicans shouldn't be afraid to hold competitive races for the most important office in the State.

On May 18, 2005, I came up with choices for the statewide offices and believe it or not, John Faso's name surfaces as the gubernatorial choice (You'll also notice I refer to his 2002 race with the wrong seat).

Governor. John Faso. He ran a strong and almost successful campaign in 2002 for Attorney General. Mr. Faso could certainly receive the endorsement of both the Republican Party and the Conservative Party (which would prove very important for a Gubernatorial race). A platform of fiscal discipline, non-partisan redistricting, Medicaid reform and pro-business initiatives could make him a winner over Elliot Spitzer. Other names floated are Sec. Randy Daniels and As. Patrick Manning.

The only downside is we aren't getting a primary. Is it good? Is it bad? It would probably be something the party would need if we were in New Jersey's situation where Republicans don't hold a majority to any particular branch or house. At least, this year, we have a chance to win some races and hopefully save New York.