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Originally Posted by CIR_DREAM2009
I've read Gov. Paterson likes Gillibrand's strong fundraising skills and can bring in Upstate votes for his re-election.
As for us, she'll have a speech tomorrow, and we'll see what she says (if she is the pick). I have faith that she will have to be more liberal to win a NY Democratic primary. There's also Sen. Schumer who can persuade Gillibrand to vote the right way.
Here's some more info on Gillibrand and why she may be chosen,
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So it's all about the gov getting re- elected then? If she doesn't change her stance on immigration, gun rights etc, she is not going to win re-election.
From the daily kos
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This will undoubtedly disappoint many progressives, but there is certainly a bright side as well.
First, Gillibrand's district leans Republican, and gave Bush 54% of the vote in 2004. It's quite likely she'll be a bit more liberal representing the entire state - a similar thing happened to Debbie Stabenow of Michigan, a moderate Democrat in the House who became significantly more liberal in the Senate.
Second, it's very likely Gillibrand will run the risk of a serious, well-funded primary challenge if she doesn't position herself with the mainstream of the New York Democratic Party.
She's worked very hard to become a United States Senator, and has earned the reputation of a coming political star.
If she wants to ensure she keeps it - and keeps her Senate seat - she will need to slide somewhat to the left.
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I hope they are right!!