If Olson resigns, Kiffmeyer seen as possible candidate
by T.W. Budig
ECM capitol reporter
Minnesota Secretary of State Mary Kiffmeyer will leave office in January, one of the victims of the Democratic wave that swept many Republicans from office.
But a chance for Kiffmeyer to step back into elective office might open soon.
...Kiffmeyer gives a few hints to Mark Olson about resigning so she can get back into government...
Kiffmeyer, though reluctant to talk in specifics about the Olson situation, said she is seen as a possible replacement for Olson.
“There’s been lots of folks calling and talking and wanting us to do that (consider running for the House) since, I think, the day it happened,” said Kiffmeyer, of Big Lake.
Olson was arrested Nov. 12.
“I think we ought to be fair to Mark Olson and not jump the gun yet — I think it’s a matter of being fair and respectful,” said Kiffmeyer.
Yet Kiffmeyer indicated that if Olson is found guilty of domestic assault, as a practical political matter she doubts whether he could remain in office.
Beyond this, Olson’s family situation is more important than the politics, she said.
...Mark Olson doesn't seem to get Mary's message...
Olson, while refusing to answer “hypothetical” questions, explained that he didn’t see why he should consider doing anything different in his political career at this point.
People are innocent until proven guilty, he said.
There is a lot of misinformation out in the public about the situation, he said.
“I feel it grievous that my family has to go through this,” he said.
Olson said the media has insulted his family — knocking on the door of the family home, bothering his wife.
By the grace of God, he goes on day to day, Olson said.
...the article goes on to list a few more reasons for Olson step aside for Kiffmeyer...
A Republican activist prior to running for the office, Kiffmeyer’s husband, Ralph, served in the Minnesota Legislature.
“She’d be an automatic win, I think,” said House Minority Leader-elect Marty Seifert, R-Marshall.
Seifert — who has not spoken to Kiffmeyer about a run for the House — said Kiffmeyer would bring to a House race universal name recognition, an ability to raise money and a generally conservative political view.
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1 comment:
The KIFF is back? Well at least she hasn't beat any women. But she is a throwback worthy of replicating Mark Olson's moronic views.
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