Friday, November 17, 2006

Wait and see for Huckabee on 2008

Republican Governor Mike Huckabee of Arkansas is still mulling over whether he'll run for president in 2008.

From AP:

Gov. Mike Huckabee, considering a presidential bid in 2008, said Thursday he is putting himself in position to take the plunge into the race and other Republicans' plans won't affect his timetable.

While U.S. Sen. John McCain of Arizona already kicked off a campaign with the creation of an exploratory committee, Huckabee told reporters he won't announce any plans until he leaves the Governor's Mansion on Jan. 9.

"What I'm doing now is taking steps that get me into the position to make the plunge," Huckabee said. "There's no real advantages to me to declare a candidacy this early. There are a lot of disadvantages," including fundraising restrictions.

Related post: Soon-to-be-former Gov. Huckabee and wife on "wedding" gift registries

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