Former SC governer Hodges contacted about DNC chair.

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http://www.heraldtribune.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20041123/APN/411230896

CHARLESTON, S.C. -- Former Gov. Jim Hodges has been contacted in recent weeks about seeking the Democratic national chairmanship and says he is considering the possibility.

"I've had some phone calls from former colleagues," said Hodges, who was elected in 1998 and served one term as governor. "But I'm pleased with what I'm doing now. I haven't decided yet."

Hodges runs a business consulting firm and his is one of numerous names that have surfaced as a possible successor to Terry McAuliffe, who is not seeking another term.The 400-plus members of the Democratic National Committee meet in February to choose a new chairman.

Hodges said he will consider the possibility and decide in the next few weeks. Certainly we need someone strong who brings (the thinking of) the South and the Midwest to the position," Hodges said." END SNIP