No Dem endorsement in California's special House election

[Freddie Stubbs]

Los Angeles City Councilwoman Janice Hahn was backed by the majority of delegates at the California Democratic Party's special election caucus in Torrance on Saturday. Hahn took more than 57 percent of the vote, but needed 60 to win the party's endorsement in the special election race for former Rep. Jane Harman's (D) seat. Still, she talked up the result as a "game changer."

"It sends a strong message that I am the choice for Democrats in California's 36th congressional district," Hahn said in a statement. "I have always been a fighter for Democratic values -- like healthcare for all, improving our schools, creating more good paying jobs and protecting workers rights, cleaning up the environment, and fighting for civil and equal rights -- and when I go to Congress, I will continue to fight for those values."

Secretary of State Debra Bowen came second with 39 percent of the vote. She said the party was "clearly divided" over which candidate to back.

"I'm proud of the support that I received from my fellow Democrats," Bowen said in a statement.

more: http://thehill.com/blogs/ballot-box/house-races/153531-no-dem-endorsement-in-californias-special-house-election

[Raine]

1. Well I hope by the time of the election there is a clear

front runner. All over my area I see Craig Huey (repug) signs, I would hate for him to get in because of a Democratic split. I went to college with him and he was a far right nut then and he hasn't changed. :puke:

[prodem755]

2. +1

[Merlot]

3. I wish Debra Bowen would stay on as SOS

She was just re-elected to that office, and she's doing a great job.