by Lisa Mathias
CSM’s Linda Feldmann features commentary from David Winston on today’s story about the GOP’s possible success in the 2010 elections, among efforts to marginalize Michael Steele in his position as Chairman of the RNC.
“There’s a certain level of infrastructure that’s certainly important,” says David Winston, a Republican pollster. “But ultimately, it’s the broader message and the American people’s sense of who they want to have govern the country that matters.”
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by Lisa Mathias
Ed Hornick outlines the RNC Chairman race on CNNPolitics.com, with a look into the current progress of the race since Monday’s Debate.
WASHINGTON (CNN) — A fresh, invigorating appeal to voters. That’s the challenge Republicans face as they set out to pick a new leader for a party driven into the wilderness after a disappointing 2008 general election.
But which candidate’s philosophy will convince the party faithful of a revival? Some say whomever can embrace new approaches employed by Democrats this year will not only win out but will bring the party back to a majority in government.
The article also features insight from David Winston on the candidates and the directions they’re taking to earn their votes.
Analysis: GOP revival hangs on party’s next leader [CNN.com]
by Lisa Mathias
Printed in The Washington Post on January 3rd, 2009, Perry Bacon, Jr. writes on the tense race for RNC Chairman.
Following an election that has left Republicans with no clear vision about how to regain power, the normally low-profile race to head the GOP’s national committee has turned into a six-man showdown that has opened rifts along racial, regional and ideological lines.
Six Vying to Become The Next RNC Chair [WashingtonPost.com]
