LA Times: Feinstein Waiting On Family Health Issues To Decide On 2018

[DonViejo]

Source: Talking Points Memo



By MATT SHUHAM Published APRIL 21, 2017, 3:49 PM EDT

Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) said Thursday that she was waiting to determine her political future until some family health issues were resolved, the Los Angeles Times reported.

“The time is coming, be assured. I’ve had reasons for waiting, and so once those problems are solved, I’ll let you know,” Feinstein told the paper after a town hall, referring to the choice of whether to run for re-election in 2018.

Feinstein, 83, is the oldest member of the U.S. Senate, and was first elected to the body in 1992. The state is stocked with young political talent, including many who would be eager for a shot at Feinstein’s seat. California Gov. Jerry Brown is the oldest state executive in the country at 79.

In January, the Times noted, she told KQED that, “as long as I feel I can get things done, and I can, then I think I benefit the people of my state as opposed to someone new coming in.”

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[mcar]

1. I do think it's time for her to retire

I don't think we'd be in danger of losing that seat

[OnDoutside]

3. It's wonderful someone in their 80s can still contribute

In a meaningful way, but, 84 heading to 85 in 2018, with another 6 years to serve after that, really it is time to hand the baton on.

I'd love to know what Xavier Becerra's next move is ?

[mcar]

6. I agree completely

[nycbos]

7. He was appointed AG when Harris went to the Senate.

He had a leadership position in The House. I am not sure if he would want to go to number 100 out of 100 in terms of seniority.

[OnDoutside]

12. So Governor, after Brown ? I thought it odd to go AG

From where he was.

[nycbos]

13. Perhaps

Sounds logical

[hibbing]

2. I'd like to see Gavin Newsom there n/t

[elfin]

5. Or Adam Schiff! EOM

[nycbos]

8. If the Dems can take back congress he would be the chair of the intelligence committee.

Why would he give that up to be the most junior senator in the nation.

[jls4561]

11. No to Gavin Newsom

Although he has espoused progressive positions, he is just too glib and opportunistic to trust.

[Wellstone ruled]

4. Cali has a ton of

Congress People to fill this spot.

[msongs]

9. time for difi to be primaried by a progressive liberal democrat or two nt

[bekkilyn]

10. I really hope she goes away, and not because of age. (nt)

[xxqqqzme]

14. I would like to see Jackie

Speier as a senator.She has been a terrific public servant.



DiFi needs to retire

[LenaBaby61]

15. LOTS of good folks here in California.

To fill Feinstein's seat, and as long as a Dem secures her seat, it's all good. We have to keep California deep blue and keep a Dem death grip on our super majority here. thuglicans are worthless shills who believe in party before country.

[Egnever]

16. While I wish no ill will on her families health.

I hope she retires. She is a conservative Dem representing a state that should have a much more liberal representative.