Politics & Government
'Draft McDonnell' Calls Va. Governor To Enter Presidential Race
"We Don't Have to Settle..." online petition site says.
A website launched by an unknown group wants Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell (R) to enter the 2012 Presidential Race.
The 'Draft McDonnell' site's headline says:
"We Don't Have to Settle. A recent report by Rhodes Cook, Senior Columnist at the Center for Politics, shows that it's not too late for a Republican to enter the 2012 Presidential race. Bob McDonnell has a strong conservative record, and he can win the general election. Sign the petition to encourage him to run today!"
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In addition to an opportunity to sign the petition urging McDonnell to throw his hat in the ring, the site has a rundown on McDonnell's resume—including his stance on issues and past acheivements. A Twitter page (@DraftMcDonnell) had 45 followers as of late Thursday night.
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The current chairman of the Republican Governors Association, McDonnell has been cited as .
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