New Kid On The Block... Sort Of

A new candidate is making a run for GOP chairman. Former State Representative John Padoven has forwarded an email announcing his candidacy. Padoven was elected to the New Mexico House of Representatives in 1977 and served two terms. He then moved to California to work in computer software and later business consulting. The following seems to be his platform.

During the following weeks before the Chairman’s election on January 10th, you will receive information answering questions on why John Padoven is running for State Chairman. You will also receive very specific information on where he would like the party to evolve in the years ahead.

John knows fully well that he cannot act alone. A partnership with the Republican State Central Committee is essential for our Party’s success. It will be a democratic partnership based on ideas and how ideas should be implemented.

If elected, John will open a telephone hot line for Central Committee members to use in sharing their ideas and concerns. Active and open communications will hopefully diminish internal conflicts that only harm our party casting shadows over our common goal, which is to become the majority party in New Mexico.

John will also meet with every Central Committee member, in the members home town where he can visit not only with you, but your families. Doing so will allow John to know who you are and what motivates you personally and politically. It will also give you a chance to know him.

I do not know Mr. Padoven but I am glad to see he is running. At this point I am not supporting anyone because I am not a state central committee member. If I was a member I don't know who I would support, the other two candidates are same old business party insiders. The state GOP is continuing to be the invitation only party that loses election after election. Real smart.

AHD