December 2, 2005 - 5:58pm
Party Switcher
By GoroOfLoanDaniel Hutchison, the Republican candidate for Congress against Rob Andrews in 2004, has switched parties and may be running as a Democrat for Gloucester Township Council. Hutchison sealed the deal at a breakfast with Camden County Democratic Co-Chairman James Beach and Donald Norcross , and Democratic strategist Steve Ayscue on Tuesday in Blackwood. Republicans failed in their bid to recruit Hutchison, has been actively courted by Camden County Democratic leaders, to run for the State Assembly in the fourth district earlier this year.
Hutchison was the winner of a very close primary: he defeated John Cusack by just twelve votes in June 2004. Gloucester County Republicans withdrew their endorsement after finding out the Hutchison had contributed $250 to Democratic Assemblyman Robert Smith after he had already won their organization line.
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Wishy washy on Iraq. For reimportation of prescription drugs. Mu
Wishy washy on Iraq. For reimportation of prescription drugs. Mum on social issues. Gentler on Rob Andrews than baby powder.
Not really a shock.
Given the history of the GOP in Camden County, - State Senate Ra
Given the history of the GOP in Camden County, - State Senate Race, Audubon, DRPA appointments, etc. this should not be a surprise.
Hutchison is about as conservative as the county chair that put him on the ballot.
GOPMONEYMAN - Does that mean you voted for him or against him la
GOPMONEYMAN - Does that mean you voted for him or against him last time around? Or do you support people based soley upon the little letter after that person's name?
The county chairwoman is not at fault, or do you also prefer a party boss system?
I guess Dan figures "If you can't beat them, join them." My que
I guess Dan figures "If you can't beat them, join them." My question is, why did you ever consider yourself a Republican in the first place? Principles and values mean things! If you want to just win to feed your ego then I totally understand. But to align yourself with a party that supports everything you were against os apalling to say the least. Good luck running with that crowd. Remember, the grass always looks greener on the other side. Don't come crawling back to this party when things get tough. Believe me, there will be a time when that happens. For you my door will be closed.