Aug
26
Written by:
Mark Lavergne
8/26/2009 9:20 AM
Hank Gilbert, the 2006 Democratic candidate for Agriculture Commissioner, and outspoken opponent of toll roads, has told the Austin American Statesman that he plans to go for the Democratic nomination for governor.
Gilbert was quoted in the Statesman saying:
I just feel like we need that person at the top that has the experience of fighting in the (Legislature) and fighting to get things done for the people of Texas across this state, get people inspired to take a hard look.
The left-leaning Burnt Orange Report calls this "an exciting development," surmising that his entry into the race could create a more active Democratic primary and prevent Democratic voters from crossing the aisle to vote for Kay Bailey Hutchison.
Meanwhile, Gilbert's website is in "Maintenance Mode," and invites viewers to "Please try back in 24000 minutes" -- that's 16 days and 16 hours.