Ruben vs. Raskin
Jamie Raskin, an American University law professor, has formally announced that he is challenging District 20 Sen. Ida G. Ruben in this year's Democratic primary.
Ruben has represented District 20, which includes parts of Silver Spring and Takoma Park, since 1987. But Raskin is widely expected to give Ruben her most serious challenge in years.
Even though Ruben, who also represented the district in the House of Delegates between 1975 and 1987, has been a fixture in county politics for three decades, several longtime activists are lining up behind Raskin.
"I think the time has finally come when it's someone else's turn," said Dorothy Davidson , who has been active in county politics for four decades, including working tirelessly on behalf of Rep. Chris Van Hollen (D) in his past two races.
Former council member Esther Gelman and State's Attorney Douglas F. Gansler are also supporting Raskin.
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By Phyllis Jordan |
January 26, 2006; 4:25 PM ET
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Posted by: s | January 26, 2006 5:16 PM
Jamie Raskin is a smart and exciting guy. Too bad he's taking on an institution in Maryland politics. I don't think he can win this race but I hope he finds a winnable opportunity in the future.
Posted by: Graham | January 27, 2006 4:03 PM
If any Senator is vulnerable to a primary challenge, I think it is Sen. Ruben. I'm going to keep an eye on this one!
Posted by: Walker | February 6, 2006 9:44 PM
Look, too many of us (and yes, i live in D20), even those who are active, don't see much of Ruben and see even less of any substantive work she does.
Posted by: Jane | February 17, 2006 5:32 PM
And word from Annapolis is that she's not particularly effective.
Posted by: Jane | February 17, 2006 5:33 PM
According to the Montgomery Gazette, Senator Ruben is the 7th least effective senator in the entire state senate. That's from a poll of Annapolis insiders.
Raskin has gotten a lot of attention, interest and support from local activists early in his campaign.
Posted by: jsmdlawyer | February 17, 2006 11:22 PM
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Phyllis- thanks for the near instaneous response and information on Jamie Raskin. He would be a great addition to the MD State political scene.