Gov. Perry Gets Unexpected Heat From GOP

[Judi Lynn]

Gov. Perry Gets Unexpected Heat From GOP
Gov. Perry getting unexpected heat from segment of GOP right, but re-election still expected

HOUSTON, Sep. 10, 2006
By MICHAEL GRACZYK Associated Press Writer

(AP) Facing an unprecedented challenge from three well-known opponents, incumbent Republican Gov. Rick Perry is drawing some flak in his bid for a second full four-year term from those who should be among his strongest supporters: staunch GOP conservatives.

"I think a bunch are so upset with Perry they may not vote at all in the governor's race," said Norman Adams, a Harris County insurance executive and longtime party activist.
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Adams and those who share his sentiment also say it's unlikely their estrangement threatens Perry's expected return to the governor's mansion.

Barring a "meltdown of biblical proportions," Bettencourt said, Perry will head into the Nov. 7 election with a "worst case" 35 percent of the vote thanks to Republican straight-ticket voters.
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http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2006/09/10/ap/politics/mainD8K252100.shtml

[Justyce]

1. He has been 2nd only

to Bush at being our worst governor in my opinion... Wish we could have Ann Richards back.