Reid Tasks Schumer With Top Dem Messaging Job

[cal04]

http://tpmdc.talkingpointsmemo.com/2010/11/reid-tasks-schumer-with-top-dem-messaging-job.php?ref=fpi

In a sign that Democrats hope to do a better job claiming credit for their accomplishments, and emphasizing the differences between themselves and the GOP, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid has merged the Senate Dems' policy and communications shops, and tasked Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-NY) with chairing the new office as a member of party leadership.

Schumer has developed a reputation among his colleagues, and across Washington, as a shrewd political strategist and a master of message control.

In a letter to colleagues today, Reid cited those skills as the reason he's giving Schumer the job.

"I have asked Senator Schumer, whose communications abilities and tactical skills we all greatly respect, to lead this office," read wrote.

[Tatiana]

1. Well, Chuck is certainly savvy. And he has great tactical skills.

So I suppose we could do worse...

[Parker CA]

2. Sounds like a solid move! I'll be curious to see how this affects the general Dem messages. K&R!

[librechik]

3. It's about time they gave SOMEONE that job.

heaven only knows if Schumer can do it.

[derby378]

4. God help us...

Schumer once threatened to support Joe freakin' Lieberman over a candidate duly chosen by Connecticut's Democratic voters. This is a really, really, really bad idea.

[Zenlitened]

5. Finally, that vacancy is filled!

[joeybee12]

6. Good...Chuck is certainly not a shrinking violet...nt

[emulatorloo]

7. Good sign n.t

[mzmolly]

8. Awesome!

He'll be great! :toast:

[PopSixSquish]

9. Schumer Likes to Get into the Middle of It

so this should be kinda fun to watch...