Thomas promises more partisanship
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Oct 4, 2006 Posted by Bill Luckett
Craig Thomas gave the Casper Star-Tribune this insight into the kind of litmus test he thinks we need to govern our country by vowing to use his power to assure that no Democrat will be appointed to the seat on the U.S. District Court bench being vacated by Judge Clarence Brimmer.
By contrast, remember Gov. Dave Freudenthal's thoughts on similar matters, which he shared with the audience when he announced his reelection bid in May:
Governor Freudenthal stressed that during the past four years he put partisanship aside and emphasized participation and progress when working with the Republican dominated Legislature. He also emphasized that "seldom do I know and never care how someone is registered when I read their letter or talk with them. Problems and opportunities do not come labeled as Republican, Democrat, Libertarian, Independent, or unregistered. Whether appointments to state agencies and boards or task forces, the key has been to look for people interested in solving problems and building Wyoming."
One approach makes partisanship a major priority. The other approach focuses on finding people who can solve problems and build our state, regardless of party. Just thought I'd point that out.