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Said in the Post article yesterday that he wouldn’t resign until the day before he’s sworn in as a Congressman. I guess he could do it sooner…
And that’s why he’ll stay till the last day. Not a biggie, Ritter can announce sooner and there’s nothing time critical on the SoS plate right now.
Coffman wants to stay in until the certification of the election, to his satisfaction, is either complete and beyond dispute, or is a fait accompli, too far along and too close to the deadline for completion, to allow modifications by his successor.
He would also like to get as many names off the voter registration rolls as he can, finalize as many election regulations as he can, and make interpretations that keep Republicans out of trouble in any post-election complaints lodged with his office.
Although, If I were Coffman, I’d make the move this weekend. With all the bad press revolving around his dubious voter registration behavior, I wouldn’t want that to be brought back up again next year. Just get all of his press out of the way while people are still tired of hearing about elections. Of course, I’m willing to bet that there’ll be a recall effort either way.
Sen. Gordon would not be a bad choioce, but I think Andrew Romanoff gets it.
I initially wanted him to be SoS as well, but I don’t know if he’s interested in the job or not.
If JFG applies to be considered I think she should get it because of her past experience as JeffCo clerk.
If you are looking for expertise and to build the trust with the people he goes for Joan, RoseRod or another person with real elections background.
Bad blood with Joan exists, but it would be a good thing for union boss relationships. Plus, she is qualified.
RoseRod, has the experience and is great for expanding Hispanic representation. But can she run statewide?
Bernie, gives the Guv another statewide voice that is fairly loyal to his agenda, but does he have any background in this area?
Dan Grossman, a re-entry strategy?
At the end of the day, lets put a woman in this position. Anyone for Gigi?
Romanoff will need to be persuaded and cajoled. That will take maybe five seconds.
Romanoff lost Prop 59 rather badly and is at a political dead end. He desperately wants to be appointed SOS. Ken Gordon who is at a similar dead end is now criticizing Romanoff’s commitment to political reform as they jockey for position.
My guess is Rico Munn gets the nod
Nobody likes him, including Ritter
I guess that I’m in the minority.
He gets on some folks’ nerves though.
He’s the Colorado equivalent of Bilbo Baggins, both brave and whimsical.
By anyone.
with blinders on.
When I’ve crossed swords with him, he prefered using a battle hammer instead of of a stiletto.
If that makes any sense.
The term limit clock doesn’t start running until the Senate confirms the new SOS, which will be well after the mid-point of the 4 year term. Suthers researched that point since he replaced Salazar in November butonly on an acting basis. Suthers is clear to go for two four-years plus the nearly two of Salazar’s and Coffman’s replacement, no matter when he assumes “acting” status, also can serve out the last two and then seek two four-year terms.
But it has not been tried in a court yet. I suspect a court would lean more to start the counting when the person takes office, which in some cases has been months before the confirmation by the Senate
The constitution is crystal clear. You don’t “take office” until — and unless — the Senate confirms you. Period. End of argument. It’s the same as a legislator’s term not starting until that person is sworn in.
GOV. RITTER APPOINTS 7-MEMBER PANEL TO REVIEW
SECRETARY OF STATE APPLICANTS
Gov. Bill Ritter today named a diverse group of Coloradans to serve on a selection committee that will review applications for Secretary of State and present a list of three finalists in December.
“The secretary of state serves as the highest-ranking election official in the state,” Gov. Ritter said. “In addition to elections, the secretary of state oversees a number of licensing, nonprofit and business functions. It’s one of the most important positions in state government. This selection committee will provide a broad spectrum of insights, perspectives and guidance as we select a replacement for departing Secretary Mike Coffman.”
Those interested in being considered for the Secretary of State’s position have until Nov. 17 to submit a completed application. The application is available for download by clicking on this link on Gov. Ritter’s website (www.colorado.gov/governor) and can be returned via Postal Service mail, e-mail or fax at the addresses and number on the application.
The seven selection committee members are:
n Frank Daniels, former district attorney for the 21st Judicial District in Mesa County. Daniel served as district attorney from 1993 to 2005. He currently works in private practice and runs a small business in Grand Junction.
n Tom Downey, president of the Children’s Museum of Denver. Downey is an attorney who has worked in both the public and private sectors. He is the current chair of the board of the Colorado Nonprofit Association.
n Scott Doyle, Larimer County clerk and recorder. Doyle began his tenure with the county in 1995. He was chief deputy clerk and recorder from October 2000 until his election as clerk and recorder in November 2002, creating and first utilizing the Vote Center concept in 2003. He was re-elected clerk and recorder in November 2006.
n Sandy Gutierrez, president and CEO of the Pueblo Latino Chamber of Commerce. She currently serves on Gov. Ritter’s Jobs Cabinet and is the vice chair of the Pueblo Human Relations Commission, which she helped co-found.
n Rico Munn, executive director of the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies. Prior to becoming executive director in January 2007, Munn was a private-practice litigation attorney. He served on the State Board of Education from 2003 to 2007.
n Carol Snyder, former Adams County clerk and recorder. Snyder served on the Northglenn City Council for three years and in the Colorado House of Representatives from January 1991 to January 1999. She is currently the Adams County public trustee.
n Geoff Wilson, general counsel for the Colorado Municipal League. Wilson helps draft legislation and represents the league before the state legislature, state agencies and the courts on matters affecting municipalities. He has been with the league since 1987.
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At least six if not all seven of the Committee members would love to be Secretary of State. Watch out for someone pulling a Cheney.
That’s just about the time my temp job at the DED should be wrapping up.
Hmmmmmmm…..
Instead of just appointing someone SOS the Governor says he will appoint a seven member committee to do the job for him. A Blue Ribbon Committee of course.
The Governor should have learned from the loss of Prop 58. Governors are elected to make decisions not appoint committees. My prediction is a former County Clerk from one of the metro Counties will get the nod.
Now, who of the following liked to do things without consultation or getting the insight of others, you know, kinda maverickly? And who expected to be challenged by his or her advisors, not just be rubber stamped?
GW Bush
John McCain
Sarah Palin
Barack Obama
Bill Clinton
JFK
Well, how about that.
She would be excellent as a SOS.
The politically savvy and ambitious Rico Munn will be Colorado’s next Secretary of State.
If the Governor was going to name Romanoff, Gordon, Madden or Fitz-Gerald he would have just done so. They are all known commodities and you don’t need a Committee to tell you that. I think they are now long shots. Can you see any of those four going to one or more interviews with this Committee? I certainly can’t see that happening.
I do think that he put together a panel filled with people who have one thing in common: They would love to be SOS.
Don’t be surprised to see the panel recommend one or two of its own to the Governor.
no member of the panel will apply for the job. And Gordon most certainly will apply. He’s always told me he will.
There is nothing that prevents the Committee from nominating one or more of their own. If the Governor was going to nominate a Gordon or a Romanoff or another known person he would have just done so.
The Governor already has a group of people who are supposed to review candidates and make recommendations to the Governor on appointments. It is called staff.
My prediction Rico Munn will end up with the job.
who goes by the name of “huge organ.”
That’s why I assign it the value it so obviously has.
I assume hte huge organ in question is your liver, engorged by cirrhosis, which is why I call you small penis. If you ever expect to be taken seriously, ditch the frat boy humor.
My long shot guess is Carol Snyder for SOS. Qualified and politically savvy enough to win reelection. If she doesn’t get SOS, Ritter will appoint her to a different position. She has done a great job in the trustee position.
no member of the screening committee will seek the job. ReMember, they just make three nominations to Ritter.