Tea Party Urges Sen. McConnell To Step Down in 2014
Electability being called into question
A tea party-affiliated group is urging Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) to bow out of his reelection bid next year against Democratic rival Kentucky Secretary of State Alison Lundergan Grimes, citing concerns with the longtime senator's electability.
Matt Hoskins, the Senate Conservatives Fund's executive director, told theWashington Post Tuesday that McConnell isn't a strong enough candidate to face off against Grimes and that it may be time for him to "pass the torch."
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While I would like for him to step down, I dont think electibility is a problem.
Im entirely unfamiliar with Grimes, despite living in KY. I had no clue she was Sec of State or even existed until she announced she was running.
I honestly dont remember her being elected.
Also, while I would like Massie to take his place, I think he needs more experience and will replace Paul when he runs for Prez.