2017: NJ Gubernatorial/legislative elections

[Mike Thick]

Another Republican who could make a run for governor is Rich Bagger, former Christie chief of staff.

http://www.nj.com/news/index.ssf/2011/12/gov_christies_chief_of_staff_r.html

That is simultaneously the best and worst name ever

[Mike Thick]

This article detailing the sheer f**ckery of Christie's beach visit today is a perfect encapsulation of how he both has no ethical fortitude and really doesn't give a crap anymore.

https://thinkprogress.org/amp/p/2c4d47384129

[Mike Thick]

RNC won’t back NJ gubernatorial candidate over criticism of Trump: report

http://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/news/342730-rnc-wont-back-new-jersey-governor-candidate-over-loyalty-report

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Oh well. I suppose it doesn't matter, since she really does not have much of a chance at winning anyway. In fact, it's quite possible that Murphy's consistently monstrous lead factored into them staying out of the race.

This might be a little conspiratorial, but I think it's more that they're using a race they wouldn't have won anyway to show other Republicans what might happen to them if they don't tow the party line.