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Burris Won't Run for Re-Election

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(Newser) – Roland Burris won't run for re-election to his Senate seat, both Chicago papers are reporting. The Illinois senator intends to stay in office through the end of his term in January 2011 but figures he can't raise enough money to mount a re-election campaign. In fact, he's raised a measly $20,000 so far, notes the Sun-Times. Burris is expected to make an official announcement tomorrow.

The Democrat has been dogged by his association to disgraced Gov. Rod Blagojevich ever since his controversial appointment. One source tells the Tribune that the news isn't exactly a bombshell in political circles. “It actually means very little," said the insider. "I don’t  think he was on track to win this primary. It eliminates a minor headache. But that’s it."

Sen. Roland Burris, D-Ill.
Sen. Roland Burris, D-Ill.   (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
Sen. Roland Burris, D-Ill.
Sen. Roland Burris, D-Ill.   (AP Photo/Seth Perlman, File)
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jamerican
Jul 9, 09 6:34 PM CDT
He is such a crook and a liar he should not be there now. If he had any self respect he would have never cheated his way in...if he had any respect for America he would resign...he is a disgrace as a black man. Reply
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freethemall
Jul 10, 09 12:07 AM CDT
Couldn't you have said what you had to say about him without mentioning his race?
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shonangreg
Jul 10, 09 5:52 AM CDT
Yes, saying "he is a disgrace" says it all. Adding "as a black man" accomplished nothing.
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kokuaguy
Jul 9, 09 8:08 PM CDT
Oh, it was worth every penny for i him-- now he gets to emblazon his huge granite tomb with the honor. Reply
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Mr.C
Jul 10, 09 2:43 AM CDT
why did someone rate that down? The man has a running list of reasons why he is proud of himself on his giant tomb (whatever the word) with the word Trailblazer describing himself.
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