Jerry Keen Considering Possible Bid
For US Senate In 2010 If Isakson Runs For Governor
By Dick Pettys
InsiderAdvantage Georgia
(1/24/08) House Majority Leader Jerry Keen is considering a possible
bid for the U.S. Senate in 2010 if Sen. Johnny Isakson decides not
to seek re-election and instead run for governor.
"I am going to run for re-election (this year) to my House
seat," Keen told Insider, "but it is true that I had some
people call, wanting to meet with me. I met with them and we talked.
I said, 'Let me make a few phone calls to see if it's something
I should consider.' I have, and I have been very pleased with some
very favorable responses."
He continued, "A decision doesn't have to be made today -
probably over the next year. It's true I have talked to people and
I would look at it very seriously."
Keen stressed it is only something he would consider if Isakson
does not seek re-election. "If he decides to run for re-election,
I would be at the head of the list helping him get re-elected. But
if he chooses a different direction, I would look at it very seriously."
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