Rangel gets primary challenge from former campaign director

[masuki bance]

Source: The Hill

Rep. Charles Rangel (D-N.Y.) will face a 2010 primary challenge from one of his own former campaign directors.

Vince Morgan, a New York banker who once worked for Rangel as a special assistant and subsequently as a campaign director, announced Monday that he would challenge Rangel for reelection.

Morgan's announcement comes after months of ethical scrutiny surrounding Rangel in regard to his alleged failure to have paid certain taxes and disclose some income on congressional filings.

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"It's time for change," Morgan said in a press release. "Our district needs new leadership that is in touch with the community and the issues that confront us today.

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Read more: http://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/news/62659-rangel-gets-primary-challenge-from-former-campaign-director

[derby378]

1. Oh, THIS ought to be interesting... (n/t)

[Raineyb]

2. Interesting. I don't live in that district but I'll be able to see the ads. n/t

[tomm2thumbs]

3. competition is always good - hence the public option

[bertman]

4. It's time for Rep. Rangel to go, but do we have to replace him with a BANKER??

[Renew Deal]

5. This is how Rangel got the seat.

He primaried a popular and ethically challenged incumbent.

[RUMMYisFROSTED]

6. I'm NEVER against a primary challenge.

It's about the only tool left in the belt.

[No Elephants]

7. Let's hope a Democrat who is NOT a banker jumps in, too.

Bankers are not likely to be any more in touch with Harlem community than Rangel is.

Rangel is an embarrassment. So was the vote of the Democrats. Still, I am sorry to see Rangel go. I used to love seeing him interviewed. He sure talked a good game, and he was funny and charming.