Texas Cloverleaf Announces...

We are officially not candidates for Texas Governor. It has been a tough decision, but we believe for the good of Texas, that we do not run.

But what else could we run for? There are plenty of statewide offices up for grabs in 2010. Less glorified positions, such as General Land Office Commissioner. While it seems like the popular thing to do, and shoot for the top dog spot on the first try, running in races on the down ballot are just as important. And need we remind everyone, that is why Republicans hold all of them.

The GOP has done a decent job in the last 15 years of having a farm system of idealogues to fill out the elected seats. Many, like Governor 39%, have worked their way up from the bottom, going from the House, to Agriculture Commissioner, and then Governor using Perry's example. Whether or not that farm system has been planned, it is something Democrats need to think about. Yes it is important we have people willing to run for seats, but it would like a lot better on paper if you have previously held an office, even if it was dog catcher.

Just because you are independently wealthy, wear a cowboy hat, or make peach salsa, does not automatically qualify you for the state's top office. You have to work even harder to prove to yourself and why you can be the one to take Rick Perry out for good. But let's keep in mind we have other seats that demand attention and need to have Democrats put there.