After Lee Terry (R-NE) misstep, Festersen reconsiders run for Congress

[Omaha Steve]

Source: Omaha World Herald

By Robynn Tysver

Omaha City Councilman Pete Festersen is giving a second look at Congress in the wake of Republican U.S. Lee Terry's controversial comments over his paycheck and the federal shutdown.

Festersen opened the door Monday to reconsidering his earlier decision not to run against Terry next year.

Festersen, a Democrat, said he is being urged by many to jump into the race in the wake of Terry's verbal misstep. Last week, Terry angered many when he said he could not “handle” going without his paycheck during the federal government shutdown, despite the fact thousands of other federal workers were not being paid for a shutdown Terry supported.

Terry apologized Sunday in one of the most unequivocal political apologies issued in a long time, saying he was “ashamed” of his comments. He said he now would not accept pay during the federal shutdown.

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[Rebellious Republican]

1. The tea party has done so many good things for us!

[IADEMO2004]

2. Lee Terry has made the perfect ad for Pete Festersen

Just needs tons of cash to buy ad time. I think his first statement came from his black heart and the apology came from his campaign treasurer.

[SunSeeker]

3. K & R