The state senator many consider to be the most liberal – Orange County’s Sen. Ellie Kinnaird – says she’s stunned by Gov. Perdue’s decision not to run for a second term. But beyond that, Sen. Kinnaird offers this assessment of the Democratic gubernatorial field to the Herald-Sun:
Still, the news Thursday stunned State Sen. Ellie Kinnaird, D- Orange, who simply did not want to believe Perdue would not seek a second term.
“I can’t believe that,” Kinnaird gasped when told about Perdue’s decision. “Who is going to take her place? I don’t see anyone on the horizon who could replace her.”
She described Perdue as “bold” and someone who has fought “courageously” for her beliefs.
“I can’t believe she would give up the vision she has fought for so courageously,” Kinnaird said.
