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In a decision that had been rumored for months, Chicago businessman Ronald Gidwitz is forming an exploratory committee, the first formal step toward a possible race for governor in 2006.

“Our children are not getting the education they need. Our jobs and doctors are leaving the state,” says Mr. Gidwitz in a statement posted on his new web site: ron2006.com. “I know we can do better. That’s why I’m considering a run to represent you—all of Illinois—as your Republican governor.”

Discuss at will.

posted by Rich Miller
Monday, Jan 24, 05 @ 3:57 pm

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1. This guy has the personal appeal and charisma of a big lump of coal. His education advocacy, philanthropy and business successes are admirable - but he has all the makings just another rich guy with too much time on his hands to run for office. Even if he is the only moderate to run, I still suspect he won’t exceeed 10% in the primary.

   He may try to emulate Blair Hull’s early surge, but without the pledge to spend huge money as Hull did - nobody’s going to jump on board. Why would they?

   Maybe Gidwitz can hire Jason Erkes too.

   Comment by Anonymous Tuesday, Jan 25, 05 @ 10:15 am

2. This is sort of like the George Pataki for President movement; An answer for a question that no one has asked.

   Comment by BuckTurgidson Tuesday, Jan 25, 05 @ 12:59 pm

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