News FeedHulshof Concedes
by Brent Foster
Nixon won the governorship, ending what was a somber night for Hulshof backers. Just a few minutes ago Hulshof spoke to a crowd of supporters gathered at the Holiday Inn Expo Center in Columbia.
Hulshof spoke to the crowd briefly about his hard fought campaign, from the Republican Primary through the defeat tonight.
He said he spoke to Nixon a few minutes ago and congratulated him on his victory.
“I told Jay I would do everything I could as a private citizen to help him heal the state,” Hulshof said.
As Hulshof’s speech finished, the mood in the room seemed to lighten up. It was the first time all night I had seen smiles on the faces of the faces of his supporters.
Earlier Republican Senator Kit Bond was asked if Hulshof might consider running for United States Senate in 2010 when Bond’s seat is up.
Bond dodged the question and responded by talking about Hulshof’s leadership skills.
“Kenny has a great ability to lead and serve,” Bond said. “He has served the ninth district well, and has served the state of Missouri well.”
