While the recall effort against Aseemblyman Anthony Adams may have failed to qualify, apparently proponents of it will be able to claim victory anyways…
Today Adams announced with little fanfare that he will not be seeking reelection this year.
While Adams did not specify exactly why he is retiring early, one can likely conclude that the specter of a tough reelection in a June primary would weigh heavily on such a decision.
Adams rather brazenly and infamously was one of a handful of Republicans last February who “reneged” on their written pledge to oppose tax increases — and not cast a vote to enact $16 billion in higher sales, income and car taxes — but also voted to place billions more in higher taxes on the ballot (these were soundly defeated by voters).
Adams' district is a “safe GOP” seat. Look for his successor to make it clear that the next Assemblyman from the 59th District will not vote to raise taxes.
January 5th, 2010 at 12:00 am
On my! Dear old Anthony must have found a day job with those blood sucking attornies or parasite lobbyists!!!! Or perhaps he may be pressing purple tshirts for government unions…..
Someone has to do it….
January 5th, 2010 at 12:00 am
Where there’s a state board, there’s a payday.
January 5th, 2010 at 12:00 am
I believe Adams made a wise decision. I hope his future brings him good things and more blessings for him and his family.