Wed
Nov 26 2008
11:51 am
By: R. Neal
In a letter to State Democratic Executive Committee Members, candidate for TNDP chair Chip Forrester says he is traveling across the state to meet with every member and has received "33 solid commitments of support." He says he needs 37 votes to be elected.
Chip said he has met with executive committee members in East and Middle Tennessee, and will travel to West Tennessee next week. His letter, which includes the list of 33 supporters, is attached.
Previously: Chip Forrester seeks TNDP chair
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