No one seems to know when Saratoga County Democrats will meet to discuss candidates for the now-upcoming Congressional Election. BUT, it seems likely that discussion will come up at Wednesday’s meeting of the county committee. Stay tuned.

In the meantime, John Fasso, former candidate for governor, wants to be our next congressman. Here’s his appeal to fellow members of the GOP:

TO: Republican County Chairs
FROM: John Faso
DATE: January 25, 2009
RE: Our 20th Congressional District – the Challenge and Opportunity
Dear Friends,
I have known and worked with you and your members for a long time. My wife, Mary Fran and I
have resided in this district for over 25 years and raised our two children here. I have always
been committed to public service and I’m greatly concerned about the future of our state and
Nation. With the impending vacancy in the 20th District, we have been presented a golden
opportunity to restore common-sense values and principled leadership to the Congress.
That said, these are challenging times for our Country, our State and our Party. We have to
regain our confidence and our bearings. I am asking for the opportunity to be your candidate
because I am prepared for these challenges. But, this is not an ordinary race. This race will
garner national attention. The GOP must nominate the very best, most experienced candidate if
we are to win this race.
We cannot standby without challenging the damaging policies that threaten to leave our children
awash in a wave of debt and without the opportunities for advancement that have helped define
America’s greatness.
Better days are ahead. I have always worked hard and done my best to honor and respect the
faith you and our fellow Republicans have put in me. This is the congressional district that has
defined our region and its principled conservatism. It can again. My entire career has prepared
me for this opportunity to serve you and our all the citizens of this district. Please feel free to
share this with members of your Committee.
As always, I am honored for the opportunity to be considered and thank you for your support.
John Faso