Did somebody put something in Kay Bailey Hutchison’s Wheaties?
The senior senator seemed perfectly suited in her role serving with John Cornyn in Washington. Her inexplicable decision to run for governor when we had a perfectly good one in place has set off states of confusion and anger among her Republican colleagues. In a time when the GOP brand is under siege, she has attacked and undermined her own Republican governor. If she was looking for a new job, could she at least try to take one from a Democrat?
Hutchison has also put her own Senate seat in jeopardy. Two things are going to happen if she resigns her seat to run. Either a Democrat wins it, or we all have to watch several prominent Republicans, including Michael Williams and Florence Shapiro, fight each other for it. It seems Hutchison’s candidacy has done nothing but create more in-fighting for her own party. Sacrificing party unity for her own political gain is creating nothing but ill will for her run.
In addition, Hutchison has been accused of not being a true conservative. While she is not 100% pro-life and she supports stem cell research, she usually supports conservative legislation. Her problem here is more image than substance. Hutchison has not been an outspoken voice for conservatism while in the Senate. She chooses her words carefully and rarely enters controversial debates in public, unlike many of her sound-bite ready peers. By “playing it safe,” many interpret that as a lack of leadership, which is probably why the response to her gubernatorial run has been so tepid.
Hutchison has stepped up her attacks on Rick Perry, including blaming him for the lack of progress during the recent legislative session in Austin. While that many be only partially true, her attacks have only backfired and garnered Perry even more sympathetic support. Instead of offering real criticism, it sounds more like Monday morning quarterbacking. The senator seems to have miscalculated Perry’s popularity; he may not be loved, but he certainly is liked.
The real problem with Hutchison’s candidacy, and the reason she won’t win, is her inability to show any reason why she deserves a vote over Perry. She has offered nothing new. She has yet to show the leadership her candidacy claims to offer. She offers no solutions or alternatives. Hutchison seems to be under the impression that she has paid her dues and deserves the office. It appears most Texans do not agree.
by Victor Medina
Victor Medina is a Dallas based writer with extensive credits. For more of Mr. Medina’s articles visit
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Victor Medina is a Dallas based writer who has distinguished himself in a number of social and professional arenas. Among his accomplishments:BUSINESS*Nine years as executive director of The Service Dealers Association, a national trade association, and became a national voice for small businesses in the lawn and garden industry.*Recognized as an “Industry Leader” by Outdoor Power Equipment Magazine four times, along with executives from companies such as Johm Deere, Briggs and Stratton, and Toro.*Began successful national marketing partnerships with companies such as Sears and Federated Insurance.*Interviewed for articles in The Wall Street Journal and The Dallas Morning News.CIVIC*Active in the south Dallas community for a number of years.*Member of the Oak Cliff Chamber of Commerce from 2000-2003, and served as chairman of the education committee during that time.*Chairman of the Golden Oak Awards from 2000-2003. The awards honor outstanding south Dallas teachers and provide scholarships to area students.POLITICAL*Has been active in a number of political campaigns and causes, and often provides political commentary on local issues.*Is active in the election process by working as an election clerk and election judge in Dallas county.WRITING*Wrote a biweekly industry news report and commentary that was distributed in five countries, and was even used by some college teachers as part of their curriculum.*Wrote feature stories and opinion pieces for a number of national magazines, including Lawn and Landscape Magazine, Power Equipment Trade, and Outdoor Power Equipment Magazine. *Worked as a sports assistant with KXAS TV (Dallas NBC affiliate), and even interviewed sports figures and provided other content.*Wrote a number of sports, news, and human interest stories for several smaller newspapers.SPORTS*As an NBC affiliate sports assistant, rubbed shoulders with the likes of Emmitt Smith, Troy Aikman, Nolan Ryan, and OJ Simpson (before the murders, of course!).*Coached junior high football, first as an assistant, then as a head coach.OTHER *Has also been a featured speaker at several national events, as an advocate for small businesses. He’s also been featured in several radio interviews.
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