Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) said Thursday that she was waiting to determine her political future until some family health issues were resolved, the Los Angeles Times reported.
“The time is coming, be assured. I’ve had reasons for waiting, and so once those problems are solved, I’ll let you know,” Feinstein told the paper after a town hall, referring to the choice of whether to run for re-election in 2018.
Feinstein, 83, is the oldest member of the U.S. Senate, and was first elected to the body in 1992. The state is stocked with young political talent, including many who would be eager for a shot at Feinstein’s seat. California Gov. Jerry Brown is the oldest state executive in the country at 79.
In January, the Times noted, she told KQED that, “as long as I feel I can get things done, and I can, then I think I benefit the people of my state as opposed to someone new coming in.”
Thanks for your public service, Diane. Time to step aside for someone younger who will strongly push for 21st century progressive ideas. There’s no reason why one of the strongest Dem states in the union should have to put up with one of the least progressive Dem senators. If we were a swing state, maybe I’d be OK with it.
http://progressivepunch.org/scores.htm?house=senate
As much as I respect Sen.Feinstein and applaud her work in the Senate for the past 25 years, she might better serve her California constituents, her party, and the nation by mentoring a strong, younger, progressive, and viable Democratic candidate to succeed her in the 2018 election.
Beat it Diane. Fuck you and your husband for fleecing our government out of hundreds of millions. While you’re at it, take Schumer and Pelosi with you. Old people thinking they’re entitled and are the only ones that know how things work in Washington. GO AWAY. Make room for the FUTURE.
Agreed.
I’d like to see Adam Schiff.
He could move right into DiFi’s spot on Intelligence Committee given his experience on the House committee.
(Well, not ranking member yet)
I regretfully agree. She’s been wonderful and can best continue her legacy by mentoring and sponsoring a younger generation. Take a well deserved rest, too. I can’t believe she’s 83. She looks amazing…smart, alert, vibrantly alive.