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State senator takes reins of Nevada's Republican Party
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Updated: Sep. 11, 2010 | 3:29 p.m.
The Nevada Republican Party elected state Sen. Mark Amodei as its new chairman on Saturday night.
As head of the party, the Carson City Republican will take over in an election year with the party split by conservative factions such as the Tea Party movement. And the party has been having a tough time raising money to help candidates.
Amodei, who was term-limited this year, had dropped out of the U.S. Senate race after his campaign stalled in the crowded field of a dozen contenders vying to take on Democratic incumbent Sen. Harry Reid in the fall general election.
So Amodei was looking for a way to stay involved in politics.
"This has been a very humbling experience," Amodei said in a statement. "I appreciate the support from around the state and am looking forward to gathering a great staff, great county organizations and great Nevadans so our voices can make a difference in November."
Ciara Matthews, communications director for the Nevada Republican Party, praised Amodei for his "proven record of leadership in the Nevada Legislature."
Amodei was elected during a central committee meeting in Reno by a 218-54 vote, according to the Nevada News Bureau.
Amodei replaces Chris Comfort, who recently resigned, citing family reasons. His departure followed a tumultuous time leading the party for half a year. Comfort took over after Sue Lowden quit as chairwoman to seek the GOP nomination for the U.S. Senate.
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Let's pull out all the chickens and get this show on the road!
What a shame, a man who lost his name and respect during his last term a Senator. Mark is far to political to do what's right for the party. I agree with Max the GOP is doomed. Get rid of the RINO's and bring back respect to the party!
Looks like another stodgy old white guy to me. The republican party will never get out of its doldrums until it can find someone who at least exudes youth and fresh ideas while still maintaining republican principles and ideals. What's the matter republicans, Paul Laxalt or Ed Fike not available?
Harry Reid has destroyed Nevada, its time to vote him out and start the painful process of rebuilding the local economy.