Roth, Anthony Confer At Corporation Commission
Insiders report that Oklahoma County Commissioner Jim Roth met with Corporation Commissioner Bob Anthony today for about an hour. The meeting fuels speculation (perhaps incorrect) that Roth may have moved to the top of the list of those Governor Brad Henry is considering as a replacement for Republican Denise Bode, whose resignation becomes effective May 31st.
Roth's name has surfaced in some key Democrat circles; he apparently has the active support of lobbyist Pat Hall and others. Roth apparently arranged the meeting with Anthony on his own. At the urging of those who want him to be named to the post, Roth reportedly contacted Henry's office to discuss his interest and followed up by meeting with Anthony, the veteran Republican commissioner. Henry has given no indication of those he's considering and a source says it's not likely Henry will make an immediate appointment.
Oklahoma City Councilman Pete White and Pete Regan, former chief of staff for Congressman Dan Boren and a 2006 candidate for lieutenant governor, also have been mentioned.
Roth's name has surfaced in some key Democrat circles; he apparently has the active support of lobbyist Pat Hall and others. Roth apparently arranged the meeting with Anthony on his own. At the urging of those who want him to be named to the post, Roth reportedly contacted Henry's office to discuss his interest and followed up by meeting with Anthony, the veteran Republican commissioner. Henry has given no indication of those he's considering and a source says it's not likely Henry will make an immediate appointment.
Oklahoma City Councilman Pete White and Pete Regan, former chief of staff for Congressman Dan Boren and a 2006 candidate for lieutenant governor, also have been mentioned.
Labels: Bob Anthony, Brad Henry, Jim Roth, Pete Regan, Pete White
posted by Mike McCarville @ 5:55 PM
