Sen. Martinez quits as RNC chairman
USA Today
http://www.usatoday.com/news/politics/2007-10-19-martinez-rnc_N.htm
WASHINGTON — Mel Martinez, the Florida senator handpicked by President Bush to become the public face of the GOP, resigned Friday as head of the Republican National Committee.
"It was my goal as general chairman to lead the party as it established the structure and raised the resources necessary to support our presidential candidate and ensure Republican victories next November. I believe we have accomplished those goals," Martinez said in a statement.
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HUH? The reason is a bit weak.
USA Today
http://www.usatoday.com/news/politics/2007-10-19-martinez-rnc_N.htm
WASHINGTON — Mel Martinez, the Florida senator handpicked by President Bush to become the public face of the GOP, resigned Friday as head of the Republican National Committee.
"It was my goal as general chairman to lead the party as it established the structure and raised the resources necessary to support our presidential candidate and ensure Republican victories next November. I believe we have accomplished those goals," Martinez said in a statement.
...
HUH? The reason is a bit weak.