Willie for Congressman

quote:

---

The Washington Examiner is reporting a new political dynasty might soon be joining the Kennedys, Clintons and Bushes: Duck Dynasty, that is. "Some key Republican operatives are eager to woo one of the hit show's stars—Willie Robertson—to run for the seat given up by retiring Republican Rep. Rodney Alexander," the website reports.

Alexander, expressing frustration with divided government, recently announced he's going to work in Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal's cabinet as head of veterans affairs. He will leave at the end of September and a special election will be held to fill the open seat. He represents the 5th District, including Monroe, home to the group headed by Robertson, the game call and hunting companies Duck Commander and Buck Commander.

Alexander and his staff are also friendly with the Robertson family, especially Willie, the website reports. "My boys want to run Willie Robertson for the seat," a "key outside advisor to House GOP leadership" is quoted as telling the website. The source says efforts are being made to interest Robertson in running, but a spokesman for the Robertson family didn't return a request for comment.

---