As the race for a new Pinellas Democratic Executive Committee chief begins, party Vice Chairman Arlin Briley writes to say he'll run:
"Yes, I will be seeking election to replace Chair Wadlinger. There has been much intrigue stirred by her announcement to resign, but I wish to assure everybody that in the last year and a half we've been building our team strength, and I am committed to seeing the team effort through the elections. I believe I'm ready for the job and that my candidacy offers a seamless transition."
Briley has been very involved with the party and the Pinellas Election Reform Coalition.
This article appears in May 17-23, 2006.