Magiscanti Draws Primary Challenger

Freshman CNS senator to face primary opponent

HARLYNE, HVN--Freshman Senator Andre "Bourret" Magiscanti (CNS), who is known for his moderate voting record, now has an opponent for the primary election.

Jill Webster, a nurse and Christian activist from Harlyne, announced she will challenge Magiscanti, who is seeking his first full term after winning a special election in June 2008. In a speech given outside her campaign headquarters on Harlyne's northeast side, Webster took aim at Magiscanti's moderate stance on social issues, including his support for abortion.

"We cannot have a senator representing us that does not believe in the sanctity of human life and the values that founded this country," Webster said.

Ms. Webster has strikingly different views on social issues, including her opposition to abortion and same-sex marriage, than many of her fellow Conservatives in Harvannah. Magiscanti has avoided many social issues while serving in the senate. However, he has sided with the NAT on economic issues, including his recent support for the economic stimulus package, to which Webster took issue.

"I am ashamed to say we have a senator that supported an unnecessary bill that will burden our children and our grandchildren with mountains of debt," Webster said. "We need a senator who will stand up for the tax-payer."

Webster is no stranger to politics. She served on the Harlyne School Board from 1995-2001, and ran unsuccessfully for the Harlyne City Council in 2005 and again in 2007. Her campaign for the senate, however, looks just as grim as her unsuccessful bids for the city council. Despite facing difficult general election poll numbers, Magiscanti appears headed for an easy primary victory. With just over $1.4 million cash-on-hand and the support of top party officials, he is likely to cruise to an easy primary win.