MAVOCKE--Veroche Sen. Mark Peoninski (N) will not run for re-election in 2014, he announced today.
Speaking to reporters in a mid-afternoon press conference, Peoninski said he had been thinking about stepping down "for a long time," and after talking with his family and colleagues, determined it was the best decision.
"I have enjoyed every minute I've spent in the Senate," he said. "But there are other priorities that I have, as a husband, a father, and a business professional, and I feel that my future lies outside the Senate. So I will not be standing for election in 2014."
Peoninski was elected to the Senate in 2008. Prior to serving in the Senate, he worked in corporate real estate.
His announcement came as a surprise to many, including his fellow Veroche senators.
"I had no idea this was coming. It's quite shocking, really. But I respect his decision and I'm thankful for his service. It's been wonderful serving beside him for the past few years," Sen. Kit McHenry (C) told the NPF.
Nationalist Sen. David Acade, who was elected to the Senate just three years ago, was also caught off-guard by Peoninski's announcement, but had high praise for his fellow NAT member.
"Few people have worked as hard and tirelessly for their state as Mark Peoninski has for Veroche," Acade said.
Peoninski's announcement means it will be an open field for the NAT nomination for his seat. Among the likely candidates: Assemblymen Molly Kern of Dapperdawn, Hayden Allis of Verdonnen and Royal Woods, Derrick Godbrey of Tansler, Alex Korchimney of Kanassett-Marcawsop, and Kim Reegen of Nashakan.
Assemblyman Jim Deerhe of Hutchison, who ran in 2012 for Senate against incumbent Kit McHenry (C), could mount a second run as well.
Assemblyman Nick Garson of Lanakis-Southwick could also run, although he is still struggling to repair his image after a drunken-driving arrest in 2011.
Another likely candidate is former Sen. Aaron Tobias Griffith (N), who was removed from the Senate during the 2011 Senate Reduction Lottery. Griffith is said to be seriously considering running to reclaim his seat.
While Veroche is a heavily NAT state, Conservatives may still have a shot at the open Senate seat. They have a plethora of possible candidates as well.
Topping the list are Assemblymen John Bosworth of Fullerton, Ethan Carr of Brentwood, Vaughn Laudney of Goldocca-West Waters, and Brent Houston of Pudsley.
Former Sen. Evelynn Blankenship could also make a comeback bid.
Speaking to reporters in a mid-afternoon press conference, Peoninski said he had been thinking about stepping down "for a long time," and after talking with his family and colleagues, determined it was the best decision.
"I have enjoyed every minute I've spent in the Senate," he said. "But there are other priorities that I have, as a husband, a father, and a business professional, and I feel that my future lies outside the Senate. So I will not be standing for election in 2014."
Peoninski was elected to the Senate in 2008. Prior to serving in the Senate, he worked in corporate real estate.
His announcement came as a surprise to many, including his fellow Veroche senators.
"I had no idea this was coming. It's quite shocking, really. But I respect his decision and I'm thankful for his service. It's been wonderful serving beside him for the past few years," Sen. Kit McHenry (C) told the NPF.
Nationalist Sen. David Acade, who was elected to the Senate just three years ago, was also caught off-guard by Peoninski's announcement, but had high praise for his fellow NAT member.
"Few people have worked as hard and tirelessly for their state as Mark Peoninski has for Veroche," Acade said.
Peoninski's announcement means it will be an open field for the NAT nomination for his seat. Among the likely candidates: Assemblymen Molly Kern of Dapperdawn, Hayden Allis of Verdonnen and Royal Woods, Derrick Godbrey of Tansler, Alex Korchimney of Kanassett-Marcawsop, and Kim Reegen of Nashakan.
Assemblyman Jim Deerhe of Hutchison, who ran in 2012 for Senate against incumbent Kit McHenry (C), could mount a second run as well.
Assemblyman Nick Garson of Lanakis-Southwick could also run, although he is still struggling to repair his image after a drunken-driving arrest in 2011.
Another likely candidate is former Sen. Aaron Tobias Griffith (N), who was removed from the Senate during the 2011 Senate Reduction Lottery. Griffith is said to be seriously considering running to reclaim his seat.
While Veroche is a heavily NAT state, Conservatives may still have a shot at the open Senate seat. They have a plethora of possible candidates as well.
Topping the list are Assemblymen John Bosworth of Fullerton, Ethan Carr of Brentwood, Vaughn Laudney of Goldocca-West Waters, and Brent Houston of Pudsley.
Former Sen. Evelynn Blankenship could also make a comeback bid.
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