Our blogosphere colleague Todd Epp is reporting news about changes in the South Dakota Democratic Party:
The following comes from a very good local Democratic source who has provided accurate information in the past.
Kristen Peterson and Rick Hauffe, late of the Billion for Governor campaign, have apparently been tapped for staff positions in the S.D. State Democratic Party. Deb Elofson, legislative director, has resigned.
My source also tells me that April Ries will be kept on in the Pierre office, which will be downsized. New, local party offices will be opened in Sioux Falls, Aberdeen, and Rapid City. I also understand that Don Carr will also stay on as press secretary.
If you have additional or contradictory information, please email me at epplaw(at)gmail(dot)com.
My own view having worked with both Rick and Kristen is that they are both very capable and hard working people. I’m also glad to see April staying on board, as she is always helpful. I’ve had my issues with Don this past year, but he works hard and has done an excellent job with the SDDP website. I also think the field offices are also a great idea.
In all, these are good moves (and non-moves) that start to put in place an excellent team for the 2007 Legislative session and towards the 2008 election.
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