Is it the return of Bob Kerrey?
The former Nebraska governor says he is coming “home” to Nebraska next week to talk with friends and others about another possible run for the U.S. Senate.
Kerrey says he will make his decision quickly, after determining whether he has the “skills” and “experience” needed to help Nebraska and the nation address some of its problems, including the nation's debt woes.
“I don't presume for a moment I would automatically win. But, I have to persuade myself, if I did win, I could do something others couldn't,” Kerrey said Friday.
He previously served two terms in the Senate, before stepping down in 2001. He was replaced by Nelson.
One issue for Kerrey may be residency. He has lived in New York City for about a decade, since leaving the Senate. He and his wife, Sarah Paley, have a 10-year-old son.
He would have to return home to Nebraska and re-establish residency before the March 1 deadline to file for office.
At a minimum, he said he plans to spend more time in Nebraska, where he still has many friends and relatives.
“Coming home has a big appeal to me,” he said.
For more on the Nebraska Senate race, check out Saturday's World-Herald.
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