The Republican caucus of the state House today re-elected Glenn Richardson to his post of Speaker.
Representative David Ralson of Blue Ridge had challenged Richardson for the job--a bold move rarely seen against a sitting Speaker.
In his speech to the caucus before the vote, Ralston said if elected, he would put members first and lobbyists last. Ralston cautioned the GOP caucus to be mindful of the losses the national party endured in last week's election. Ralston added "the people did not give us a permanent lease on power."
Richardson in his pre-vote speech to the caucus said "I have made mistakes along the way, but I've also learned from my mistakes." He added "Leaders are picked to lead, and that's what I intend to do. I'd rather try to do something good and fail, then to do nothing and succeed."
Richardson has come under criticism for taking a tough stance, often clashing with Governor Sonny Perdue and Lieutenant Governor Casey Cagle.
In the end, the 105-members of the Republican caucus re-elected Richardson in a secret ballot. Because it's secret, results are not public.
Representative David Ralson of Blue Ridge had challenged Richardson for the job--a bold move rarely seen against a sitting Speaker.
In his speech to the caucus before the vote, Ralston said if elected, he would put members first and lobbyists last. Ralston cautioned the GOP caucus to be mindful of the losses the national party endured in last week's election. Ralston added "the people did not give us a permanent lease on power."
Richardson in his pre-vote speech to the caucus said "I have made mistakes along the way, but I've also learned from my mistakes." He added "Leaders are picked to lead, and that's what I intend to do. I'd rather try to do something good and fail, then to do nothing and succeed."
Richardson has come under criticism for taking a tough stance, often clashing with Governor Sonny Perdue and Lieutenant Governor Casey Cagle.
In the end, the 105-members of the Republican caucus re-elected Richardson in a secret ballot. Because it's secret, results are not public.
