GOP seems to push for Mfume (D) in Maryland Senate race

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"Based on statements similar to Steele's from other Republican party leaders, it appears that if the state GOP had its way, Steele would face off against Mfume in November - not U.S. Rep. Benjamin L. Cardin, a 10-term congressman from the Baltimore area who has broad support from state party leaders."

"There are several reasons why: Mfume has less money than Cardin, and a recent Washington Post poll shows Steele running better against Mfume than against Cardin in a general election match-up. White voters are more likely to support Steele than Mfume, polls indicate."

http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/local/bal-md.mfume09jul09,0,1622302.story?coll=bal-local-headlines

I wonder if this potential year old scandal has something to do with the GOP's desire to have a Steele (R) vs. Mfume (D) race.

"Yet since what was described by the NAACP as an amicable departure driven solely by Mfume, some within the organization say a significant detail has been kept secret: Mfume was fired."

"Others said allegations that Mfume hired and promoted women with whom he had personal relationships created a rift among staff and board members."

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