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published Thursday, January 8th, 2009

Chattanooga: Brock endorses Wamp for governor

Former U.S. Sen. Bill Brock, R-Tenn., endorsed GOP gubernatorial candidate Zach Wamp today, calling the Chattanooga congressman a “strong leader” who will “be a great governor for Tennessee.”

“Zach has set a new standard with his energetic leadership, common-sense approach and ability to get things done that really matter to the people of Tennessee,” Mr. Brock, a former Lookout Mountain resident, said.

Rep. Wamp thanked Mr. Brock, saying he was “deeply grateful” to the former 3rd Congressional District congressman who later served in the Senate from 1971 to 1977.

Rep. Wamp declared Monday he was running for governor in 2010. Democratic Gov. Phil Bredesen is barred by the Tennessee Constitution from seeking a third term. Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Shelby County District Attorney General Bill Gibbons also are seeking the Republican nomination.

State Sen. Andy Berke, D-Chattanooga, former state Rep. Kim McMillan, D-Clarksville, former Tennessee Democratic Party Chairman Doug Horne of Knoxville, West Tennessee businessman Mike McWherter and Nashville businessman Ward Cammack all are considering bids.

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