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   Shelley's job a political plum Mid-term appointment gives governor a rare chance to put a Republican in office
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Last EditedSummer Intern  Feb 05, 2005 10:53am
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News DateSaturday, February 5, 2005 06:00:00 AM UTC0:0
DescriptionGov. Arnold Schwarzenegger is said to be eyeing a list of former Republican lawmakers and at least one member of his Cabinet as he considers filling the now-vacant secretary of state's position.

The resignation of Kevin Shelley represents a rare opportunity for Schwarzenegger to appoint another Republican to statewide office. Any appointee could be rejected by a majority of either the Senate and Assembly, which are controlled by Democrats.

The governor said in a statement that he would move quickly to name a successor, and some political observers said Schwarzenegger might take pains not to appear too partisan when making his choice.
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