Stupak won’t seek Michigan governor’s post

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U.S. Rep. Bart Stupak says he won’t seek the Democratic nomination for Michigan governor this year and instead will run for re-election.Stupak said in a statement today that he believes he can best serve the people of Michigan in Congress.

The former state trooper and a gun-rights advocate holds powerful committee assignments. He has been deeply involved in negotiations over the healthcare overhaul bill and language restricting how abortions are covered by insurance.

Stupak, 57, has held the 1st District seat in northern Michigan since 1993.

Michigan Lt. Gov. John Cherry, the presumptive Democratic front-runner in the gubernatorial race, withdrew his name earlier this month, opening up the race and drawing the attention of other Democrats.

-- Associated Press