Roanoke Times
Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: THURSDAY, March 17, 1994 TAG: 9403170077
SECTION: VIRGINIA PAGE: C-4 EDITION: STATE
SOURCE: Associated Press
DATELINE: WASHINGTON LENGTH: Medium
Sisisky had shown an interest in running for Robb's seat in recent months. And some political analysts suggested that Robb opened up the nomination process by releasing a letter last week in which he acknowledged conduct "not appropriate to a married man."
Sisisky spokesman Greg Gibbs said the congressman did not cite any specific reasons for deciding not to run. He said the Democratic lawmaker had only raised the possibility of a Senate run.
"Just as he opened that door with little fanfare, he closed it with little fanfare," Gibbs said.
Robb's office released a statement Wednesday night praising Sisisky for his support in the fight for a new aircraft carrier that would be built at Newport News Shipbuilding & Dry Dock Co.
"In a state where the economy is inextricably tied to our national defense, his work in Congress - particularly on the House Armed Services Committee - has proven invaluable to the Virginia delegation and the commonwealth," Robb said.
Sisisky did not issue a statement, but Gibbs said `the bottom line is that he enjoys serving in the House of Representatives" on behalf of voters in the 4th District.
"He looks forward to seeking the seat in the fall and hopes to have their continued support," Gibbs said.
Sisisky, 66, a former bottling company executive, was first elected to the House in 1982.
Also seeking the Democratic senate nomination are Richmond lawyer Sylvia Clute and Nancy Spannaus, a follower of political extremist Lyndon LaRouche. Democrats will choose their nominee in a June 14 primary.
The Republicans will choose their candidate in a June 4 convention. Current candidates include Iran-Contra figure Oliver North and Reagan budget director Jim Miller.
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