David Perdue prepares Senate run in Georgia – The Hill’s Ballot Box

Georgia businessman David Perdue (R), the cousin of former Gov. Sonny Perdue (R), on Tuesday launched a Senate exploratory committee as he moves to join an increasingly crowded field of contenders seeking to replace retiring Sen. Saxby Chambliss (R).

The former Fortune 500 CEO, who was once the head of Dollar General, has been considering a run for months.

“Over the past few months, I have heard from so many people who share my frustration with the politicians in Washington, D.C. We have unacceptably high unemployment, a crushing national debt, and a federal government that seems determined to make things worse. We deserve better,” Perdue said in the statement.

“I am truly concerned about the direction of our country, and I don’t think we can solve our nation’s problems by electing another career politician looking for a promotion. That is why I am strongly considering a run for U.S. Senate. We formed this exploratory committee to help finalize my decision.”

Chambliss’s decision in January to not seek another term has triggered a rush among Republicans to take his place.

If Perdue runs he’ll join Reps. Jack Kingston, Phil Gingrey and Paul Broun, who have already launched Senate campaigns.

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