Members of the Republican National Committee have a lot on their plates in the early part of next year when the membership reconvenes for its biannual reorganization.
Chief among the RNC’s concerns—and what will likely remain at the forefront of media focus—is whether incumbent chair Michael Steele will remain in his perch. Steele’s numerous critics have lambasted the national party chief for overseeing party spending at a lesbian-themed bondage club in West Hollywood and a series of verbal gaffes that cast the RNC in a general negative light.
Already, Republican state party chairs from Connecticut and Michigan have expressed serious interest in challenging Michael Steele.
However, an important down-ballot race is brewing that is important for the future of the Republican National Committee.
California’s party chair, Ron Nehring, has signaled his desire to stand for RNC treasurer. For the good of that post and for the hope of good upcoming years for Republicans, Nehring’s ascension cannot happen.

















