Brannon Announces Candidacy

Update: Jim Brannon has announced his intention to run for Coeur d’Alene mayor on the OpenCDA.com Web site, stating in a comment: “My goal as mayor is to bring government back to its primary responsibilities and return control to the citizens of this great city. Today, I am announcing my candidacy for mayor and have appointed Doug Balija as treasurer.” More here.

… That Jim Brannon was telling others at the Kootenai County GOP Central Committee meeting last night that he won’t make a formal announcement re: his candidacy for Coeur d’Alene mayor. But he still plans to file the paperwork to name a treasurer. Seems he was emphatic re: his intent to run. Also, my Berry Pickers overheard Mary Souza trying to set up a meeting with Rally Right kingmaker Bob Pedersen. Sez a Berry Picker: “If Mary is willing to talk to Pedersen, she is running (for mayor).

Question: Can Brannon win?