Possible Competition for Rep. Gohmert

LONGVIEW — Former Harrison County Judge Richard Anderson is in discussions with supporters about trying to return Northeast Texas to Democratic representation in Congress. It would be a long shot for a Democrat to unseat incumbent Rep. Louie Gohmert, R-Tyler, in a congressional district that leans heavily Republican.

�Certainly, no decision has been made,� Anderson said of a Democratic run at Gohmert�s congressional seat. �Several individuals have inquired as to whether I would consider seeking the congressional seat now held by him. I have no present plans to make such a race.� He wouldn�t rule it out, either, and the state Democratic Party appears to be holding a place for him.