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Old 11-30-2008, 12:45 PM
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Originally Posted by hi_im_god
i'm no expert on ny election law but since senators are state representatives to the federal government most states have statutes for appointment by the governor or special elections to fill vacancies.

i've never heard of a senator having the prerogative to name their own successor when they resign.
I believe it's happened but I can't cite an example. Wasn't there some buzz about Lieberman giving his seat to his son if he was offered a position?
...you would think it's up to Gov,tho
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