Richard Sullivan says he's not running.
The Democrat fundraiser had contemplated a campaign for state Democratic Party chairman, but he told Dome Tuesday that he had decided against it.
"I just decided that because of current business interests and small children at home that I couldn't do it in a full-time capacity," he said. "I may serve in another capacity."
That leaves 11th District chairman Luke Hyde, vice chair Dannie Montgomery, attorney David Parker and former Senate candidate Jim Neal in the race.
Sullivan rose in politics as a key fund raiser for Rep. Dick Gephardt and then for Bill and Hillary Clinton. He estimated that he raised a half billion dollars for Democratic candidates and causes.
The state Democratic Executive Committee will meet in Raleigh on Jan. 31 to select among the candidates.
The winner will replace outgoing chairman Jerry Meek.
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Re: Sullivan not running
I think Neal would be a great choice. He would bring a breath of fresh air into the party. Besides, he doesn't need the money.