Morning Read: Funding a Hevesi, Challenging a Senator

Carolyn McCarthy said she won’t run against Kirsten Gillibrand, citing personal reasons.
Tom Brune called it an “off-handed announcement.”
“Clearly, pressure to not challenge Gillibrand is coming from the very top,” writes Chris Bowers.
Gillibrand hung out with John Liu.
Senate Guru thinks an early campaign announcement from Carolyn Maloney could help get other colleagues to support her, but, if she stumbles, it could all backfire.
Steve Israel may back an opponent to Gillibrand.
Sarah Palin will be in Purchase on Sunday.
Michael Bloomberg’s girlfriend, Diana Taylor, joined the board of an organization that helps philanthropists decided where to give their money.

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