California state Sen. Mark DeSaulnier quickly launched his campaign Monday to replace retiring Rep. George Miller. The 20-term incumbent announced earlier in the day that he would not seek another term, opening a safe Democratic seat that could attract a number of ambitious contenders. "I plan to hit the ground running hard in this campaign," DeSaulnier said in a statement. "I am ready to run and ready to serve the people of the 11th District." (more…)
