On Facebook today, Delaware Attorney General Matt Denn announced he will not be seeking reelection for Attorney General in 2018. I was shocked to say the least. This is a man who has dedicated the last 14 years to public service and won every election that came his way. But I get his reasons: he wants to spend more time with his family. Because that’s who Matt is above everything else: a father and a husband. His kids always come first.
I first met Matt at the first IEP Task Force meeting three years ago. It feels like an eternity ago. Since then, I’ve contacted him about various education issues in the First State. Not only did Matt chair the IEP Task Force, but he also recorded the meetings and put the audio recordings on a website so ALL parents could listen to what was discussed. That is very unusual for a task force, but Matt knew parents wanted to know what was going on. Throughout the task force, Matt fought for parent rights when it comes to their child’s Individualized Education Program.
A couple of years ago, I publicly asked Matt to run for Governor in 2016. He obviously declined my request. I don’t always agree with the legal opinions that come out of Matt’s office, but I respect that I have a right to request one. At heart, Matt is a good guy. He cares about people. Even yesterday, he released a video about school bullying urging kids to not bully others.
Now the hunt for a new Attorney General begins! I am sure the Delaware Democrats and Republicans are already making calls. I have one person who I would LOVE to see as the AG, but I will refrain from saying who my pick would be just yet. But in all seriousness Matt, and I know you still have a lot of time left in office, I for one will miss you after January 2019!
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