Hooley not running for re-election

Published February 7, 2008 5:00am ET



Veteran Democratic Congresswoman Darlene Hooley of Oregon says she will not run for re-election.

Hooley, in her sixth term, said Thursday she has decided to pursue other professional opportunities next year.

In a prepared statement, Hooley said that “representing the people of Oregon‘s Fifth Congressional District for thelast 12 years has been my greatest honor and privilege.”

She also gave her voters credit for their support and ideas on tough issues, including identity theft protection, consumer product safety and support for the Oregon National Guard.