Welch says he will stay in Gerlach primary

Businessman Steve Welch says he will stay in the primary against Rep. Jim Gerlach (R-Pa.), who has dropped his candidacy for governor and will reenter the race for his own seat.

Welch's statement:

My decision to run for Congress was based upon a belief that the current path being set in Washington is far from "stimulating" job growth; it is killing it.  We must revive our economy by setting the stage for businessmen and women to create jobs that will help strengthen our communities and our families.

In short, my candidacy for Congress is focused on reviving the American Dream by bringing decision-making back to our local communities and business leaders and away from Washington bureaucrats. 

As I have said before, I admire Jim’s commitment to public service and look forward to a professional, spirited debate on the best way to revive the American Dream and stop burdening our children with mountains of debt."

If he stays in, Welch will provide, at the very least, a well-funded primary against Gerlach.