Ross may run for Congress
By RICHARD F. BELISLE / Staff Writer
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. - L. Michael Ross, executive director of the Franklin County Area Development Corp., said Friday he will decide by early next week whether to add his name to the growing list of candidates seeking the seat of retiring 9th District U.S. Rep. Bud Shuster, R-Pa.
Ross, a Republican, said he would not enter the race if State Sen. Terry Punt decides to get into it. Punt, R-Waynesboro, promised to decide early next week.
"I would step down if Terry runs," Ross said.
He said State Rep. Pat Fleagle, also R-Waynesboro, who officially announced his candidacy for Shuster's seat this week, could also represent Franklin County well in the race.
"I would like Franklin County to get that seat," he said.
Gov. Tom Ridge scheduled a special election for Shuster's seat for May 15. Republicans and Democrats will each field one candidate.