Leland Yee not running for Lantos’s seat

State Senator Leland Yee has announced his intention not to run for the seat being vacated by retiring Representative Tom Lantos.  Yee’s office just issued the following statement:

"I am humbled by the outpouring of support from the people of San Francisco and San Mateo County who have encouraged me to run for Congress.  However, at this time, my family and I have decided it is best to continue the work started in the State Senate.  I am committed to addressing the critical issues currently before the State Legislature, including providing universal healthcare and protecting services for our working families.  In the years to come, I look forward to working with the next member of Congress in serving the residents of the Peninsula."