"Republicans, both in Virginia and nationally, are struggling to find their identity and unify behind a leader to counter President Obama and Virginia Gov. Timothy M. Kaine, chairman of the Democratic National Committee. One clear sign of the Virginia party's identity crisis: it has swapped party chairmen five times in as many years.
The allegations against Frederick included that he directed business to his own company, spent party money for unbudgeted purposes without approval, refused to coordinate with Republican presidential nominee John McCain's campaign and made embarrassing political gaffes. Those included an ill-timed remark comparing Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama to Osama bin Laden." (Gee....he sounds like a good Pubbie, to me!)
"Dozens of Frederick's supporters rallied outside a hotel west of Richmond where the committee was meeting, waving handmade signs that said "Don't Split My Party" and "We Elected Jeff. We Want Him to Stay" and chanting "Elected, Not Selected." Frederick, wearing a business suit, stood on the sidelines watching and praying with a small group of supporters."
