Article: Raimondo testing waters for Senate.

Byline: Robynn Tysver

May 3--The list of Nebraska Republicans interested in running for the U.S. Senate grew Wednesday as Columbus businessman Tony Raimondo confirmed that he is testing the political waters.

Raimondo, 67, is chairman of Behlen Manufacturing Inc. He said he believes more business people are needed in Congress.

He said he would "probably not" run if incumbent Republican Sen. Chuck Hagel decides to seek a third term, saying he respects the senator's voting record on business.

"I'm thinking about putting an exploratory group together. I am in no hurry at the present time, but I'm starting to talk to people right now," ...

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