Ray Glendening

Ray Glendening, the former Deputy National Field Director for Bill Richardson’s presidential campaign and son of former Parris Glendening, has a new gig: he’s been named Deputy Political Director at the Democratic Governor’s Association.

"Ray brings tremendous experience to the DGA and we are delighted he joined our team, says DGA spokesman Brian Namey. 

The Democratic Governors Association has announced that former first son and Bill Richardson campaign operative Ray Glendening will serve as one of two deputy political directors for the 2008 cycle.

Ray GlendeningRay Glendening, the 28-year-old son of former Gov. Parris Glendening, said he “prefers behind the scenes work” and would likely not seek elective office in Maryland.

Glendening had served as deputy national field director on Bill Richardson’s presidential campaign until the New Mexico governor ended his campaign after a disappointing finish in the New Hampshire primary on Jan. 8.

Glendening has served as a member of the Prince George’s County Democratic Central Committee since being elected in 2006. Despite that fact, Glendening said he does not envision himself seeking higher office.