Duncan Hunter Sr.

Duncan D. Hunter wants to succeed his father in Congress
With Duncan D. Hunter Jr. vying for the Alpine U.S. House seat from which his father, Duncan Hunter Sr., is stepping down, rival Republican candidate Bob Watkins faces a formidable challenge: taking a seat that has long been held by a well-known, conservative family.

It is a reality that shapes the campaign strategy of Watkins, a businessman and president of the San Diego County Board of Education.

“Telling voters you’re not voting for Duncan Hunter Sr., you’re voting for Hunter’s son” is a major plank of the Watkins’ campaign, according to campaign manager Brian Watkins, who is not related to the candidate. “This race is going to be won on the ground.”