Gillibrand under Schumer’s wing

So says the New York Times this morning. Gillibrand, just appointed New York’s junior senator by Gov. Paterson in January, is already raising money to fend off primary challengers next year. The Times reports Schumer says there’ll be NO primary, and is doing his best to shore up Gillibrand’s standing in the Senate, and the state. At least three other New York Democrats have said they’re considering a primary challenge.