Deval Patrick Tones Down 2016 Talk

Gov. Deval Patrick, D-Mass., appeared on NBCs Meet the Press on Sunday morning and toned down speculation that he will run for the Democratic presidential nomination in 2016.

Ive thought about it, but no, I cant get ready for 2016, Patrick said. Ive felt its been two really challenging and fun terms but I didnt run for the job to get another job. I ran to do this job.

Patrick had been active on the campaign trail in 2014, including helping former Gov. Charlie Crist, D-Fla., in his unsuccessful effort to beat Gov. Rick Scott, R-Fla., in the Sunshine State.