[Clintonfatigued]

The decision by J.C. Watts not to run for Senate is the nation's loss. He's a dynamic speaker who served in Congress with distinction. Still, I understand his desire to be with his family. So this is how it's shaping: a Republican primary between Congressman/former state legislator Ernest Istook (ACU 95%) and Oklahoma City Mayor Kirk Humphreys, who share the same geographical base, and a Democratic primary between Congressman Brad Carson (ACU 44%) and state Attorney General/former Muskogee County District Attorney Drew Edmondson, who also share the same geographical political base. It looks like the ability to appeal to unfamiliar voters will decide this one.

[Pubbie]

Istook can beat either Democrat, expect the White House to encourage Kirk Humphreys to drop out and clear the way for Istook.