[ken5050]

I recall reading somewheres that the judge that would have to rule on Akin's petition, if he were in fact to make one to have himslef removed from the ballot, is a reliable democrat hack.

Anyone know?

[Uncle Chip]

That would be Robyn Carnahan, Secretary of State, a rabid Democratic hack, who can and would oppose and tie up in court any petition to withdraw from the race.

[Ingtar]

The judge is all but required to grant the petition, if you look at Missouri election law.