[republicanwizard]

Arlen and many Republicans were upset that they were embarrassed that they didn't carry Pennsylvania for Bush. Specter publically stated that Ridge would have made his job easier, so he might have been bitter at that point.

Suffice it to say that as a PA Republican, I've didn't appreciate Dick Cheney until the Veep debate.

As far as McCain goes, I'd let him run again if he wants. I would hope he retires if he is challenged by a serious candidate in the primary, but the last thing I want is to lose that seat to the RATS. Better McCain than any Democrat!

[JohnnyZ]

Mosley-Braun Tells Daschle she WILL Run for her old senate seat in Illinois, against (presumably) Peter Fitzgerald! This is good news, because she could very well win the primary and would be a relatively weak general election candidate. Sweet :) Another link from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution: " Braun, who is now teaching at DePaul University, told us she may run again for the Senate from Illinois."