[Jeb08]

Any mention of former Gov. Jim Hunt for the Senate seat? He reminds me of Breaux and Miller -- a popular conservative with high name recognition and broad appeal. Blue would be a decent candidate, but Burr is more experienced and would be the favorite.

Who did the network mention as possible GOV candidates?

[JohnnyZ]

Re NC Senate: No mention of Hunt -- they said Elaine Marshall was probably out b/c of her dismal showing in the primary. They did mention Lt Gov Beverly Perdue and State Treasurer Richard Moore, but not Erskine Bowles, though others have.

Re NC Gov: former Charlotte mayor Richard Vinroot is going to give it another go (he lost in 2000) but may have that 'L' firmly attached to his forehead at this point; current Charlotte mayor Pat McCrory could jump in but not very likely at this point, and I don't think he was even mentioned; I believe Rep. Robin Hayes, who was targeted this year after his fast track vote but swatted away challenger Chris Kouri, is seriously looking at a run. I think some state senator too -- probably Ballantine or someone.

Apparently a couple of folks smell blood in Florida -- Rep. Tom Foley (R) is looking to up his profile while Bill McCollum wants to tango for a senate seat, again. Bob Graham may retire, may run for Prez, may just run for reelection.