[BoomerBob]

a few of my thoughts FWIW...

The fact that Owens decided not to run confirms his interest to be on the national ticket in '08. If his marital problems were a significant detriment, IMO, he would have run for the Senate which we could have won despite any infidelities.

I agree that Udall is definitely in,

Salazar would be the strongest opponent but I think he will hold his water for the '06 governor's race, as will my favorite candidate, Mike Coffman.

McInnis is now the GOP front-runner and should be favored no matter the dem opponent in the general election.

Tancredo would bring in a lot of donations, unfortunately a lot would come from Democratic interests... he should stay out (and I voted for him twice-I like him)

Why McInnis will win...

He will easily carry the GOP controlled front-range areas such as Araphoe County, Douglas County, the Colorado Springs area, Ft. Collins, Weld County, etc.

He will easily win the western slope

He will lose big in Denver and Boulder but will fare better in Pueblo (unless Salazar runs).

My guess right now--McInnis wins 55-57% of the vote against Udall or 52% against Salazar.

[KQQL]

Yep you are right on your analysis.

Seems if McInnis runs Coffman might stay put and run for Gov in 06..

Or Coofman may run for congress seat of TomT runs for senate.

Salazar will be strong candidate for rats not Udall..I hope Udall runs....
*MCiinis will not get more than 55% of the vote.

[LdSentinal]

I thought McInnis wants to run for governor in '06.