[BlackRazor]

who do you like for the GOP nominee?

I don't live in the area, so I only know what I read about the candidates. But based on that, it sounds like McInnis would be the best among those who seem to have some interest in running. I'm sure Beauprez would make a good Senator, but I think he's too risky a pick at this point. Is that your sense as well? Who is your personal preference between McInnis and Coffman (assuming the latter was interested, and disregarding the possibility he might run for Governor?)

[TheBigB]

I agree. I think McInnis is the strongest choice. Have Coffman keep the Governor's chair whilst Owens runs for Prez.

[BoomerBob]

Between McInnis and Coffman, I prefer Coffman. Policy-wise I don't see much difference between the two but Coffman is younger and has more charisma. Coffman also has a nice biography including service in the '91 Gulf War.

From a practical standpoint, it would be better for Coffman to run and Owens would appoint his replacement while Beauprez can stay put in the 7th CD where he would be the prohibitive favorite to win again.

I'll have to check-out this Udall backing out story... could be the shortest candidacy in history : ).