[NYS_Eric]

I'll feel a lot better if someone can give me better vibes about Alaska, Colorado, and North Carolina. Illinois, of course, is an automatic 1-seat loss for the R's.

The pickup I keep dreaming about is South Dakota. But I've seen zero polling on that race so far. I've donated twice to Thune this year, but he's got a tough road to travel.

[rushmom]

Thune is requesting mega town meetings with Daschle. Daschle says no. Not a good sign.