[Reaganesque]

While a Hackett victory still seemed unlikely, political observers said a strong showing by the Democrat would send a powerful message to Republicans gearing up for 2006.

Yeah, Democrats are losers so you should maintain your majority.

[pollyannaish]

I like how this works for us. A clear win even with low turn out...but close enough that we won't take winning for granted in 2006—even in solid red areas.

The best kind of special election win, imo.