I will add that Gov Rell, though she is a "moderate" Republican, has huge approval ratings. She is a pretty strong bet to get elected to a full term. This should help Shays and Simmons here in CT. The coattail effect is not as strong as it has been in the past, but it can't hurt either. Both these guys managed to win in '04 despite Kerry's strong showing in the state. Both Shays and Simmons are moderate to liberal, unfortunately. I don't think I would shed many tears if they were to lose. But I suppose they are still preferable to any far left Democrats who would replace them. Losing these guys would mean two more votes for Speaker Pelosi! That's a scary thought.