But you are right that the majority of them have not been
If I am correct, there have been 14 veterans who are running, have attempted to run, or have openly considered a run for office but declined to run in 2006.
2 Democrats declined to run. Both for House.
2 Democrats have dropped out. One for Senate. One for House.
8 Democrats are left running for House seats. 7 Still face a Primary. 1 has won.
2 Republicans are running. One for Senate. One for House. The 1 for House has won.
GOP vets are still fighting the war.