[Lou L]

Pushing bigger Government is her first love - might be easier as a Senator - no term limits - she’s a lifer there

Perhaps she should've considered the House; the Senate seems almost too Democratic. In the House, she could've done her time and risen to become the all power-wielding Speaker. In that albeit-theoretical scenario, there is even an outside chance of her becoming President, due to lines of succession.

[sodpoodle]

Good thinking there Lou. She jumped at the first opportunity - Sen. Moynihan’s seat...were there any House seats opening up in NY in 2000.

I expect she wanted the prestige of the Senate as a stepping stone to the Presidency - plus 6 years tenure vs. the House having to run every 2 years.

Saves money and scrutiny.

[Lou L]

Perhaps she should've considered the House; the Senate seems almost too Democratic.

My apologies...I meant democratic...little 'd'.