[Diddle E. Squat]

No, anyone can resign, its the replacement attempt that is illegal.

The keyword we need to use is that Torricelli 'FORFEITED'. He didn't die, he isn't incapacitated, he hasn't yet been convicted of a crime that would prevent him from running. He 'FORFEITED'.

Like in Florida, the battle of PR and terminology is going to be important.

[hchutch]

And the Democrats are not only denying it, they are attempting a "bait and switch" to save their political power!

[blackie]

Fire Democrats, Hire Republicans !!

GWB Is The Man !!

Snuff Saddam, NOW !!

Death To all Tyrant's !!

The Second Amendment...
America's Original Homeland Security !!

Freedom Is Worth Fighting For !!

Molon Labe !!

[RobFromGa]

TORCH FORFEITS SENATE!

[FreedomPoster]

Great call! All FReepers, get with the program, call the shows:

The Torch just FORFEITED the 2002 NJ Senate Race!

FORFEITED!
FORFEITED!
FORFEITED!

[.30Carbine]

No, anyone can resign, its the replacement attempt that is illegal.

Thank you for clarifying. Before the announcment there was a hint that he may resign, then another Dem would be appointed, who would serve a full year before facing an actual election.

I understand perfectly that the resignation is illegal, immoral, and an act bereft of shame. The failure to prosecute this scum can be classified in the same way.