Doesn't everybody realize that this could happen SOOOOO easily? When the Dems can't win elections, they seduce the intellect-challenged to switch, handing power to them; and when the pubbies gain control the legitimate way (Thru ELECTIONS), they trump up outrage over some ambiguous comments, causing everyone to turn on Lott, effectively FORCING him to resign his seat. Then we're back to a Dem appointing a Democrap and shifting the balance illegally AGAIN!!!!
If the GOP doesn't rally behind Lott, I can see him walking knowing full well the ramifications. I do believe Lott will have to give up his ML position but the GOP will have to find a way for him to do it and still maintain a measure of dignity and remain in the senate. If not, we are back to daashole and leaky and friends.