[KE]

There are at least three Democrats who say they will run so far. Audie Bock (already entered) Cruz Bustamante John Garamendi So far, it looks like there are three Republicans: Tom McClintock (I believe he's already entered) Bill Simon Arnold Schwarzenegger Also, don't forget our favorite guaranteed-to-pull 4%+ from the liberal dem wing guy -- Peter Camejo!

From Chris Matthews guest tonight it sounds like the Dems are still looking for some "outstanding" demo who could beat Gray and probably Leon Paneta will sign up tomarrow !!! So how does this change everyones out-look?

Karen

[ER_in_OC,CA]

Panetta entering would be great as long as other Dems stay in the mix. His name recognition amongst the common populace is low.

I guess we should be having this conversation on Sunday when all the candidates are real.

I read in the news that the Dems tried to beg Garamendi to drop out, but he has publicly refused and said he's in this until 10/7.

[Torie]

Paneta would be hard to beat if he has the money. He is fairly fiscally conservative (a Trongras type Dem), and comes across well, with a calm demeanor (he used to be a Republican way back when by the way). I would favor him over Arnold.