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Probably not.

However, rather than being outnumbered 10 to 1, the right candidate would be outnumbered three to one, which means a winning strategy is possible.

The value to the Senate Caucus of having a sound candidate to force the Pro Tem to spend his money at home is inestimatible.

As in all these races, the right candidate is all-important, and such a person would be required to combine a rare assortment of qualities.

But in the last election, Toppin pulled low to mid 30's, so he's already narrowed it down to 2 to 1.

I agree that the minimum goal ought to be to tie up Basnight and his money, but that is easier said than done. Substantial money would have to be raised for the GOP candidate, so that he or she could put Basnight on the defensive and make him spend. Precious few are going to want to put any money into that district.

For fun, if you have any names off the top of your head who might make a decent candidate, email me with them, and I'll do the same for you. We'll keep it private rather than post it on the board.