[Theodore R.]

I suspect that Gibbons had a particular name on his mind when he made this decision: John Thune!

[JohnnyZ]

I suspect that Gibbons had a particular name on his mind when he made this decision: John Thune!

Maybe, but Gibbons could have always taken the governorship in 2006 if he lost the senate bid. It was a no-lose proposition.

[churchillbuff]

I suspect that Gibbons had a particular name on his mind when he made this decision: John Thune!

Please explain. (Do you mean that Thune got beat last time? But isn't he in a strong position to win next time?)