[nickcarraway]

But Nickles was in a tough spot to do that, because he was the assitant monority leader, so it would look disloyal. Plus, if you fail, well... If you are in Nickles position, you usually have to wait to inherit the position.

[EternalVigilance]

Oklahomans have an embarrassment of riches. If only other states were so blessed.

PKM - comments on this subject matter?

[Theodore R.]

*ping*

What is your analysis of Istook? Are you familiar with him?