[Ward Smythe]

I suspect Bush has bigger fish to fry...and won't campaign for Early now since he hasn't already.

I'm still holding out for an 11th hour appearance of some kind. With Gilmore as Chair of the RNC, this race is important for both Bush and Gilmore. My guess is they're playing it close to the chest because Bush does have to be careful about showing partisanship.

[kinsman redeemer]

I don't think the President will or should make a partisan pitch right now.

IMHO - he doesn't HAVE to...

from the "for what it's worth department"
Russ

[Coop]

I tend to agree with Mike that chances are better than 50/50 that the President will do something for Earley. Let's say he does damage his relationship with Congress a bit. So what? It's going to happen with that bunch of vindictive Hypocrats sooner or later. So it's simply a question of timing. And if his approval ratings drop from 90% to 70-75%, so what? He'll have another GOP governor, he sets the tone for next year's elections, and he helps his RNC Chairman avoid potential embarassment.

[KQQL]

Bush does have to be careful about showing partisanship

W can help Earley and push him over Warner, but I personally doubt W will do any ad or appearance for Earley.
Remember,Terry McCliff and the DNC will have no problem claiming GOP are losers and no one wants the GOP ideas anymore if GOP loses both races in VA and NJ.
P.S Bret is toast in liberal N.J