any local insight on the Colonels’ chances?
I’m in his district.
There are many former Dems who are fed up and mistrust Obamacare.
Then there are a number of former (or still registered) Rs who are stuck on CBS/NBC/etal and aren’t voting Republican.
The Florida Dem. Party and Klein have thrown everything and the kitchen sink at the good Col. (which never works). West had a debate (Klein decided not to duck that one, as he does every other) and it established West as someone who’s good on healthcare and bread and butter issues as well. Since then, he seems to be favored to win.
The seat is basically 50/50.
Good news other the past few days - An R leaning poll (conducted by Sunshine State News) shows West with a 3 point lead, 5 points among the most likely voters. RealClearPolitics moved the seat to “Leans R” based on that poll.
If I had to put a buck on it I’d say he’ll probably win, but we can’t get at all complacent.