[The Old Hoosier]

Is there anyone in Washington who can beat her in 2004? I'd love to see it happen. With Daschle and Edwards already planning to run for president, we stand to pick up a net of three seats in the Senate in 2004, barring a disaster that could throw things either way.

[anniegetyourgun]

Sadly, there is no conservative on the horizon in that state....least of all, one who could win in King County. In fact, I'm not even sure that the GOP Chair in that state isn't a Dem plant!

[Eala]

Is there anyone in Washington who can beat her in 2004? I'd love to see it happen.

I've heard talk of Rep. George (Mr. "No, I Won't Keep My Promise On Term Limits") Nethercutt running against her. A likely victory for Murray if Nethercutt runs.

[WFTR]

Is there anyone in Washington who can beat her in 2004?

If I remember correctly, she only won about 49% of the vote and would have lost the seat if those who voted for the Libertarian candidate had voted for the Republican. I'm not saying this to blame those who voted for the Libertarian. No one owns anyone's vote, and if someone cannot in good conscience vote for the Republican, I'm glad to see that person vote for a Libertarian rather than stay home. I am saying that she is vulnerable. The problem in beating her is that the non-liberal vote in the state is split among traditional conservatives, strong religious conservatives, moderates, and libertarians. Finding a single candidate who can unite these groups will be a challenge, but it shouldn't be impossible. The Republican will have to wage a huge get out the vote campaign in the areas outside Seattle, but it could be done.

I Resolve for a Free New Year
Bill

[CHICAGOFARMER]

Here in the midwest we say.

dumber than a box of dirt!!