peoli
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Thu Aug-28-08 12:03 PM
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What happens to Barack and Joes seats should they win..... and McCains if he gets smart and RETIRES?
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Thu Aug-28-08 12:04 PM
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1. Governor appoints a replacement until the next election is held. |
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I think both IL and DE have Democratic governors.
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Thu Aug-28-08 12:05 PM
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2. and next election could mean 2 or 4 years away? |
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Thu Aug-28-08 12:06 PM
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But as long as a Democrat replaces the seat, it won't hurt us.
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Thu Aug-28-08 12:08 PM
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4. It depends upon state law. Some get appointed for the balance of the term, some until |
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a special election can be held. This is one reason why Dem Governors are very important!
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Thu Aug-28-08 12:08 PM
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5. Joe is up for re-election right now. Is he running for Senator too? |
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Thu Aug-28-08 12:09 PM
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Delaware law allows for it.
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