Harkin Retiring

[rurallib]

http://www.democraticunderground.com/10022263856

I think Harry Reid caved in and lost Harkin.

So sorry to see him go. He has done so much goo.
But he does give time for someone (Braley) to step up.

[sasha031]

1. Harkin is one of the best true blue Dem's we've ever had in the Senate

I agree, think this has everything to do with Reid.
Will we be able to hold onto the seat, or has Iowa become more conserv?

[rurallib]

2. hard to tell, but Iowa seems to be trending blue

and the well-known repugs in this state are mostly baggers with appeal only in limited areas.
But we will have to work our asses off.
Good thing Obamacare goes into effect next year - I think that will be an eye-opener.

[47of74]

11. That idiot Reid stabs the progressives in the back every chance he gets

[OswegoAtheist]

3. Two big races in 2014!

There's going to be the gubernatorial and the Harkin seat now, plus Olsen just got elected as IDP chair. Busy times lie ahead.

Oswego "there's only one Braley" Atheist

[rurallib]

4. I love Bruce - I will never forget the first time Imet him

At a DFA meeting - he came in wearing shorts, sandals and a Hawaiian shirt and gave a speech that knocked my socks off.
I'd follow him anywhere.

[emulatorloo]

7. Heard Braley speak this past year during the Presidential campaign. He was GREAT!

[IADEMO2004]

10. Filing papers today He's in!

http://www.radioiowa.com/2013/02/07/congressman-bruce-braley-will-run-for-u-s-senate/

[Condem]

5. Time to send a woman to Congress, Iowa.

Christie Vilsack for Senate!! Put up a strong fight against King this past election.

[emulatorloo]

6. Dunno about the Reid aspect. But he deserves to retire and enjoy himself.

Has been fighting forever. Hate to see him go. An amazing man and Senator.

[IADEMO2004]

8. Cockroach wants to throw its antennae in the ring (Steve King )

http://www.omaha.com/article/20130206/NEWS/702069929/1016#could-iowa-s-steve-king-win-over-moderates-independents-if-he-sought-senate-seat

Delusional in dictionary has to have Steve King Picture

Isn't there an amendment to the constitution that you can only be on the Daily Show so many times and you are not eligible for office?

[rurallib]

9. hope he does

and braley can rid Iowa once and for all of this disease