Republicans (Ne) also watch and wait for Senate cue (to run for Hagel's seat in 08)

[Omaha Steve]

http://www.omaha.com/index.php?u_page=2835&u_sid=2329297

Published Sunday | February 11, 2007
Republicans also watch and wait for Senate cue
BY ROBYNN TYSVER
WORLD-HERALD STAFF WRITER

Democrats aren't the only ones mulling over the "what ifs" should U.S. Sen. Chuck Hagel not seek a third term. A bunch of Nebraska Republicans are waiting to see what Hagel decides.

None of the would-be contenders, however, want to talk about a potential run until Hagel makes up his mind. None, however, have ruled out a race.

The possible GOP field:

Hal Daub - The former Omaha mayor and former congressman has said he is interested in running if Hagel gets out. A longtime Republican figure, Daub has spent the past year making connections as the state GOP's national committeeman.

Lee Terry - Omaha's congressman, who recently won a fifth term, has not ruled out a Senate try. The question would be whether he gives up a relatively safe seat in the House.

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Daub is a former Congressman from Omaha.