Reply #63: I don't think Lieby would take a 15 month job, and then turn around & campaign again?

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I don't see Lieberman running again for Senate in 2008 - he just ran in 2006 and it was a tough campaign for him.

Rell could appoint just defeated Nancy Johnson or Rob Simmons to Lieberman's role, and both might give a Democrat a tough run next year. Or, she could appoint moderate Chris Shays. However, I think Rosa DeLauro, John Larson, Dick Blumenthal and Susan Bysiewicz would all be favorites against just about any state Republican, save Rell.

I don't think any other state Republic would have a realistic shot at winning in 2008.

That said, since Lieberman is more moderate on social issues than most loyal Bushies, he might be the least of the evils out there. The fundie base might not like a pro-choice Jew as AG, however.