WGN Reporter May Run Against Obama If GOP Foots Bill

[The Sushi Bandit]

http://www.suntimes.com/output/elect/cst-nws-sen31.html

SPRINGFIELD -- Broadcaster Orion Samuelson flirted with the possibility Friday of entering the U.S. Senate race against Democrat Barack Obama, but the decision will hinge on getting the GOP to pay for the effort.

Desperate for a credible candidate to replace Jack Ryan, some senior Republicans favor Samuelson, 70, because of his name recognition generated through a four-decade career at WGN-AM, reporting on agribusiness to a statewide audience.

While enamored of the thought of entering the political arena, the long-time Republican said he has no personal fortune to invest in a Senate race, meaning the party will have to pony up dollars or the question is moot.

[aquart]

1. I'm guessing........moot?

[WI_DEM]

2. they are pretty desperate aren't they?

[molly]

3. They should save their money

[saracat]

4. Too late.Sooo sad!

[WillyT]

5. Hell, I'll Run If They Foot The Bill !!!

Course I'd agree with Obama on every position and would give him the seat if I were to win... but still!!!

:evilgrin:

[Bullshot]

6. Orifice Samuelson runs the most nauseating, condescending farm show

I've ever seen. He's nothing by a repuke ass kisser. Knows nothing about farm policy and what the hell is happening in the country. And he has this way of talking down to you like he's the authority on everything.

He's even more ignorant on issues outside of agriculture.