GOP sources: Hulshof is IN....

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Your are right. He will be a good choice.

This gives Columbia a chance to finally get a Democrat in Congress.

Now that Hulshof is in, Kinder and Steelman should drop out so that Republicans and conservatives can coalesce around one good candidate, the best candidate in the race.

And it's not just Hulshof's turn at the wheel. He truly has the resolve and character to be a great governor. As we can all see with Nixon, waiting your turn at the wheel does not guarantee you much these days. A primary between Nixon and Carnahan will ultimately be much, much worse than what Republicans will see.

Common Sense Now

Kenny is great!!!!! Having lived in STL for 20years Nixon is a fraud with major background problems!!!! Kenny should be able to kick his Commie rear back to Jefferson County with no problem. Robin Carnahan is just a big a Commie as her dad was. Wake up Missouri there is a major left wing threat coming!!!!

I'm fairly confident that any Dem candidate could walk all over Steelman or Kinder. However, Hulshof is a different story. He's more moderate, a genuinely likable candidate, and has no connection with the Blunt administration and its horrible record. I believe he also has roots in southern Missouri and his agricultural background will make him popular in rural areas. It may give the Dems a shot at picking up a historically Democratic house seat, but it will be a tough fight to win the governor's mansion. So Dems may have to settle for taking the Lt Gov, Treasurer and a House seat (which will be likely to be districted out with a Repub gov).

Once you have heard him speak to issues you instantly like and respect him. He is top shelf.

Nixon is rough around the edges and not as likable. His campaign has seemed a little opportunistic to me.

Steeleman is well informed, professional,and likable but congress has given Hulshof the polish that will elevate him above the field.

Kinder seems gruff and isn't as likable. While he is well informed and professional, he inspires fear rather than inspires.

The sudden exit of Governor Blunt from the race offered opportunities and challenges for the top Republican officials. They were running for reelection and had to make the jump or sit still and now a rising star enters the race. I think they should not be faulted if they decide to resume their reelection campaign. It is in the best interest of the Republican Party to keep as many talented people as they can in various races rather than having them all in one contest. I will even suggest their response to regular folk when the democrats try to call them flip floppers or indecisive. It is simple and true. " When Blunt left the race, several Republicans felt a responsibility and desire to step up to the plate and serve the State. Kenny Hulshof, a person I admire and respect is the best person to serve our State as Governor so I felt I could return to the position I feel a passion for and finish my goals as (fill in blank)."

As a voter, unless a candidate keeps changing his/her mind and goes in and out of a race like Perot did, I don't hold it against them.

P.S. Hulshof will have Kit Bond's support.

In case you are wondering, I voted for Kit Bond in the past as well as Carnahan then Holden and then Blunt, so I always look at the people running and their opponents not the party affiliation. So, either send us your best candidate or try to give a free pass to one person in your party and let the chips fall where they may. That's how Blunt got elected. I can't believe Nixon is the best you have to offer and that he is running unchallenged within the Democratic party.

Once you have heard him speak to issues you instantly like and respect him. He is top shelf.

Nixon is rough around the edges and not as likable. His campaign has seemed a little opportunistic to me.

Steeleman is well informed, professional,and likable but congress has given Hulshof the polish that will elevate him above the field.

Kinder seems gruff and isn't as likable. While he is well informed and professional, he inspires fear rather than inspires.

The sudden exit of Governor Blunt from the race offered opportunities and challenges for the top Republican officials. They were running for reelection and had to make the jump or sit still and now a rising star enters the race. I think they should not be faulted if they decide to resume their reelection campaign. It is in the best interest of the Republican Party to keep as many talented people as they can in various races rather than having them all in one contest. I will even suggest their response to regular folk when the democrats try to call them flip floppers or indecisive. It is simple and true. " When Blunt left the race, several Republicans felt a responsibility and desire to step up to the plate and serve the State. Kenny Hulshof, a person I admire and respect is the best person to serve our State as Governor so I felt I could return to the position I feel a passion for and finish my goals as (fill in blank)."

As a voter, unless a candidate keeps changing his/her mind and goes in and out of a race like Perot did, I don't hold it against them.

P.S. Hulshof will have Kit Bond's support.

In case you are wondering, I voted for Kit Bond in the past as well as Carnahan then Holden and then Blunt, so I always look at the people running and their opponents not the party affiliation. So, either send us your best candidate or try to give a free pass to one person in your party and let the chips fall where they may. That's how Blunt got elected. I can't believe Nixon is the best you have to offer and that he is running unchallenged within the Democratic party.

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