It looks like there may in fact be a Kennedy appointed US Senator, not from but NY but from Illinois

[wndycty]

Our Sen. Kennedy?
Tipsville . . .

December 14, 2008

BY MICHAEL SNEED Sun-Times Columnist

Is Chris Kennedy, the son of the late, great U.S. Sen. Robert F. Kennedy, a possible entrant on the list to fill Presidentelect Barack Obama's Senate seat?

• • To wit: Sneed hears Kennedy's name has been wafted into the inner circle of Lt. Gov. Pat Quinn, who would be the guy who chooses Obama's replacement if Gov. Blagojevich resigns.
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Michael Sneed



• • Quoth Dem politico Jay Doherty, a Kennedy confidant: "It would give Pat Quinn the answer to the puzzle before him if he becomes governor."

• • The upshot: Word is Kennedy, who is also the nephew of Sen. Ted Kennedy, a major Obama supporter, is likely to accept if asked.

• • Hmmm: Wouldn't that be something: An offspring of the legendary Kennedy line as a senator from Illinois? Stay tuned.
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http://www.suntimes.com/news/sneed/1329872,CST-NWS-SNEED14.article

[Thrill]

1. That would be interesting

He teaches at the University of Chicago. Did he teach there with Obama?

[mucifer]

2. I can't believe Quinn isn't governor yet. It's so annoying!

[AngryAmish]

3. No, No and No.

At some point we will realize that governmental office is not a hereditory title.

[lligrd]

4. So True! nt

[saltpoint]

5. 'Saw this article, but am yet unsure who's going to do any appointing.

HuffPost hints that Blagojevich may either dig in his heels, or resign tomorrow.

The AG doesn't strike me as a doddler. The legislation is likely preparing to impeach. All kinds of folks of all stripes are calling for Blago's head on a platter.

Etc.

I like Tammy or Jan for that Senate job.