AL-03: Lilly Ledbetter for Congress?

[ccharles000]

The rumor mill is churning out a now-famous name:

One of the more interesting rumors rattling around in Democratic circles is that Lilly Ledbetter might run for AL-03 against Republican incumbent Mike Rogers in 2010. Interesting to think about, unlikely to happen, one reason being that she is over 70 years old. While several have heard the rumor, no one could tell the Parlor where it might have started.
Democrat Josh Segall challenged Rogers in 2008 and is said to be strongly considering another run. Another name in the mix on the Democratic side could be Calhoun County Commissioner Robert Downing.

I agree that Ledbetter is probably past the age where most people would consider making a first run for office, but it's an interesting thought nonetheless. Alabama's third CD was originally drawn to help elect a Democrat, so this district is potentially fertile territory. In 2002, Republican Mike Rogers won by just 50-48 when the seat was open. And last year, the unheralded and outspent Josh Segall held Rogers to a relatively meager 53-47 win.

So, Ledbetter or no, this could be a sleeper seat worth watching.

http://www.swingstateproject.com/showDiary.do?diaryId=4470

[bicentennial_baby]

1. I highly doubt it...I met her last year and

her husband is very, very ill. I don't see that happening. Plus, she's also a very shy woman who doesn't really like the spotlight.

[midnight]

2. When I watched and listened to her speak, I was very impressed

by the seriousness and strength she exuded. I thought that this was not an easy thing to do, but a thing that needed doing. She stepped up to the plate. I have alot of respect for her dignity and composure. Sorry to hear that her husband is not well.