Mansfield: Another Kempthorne Run?
In a blog post this morning, Dennis Mansfield shares thoughts re: the possible return of former Idaho governor Dirk Kempthorne to the political fray: "The pecking order of politics is named that for a reason. Incumbent officials are always on guard against new people coming onto their turf -- pecking at newbies. Every new bird is viewed as a threat. Kempthorne first ran for office in Idaho in '85 (think Ronald Reagan's era) and last ran for office in '03 - almost a decade ago. Kerrey, much the same. Many new cocks have crowed since then. A race in Idaho would pit Kempthorne against Labrador, Risch, Crapo or Otter. These roosters waited long enough for his exit that I doubt they have ANY interest in seeing his return to the barnyard." More here.
Question: Would you like to see Dirk Kempthorne run for political office in Idaho again? Which one?