I am upriver - where Kurtz is so close that you can feel him.
I live in the heart of what was Tom Delay country - and as such surrounded by those who live in their own reality. We are awaiting the Republicans to tell us who the backroom mavens have decreed meet the various litmus tests to replace Tom Delay when he gives up his seat - current speculation is that Delay will vacate, "sometime in May or June."
Lampson's opponent will be "selected by a four-member committee of precinct chairs....."
Even though my house was recently surrounded by blossoming Tom Delay signs - when he was "running" (read collectiing campaign monies for defraying legal bill) - I am hopeful that the November result may be salutory.