From the Pueblo Chieftain:
Schaffer, who is from Fort Collins, clearly did not want to step into the Pinon Canyon controversy Tuesday. Asked for his opinion on the proposed expansion, the former 4th District congressman declined to give one.
"Next year, when and if I announce my Senate candidacy, it will be a more appropriate time to speak out on this important subject," he said, choosing his words carefully in a telephone interview. [emphasis added]
"When and if?"
Bob Schaffer has publicly announced on more than one occasion.
And then there is the front page of his web site:
These are some of the reasons I've decided to run for the United States Senate. I'll campaign on common-sense, reform-oriented themes that will offer sharp contrast to the agenda of the Reid/Pelosi government. We must seek Colorado's common ground and get ourselves back on track. Let's bring principles and common sense back to Colorado. [emphasis added]
So is he running or not?
Meanwhile, we have a fantastic candidate, Mark Udall, who is not being cagey at all. He's running, full bore, and he's going to win.