The Elephant in the Room: Leaning right, Specter girds for another primary
Source: philly.com Posted By: Jones F...5500 days ago
The last time it was the Republicans' turn to capture the governor's mansion, the year was 1994. Turn? Yes, every eight years since Pennsylvania's constitution has permitted governors to run for a second term, no incumbent has failed to win reelection, and no member of the incumbent's party has won a campaign for an open governor's office.
So all Republican eyes should be riveted to the primary race for governor, right? Not quite - thanks to the eclectic voting record of Sen. Arlen Specter.
Until....