Indiana Governor Joe Kernan has decided to run in 2004 after all - great news for Democrats in general, although not so much for Joe Andrew and the other folks already in the primary, I guess. Kernan should be a strong candidate: obviously the circumstances of his taking office will help him, but he's also getting a reputation as practical and down to earth. His choice of Kathy Davis for Lt. Governor was very popular, and she should make an excellent running mate.
It's interesting that the announcement comes right after two major defeats for Democrats in gubernatorial races. This Indiana race will be closely watched nationwide because the Republican candidate will almost certainly be former White House budget manager Mitch Daniels.
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