So says Jim Geragthy!  He notes about Hare that “anyone who thinks he’s a safe Democrat is, I suspect, extraordinarily mistaken.”

Agreed.

Why?  According to Geraghty, “in most cities in Hare’s district, unemployment is close to double what it was the last time he faced the voters.” 

Then there’s the matter of those polls conducted by Hare’s campaign but never released.  What could they have shown?  How good could they possibly have been for Hare if he’s decided to keep them under wraps, even after needling from GOP challenger Bobby Schilling?  55–45?  If it were, say, 57–43, wouldn’t Hare have released them to show he’s still in fine shape?

*****

Of course, Hare can always rely on his raw charisma, charm, and dashing good looks to carry him to victory.

Now THAT’s funny!