 Democratic Congressional leader David Obey {WI-7} head of the powerful House Appropriations Committee has announced he will not seek re-election. He faced a strong challenge from REP Sean Duffy, a former MTV Real World contestant. This district was rated "leans Democratic" reflecting the uphill battle that Obey would have had if he sought re-election. REP leaders have announced plans to pick up 100 House seats. No word on a challenger for Paul Tonko. |