local politics

So I just picked up a rumor that Jim McDermott is looking at retiring soonishly, maybe in 2008. Furthermore, Ron Sims might be looking at a run for the nomination should that happen. I'd be kind of sad to see McDermott gone; he's such a wonderful kook. But I would love to see Ron Sims replace him. He's by far my favorite local politician, and it would be great to see what he could do in Congress.