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[...] (an FEC quarterly deadline) to be more forthcoming about his plans, although he recently stated on CNN that he also needs to discuss the matter fully with his [...]

[...] you say health care reform? "It's whether Arlen will fight for the right issues," Sestak said. [...]

[...] had blasted the story to reporters. Soon enough, Sestak was popping up on cable news, first "intends" to run for Senate. Within moments, the story was ricocheting across the blogosphere. Less than 30 minutes after [...]

[...] in a Pennsylvania Democratic primary pending a discussion with his wife and young daughter,” Political Ticker reports. "I personally have made a decision that I intend to get in this race with one other [...]

[...] Rep. Joe Sestak (D-PA) announced last night that he intends to challenge Sen. Arlen Specter in a Pennsylvania Democratic primary pending a discussion with his wife and young daughter. Share [...]

To Arlen-- Your treatment of Anita Hill is something I found disgusting and will never forget.
I will be sending Mr Sestak money.
Your only redeeming quality was you were not a Democrat. Now that you have switched over AGAIN. Time for you to retire.

I hope Sestak wins.
I hope Pennsylvania see through Specter.

This would make me happy.

Do you think his wife knows now?

Well I think he have a great shot at beating him. Why would any one that calls their selves Democrats vote for a fake when here you have the real deal.

I think they be better off with a Republican but hey still a long time to go before all the players get to the dance.

Why do Dems spend their “war chest” to scrimmage in Primaries when they can put it to better use in the General? Wonder where labor will be should this match-up become a reality? Can you say Employee Free Choice! Good luck gentlemen, because someone will be singing Little Anthony’s hit “I’m on the outside-looking in”.

Hey Sestak ...

You've already lost ...

Go home and play dead until we might need you ...

Your 15 minutes of fame are over ...

Specter won't be able to withstand a challenge from Sestak. The Party will sit back and let them spar until it sees who's going to bring in the most money. Once it's clear all the new Democratic blood and the old moderate guard support Sestak, Specter will bow out gracefully. Or as graceful as a turncoat can be. The Democrats need Sestak. They know it. Sestak knows it. After Specter fulfills his turncoat obligation on Judiciary, he'll get the message, too. One way or the other.

Joe is currently my representative in the 7th PA. He is awesome. He's got my vote in the primary and the general. He was at my school twice last year and is a really down to earth guy with a fabulous resume and no doubt aspirations to follow President Obama in 2016. And he would be a fine choice. Specter is done. He is Democrat, and has been one for years since the gop stopped allowing sane people a voice in their caucus, but he is old and hiw time is past. GO JOE! the Admiral is a great candidate for '10.

Joe Sistak is a REAL Democrat, unlike Spector, the DINO (Democrat in name only). Most people should be wary of Spector because he might change yet again.

Hey dude, run! The more names in the pot the more interesting the race.

He betrayed those that sent him to washington and will do it again if it promotes his interest...neither party can trust him and the people of Pa should know not to place their hopes or vote in a self serving career politician...throw the bum out!

This guy is way not ready for prime time. He announces that he is going to run for the Senate, that he has spent months going around the state and assessing his support, and that he has not had a moment to consult his family yet. With the first words out of his mouth, he has angered every woman and every neglected daughter in the country.

What planet has this guy been living on for his entire adult life. I suggest a career in insurance sales rather than politics.

To bad. I would prefer a real Democrat to Spector.

Please, would everyone vote out the crap in Congress. Our government is as corrupt as Mexico. Vote them ALL OUT.

That must be the most pathetic phrase. Normal politicians just say 'I intend to win the race.' This guy is still just contemplating getting into the race. What a loser!

GOOD!

Specter's STILL a Repuglican't in my book...

...just like all the rest of those accursed Repuglican'ts...

...Sestak should wipe the floor with him...

...Remember, Specter sided with the Bush-Cheney-Limbaugh confederates...

...until he saw the handwriting on the wall...

...Repuglican'ts...

...you can't help but hate 'em...

Way to tell them while they watch you on TV.
So considerate - you would do wonderfully in Congress!

Yeah! Go Joe Go!

Yes, please get in, new blood is always good.

This is AMERICA anyone can run and win good for him and good luck

He shouldn't be allowed to do that.........Biden guaranteed that Spector wouldn't have any competition in the PA race...that is just NOT fair to Arlen. I sure hope we don't find out that Biden lied.

Welcome to the race Rep. Joe Sestak. PA deserves the BEST in a Congressional race of two strong candidates. Fresh Ideas and great representation is the real need now. Hats offs to these who have served in the past and are serving now, but it is TIME for a real change to come into the Senate as you with an agenda of the people, by the people, and for the people.

GO TO IT JOE SESTAK-TO BECOME THE NEXT US SENATOR FROM PA WHO WILL LISTEN TO THE WISHES OF THE PEOPLE AND THEIR NEEDS AND THE GOOD OLD USA!!!

Arlen is a snake in the grass who cannot be trusted...we're happy he's in the Obama camp because THEY will have to watch their backs...

The people of Pennsylvania will NOT elect a Judas--you win Joe!!!!

This is the best news of the day! Pennsylvania and Democrats, in general, deserve a to have a tried and true democrat elected to the Senate rather than to rally behind Specter. Democratic congressional leaders are out of line for rallying behind Specter. GO SESTAK!!

In the long run arlen is going to realize he made a mistake..the mistake is that he didn't name himself an independant..he wasn't going to win the republican primary..he isn't going to win the democratic primary either..oh well arlen..you get what you deserve you turncoat..maybe you can get a job as obamas' official teleprompter holder

Excellent! He's lived his time. It's time to elect someone new.

Joe we love you BUT the money that we will waste on a primary will cut into the money we need to fight toomy. Please re think!

... and thus closed the short, but distinguished chapter on Arlen Specter's democratic party career...