Our Senator Johnson

"He's in." That is how the top of the fold story in the Rapid City Journal started. Good. I am pleased to see Senator Tim Johnson run again and it appears that his health is no hindrance, though as the race progresses I am sure much will be made of that, true or not. I hope that the people of South Dakota have enough sense to see through the smoke and mirrors that is sure to come when the opposing candidates begin their campaigns against Senator Johnson. It has already begun, if you will remember. And as of this writing the daily 'Quick Poll' at http://www.rapidcityjournal.com/ has 51% of 1291 web respondents in favor of Senator Johnson's decision to run for office, with 49% not in favor. I wonder, is that a true reflection of the general response to the Senator running, or just a reflection of the split of voters in the state? We'll see how the poll changes the rest of the night. We'll see how the election proceeds... we know the nay-sayers and haters will continue their attacks on Senator Johnson from now until election night. Stay tuned...