Daily Political Wire

George Wenschhof

All Eyes On Wisconsin - by the end of tomorrow, the results will likely be tabulated and the winner known in the recall election in Wisconsin.  Recent polls continue to show Republican Governor Scott Walker slightly ahead of Democratic Mayor Tom Barrett.  Reuters.com has more here.

The get-out-the-vote effort by Democrats will be key to this contest. Republicans are hoping a Walker win will be a downer for Democrats and especially President Obama in November.

However, there were a lot of back stories in this contest, including the Democratic primary.

Look to see Democrats win at least one of the four state senate recall elections today to regain a majority.

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Are Global Economic and Political Systems Capable of Working Together? - a good question as European countries struggle to agree on policies, the U.S. struggles with job creation and Asia shows weak business growth.  The Washington Post has more here.

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Obama Campaign Continues Focus on Romney's Term as Governor - the latest campaign ads airing in swing states point out the rhetoric by Mitt Romney of creating jobs and the results showing Massachusetts with one of the worst economies in the country at the end of Romney's term in office.  TheHill.com has more here.

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Romney Backed Solar Firm Fails - Konarka Technologies, who received a $1.5 million loan from Mitt Romney when he was Governor of Massachusetts has filed for bankruptcy.  This comes shortly after Romney visited Solyndra, who pointed out Solyndra failed after receiving loans under the Obama administration.  Politico.com has more here.

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Keep an Eye on Nonpartisan Elections in California - when California voters go to the polls Tuesday, they will be selecting the top two from each legislative district to go on to the general election and not the top one from each political party.

The change is a result of a referendum passed by voters in 2010.  This is an attempt to end the partisan gridlock prevalent in Congress today.  Doubtful, Representatives from one state can make a difference in Congress or that this idea will catch on with other states.  But, it is an election which should be watched closely.  The NY Times has more here.

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A Clinton-O'Malley Democratic Ticket in 2016? - an interesting thought and one which may well transpire.  Secretary of State Hillary Clinton received kudos from House minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-Calf.) who recently said "Clinton is the Democrat's best shot in 2016". 

Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley as chair of the Democratic Governors Association has faithfully been carrying the water for the Obama administration and due to term limits will end his office in 2014.  O'Malley has made no secret of his 2016 White House interests.  If Hillary Clinton would decide to run, she would immediately kick O'Malley to the curb.  Whereas, a pairing of the two would present a formidable ticket for Democrats in 2016.

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Close Contest in Arizona Special Election To Replace Giffords - held on Tuesday June 12, the race between Republican Jesse Kelly and Democrat Ron Barber promises to be close.  The winner will have a advantage going into the November election, even though redistricted districts will make this one more Democratic.  RollCall.com has more here.

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